Each year, in tribute to the traditions brought by Swiss settlers in 1845, New Glarus residents celebrate Swiss Independence Day - the birth of the Swiss nation on August 1, 1291. The celebration is held the first Sunday in August at Tell Shooting Park. Digitaries from Swiss consulates and embassies in the U.S. frequently attend the New Glarus Volksfest celebration.

The Volkfest program includes Swiss choral folklore music, yodeling, flag throwing, thalerschwingen, alphorn playing, and accordian music. The New Glarus Männerchor is the official sponsor of this event.

Tickets are available at the gate only. Adult tickets are $7.00, children $1.00. The park opens at 12:00 and entertainment runs from 1:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.. Dancing from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m..

Photo Album from 2004 Volksfest