Schwyz cultural promotion to be expanded
The Schwyz Cantonal Council has decided to provide greater support for culture from 2026 onwards. Cultural associations and institutions are to be strengthened and the sharp increase in the number of applications addressed.
The cultural landscape of Schwyz has developed enormously, writes the canton. Whereas cultural life used to be dominated by folk theater, concerts, individual readings, and music clubs in the villages, many new local and regional cultural associations have emerged in recent years. Well-trained cultural professionals strengthen the cultural associations and create new offerings.
Additional funds come from the lottery fund. The government has continuously increased this contribution in recent years. At the beginning of 2026, there will be another significant adjustment to CHF 2 million per year. The Cultural Commission uses a substantial portion of these funds for the large number of applications that are submitted. The amount allocated to cultural associations and artists has more than doubled in recent years and now stands at around CHF 1 million.
The additional funds will also make it possible to strengthen cooperation with larger event organizers and cultural associations. Service agreements will specify the services that these cultural providers must render for the benefit of Schwyz culture. This expanded regulation will benefit cultural institutions that the Cultural Commission considers to be of strategic importance to Schwyz's cultural scene, such as the Music Club Mauz in Einsiedeln, the Gaswerk in Seewen, the Theater Arth, and «Der Herbst» in Brunnen/Gersau.
