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20 years Basel Tattoo
July 17-25, 2026

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Top Secret Drum Corps

Basel Tattoo 2026

new arena, royal field of participants and the Top Secret Drum Corps
For the anniversary, in addition to a new arena, you can look forward to a top-class field of participants with a strong royal touch. With The Band of His Majesty's Irish Guards and The Band of His Majesty's Scots Guards, two royal guards from Great Britain will be participating in 2026. Basel This means that all British Royal Guards are now represented at the Basel Tattoo They were guests. His Majesty The King's Guard Band and Drill Team is traveling from Norway....
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The last

The Basel Tattoo thrilled 70 spectators

With a standing ovation and frenetic applause, the 1 participants were welcomed to the Basel Tattoo The final performance was over. Over 20 ensembles from four continents presented a diverse and impressive program. Highlights of this year's show included the Top Secret Drum Corps, the pinnacle of the international brass band scene, and the impressive performance of the Flings and Things Highland Dancers.

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Quotes around the world

Ruth Metzler-Arnold, former Federal Councilor

Bernhard Heusler

Former President FC Basel 1893

"My visit to Basel Tattoo was accompanied by intense emotions. The enthusiasm of the audience and the close connection to the region Basel reminded me strongly of my time at FC BaselThanks to impressive creativity, consistent pursuit of the highest quality and a network that has been built up over the years, the Basel Tattoo today one of the absolute world leaders in his discipline."

Glenn Rogers, Lieutenant Colonel, Commanding Officer Australian Army Band

Glenn Rogers

Lieutenant Colonel, Commanding Officer Australian Army Band

"Participation in the Basel Tattoo was a great privilege for our country. It filled me with immense pride that my band and I were able to represent Australia at this first-class event. The excellent organisation, the impressive show quality and the first-class support from the event team are among the best experiences we have ever had."

Ruth Metzler-Arnold, former Federal Councilor

Ruth Metzler Arnold

Former Federal Councilor
"I'm always happy to come back Basel Tattoo and leave the hectic everyday life behind me for a few hours. The Piper's Lounge offers a special experience, where you can indulge in culinary delights, enjoy surprise performances and even get into conversation with the Pipe Majors."
Stefanie Eymann, government councilor of the canton Basel-City

Stephanie Eymann

government councilor of the canton Basel-City
"The Basel Tattoo enriches our cultural summer and creates an excellent atmosphere throughout the city. With Tattoo Street and its city festival-like character, the event already begins in front of the gates of the arena."
Pepe Lienhard

Pepe Lienhard

musician and arranger
"As a thoroughbred musician, that's it Basel Tattoo an absolute must for me. Here I let myself be enchanted and inspired by new musical elements and beautiful melodies."
Roger Brennwald Swiss Indoors

Roger Brennwald

President of Swiss Indoors Basel
"The Basel Tattoo is an event of superlatives that "drums" together people from all over the world. The festival is a stroke of luck for the city and the country and for everyone who takes part in it."

Colonel Philip Wagner

Commander of the Competence Center for Military Music and Commander of the Swiss Army Game
"The Basel Tattoo is one of the world's leading events of its kind and is a very important platform for Swiss military music. The young musicians can present their skills to a large audience and are part of a fantastic production."

Adolf Ogi

Former Federal Councilor

"The Basel Tattoo is a treat for the eyes and ears. I've had the privilege of being there live a number of times. The tattoo team is characterized by creativity and a doer mentality. A more than successful surprise was the visit of a tattoo delegation to Kandersteg on the occasion of my milestone birthday. I was very happy."

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    USB-Stick Basel Tattoo 2025

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    The Basel Tattoo 2025 on a USB stick. This fast USB 3 stick has 64GB of storage and both a USB Type-C and a USB Type-A connector. Please note that customs charges apply to orders from abroad. Basel Tattoo 2025 on a USB stick The fast USB 3 stick has 64GB storage and both a USB C and a USB A port. The audience was thrilled by the varied and musically outstanding program of the Basel Tattoo 2025. Whether the US Army Force Band, the Swiss Armed Forces Central Band, or the Flings and Things Highland Dancers – all impressed with first-class performances. The local drumstick acrobats of the Top Secret Drum Corps warmed up the audience with an impressive show, and the Bicycle Showband Crescendo from the Netherlands provided the best entertainment with music from the saddle.

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    USB-Stick Basel Tattoo 2024

    CHF 29.90

    The Basel Tattoo 2024 on a USB stick The fast USB 3 stick has 64GB of storage and both a USB Type-C and a USB Type-A connector. Musical excellence and cultural diversity from five continents: That was the Basel Tattoo 2024. The 1 performers from America to Australia impressed audiences in every performance with a masterful combination of music, dance and song.

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    Quick March, anniversary book

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    15 years Basel Tattoo not only mean over a hundred unforgettable shows full of emotions, but also a wealth of gripping images and stories.

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