Dahlia Festival
A flower-filled walk along Lake Geneva
Every summer, the quays of Morges welcome dahlias of varied shapes and colors. Between the Temple and the Blancherie, this flower-lined promenade runs along Lake Geneva. It offers the chance to admire the flowers in an exceptional setting.
The Dahlia Festival features an open-air floral exhibition. Admission is free. It is one of the iconic events of summer in Morges.
Plan your visit
Every year, from July to October.
The flowering period lasts several weeks. As a result, the look of the flower beds changes throughout the season.
The Dahlia Festival is located along the Quai Igor-Stravinsky, between the Temple and the Blancherie. The site is easily accessible from the center of Morges and the train station.
Access to the quays and the exhibition is free of charge. Donations may be offered to support the event.
The visit can be brief, or part of a longer walk along the lake.
Dahlias by the lake
The Dahlia Festival offers a unique way to discover Morges. Enjoy a stroll among the town, the lake, and the flowers.
The flower beds display numerous varieties of dahlias. They stand out for their shapes, sizes, and colors. As the season progresses, the blooms change. The promenade thus takes on a new look.
Take the time to walk along the quays and admire the flower beds. Also enjoy the view over Lake Geneva and the mountains.
You can easily combine the visit with a stroll through the old town. You can also take a break by the lake or discover Morges’ other gardens and parks.
A Morges tradition since 1996
The Dahlia Festival was created in Morges in 1996 on the initiative of local florist Ernest Lüthi.
Since then, the Quai Igor-Stravinsky has hosted this floral exhibition every year, sustained by the work of the City of Morges, the association Morges Fleur du Léman, and many volunteers.
The event is part of a floral tradition that is now part of Morges’ identity.
The 2026 edition
The Dahlia Festival celebrates its 30th edition in 2026 on the quays of Morges. This edition’s theme is “Tales and Legends.”
To mark this anniversary, Morges organized a festive weekend from August 21 to 23. Visitors enjoyed entertainment, music, food, and activities for all ages.
Bouquets from the Domaine du Petit Sécheron in Lully are offered for sale at the markets in Morges.
Morges Market: Sat. 7am–2pm
Dates:
- SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3 | Morges Market
- SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3 | Morges Market
info@fetedelatulipe.ch
Not to be missed
Dahlia tuberous roots sale
Enjoy the big annual sale of dahlia tuberous roots that you could see during the Dahlia Festival.
Tulip Festival
The 2026 Tulip Festival: Immerse yourself in the world of “Tales and Legends” this year from March 27 to May 11.
Groups and coach operators
Are you visiting Morges with a group or by coach?
The Dahlia Festival is easy to explore as part of an excursion or a day trip to Morges. The quays, the old town, and the town’s main attractions are all within walking distance of the center.
Let us know you’re coming!
Practical information
- Coaches can use the Blancherie bus stop to drop off and pick up visitors.
- Stops here should be brief and made as far forward in the zone as possible, so as not to disrupt regular bus traffic.
For coach parking, a free parking area is available at the Petit-Bois car park.
Support the association and its events
The Dahlia Festival brings the quays of Morges into bloom every summer, thanks to the commitment of many people and the support of partners, donors, and volunteers.
FAQ – 2026 Dahlia Festival
The 2026 Dahlia Festival takes place on the quays of Morges during the summer season. This 30th edition is to be discovered around the theme “Tales and Legends.”
The dahlias can be admired along the Quai Igor-Stravinsky and the Blancherie, by Lake Geneva in Morges.
Yes, admiring the floral displays along the quays of Morges is free and open to all.
The dahlias bloom during the summer period. The flowering time can vary depending on weather conditions and how the flowers develop.
Morges is easily accessible by car via the A1 motorway. To reach the Dahlia Festival, you can use the Blancherie car park or the Parc des Sports car park, both located near the quays.
Morges train station is served regularly by SBB/CFF trains. From the station, the quays and the Dahlia Festival are just a few minutes’ walk away, toward the lake.