Program
June 13, 2026, 9:00 a.m.
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Start of the event at the Maison de l’Absinthe
Kick-off in front of the Maison de l’Absinthe and next to the giant absinthe fountain. Ticket office opens.
9:00 a.m.
Guided tour (FR)
Guided tout « absinthe clandestine » (in French)
Immerse yourself in secret, little-known places linked to absinthe production in the Val-de-Travers. Encounters with original personalities from the world of the green fairy.
9:15 a.m.
Guided tour (FR)
Guided tour « Découverte du patrimoine de l’absinthe » (in French)
Accompanied by your guide, the history and heritage of the region will hold no secrets for you by the end of this half-day tour!
From 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Distillery tours
Visit and tasting at the 15 participating distilleries.
15 distillers open their doors during the day. Discover their stories and what they have to offer for the event.
From 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Maison de l’Absinthe
Visit the Maison de l’Absinthe
The Maison de l’Absinthe in Môtiers retraces the history of the famous “Green Fairy” through a modern exhibition. You’ll discover how it was made, banned and reborn.
Treat yourself to sweet and savory creations with a hint of absinthe, perfect for enjoying on-site.
From 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
The séchoir à absinthe
Visit the séchoir à absinthe (Boveresse)
An emblematic building dating back to 1893, the Boveresse absinthe drying house bears witness to the traditional methods used to dry the plants used to make absinthe. It houses a collection of farming tools and objects linked to absinthe cultivation, enriched by a multilingual educational trail.
1:00 p.m.
Guided tour (DE)
Guided tour « absinthe clandestine » (in German)
Meetings with original personalities from the world of the green fairy, tastings and an aperitif dinner at the end of the tour.
1:30 p.m.
Guided tour (DE)
Guided tour « Découverte du patrimoine de l’absinthe » (in German)
Take a half-day guided tour of the heritage surrounding absinthe.
From 6 p.m. to 4 a.m.
Festive evening in Môtiers
Bar, food trucks and concert at Parc Girardier in Môtiers (NE)
To round off this year’s Absinthe en fête in style, the Girardier park in Môtiers will be the setting for a festive and resolutely convivial evening from 6 pm onwards! Enthusiasts and distillers alike will gather around an absinthe bar, food trucks and a lively musical program.
From 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Live music
I Skarbonari – Parc Girardier in Môtiers (NE)
Founded in Neuchâtel in 2003, I Skarbonari is a richly multicultural band, reflecting the diverse backgrounds of its members with Italian, Swiss, Brazilian and Canadian roots. From the very beginning, the group set out to turn the everyday lives of immigrants into music, blending cultures and influences with a joyful sense of freedom.
Through encounters and tours across Europe and Latin America, their sound has evolved into a vibrant musical cocktail where tarantella meets ska, Italian songwriting intertwines with Latin rhythms, and genres flow effortlessly into one another.
On stage, this fusion comes alive through an infectious energy that turns every concert into a shared experience—somewhere between the raw spirit of street performance and the power of major festival stages, where they have already captivated thousands. Festive, generous and deeply connected to their audience, I Skarbonari offer far more than a concert: an invitation to travel, dance and celebrate together—with that unmistakable touch of joy that perfectly matches the spirit of Absinthe en fête.
From 10:00 p.m. to 4 a.m.
DJ set
DJ Loca – Parc Girardier in Môtiers (NE)
Behind the decks, DJ Loca takes you on a musical journey through the generations, from the 80s to the present day. Passionate about music in all its forms, she loves to rock the dancefloor with sounds that bring people together, make them sing, dance, shout and above all… have fun! With a unique sensibility and great energy, DJ Loca adapts to her audience to create a festive and inclusive atmosphere where everyone finds their place. His goal? That you leave with a smile on your face, a light heart and legs tired from too much dancing!
We’re waiting for you 🙂
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