Live Love, love Zürich
We are colorful, loud and tolerant!
The world's most colorful house and techno parade fascinates hundreds of thousands of dance enthusiasts from all continents year after year. Around 30 Love Mobiles, colorfully decorated trucks equipped with large music systems, DJs and party people, drive at walking pace through the crowds around Zurich's lake basin. In addition to these «moving stages», eight stages along the route round off the contemporary electronic music offering with top DJs, live acts and multimedia. The Street Parade and Zurich's techno culture have been part of Switzerland's intangible UNESCO cultural heritage since 2017.
The most colorful techno & house parade
The Street Parade is a non-profit event and is regarded as a political demonstration for love, peace, freedom and tolerance. This is enshrined in the statutes of the organizing «Verein Street Parade Zürich». As a free event, the Street Parade relies on many volunteers and the support of sponsors and partners. All DJs, whether world stars or rookies, share the spirit of the Street Parade and perform free of charge. This is the only way the Street Parade can be realized with a relatively small budget. The organizing committee has around 20 members, while around 2,500 helpers ensure that everything runs smoothly at the event itself.
Respect
Tolerance
Acceptance
Freedom
Peace
Joy
Love
Inclusion
Diversity
Birth
1'000 Visitors
18° C
Zurich maths student Marek Krynski founded the Street Parade in 1992, inspired by the Berlin Love Parade. On 5 September, seven Love Mobiles paraded through Zurich - only one worked properly. The final event was the ‘Energy’ party. With 1,000 participants, the event was a great success.
Dr. Motto as a guest
100000 Visitors
27° C
January 1993: The Street Parade is only granted a permit with conditions - dancing on Bahnhofstrasse is banned, but it still becomes a mega-event. With techno greats such as Sven Väth and Dr. Motte, it attracts over 10,000 people. For the first time, “Energy” takes place in the Hallenstadion - Zurich is now officially on the techno map.
City of Zurich bans Street Parade
40'000 Visitors
18° C
Police chief Robert Neukomm bans the Street Parade in 1994 - too loud, too big, too dirty, they say - but the public outcry is huge: the media, political parties and citizens protest together. Under pressure, the ban is lifted. 30,000 ravers dance through Zurich on August 13, 10,000 more line the streets - a complete success.
Biggest demo in Zurich
120'000 Visitors
25° C
The Street Parade gets even bigger: 120,000 ravers. The police call it the “biggest and most peaceful demonstration Zurich has ever seen”. In record time, 11.1 tons of garbage are removed. The Street Parade is covered worldwide in countless radio and television reports and over 1000 newspaper articles.
Foundation of the association
350'000 Visitors
28° C
The «street parade authorities» association is founded in April. And another record: 350,000 participants attend the fifth Street Parade on August 10. Once again, the Street Parade goes off without incident or problems. In November, Marek Krynski steps down due to time constraints. Herby Leodolter (previously responsible for medical services) is unanimously elected as the new President of the Street Parade Association.
450'000 Visitors!
450'000 Visitors
29° C
Once again, the Street Parade is growing - the exact number of participants is becoming increasingly difficult to estimate. According to various estimates, it is between 450,000 and 500,000 people. Once again, the event takes place in perfect weather and without any unpleasant incidents.
It's all in your hands
450'000 Visitors
28° C
The Street Parade was set for August 8. Three months before the event, the Street Parade receives the special prize of the ADC Art Directors Club Switzerland, a gold cube. The “Verein street parade authorities” is renamed the “Verein Street Parade Zürich”. Around 450,000 visitors danced to the beat of the 30 Love Mobiles under the motto «Its all in your hands»
More than words
550'000 Visitors
30° C
For the first time, the Street Parade, which took place on August 7, had its own radio station. Radio Street Parade - the official station broadcast 24 hours a day during the entire Street Parade week. A panel of historians declared the founding of the Street Parade to be one of the “most important 100 Swiss events of the century” in a SonntagsBlick article. At over 30 degrees in the shade, the parade creeps through the large crowd, which is likely to number around 550,000.
Believe in Love
750'000 Visitors
32° C
In April 2000, President Herby Leodolter resigned for health reasons. Michel Loris-Melikoff was unanimously elected as his successor at the extraordinary general meeting, as was a new three-member board. On August 12, around 750,000 people celebrated the Street Parade in 32 degree temperatures under the motto “believe in love” - broadcast live for the first time by SF1, 3SAT and Tele24. VIVA Germany broadcast two-hour highlights a week later. There was even a wedding on a Love Mobile.
Love, Freedom, Tolerance
1'000'000 Visitors
21° C
For its anniversary, the Street Parade returned to its roots with the motto “Love, Freedom, Tolerance” - and attracted around 1 million ravers from all over Europe. Zurich danced peacefully and exuberantly in the sunshine and a cool 21°C. The ADC awarded bronze for the creative implementation of the website. The event concluded with an official birthday party with star DJs and visuals - the party continued until midnight on Bürkliplatz and Bellevue.
Dauerregen
Peace!
650'000 Visitors
17° C
After ten sunny parades, the weather gods had no sympathy for the dancing crowds this year: it rained cats and dogs all day and the thermometer read a chilly 17 degrees Celsius. Despite these miserable weather conditions, the Street Parade visitors' joie de vivre was unbroken. Around 650,000 people danced their feet off on the wet asphalt to this year's motto “PEACE!” and brought a lot of joie de vivre and color to cloudy and wet Zurich. For the first time, Radio Street Parade was unable to enjoy a view of the lake, broadcasting for the first time from the “Movie” bar at Zurich main station from mid-July 2002.
Let the sun shine
900'000 Visitors
37° C
«Let the sun shine» was the slogan. The weather gods were serious about the motto and let the sun beat down on the streets of Zurich in boiling 37 degree temperatures. 900,000 people celebrated the “hottest parade of all time”. For the first time, the tried-and-tested route was followed in the opposite direction. The first Love Mobile set off from Utoquai (near the Frascati restaurant) at 3.15 pm sharp and this time drove via Bellevue and Bürkliplatz to the finish line at Mythenquai. Star DJ Carl Cox transformed Bürkliplatz into a madhouse. He played the best vinyls at the official closing party on the main stage and played his way into the hearts of around 25,000 house freaks.
Elements of Culture
950'000 Visitors
27° C
With the motto “Elements of Culture”, the Street Parade put the spotlight on creators of electronic music and digital art. At 27 degrees and with a mix of sun and clouds, around 950,000 visitors danced peacefully through Zurich. For the first time, a Russian Love Mobile made a surprise appearance. Delegations from Lisbon, Belgium and Moscow were also guests. The route introduced in 2003 proved its worth once again - a spectacular countdown opened the event.
Today is tomorrow
900'0000 Visitors
23° C
The sun celebrates its «coming out» just in time for the Street Parade. The day before and after the Street Parade, however, it rains cats and dogs. The world's elite DJs are all over Zurich. The top 5 in the DJ rankings spin their best records at the parade. In addition, a gigantic laser show in front of the Opera House causes a sensation at night. Radio Street Parade broadcasts directly from Lake Zurich again after being banished from the studio on the lake basin for several years. Every day, around 35,000 fans tune in to the radio program of the official ether voice of the Street Parade.
Move your mind
800'000 Visitors
19° C
With a cool 18 degrees, the day took a while to get going, but the sun broke through just in time for the start of the parade - the rain waited patiently until after midnight. DJ legend Sven Väth opened the parade at Frascati to thunderous applause. Q-Dance transformed Bürkliplatz into a show stage with a fairy-tale, orange-colored castle. Even before the first beat at 1 p.m., the square was packed and streetcar traffic came to a standstill.
Respect!
800'000 Visitors
23° C
This edition began with rain, but just in time for the ceremonial opening by Street Parade founder Marek Krynski, the skies cleared - the sun came out and the streets of Zurich were transformed into a sea of dancing people. Dr. Motte was absent due to illness, and a Love Mobile broke down due to a broken axle - 23 others slowly rolled through the city. After the start with Loco Dice, international stars such as Richie Hawtin and Paul van Dyk, who also had his own Love Mobile, provided musical highlights.
Friendship!
820'000 Visitors
24° C
Around 820,000 people celebrated the Street Parade in sunny 24-degree weather under the motto «FRIENDSHIP!», which called for peaceful and respectful coexistence - and was also lived out. For the first time, live bands performed alongside top DJs. Zurich City Council backed the parade: Police Commissioner Esther Maurer described it as a cultural asset, comparable to Dadaism.
Still have a dream
600'000 Visitors
22° C
At the 18th Street Parade, around 600,000 fans braved the rain, cold and warnings of swine flu - which fortunately did not materialize in the end. The motto “Still have a dream” was a reminder of the power of dreams. Due to the weather, there was an increase in hypothermia, Paul van Dyk canceled at short notice. New stages compensated for construction sites and the line-up featured top international and local DJs.
Celbrate the Spirit of Street Parade
650'000 Visitors
23° C
Nach trockenem Start folgt Dauerregen – doch rund 650'000 Besucher lassen sich die Stimmung nicht verderben. Erstmals nehmen zwei Zürcher Stadträte teil, darunter Stadtpräsidentin Corine Mauch. In Gedenken an die Love Parade-Opfer schweigen Bühnen und Love Mobiles für eine ergreifende Minute. Neu dabei: die Zürich Clubbing-Stage als Zeichen der Club-Solidarität. Mit dabei auf den Bühnen: Paul Kalkbrenner, Eric Prydz, DJ Hell und viele mehr.
20 Years love, Freedom, Tolernace & Respect
900'000 Visitors
26° C
Zum Jubiläum stand die Jugend im Fokus – mit gezielter Förderung junger DJs und Produzenten. Highlights: das liebevoll nachgebaute Retro-Mobile, die Jubilee-Stage mit langjährigen Acts und ein generationsübergreifendes Line-up von Carl Cox bis Avicii. Um 19 Uhr sorgte eine Gedenkminute mit John Lennons «Give peace a chance» für Gänsehaut. Bei bestem Wetter tanzten Hunderttausende bis zur großen Lasershow zum Finale.
Follow your heart!
950000 Visitors
25° C
Die 21. Street Parade begeisterte 950'000 Besucher bei perfektem Sonnenschein und 25 Grad. Erstmals war ein chinesisches Love Mobile dabei, und Ferry Corsten führte die Parade an. Unter dem Motto «Berlin meets Zurich» brachten Berliner DJs wie Anja Schneider die Szene nach Zürich. Parallel zeigte das Museum Rietberg mit über 300 indischen Skulpturen Parallelen zur Street Parade.
Dance for Freedom
950'000 Visitors
25° C
Der Zürcher Mathematikstudent Marek Krynski gründete 1992 inspiriert von der Berliner Love Parade die Street Parade. Am 5. September zogen sieben Love Mobiles durch Zürich – nur eines funktionierte richtig. Den Abschluss bildete die «Energy»-Party. Mit 1'000 Teilnehmenden war das Event ein grosser Erfolg.
Enjoy the Dancefloor - And Save it!
950'000 Visitors
25° C
Die 23. Street Parade zog 2014 rund 950’000 Besucher an und ging als friedliches und ausgelassenes Fest in die Geschichte ein.Wegen der Leichtathletik-EM fand sie ausnahmsweise schon am 2. August statt. 27 Love Mobiles rollten rund ums Zürcher Seebecken.Trotz düsterer Prognosen klarte das Wetter pünktlich zum Start auf – erst am Abend zog ein leichtes Gewitter auf.Eröffnet wurde die Parade vom BigCityBeats-Love Mobile mit Star-DJ ATB. Auf den Stages sorgten Robin Schulz, Paul van Dyk und Luciano für Stimmung. Danny Avila und Deniz Koyu setzten beim Mainstage-Closing am Bellevue das Highlight.
Magic Moments
1'000'000 Visitors
32° C
Die 24. Street Parade fand wegen der Grossbaustelle «Bellevue» erstmals Ende August statt. Bei 32 Grad und Sonnenschein feierten rund 1 Million Menschen friedlich am Zürcher Seebecken.Dank zahlreicher Helfer konnte der Anlass überhaupt stattfinden – sie wurden mit einem Apéro geehrt.Robin Schulz eröffnete auf dem ersten Love Mobile. Das starke Line-up begeisterte auf sechs Bühnen, erstmals wurde die Parade live von MTV übertragen.
Unique
900'000 Visitors
27° C
Bei Sonnenschein und 27 Grad feierten rund 900'000 Menschen die 25. Street Parade unter dem Motto «Unique».Zum Jubiläum wurde am Hechtplatz ein stehendes Love Mobile von 1992 zur Bühne – mit Deko aus der Anfangszeit und Sets von den Original-DJs sowie Dr. Motte.Wegen politischer Unruhen wurde das Sicherheitskonzept verschärft, die Polizei war stark präsent – und posierte gern für Selfies.Carl Cox sorgte mit einem spektakulären Closing am Opernhaus für Gänsehaut. Erstmals beteiligten sich auch die Clubs Hive («Rakete-Party») und Bellevue («Daydance»).
Love never ends
900'000 Visitors
22° C
Die Street Parade folgte der bewährten Route ums Zürcher Seebecken, neu mit «Zonentürmen» für Food- und Chill-Out-Bereiche. Fünf Love Mobiles von Top-Dance-Labels und insgesamt 25 Trucks boten Musik von Deep-House bis Hardstyle. Mit dem «Umwelt-Franken» wurde jeder Getränkekauf umweltfreundlich, inklusive Abfalltrennung, Ökostrom und klimaneutralen Trucks. Erstmals wurde die Parade elf Stunden live weltweit auf be-at.tv übertragen, mit 4 Mio. Zuschauern. TeleZüri sendete vier Stunden live und eine «best-of»-Show.
Culture of Tolerance
950'000 Visitors
25° C
Techno steht für Toleranz – unter dem Motto «Culture of tolerance» betonte die Street Parade 2018 diese Botschaft. Paul Kalbrenner eröffnete mit einem zweistündigen Set den vollen Sechseläuten-Platz. Zum ersten Mal gab es ein Bühnenfeuerwerk zum DJ-Set von Pan-Pot als Finale. Das spanische Label Elrow verwandelte den Bürkliplatz mit Shows und DJs in ein buntes Spektakel. Zürcher Clubs kehrten mit eigenen Love Mobiles zurück, unterstützt von der Kommunikationsplattform @night.
Colours of Unity
850'000 Visitors
22° C
Starkregen machte den Aufbau schwierig, doch pünktlich zum Warm-up klarte es auf, und rund 850'000 Besucher tanzten bei 24 Grad. Unter dem Motto «Colours Of Unity» standen Vielfalt und Zusammenhalt im Fokus. Das Artwork stammte vom Zürcher Künstler Demian5. Internationale Labels wie Elrow, Ants und Katermukke waren mit Love Mobiles dabei. Erstmals übertrug ARTE Concert die Parade live, Amelie Lens' Closing erreichte über 1,3 Mio. Views.
Abgesagt
Die Street Parade musste auf behördliche Anweisung aufgrund der weltweiten Covid-19 Pandemie abgesagt werden.
Abgesagt
Die Street Parade musste auf behördliche Anweisung aufgrund der weltweiten Covid-19 Pandemie abgesagt werden.
Think
900'000 Visitors
28° C
Nach zwei Jahren Pandemie kehrte die Street Parade zurück – trotz spät erteilter Bewilligung und Personalmangel. Mit viel Einsatz und neuen Kräften gelang die Organisation der 29. Ausgabe. Wie viele kommen würden, war unklar – doch 900'000 tanzten ausgelassen und friedlich. Bereits vor dem ersten Beat war die Route gut gefüllt.Unter dem Motto «THINK.» rief die Parade zum Nachdenken auf – unterstützt vom Plakat der Zürcher Künstlerin Feggy Min.
I Wish.
920'000 Visitors
29° C
Die 30. Street Parade stand unter dem Motto «I wish» – ein Wunsch als Saat für Großes. Rund 920’000 Besucher tanzten trotz Regen später friedlich zu 29 Love Mobiles. Zum ersten Mal nahm Bundespräsident Alain Berset teil und zeigte sich begeistert. Erstmals gab es ein Getränke-Depotsystem, das wegen inoffizieller Stände nur teilweise Wirkung zeigte.
Prefer:Tolerance
920'000 Visitors
30° C
Geschätzte 920'000 Besucher:innen fanden den Weg in die Zürcher Innenstadt und tanzten im Takt der 26 Love Mobiles. Aufgrund des sonnigen und heissen Wetters haben am Nachmittag viele Leute Schatten in den «Häuserschluchten» gesucht. Das Festgelände war dennoch früh gefüllt, was sicher auch dem hochkarätigen Line-up zuzurechnen ist: Das Motto «Prefer:Tolerance» rief zu mehr Toleranz in der Gesellschaft auf..
Live Love, love Life
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Street Parade and the environment: is that even possible? Yes, green once again plays a decisive role. The Street Parade is the first major event in the world where all waste is 100% separated and recycled. The Street Parade has always been committed to sustainable processes and refines its concepts every year to ensure that Switzerland's biggest event has as little impact on the environment as possible.
All drinks sold at the Street Parade stands are packaged in 100% recyclable PET or aluminum.
Depot system for beverages made from the recyclable materials PET and aluminum - return of empty containers to the corresponding recycling cycle.
All waste is sorted into PET, aluminum and metal in a complex process, while glass and cardboard are collected separately. This means that all the waste from the Street Parade is recycled. The combustible waste is sent to the waste incineration plant and converted into CO2-neutral heat and green electricity. (100 tons of waste = approx. 35,000 liters of heating oil)
Food waste is collected immediately after the event, processed in a biogas plant and fed into the gas network.
All plates at the food stands are environmentally friendly.
CO₂ emissions Love Mobiles: The Street Parade has always been committed to sustainable processes and refines its concepts every year to ensure that Switzerland's biggest event has as little impact on the environment as possible.
The Street Parade is free - with Love Mobiles, DJs and a unique atmosphere. This is made possible by a non-profit organization. If you want to celebrate: get a voluntary ticket and support the parade directly.
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