Local Events in November

One of the best things about living in the Ägeri Valley is all the local events that bring us together. As a member of the Ägeri High Heels community, you’ve got the inside scoop here’s what’s happening in November. This time, we also include some December events, since there is much to explain about all the local traditions that will take place on December 5.

Training Geislächlepfä

November 5 through December 3 (every Wednesday with good weather only)

19:00-20:00

Join the free weekly training sessions held every Wednesday from 5 November to 3 December 2025, starting at 19:00. The sessions take place on the forecourt in front of the Ägerihalle (near the school playground Acher) and are open to everyone. Experienced Geisslä-Chlepfer will be on hand to help you learn the ropes, come along and give it a go!

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Räbeliechtliumzug (Lantern Parade) Thursday, November 13

18:15 h at Binzenmatt

Räbeliechtli is celebrated in early November mostly in the German-speaking regions of Switzerland. This is one of the highlights on the Unterägeri calendar and is just around the corner. The festival has its roots in Nordic traditions and was once a way for farmers to celebrate the harvest and for people to light their way to church in the dark winter months. The word Räbeliechtli comes from "rabe" or "rübe" meaning "turnip" and "liecht" or "licht" meaning "light". The "li" at the end of the word is the diminutive, making it "the little light of the turnip". Kindergarteners spend a morning together with their class before the event, carving turnips and radishes into beautiful lanterns with the help of a parent or grandparent.  

This year, the lantern parade through the Unterägeri streets is taking place on Thursday, November 13, 2025, at 6:15 p.m. The nine Kindergarten classes in Unterägeri will walk in a parade carrying their glowing turnip lanterns (Räbeliechtli) and are accompanied by drummers, cracking whips and songs.

The parade route is as follows: The starting point is at Binzenmatt (Korporation) – Lorzenweg – Zugerbergstrasse (from Villiger butcher shop) – Dorfplatz (Village Square) – Oberdorfstrasse – Alte Landstrasse – with the final stop at the Acher Primary School.

The parade finishes at the Acher Primary School, where the children sing songs to end the parade. It is a very special evening and a lovely way to spend a special hour in our community, so come out, dress warm and support our Kindergarteners along the route.

Advent Kerzenziehen in Oberaegeri (Advent Candle Making)

11-16 November, 2025 Tuesday - Friday 15.00 – 20.00 Uhr

Wednesday 14.15 – 20.00 Uhr

Saturday and Sunday 10.00 – 18.00 Uhr

A favorite local tradition returns. Come and dip your own candles at the Kerzenziehen in Oberägeri, where the warm glow of handmade candles set the mood for the Advent season. It’s a lovely activity for both children and adults, and a wonderful way to slow down and enjoy a cozy moment together.

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Morgarten Gedenkfeier (Commemoration Ceremony)

If you’ve lived in the Aegeri valley for a little while, you’ve probably come across the name Morgarten. It’s more than just a place, it’s part of Swiss history. Every year on 15 November, locals gather to commemorate the Battle of Morgarten, a historic event from 1315 when the Swiss Confederates defeated the Habsburg army near Lake Ägeri.

This annual Gedenkfeier (commemoration ceremony) is one of the oldest traditions in the region. It was originally a religious service held to give thanks for the victory, and over time it has evolved into a formal public event that still carries deep symbolic meaning. The ceremony includes a procession, the reading of a special “battle letter,” and speeches that reflect on freedom, unity, and remembrance.

The atmosphere is solemn yet deeply rooted in community spirit. Many locals attend each year, dressed in traditional attire, and the ceremony often begins early in the morning at the memorial site in Morgarten. The surrounding landscape, misty hills, the quiet lake, and sometimes even fog rolling in, adds a special mood that makes it easy to imagine how the battle might have unfolded more than 700 years ago.

If you’re curious about Swiss history or simply want to experience a meaningful local tradition, the Morgarten Gedenkfeier is worth attending at least once.

You can find the full program and details on morgarten.ch/gedenkfeier.

Chlausesel Basteln (Clausesel Making)

Saturday November 22

The Frauengemeinschaft invites children to make their very own Chläusel for the upcoming Samichlaus celebrations. All materials are provided, and helping hands are on site to guide the little artists as they craft their festive creations.

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Lanterweg Unteraegeri

Saturday, November 29 until Friday, January 2

Every year, lanterns light up the 3-kilometer path from Allmigchappeli (Rainstrasse) through Büel and Wissenschwändi to Buechholz. The calm winter atmosphere, together with sayings and cartoons displayed on more than 300 lanterns, make this walk a truly special experience. In Wissenschwändi, the cozy Laternenstübli offers a warm stop for visitors on Saturdays and Sundays from 5 to 9 pm.

Chlausauszug in Unterägeri

Sunday, November 30

From 17:00 till 18:00

Meet right in front of the big church in Unterägeri - no registration needed, just come along and join the procession!

This calm and beautiful tradition begins as the Trychler ring their deep bells and the glowing Iffälä take their place among the crowd. Samichlaus and his loyal Schmutzli soon appear, and together everyone follows them on a joyful walk through the village. The procession ends at the Marienkapelle, where children are gifted a freshly baked Grittibänz and a magical moment with Samichlaus. A simple, heart-warming way to begin a beloved week of festive wonder.

Holi Holi Hüü in Unteraegeri

Friday, December 5

From 15:00 till 17:00

Children head straight from school into the village, calling out “Holi holi hüü, dä Chlaus isch da!” as they visit local shops collecting treats - sweets, fruit, fresh bread rolls, even sausages or a coin or two.

Kids usually go in small groups without parents, gaining confidence and enjoying the excitement of doing it “on their own.” But parents can still wander nearby or relax at a café while the children proudly check in with full bags and even fuller smiles.

Keep your eyes open - Samichlaus, Schmutzli, and their donkey may appear along the main street, turning a happy afternoon into an unforgettable one. By 17:00, with backpacks full and hearts glowing, the magic of the night has only just begun.

Clauseseln in Oberägeri

Friday, December 5

From 15:00 till Sunset

In Oberägeri, December 5 is a special day as well, and it varies slightly from the festivities in Unterägeri. From 3 p.m., primary schoolboys are off school to take part in Chlauseseln. Unlike in Unterägeri, Clauseseln is just for the boys, and the girls do not take part.

Oberägeri Umzug

Saturday, December 6

On Saturday, 6 December 2025, the Chlausrotten will parade through the closed village center of Oberägeri with their Trychlen, Iffälä, Geisslächlepfer, as well as Chlaus and Schmutzli. It’s a wonderful chance to see all the groups together and experience a long-standing local tradition.

The procession follows the main street from Bachweg to Fischmattweg, before returning together to the starting point. Warm drinks will be available along the route to keep the chill away.

After the parade, visitors can join the Ustriichle gathering at the fire station. Local restaurants welcome guests for a cozy meal or drink, and the celebration continues in the Maienmatt Hall with refreshments and live music from the Schwyzerörgeliduo Mälchbärg.

Thanks to a local teacher, Karl Nussbaumer, the communities now come together every few years for this big joint parade in Oberägeri. This December 6, marks the fourth time this shared celebration takes place. Don’t miss out if you want to see it, because the next parade won’t be until 2029.