Turner Hall of Monroe
Monroe, Wisconsin

Swiss Heritage Series 2026

Click on event names listed in red for more information.

Squeezebox Night
The 3rd Tuesday of each month, 6 - 8 pm
Ratskeller Restaurant

     Monthly informal jam session for players of all types of squeezeboxes and ability levels. Come and dine and have a listen!


Ringing Badgers Handbell Ensemble
Saturday, January 10, 2026; 3:00 pm (Doors open at 2:30 pm)
Grand Hall; Free-will donation
     Ring in the new year – literally – with a stunning one-hour performance by the Ringing Badgers Handbell Ensemble of Madison, Wisconsin. Directed by Dr. Mark Bloedow, the group will present its annual Sounds of the Season!, featuring a colorful selection of beloved traditional Christmas carols and songs. The Ratskeller Restaurant will be open immediately following the concert.


Swiss Movie Night
Friday, March 20, 2026; 7:00 pm
(Doors open at 6:30 pm)
Grand Hall; Free-will donation
     Join us to view a movie made and filmed in Switzerland! The film title and details will be available soon.


Swiss National Day Buffet Dinner Event
Friday, August 1, 2026; 5:30 pm Social Time / 6 pm Dinner / 7 pm Short Program
Grand Hall
; Price to be announced; includes a buffet meal, tax, tip, and Swiss entertainment!
     Commemorating the declaration of Switzerland's independence in 1291, join us for a relaxing evening with authentic Swiss food and music by the Monroe Swiss Singers, including alphorns, accordion, Swiss flag-throwing and more!

Heart of Cheese Days Experience
Friday, September 18, 2026; time tba

     Join us in the Grand Hall to hear Master Yodeler, Kerry Christensen, in concert!


Heart of Cheese Days Experience
Saturday, September 19, 2026; 11 am - 6 pm

     Join us in the Grand Hall during Cheese Days weekend for a line-up of short performances featuring our area's Swiss musicians!


Monroe Swiss Singers' 58th Swissfest
Sunday, November 1, 2026; 2:00 pm
Grand Hall; Admission

     A longtime Monroe tradition, this program features an afternoon of Green County's finest Swiss folk choirs and performers. Adding to the authentic experience, the Ratskeller Restaurant will be open following the program for more Swiss culture!


24th Annual Christkindlmarkt - Old World Holiday Shopping Market
Friday - Saturday, November 27-28, 2026; 9 am - 4 pm
Grand Hall; Free admission

     A German tradition dating back to the 14th century, the Christkindlmarkt features unique items from hand-selected quality vendors for your holiday gift-giving. A European café and Swiss baked goods round out this special shopping experience, along with scheduled visits from Swiss Samichlaus and his bad-behavior consultant, Schmutzli. Click on the event title for a complete listing of artisans. Free admission.


19th Annual Candle Tree Lighting and Carol Sing
Friday, December 4, 2026; 7:00 pm
Grand Hall; Free-will donation

      A very special traditional Alpine event at which you can help light 100 candles on a freshly-cut evergreen Christmas tree! Informal singing of carols and holiday treats, and a visit from Swiss Samichlaus and his bad-behavior consultant, Schmutzli. NOTE: Although this is a family event, it is advised that it may not be suitable for very young or fearful children!


Deutscher Weihnachtsgottesdienst (German Christmas Communion Service)
Sunday, December 13, 2026; 2:00 pm
St. John's United Church of Christ; Monroe, WI. Free-will offering.

      A truly touching Christmas experience for the soul. An outreach of the congregation of St. John's UCC, the service is conducted entirely in German (English translation available) by members of the Monroe Swiss Singers.


Old Year's Night Celebration
Thursday, December 31, 2025; Dance, 1 - 5 pm; Grand Hall
     Celebrate the Old Year with the Zweifel Brothers Band! Admission, TBA.