Summer Festival at the Pestalozzi Children's Village

A colorful celebration for the whole family: On August 22, 2026, the Pestalozzi Children’s Village invites you to its anniversary summer festival. Look forward to exciting music, unforgettable adventures, and a special anniversary highlight—come on in to the Children’s Village!

Anniversary Highlight: Papa Moll Pays a Visit
As a special highlight, Papa Moll himself will be visiting the summer festival. He’ll be bringing his new book about the Pestalozzi Children’s Village, which was created in collaboration with Globi Verlag and will be presented for the first time at the festival. Anyone who wants to meet Papa Moll in person, take a souvenir photo, or get their hands on a signed book will have the chance to do so at the summer festival.

Live Performances: Andrew Bond, YESHE, and the Goofechörli Gonten
Musical entertainment will be provided by Andrew Bond, one of Switzerland’s best-known children’s songwriters; YESHE—who grew up in the children’s village—with their blend of Tibetan and modern sounds; and the Goofechörli Gonten.

Giant Sandbox & Bungee Trampoline
Build in the largest sandbox in the Appenzell region, take off on the bungee trampoline, or let Kids-Color transform you into an animal, a superheroine, or a butterfly with face painting—there’s something for everyone here. On the discovery tour, our youngest guests learn more about their children’s rights, record an audiobook, solve tricky puzzles, and enjoy other exciting activities. Those who want to learn more about the foundation’s history and educational work can take a guided tour for an in-depth look behind the scenes.

Enjoy the special atmosphere at the Pestalozzi Children’s Village and celebrate a vibrant summer festival with us.


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