WELCOME TO
THE SWISS NATIONAL DAY
About the SND NYC
The Swiss National Day in New York City (SND NYC) is an annually held event commemorating the founding of the Swiss Confederation in 1291. Organized by the various Swiss organizations in New York, it brings together Swiss, Swiss-Americans, and friends of Switzerland, on or around Switzerland's official August 1st National Day for a day of festivities and celebration.
The SND celebration is one of the largest and most prominent event of its kind in the United States. Every year, thousands of families and individuals come to enjoy and mingle in New York City, whilst enjoying fine Swiss food and drinks, distinctly Swiss entertainment and activities for people of all ages. The SND also is host to the Swiss Village, which features other Swiss non-profits, clubs and vendors presenting uniquely Swiss items.
We have secured an amazing venue by the Hudson river with a breathtaking backdrop of the George Washington Bridge, and a strong tie to Switzerland as this iconic bridge is masterfully designed by Swiss engineer Othmar Ammann.
Event Details
Date / Time
Saturday, July 27, 2024 - 4:30pm – 10:00 pm
Location & Directions
The Hudson
348 Dyckman St, New York, NY 10034
Admission
Kids (0-10 years)
Free of charge
Pre-Sale General Admission - $20
Includes entry to the venue and 1 free raffle ticket; please note that GA at the venue door will be $25 if event is not sold out
Pre-Sale Package - $48
Includes 1 GA entry ticket, 2 free raffle tickets, 2 glasses of Swiss wine and 1 raclette
Prices
$12 glass of Swiss wine
$10 raclette from Emmi
$10 sausage from Schaller & Weber
$10 slice of cake
$5 raffle ticket
Program
4:30 pm - Doors open, live band and festivities begin!
5:15 pm - Opening of the official program
5:30 pm - US and Swiss National anthems followed by remarks by Swiss Consul General, Ambassador Niculin Jäger, and Jan Furrer, President Swiss Society of New York
6:00 pm - Children Corner Magic Show
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm - Performance
7:30 pm - Raffle Drawing
8:00 pm - 10:00 pm - DJ set
*program is subject to change.
What is included?
Guaranteed entry, 1 raffle ticket, entertainment and more. Food and beverages will be available for purchase.
Payment options?
Please note that no cash payments will be accepted to purchase raclette, raffle, Swiss wine and cake coupons. Other food and beverage items can be purchased by cash or card.
History of the Swiss National Day
Switzerland is one of the oldest States in the world. More than 700 years ago, the inhabitants of Uri, Schwyz and Unterwalden signed a contract of mutual aid and protection, the “Federal Charter”, which has since been considered to be Switzerland’s deed of foundation. This solemn oath, taken on August 1, 1291 on the legendary Rütli meadow overlooking Lake Lucerne, was mainly an act of rebellion against the Habsburgs, the rulers of the kingdom of Austria, who at the time were planning to extend their sphere of influence as far as the territories bordering the St. Gotthard.
