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26 articles · 5 publications

Concert reviews, interviews and stories from behind the scenes: regional media have followed Schützi for many years. Explore their coverage here. Original articles are in German.

Live music and a crowd in front of the purple-lit stage at Schützi Open-Air 2024
SCHÜTZI 2024Photo: Peter Huser

2026

4 articles
Looking ahead
Lenzburger Bezirks-Anzeiger

After the big anniversary: the 2027 headliner is already confirmed

A look back at the anniversary edition leads straight into 2027: Dr. Feelgood is confirmed as the first headliner.

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Festival report
Der Freiämter

Into the night with Suzi Quatro

Around 2,000 people, a dedicated volunteer team and an energetic Suzi Quatro made the 25th edition a summer night to remember.

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Preview
Wohler Anzeiger

An anniversary reunion

Res Kunz talks about the festival's beginnings, its loyal volunteers and sponsors, and Suzi Quatro's return for the 25th edition.

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Preview
Lenzburger Bezirks-Anzeiger

Suzi Quatro joins the celebrations: Schützi Open-Air marks its 25th edition

This anniversary preview introduces Suzi Quatro, Nickless, Schmätterstilz and the festival's family-friendly atmosphere.

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2025

3 articles
Looking ahead
Lenzburger Bezirks-Anzeiger

Suzi Quatro rocks Schützi for the third time

The 2026 anniversary programme takes shape. The article also looks back at the early days in the Schützenstube car park.

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Preview
Wohler Anzeiger

New stage, new concept

A mobile stage and two evenings of Swiss music define the 24th edition. Res and Doris Kunz talk about the planning and the volunteer team.

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Preview
Lenzburger Bezirks-Anzeiger

“Made in Switzerland” is the theme at Schützi this time

For the 24th edition, the stage belongs entirely to Swiss acts, from rockabilly to a Polo Hofer tribute.

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2024

5 articles
Looking ahead
Lenzburger Bezirks-Anzeiger

Schützi goes local: AZton announced as the next headliner

After the volunteer celebration, the 2025 programme is already set. The organisers make a conscious choice to showcase home-grown music.

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Festival report
Lenzburger Bezirks-Anzeiger

Could “Breakfast in America” be on next year's menu?

1,500 guests celebrate the 23rd edition. Res Kunz looks back and reveals the big name he still dreams of booking.

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Preview
Aargauer Zeitung

Stage, bar, excitement – and “Sugar Baby Love”: The Rubettes are coming

The AZ previews The Rubettes, Matchbox and Bad Ass Romance, as well as the preparations and the festival's welcoming atmosphere.

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Profile
Lenzburger Bezirks-Anzeiger

The boss reports: “All set for Schützi”

Just before the 23rd edition, Res Kunz explains how an idea over a beer grew into a music event known far beyond the region.

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Preview
Lenzburger Bezirks-Anzeiger

A big July music party: Britpop, rock and the sound of Krokus at Schützi

The Rubettes, Matchbox and Bad Ass Romance: this programme preview explores the musical range of the 2024 edition.

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2023

3 articles
Festival report
Lenzburger Bezirks-Anzeiger

High spirits at Schützi despite unpredictable weather

Non-stop rain could not hold back around 1,500 music fans or Münchener Freiheit. The friendly atmosphere remained undampened.

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Profile
Der Freiämter

Full of surprises

A look behind the scenes: wheelchair-accessible grounds, around 100 volunteers and music for families and the young at heart.

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Interview
Lenzburger Bezirks-Anzeiger

“Every band promises that unmistakable Schützi groove once again”

Res Kunz talks about Münchener Freiheit, the budget, the organisation and his enduring enthusiasm for Schützi.

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2022

4 articles
Festival report
Lenzburger Bezirks-Anzeiger

Music, dancing and happy faces: Schützi makes a triumphant return

1,500 guests celebrate the return after two cancellations. Dr. Feelgood and many volunteers help make the comeback possible.

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Festival report
Der Freiämter

Rock fans reunited

The report captures the family feeling after a three-year break: international bands, dancing fans and performers who stay to enjoy the festival themselves.

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Preview
Aargauer Zeitung

After a two-year break, great music returns to Schützi Open-Air

Ahead of the comeback, the AZ previews both festival days. The Saragossa Band steps in at short notice for The Rubettes, who are unable to perform.

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Comeback
Lenzburger Bezirks-Anzeiger

Joy after two cancellations: Schützi is back

After the pandemic-related cancellations in 2020 and 2021, the organisers announce the long-awaited return of the family open-air festival.

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2020

1 article
Cancellation
Bremgarter Bezirks-Anzeiger

Schützi cancelled because of coronavirus

The report explains the 2020 cancellation: event restrictions and uncertainty over the bands' ability to enter Switzerland make it impossible to go ahead as planned.

Newspaper PDF (German) · page 9

2019

2 articles
Festival report
Wohler Anzeiger

An emotional Schützi

This review of the 20th edition celebrates Suzi Quatro's stage show, the festival's family feeling and the huge applause for the organising team.

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Anniversary
Lenzburger Bezirks-Anzeiger

Suzi Quatro at the 20th Schützi Open-Air

Suzi Quatro returns to Fahrwangen for the 20th edition. Ten Years After and Eric Lee are also announced.

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2018

2 articles
Preview
Wohler Anzeiger

Free tickets to Schützi Open-Air

This programme preview mentions Smokie, Jessica Ming and local bands. The ticket competition mentioned in the article has closed.

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Our story
Lenzburger Bezirks-Anzeiger

Looking back on 18 years of Schützi Open-Air

Res and Doris Kunz look back through the festival's history, from the idea over drinks in 2000 to memorable concerts and big names.

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2015

1 article
Festival report
Aargauer Zeitung

From Schützi in the Seetal to Beatle Week in Liverpool

Toni Vescoli and Les Sauterelles delight the audience at the 16th edition. The concert report captures the relaxed atmosphere and Res Kunz's first impressions.

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MORE FROM THE ARCHIVE

ANOTHER PART OF THE STORY.

The publication date of this additional press article has not yet been confirmed.

Date to be confirmedAnniversary
Aargauer Zeitung

Suzi Quatro rocks the Schützi Open-Air anniversary

Suzi Quatro at the Schützi anniversary – read the additional feature in Aargauer Zeitung.

Link added by the organiser. The publication date has not yet been confirmed.

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23 + 24 JULY 2027 · FAHRWANGEN

THE NEXT
HEADLINE.

Let's write it together – in front of the stage.

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