Bad Bonn Kilbi

Bad Bonn Kilbi is an annual music festival held in Düdingen, in the canton of Fribourg, Switzerland. Founded in 1991 by the rural venue Bad Bonn, the festival has grown into one of Switzerland’s most prominent events for independent, experimental, and avant‑garde music. It is widely regarded as the country’s leading indie and discovery festival, known for its eclectic programming, intimate atmosphere, and commitment to artistic independence. The festival is curated by Daniel Fontana, whose programming philosophy emphasizes curiosity and experimentation over commercial expectations. Bad Bonn Kilbi is noted for its remote location, rapid sell‑outs, and its role in showcasing emerging Swiss and international artists across a wide range of genres. Traditionally held in late May/early June, the festival shifted to a late‑summer/early‑autumn schedule beginning in 2025, partly due to agricultural activity on nearby farmland. Despite the change, the Kilbi maintained its reputation for experimentation and discovery.