On our concert evenings, numerous unique national and international artists will perform in the Salzhaus and Albani. Another concert will be held in Winterthur's city church. Even more amazing artists are performing on our market stage.
Tickets for the concerts and workshops can be found here.
You can buy tickets online or at the box offices of the respective venues.
Discounts are available for AHV, IV, Kulturlegi, STUcard, students and members of our support association (You'll be asked to show your ID at the box office).
At various locations we'll collect donations for our free program. Thank you for your support!
Hearing protection
We care about your ears and those of the little ones. We comply with the Federal Noise Emission Ordinance, but there is still a risk of hearing damage. We distribute free hearing protection at the ticket booth, the bar and at the Infopoint.
Theft prevention
We ask you to carry your wallet and other valuables as theft-proof as possible. If something does get lost, the security staff and Afro-Pfingsten volunteers will be happy to help.
Lost and found items & information
Found objects can be handed in directly at the Infopoint during the market. At the concerts in the Salzhaus, please contact the box office staff. At the infopoint you will also receive further information on the program, the market, first aid, emergencies, etc. The first aid station is marked with signs. Lost property that has not been collected will be handed over to the lost property office after the festival.
First aid post
A First Aid post is available for first aid and emergencies.
Festivalmap to download (jpg, 3MB):
How to get here
We recommend traveling by public transport. The Salzhaus is located right next to Winterthur train station. The market in the old town can be reached in about 5-10 minutes on foot, Liebestrasse in 10 minutes.
Car
There are no parking spaces available on the festival grounds. Parking is available in the municipal parking garages.
From Zurich: Freeway exit Winterthur Töss, direction Bahnhof/ Zentrum.
From the direction of St. Gallen: Freeway exit Winterthur Ohringen, direction city center
Is your way home too long? No problem! There are plenty of places to stay in Winterthur. We recommend, for example, the campsite at Schützenweiher, Hotel Perron 10 behind the train station, Hostel Depot 195 at Lagerplatz or Park Hotel Winterthur. Further accommodation options can be found at www.winterthur.com or obtained directly from the Tourist Information.
It is important to us to become more sustainable step by step.
So that future generations can still enjoy the Afro-Pfingsten Festival. These are our sustainability approaches:
Cultural Inclusion: At Afro-Pfingsten we celebrate cultural diversity and strive to create an inclusive environment for all participants. We recognize the importance of cultural sustainability, which includes passing on cultural heritage to future generations while promoting diversity and social engagement. Our program includes workshops, panels and discussions aimed at fostering cultural exchange and understanding. We actively support marginalized artists, especially those who face barriers to touring in Europe, and prioritize booking local African artists to enrich their experiences and promote the African music market. Through these efforts, we aim to inspire visitors to contribute to a more pluralistic society and create a festival experience that is accessible and welcoming to everyone.
Environmental responsibility: The Afro-Pfingsten Festival is committed to minimizing its ecological footprint and promoting environmental protection.
Through targeted initiatives, we aim to reduce waste, promote recycling and minimize CO2 emissions. In 2022 we successfully halved festival waste, and for 2026 our goal is to further reduce overall waste by providing knowledge to vendors and staff, introducing better recycling methods and offering biodegradable products. In addition, we aim to reduce CO2 emissions, especially from international travel and local logistics, as part of our ongoing efforts to protect the environment and promote environmentally friendly practices.
Economic stability: As a non-profit organization, economic stability is crucial to our long-term sustainability.
We emphasize financial responsibility through transparent budgeting, careful resource management and the creation of reserves for economic crises. Our goal is to maintain a balanced budget while investing in the ongoing development of the festival. We value sustainable partnerships and seek to collaborate with like-minded organizations that share our commitment to social and environmental responsibility.
We want to create a festival where everyone feels comfortable and do not tolerate any form of discrimination. Everyone shares responsibility for their own well-being and the well-being of others. Personal boundaries are individual. Respect them and treat each other with care.
Awareness Concept in German, French, English
Anti-Discrimination Concept in German, French, English
Sprachleitfaden & Glossar in German, French, English, Arabic, Spanish
Telephone number
During the festival in 2026, the telephone number 077 450 49 75 will be answered 24 hours a day by our awareness team. Call if you:
- feel uncomfortable or need help
- want to talk to someone
- want to be accompanied to a quiet place by the awareness team
Further important telephone numbers, offers and contact points to download
Digital mailbox
If you would like to tell us about an experience, please contact us at awarenessafro-pfingsten.ch
- anonymously and confidentially
- let us know if you would like us to contact you
You are also welcome to send us comments, input and suggestions about our awareness process to this email address.
Safer Space
Thursday-Saturday 10:00-23:00: Stadtmission, Technikumstrasse 78, 8400 Winterthur
Sunday 13:30-18:00, Alte Kaserne, Technikumstrasse 8, 8400 Winterthur
There will be a supervised Safer Space on the festival site in the Old Town in the City Mission right next to the first aid station, which offers you a quiet retreat.