The Retro Festival 2026: 'The Jacksons' as Headliner at Hotel Schweizerhof Lucerne
01.12.2025 | from Hotel Schweizerhof Lucerne
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01.12.2025, International Music Icons at 'The Retro Festival' in March 2026 at Hotel Schweizerhof Lucerne. The '90s Night' stands out with four legends from the 1990s.
From March 12 to 14, 2026, the 14th edition of the renowned 'The Retro Festival' will take place in the historic Zeugheer Hall of Hotel Schweizerhof Lucerne. Rednex ('Cotton Eye Joe'), Caught in the Act ('Love Is Everywhere'), SNAP! ('Rhythm Is a Dancer'), and Haddaway ('What Is Love') will launch the festival with a powerful '90s showcase. As the headliner from the '80s, the voice of 'Frankie Goes to Hollywood,' Holly Johnson, will perform his worldwide hits like 'Relax.' The festival finale will be marked by The Jacksons family, a musical institution of global repute.
Since its launch in 2012, 'The Retro Festival' has been one of the established cultural events in Central Switzerland. Visitors in 2026 can look forward to a program that brings successful music history to life in an exclusive setting, with a maximum of 800 guests. With the continuation of the '90s Night successfully initiated in 2024, the upcoming festival edition focuses on the pop culture of a decade that has shaped generations.
Program Overview:
Thursday, March 12, 2026: The grand '90s Night in the historic Zeugheer Hall. With four live acts, the great hits of the '90s take center stage. On stage:
- Rednex - Caught in the Act - SNAP! feat. Penny Ford - Haddaway
Danceable classics like 'Cotton Eye Joe', 'Love Is Everywhere', 'Rhythm Is a Dancer', and 'What Is Love' guarantee an energetic opening.
Friday, March 13, 2026: Holly Johnson (Frankie Goes to Hollywood)
With worldwide hits like 'Relax', 'Two Tribes', and 'The Power of Love', Holly Johnson, as the voice of 'Frankie Goes to Hollywood,' made pop history. His charismatic performance continues to create goosebump moments, especially in the intimate setting of the historic Zeugheer Hall.
Saturday, March 14, 2026: The Jacksons
The finale features The Jacksons on stage: one of the most significant music families of all time. With classics like 'Blame It on the Boogie' and 'Can You Feel It,' they promise an energetic and emotional festival highlight. Once known as 'The Jackson Five,' two of Michael Jackson's siblings remain part of the band's live lineup.
Media Contact:
Roman Omlin
Director
Hotel Schweizerhof Lucerne
Tel. +41 (0)41 410 0 410
r.omlin@schweizerhof-luzern.ch
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