August 25–30, 2026 | St. Moritz, Switzerland

For more than three decades, the St. Moritz Gourmet Festival has brought together exceptional chefs, international guests and some of the finest hospitality in the Swiss Alps.

In 2026, a new chapter begins.

For the first time in its history, the festival moves from winter to summer, taking place from Tuesday, August 25 to Sunday, August 30, 2026.

Six days dedicated to outstanding gastronomy, international culinary talent and the unmistakable atmosphere of St. Moritz await guests in the heart of the Upper Engadine.

With Elite Estates St. Moritz, the experience can extend beyond the table. Stay in the privacy of an exceptional luxury residence and allow our Concierge Service to take care of the details surrounding your visit.

A New Era for the St. Moritz Gourmet Festival

Since 1994, the St. Moritz Gourmet Festival has established itself as one of the destination’s most important celebrations of international gastronomy.

After more than 30 years as a highlight of the winter calendar, 2026 marks a significant transformation: the festival moves to summer.

The new dates offer visitors an opportunity to combine world-class gastronomy with an entirely different side of St. Moritz.

Long summer days, spectacular mountain scenery and the natural beauty of the Engadin create a remarkable setting for six days devoted to culinary excellence.

For returning guests, it is a new way to experience a familiar tradition.

For first-time visitors, it is an exceptional introduction to the St. Moritz lifestyle.

More Than 30 Years of International Gastronomy

The St. Moritz Gourmet Festival has welcomed culinary talent and guests from around the world for more than three decades.

Over the years, participants from more than 30 nations have contributed to the festival’s reputation for culinary excellence, hospitality and cultural diversity.

Today, it attracts more than 2,000 guests, transforming St. Moritz into an international meeting point for people who share an appreciation for exceptional food and refined hospitality.

First-class luxury hotels provide the setting for top chefs, creating an atmosphere where gastronomy, social encounters and the distinctive elegance of St. Moritz come together.

Six Days to Experience St. Moritz Through Gastronomy

The St. Moritz Gourmet Festival is more than a collection of exceptional meals.

It is an opportunity to discover the destination through taste, hospitality and shared experiences.

From August 25 to 30, different locations throughout St. Moritz will become part of the festival, bringing together culinary creativity and the sophisticated atmosphere for which the destination is internationally known.

The detailed programme and highlights for the 2026 edition will be announced by the festival organisers.

For guests planning a summer visit to St. Moritz, these six days offer an exceptional opportunity to combine gastronomy with everything else the Engadin has to offer.

Stay in Your Own Private Residence

An extraordinary culinary experience deserves an equally exceptional place to return to.

With Elite Estates St. Moritz, guests attending the Gourmet Festival can experience the destination from the privacy and comfort of a carefully selected luxury residence.

Our portfolio includes premium properties available for seasonal and short stays in St. Moritz, offering an alternative for guests who value privacy, space and independence.

Begin your morning surrounded by the Alps.

Spend the day discovering St. Moritz.

Enjoy an extraordinary culinary experience during the festival.

Then return to the comfort and discretion of your private residence.

Whether travelling as a couple, with family or with friends, our team can help identify a property suited to the way you want to experience St. Moritz.

Concierge Service: Let Us Take Care of the Details

During an event dedicated to exceptional hospitality, your entire stay should feel equally effortless.

Our Concierge Service complements your residence with personalised assistance throughout your time in St. Moritz.

Depending on your requirements, Elite Estates can assist with:

• Tailored Rental Services — hand-selected luxury residences matched to your lifestyle, preferences and privacy.
• Staff Hiring — carefully selected private chefs, housekeepers and personal assistants.
• Private Events & Dinner Planning — from intimate dinners to sophisticated private gatherings.
• Personal Shopping & Gifting — personalised assistance with exclusive boutiques, coveted brands and special gifts.
• Art Advisory — access to exclusive collections, private exhibitions and curated art experiences.
• Relocation Assistance — discreet support for guests considering a more permanent connection with St. Moritz.

Every detail is approached individually, allowing your stay to be shaped around you.

Bring the Gourmet Experience Home

During the St. Moritz Gourmet Festival, exceptional dining does not necessarily have to end when you leave the festival.

Your private residence can become part of the culinary experience.

Through our Staff Hiring and Private Events & Dinner Planning services, Elite Estates can assist in arranging a private chef and professional staff for an intimate dinner at your residence.

After experiencing the creativity of international chefs throughout St. Moritz, return home and enjoy an evening created exclusively for you and your guests.

No crowded dining room.

No fixed itinerary.

Simply an exceptional meal, a private setting and the Alps outside your window.

Gastronomy as Part of the St. Moritz Lifestyle

Fine dining has always been an important part of the St. Moritz experience.

The destination combines internationally recognised hospitality with an extraordinary alpine environment, creating a lifestyle in which gastronomy, nature, culture and elegance coexist.

During the Gourmet Festival, that relationship becomes even more visible.

Guests can spend their days discovering the Engadin before returning to St. Moritz for an exceptional culinary evening.

A morning can begin beside the lake.

An afternoon can be spent exploring the mountains, galleries or boutiques.

And the evening can become a celebration of international gastronomy.

With Elite Estates as your base in St. Moritz, every part of that experience can be enjoyed according to your own rhythm.

Beyond the Festival: Experience Summer in the Engadin

The St. Moritz Gourmet Festival may be the reason for your visit, but it does not need to define your entire stay.

Late August offers an exceptional opportunity to discover the Engadin in summer.

Explore its lakes and mountains, enjoy the region’s outdoor lifestyle, discover art and culture, spend an afternoon shopping or simply enjoy the serenity of your private residence.

Our Concierge Service can complement your stay with personalised experiences according to your interests.

The result is not simply a visit to an event.

It is a complete St. Moritz experience.

Private Dining, Art and Shopping

For guests who wish to combine the Gourmet Festival with other aspects of the St. Moritz lifestyle, Elite Estates can curate experiences beyond gastronomy.

Our Art Advisory service can provide access to collections, private exhibitions and curated art experiences.

Our Personal Shopping & Gifting service can assist guests in discovering exclusive boutiques, luxury brands and exceptional pieces.

And when you prefer privacy, our team can help organise an elegant dinner or gathering within your residence.

Your stay does not need to follow a predetermined itinerary.

It can be created around you.

From a Gourmet Escape to Your Own Home in St. Moritz

There is something about experiencing St. Moritz from a private residence that can change the relationship you have with the destination.

You are no longer simply visiting.

For a few days, you begin to live here.

For guests who develop a deeper connection with the Engadin, Elite Estates St. Moritz also offers an exceptional portfolio of premium properties for purchase.

Our team provides personalised real estate advisory, combining discretion, local knowledge and access to exclusive opportunities, including off-market properties reserved for selected clients.

From finding the perfect residence for the Gourmet Festival to discovering a permanent home in the Alps, Elite Estates can accompany you throughout the journey.

St. Moritz Gourmet Festival 2026 with Elite Estates

Event: St. Moritz Gourmet Festival 2026
Dates: August 25–30, 2026
Location: Various locations throughout St. Moritz, Switzerland

For six days, St. Moritz will once again become an international meeting point for exceptional gastronomy, hospitality and culinary creativity.

And in 2026, for the first time, it all happens beneath the summer sun.

Experience the festival and then return to the privacy of your own luxury residence.

With Elite Estates St. Moritz, we can help you find the right property for your stay and complement your visit with personalised Concierge Services, private chefs and staff, private dinner planning, personal shopping, art experiences and discreet assistance throughout your time in the Engadin.

Come for the cuisine.

Stay for the mountains, the culture and the unmistakable lifestyle of St. Moritz.

Taste the extraordinary. Live the destination. Experience St. Moritz with Elite Estates.