Freddie Celebration Days 2025

Opening of the bar, food-trucks and playing of music

Queen Thunderbolt & Lightning is a Queen tribute band, renowned for its faithful and energetic performance of the legendary British group.

Their show stands out with a spectacular stage production, recreating Queen’s original performances with sophisticated lighting and authentic scenography. Their repertoire includes Queen’s greatest hits, rare tracks, and fan favorites, offering a unique experience that captures the passion and power of Queen’s live sound.

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KING is a French band that pays tribute to Queen, delivering interpretations of the British band’s classics with a hard rock twist. Their energetic performance and ability to reinvent Queen’s iconic songs have earned them notable recognition.

After a highly acclaimed performance at the Freddie Celebration Days in Montreux in 2023, KING is back to set the stage on fire with their unique style. Their repertoire includes Queen’s greatest hits, reimagined with renewed intensity and power, offering fans a truly one-of-a-kind musical experience.

This year, KING returns with a brand new set, built around an original theme: Queen, hard rock and film pop culture. We won't tell you any more... Surprises guaranteed!

http://www.kingcoverqueen.com/
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Denis O’Regan: Through the Lens of Queen – An Exclusive Experience

Step into the fascinating history of Queen through the lens of Denis O’Regan, a renowned photographer who has captured some of the biggest names in rock. From David Bowie to The Rolling Stones, via Duran Duran, Pink Floyd, KISS, AC/DC, and many more, he has worked with the legends of music.

In this exclusive talk, Denis will share his unique memories of Queen, from his first photographs of the band in 1975 to their final show with Freddie Mercury at Knebworth in 1986. He will unveil rare, unseen images and reveal behind-the-scenes stories from Live Aid and the iconic A Magic Tour.

A rare opportunity to see Queen from a unique perspective, told by one of the greatest rock photographers of all time!

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A tribute concert to celebrate 30 years of Made in Heaven

An exceptional event celebrating the 30th anniversary of the release of Queen's last album, Made in Heaven. Recorded with Freddie Mercury's last vocal takes before his death, this album has a very special link with the town of Montreux, where it was finalised.

For the occasion, the album will be performed in its entirety by the Swiss band Bristol 4.

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A unique concert not to be missed!

Mané, David Oz and Christophe Farin - all three regulars at the festival - will be bringing us a unique concert: The Candlelight Concert that Brian May and Kerry Ellis performed in 2013 during the Montreux Jazz Festival.

Emotions guaranteed by candlelight with a programme of Queen songs but not only...

This concert will also be a tribute to Norbert Muller, founder of Freddie Celebration Days.

Crazy Little Things is a Dutch Queen tribute band, founded by singer Marijn Geluk and drummer/music journalist Jean-Paul Heck. Known for their meticulous attention to detail, they masterfully recreate Queen’s grandiose sound and intricate harmonies, delivering a dazzling live experience.

Both Geluk and Heck are passionate Queen fans. Heck has interviewed Brian May and Roger Taylor multiple times and played a key role in bringing May to the Netherlands in 2010 to receive the Sena European Guitar Award.

https://www.thecrazylittlethings.nl/
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Greg Brooks (Queen Archivist) & Jim Jenkins (Biographer)

Together, they will take you through key moments of Queen’s career with exclusive anecdotes and photos.

Discover the behind-the-scenes stories of the iconic music videos Radio Ga Ga, I Want To Break Free, and Friends Will Be Friends, featuring exclusive images and fascinating insights into their creation.

We will also celebrate the anniversaries of Bohemian Rhapsody, A Night At The Opera, and Made In Heaven, revisiting the impact of these legendary albums and the very first live performance of Bohemian Rhapsody in Liverpool, a historic moment that Jim personally witnessed.

This will be an informal relaxed hour with two of the world’s most acknowledged Queen experts, both of whom are huge fans first and foremost, with unparalleled knowledge of the band both on and off stage. Greg and Jim will share exclusive material, revealed only to the attendees of this conference, and answer any questions too.

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Metallikids is a one-of-a-kind Swiss band, dedicated to introducing young audiences to the joys of rock and metal.

This show is specially designed for children, featuring inflatable guitars, allowing them to rock out with air guitar, join in on circle pits, and dive into the electrifying atmosphere of a real metal concert.

Composed of six passionate friends, their mission is to give rockers from 6 months to 666 years old an unforgettable first live experience in the world of metal. The band revisits classic hits of the genre with a playful twist and, of course, for this Montreux concert, they will deliver a set that will delight Queen fans… and more!

Each performance transforms into an immersive family celebration, fueled by infectious energy. Their contagious enthusiasm, combined with inflatable guitars and other fun accessories, creates a dynamic musical experience that captivates young and old alike.

As Montreux Celebration is committed to passing on the passion for good music from childhood onwards, we hope that many of you will come along, accompanied by your children, to share this metal moment with your family!

We strongly recommend that parents bring hearing protection (earplugs or ear defenders) for their children.

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Dive into the world of Queen with Chœur à Corps, an all-female vocal ensemble from Vevey directed by Claire Benhamou. After their first a cappella tribute in 2019 with Queens in Heaven, these 12 female voices are joining forces this time with the musicians of Lords Of Queen to give life to original arrangements, combining power and emotion.

For over 30 years, Chœur à Corps has been passionately combining song and dance. After the success of Éclats de vie at the Théâtre du Reflet, they are taking on a new challenge: to honour Freddie Mercury through little-known songs that are vibrant with freshness and femininity, sublimated by a stage direction by Carol Appréderis.

And to top it all off, the Swiss band Lords Of Queen, who brought the house down in 2024, are back with an exclusive concert!

https://lordsofqueen.ch/

One Vision is a Queen tribute band, renowned for its ability to faithfully recreate the energy and sound of the legendary British group.

The band stands out for its meticulous attention to detail, both musically and visually, delivering an immersive experience that pays tribute to Queen’s legacy.

Their repertoire spans a wide range of iconic songs, capturing the essence and passion of Queen’s original performances.

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https://www.youtube.com/@OneVision.Channel