Paléo Festival, 22-27 July 2025, Nyon, Switzerland
Nothing quite compares to the Paléo, as Sinead O’Conor famously sang, a festival of music, performance, art and food within spitting distance of Lake Geneva, the Jura and the beautiful vineyards that go with it. Someone has called it “the Glastonbury of Switzerland”, except it’s a little more relaxed… Six days of live music spread across eight stages in the middle of a surreal city of DIY palazzos, art spaces, countless food and merchandise stalls plus more than fifty bars. Oh, and well over 200’000 music fans gathered to enjoy an exceptionally varied program of live music from the big names (Queens of the Stone Age, Sex Pistols, Zaho de Sagazan, etc.) to the most exciting outliers and innovators. Small wonder the event is sold out within hours when the tickets go on sale in spring.
Needless to say, Swiss Music Export, too, loves Le Paléo. This year, we have invited many international professionals to the festivals who will – obviously! – enjoy the best of Swiss rock’n’roll hospitality. And once again, in collaboration with our friends from Pro Helvetia, we will be presenting a couple of unmissable networking events.
Professional Meetings
Guess Who Cocktail
Wednesday, July 23 – 6:30 P.M // Cosmo
Join us at Cosmo (on the Paléo site, FH access required) for a surprise game that breaks the ice, followed by a relaxed networking cocktail. A fun way to connect and meet new faces from the field!
Hot Excursion
Thursday, July 24 – 12:30 P.M // Everness Hotel
Take a break from the festival rhythm and join us for a refreshing excursion that blends professionl exchange with the discovery of Swiss landscapes and culture.
More info: adelaide@fcma.ch
Who’s Who Cocktail
Friday, July 25 – 6:30 P.M // Cosmo
Join us for an evening of short professional presentations followed by a cocktail reception. As an international guest, you are warmly invited to give a brief 5-minute talk to introduce you work and activities. Take this opportunity to connect with fellow professionals from the industry.
Meet Nemo
Saturday, July 26 – 6:30 P.M. // Cosmo
Come meet Nemo, the Swiss artist who won the Eurovision Song Contest 2024. They will share their Eurovision experience, reflect on an extraordinary year of growth and recognition, and give us a glimpse into their upcoming projects.
An inspiring conversation with one of Switzerland’s most exciting artistic voices.
We’d also like to draw your attention to an excellent selection of Swiss acts performing at the Paléo.
They are Alex Nantaya, Audrey Danza, Black Sea Dahu, Chien Bleu, Coilguns, crème solaire, Ele A, Flèche Love, Luvanga, Mairo, Milune, Moictani, Nemo, Olympic Antigua, SANTO & Mulah, Sami Galbi, Tendinites, Mairo and more!
It’d be great to see you there!
