In late May 2026, the area around Zurich’s Hall 622 opens once again for one of the largest cannabis events in the German-speaking world. The Buds and Beats Festival runs parallel to CannaTrade, the international hemp trade show, which celebrates its 25th anniversary this year. For three days, industry professionals, enthusiasts, and curious visitors come together for music, networking, and information about the hemp plant.
What to Expect
The festival brings two worlds together: Inside the hall, around 150 exhibitors from Europe and beyond present their products and services — from cultivation technology to medical applications, consumption products, and lifestyle items. Outside on the grounds, a parallel open-air festival unfolds with its own rhythm.
The outdoor area is divided into several zones: A spacious chill-out area offers room to relax and connect. International food stands keep you fed throughout all three days. The games and art zone showcases creative projects and interactive installations. The music zone with live programming from Radio RaBe sets the atmosphere — this is also where the festival’s biggest highlights take place.
Special program highlights include the Joint-Roll-Championship (for those wanting to test their skills), the presentation of the CannaSwissCup 2026 for the best CBD varieties, and a dedicated B2B day on Friday for business visitors. New this year is a CB-Lounge where business guests can network and connect. The grounds function as a hybrid: trade show for professionals, festival for music lovers, community meeting point for everyone else.
Location and Getting There
The festival takes place on the grounds of Hall 622 in Zurich’s Oerlikon district. The location is easily accessible by public transport — Zurich has a dense network of trains, trams, and buses. From the city center, it’s just a few minutes by train. Those arriving by car will find parking nearby, though it can get crowded on weekends. You’ll find the exact address and current travel information on the event website.
Tickets and Prices
Ticket prices are kept low to make the festival accessible to as many people as possible. Early-bird prices are valid until the end of 2025:
- Day pass: from CHF 15
- 2-day pass: from CHF 25
- 4-pack: CHF 50 (ideal for groups)
After the early-bird phase ends, prices will be adjusted. You can purchase tickets online on the official website — that’s the fastest and safest option. There are also ticket booths on-site, but especially on weekends, you may encounter longer wait times.
Why This Event?
The Buds and Beats Festival is more than just a trade show with music programming. It’s one of the few places in the German-speaking world where the entire hemp industry and community come together for three days — without taboos, with open discussion. CannaTrade celebrates its silver anniversary in 2026: 25 years of Swiss and European hemp history, legalization processes, research, and cultural development.
The festival itself is low-barrier: You can engage in in-depth conversations with professionals, simply browse around, listen to music, or hang out with friends. The mix of business, culture, and community is unusual and makes this event a landmark for anyone wanting to understand where the industry is heading.
For beginners, the festival is a good opportunity to get into the subject matter without pressure. For professionals, it’s a platform for networking and business. For everyone else, it’s simply a well-organized, relaxed weekend with music and interesting people.
