# Olma 2026 agricultural fair in St. Gallen

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/olma-2026-agricultural-fair-in-st-gallen
> Updated: 2026-10-18T09:14:33.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

The 83rd Olma agricultural and food fair in St. Gallen, themed ‘Olma– und Action!’, was scheduled to run from October 8 to 18, 2026. The event featured 640 exhibitors and introduced a new ‘Olma Action Area’ in Hall 9.0, offering interactive attractions such as an ‘Arbo Park’, bouldering, and laser games. The Canton of Schwyz participated as the guest canton with a special exhibition titled ‘Schwyz liefert’.

Following the conclusion of the fair and the Herbstjahrmarkt, St. Gallen City Police reported that while the overall security situation was positive, there was an increase in police interventions. Reported incidents included 21 cases of aggressive behavior, 14 instances of physical violence, and one serious altercation resulting in a skull fracture. Authorities also noted significant property damage totaling tens of thousands of Swiss francs, alongside various fines for public urination and parking violations.

## Claims

- The St. Gallen City Police reported a positive security balance for the 2026 OLMA and Autumn Fair despite an increase in interventions. (reported by 3 sources)
- One man suffered a skull fracture during an altercation. (reported by 3 sources)
- Police intervened in 21 cases of aggressive behavior and 14 cases of physical violence. (reported by 3 sources)
- Four incidents of property damage resulted in losses totaling tens of thousands of francs. (reported by 3 sources)
- Six individuals were taken to the police station, with one person placed in custody. (reported by 3 sources)
- Police issued 295 parking fines during the event period. (reported by 3 sources)
- The St. Gallen City Police reported a positive overall security balance for the events. (reported by 3 sources)
- Police intervened in 21 cases involving aggressive behavior. (reported by 3 sources)
- Police responded to 14 incidents of physical violence. (reported by 3 sources)
- Property damage from four cases totaled tens of thousands of Swiss francs. (reported by 3 sources)
- Six individuals were taken to the police station due to their behavior. (reported by 3 sources)
- Authorities issued 295 parking fines during the event period. (reported by 3 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-10-18: St. Gallen police report security balance for OLMA and Herbstjahrmarkt

St. Gallen police reported a positive security balance for the 2026 OLMA and Herbstjahrmarkt, despite one skull fracture, multiple violent interventions, and tens of thousands in property damage.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/st-gallen-police-report-security-balance-for-olma-and-autumn-fair

### 2026-09-20: Olma 2026 fair to feature new Action Area in St. Gallen

The 83rd Olma fair in St. Gallen will run from October 8–18, 2026, featuring a new ‘Action Area’ and hosting the Canton of Schwyz as the guest canton.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/olma-2026-fair-to-feature-new-action-area-in-st-gallen

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