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Symposium on digital outreach youth work
On 10 February 2026, a conference on digital outreach youth work and extremism prevention will take place at the Pestalozzi Children's Village. The event is aimed at youth work professionals and other interested parties.
European Youth Forum Trogen (EYFT) 2026
From 28 February to 7 March 2026, young adults from over 10 countries will meet at the European Youth Forum Trogen (EYFT) to discuss current social challenges and design their own projects.
Youth Worker Forum
Youth workers from all over Europe address the topic of 'radicalisation of young people'.
Children's conference 2026
Children have rights! From 25 to 28 March 2026, the Pestalozzi Children's Village in Trogen (AR) is hosting a children's conference for 40 children in primary school years 4 to 6. The participants will discuss children's rights in workshops.
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Past events
CANCELLED: Winter Magic 2025
The Winter Magic will not take place this year for organisational reasons. We hope to be able to enchant you again in 2026.
Colourful printing workshop in the Pestalozzi Children's Village
On 6 September 2025, the Pestalozzi Children's Village will open its doors for an exciting printing workshop. Children can get creative, design their own prints and experience history along the way.
Youth Conference 2025: Experience democracy
From 1 to 5 December 2025, young people from St. Gallen will meet for a parliamentary simulation. As part of the youth conference, they will learn to take on responsibility and help shape the community.
Quo vadis?
What if... the Pestalozzi Children's Village were to create the world's first digital Children's Village? What opportunities could this open up for children and young people from Switzerland and around the world? The future won't wait. Neither are we.
Quo vadis?
What if... the Pestalozzi Children's Village were to create the world's first digital Children's Village? What opportunities could this open up for children and young people from Switzerland and around the world? The future won't wait. Neither are we.
Quo vadis?
What if... the Pestalozzi Children's Village were to create the world's first digital Children's Village? What opportunities could this open up for children and young people from Switzerland and around the world? The future won't wait. Neither are we.
Summer party 2025
On Saturday, 23 August 2025, from 11.00 to 18.00, discover the Pestalozzi Children's Village with your head, heart and hands according to the principles of Heinrich Pestalozzi. Enjoy a varied programme at the summer festival.
Open-air solar cinema 2025
Open-air cinema at the Pestalozzi Children's Village: on 15 July 2025, the Solar Cinema will be showing the family film Ella and the Black Jaguar - with yoga, live music and snacks in the open air. Admission is free.
International summer camp «Rebels for Peace»
Human rights, peaceful coexistence and intercultural exchange. These topics are at the centre of the summer camp «Rebels for Peace». Shaping a more peaceful world together. Sign up and be part of shaping a more peaceful world.
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