Z7 Konzertfabrik
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Why go
- Around 3,000 concerts have drawn well over one million visitors.
- Z7 Summer Nights Open Air concerts have taken place on the forecourt since 2015.
- Up in Smoke began here in 2013 and later expanded to multiple days and two stages.
The hall
- Capacity
- Main hall: up to 1,600; Mini Z7 configuration: around 400, using flexible partitions Mini-Z7 has its own stage, lighting and sound equipment.
- Wheelchair seating
- Designated area at the front with a view of the stage
- Seats
- Bar stools or chairs are available on request at the large bar on the hall’s right side
Tickets and box office
- On concert days, the box office also sells tickets for upcoming shows, usually from door-opening time.
- Tickets are also sold through the venue’s website and authorized platforms including Ticketcorner, SeeTickets and Reservix.
- Free earplugs are available at the bar or box office.
- The cloakroom is just past the ticket check at the entrance.
Atmosphere
- The audience comes mostly from Switzerland, with visitors also travelling from Germany and France.
Entry and dress code
- Visitors aged 10 or older may attend with an adult and valid ID.
Drinks to try
- Two bars serve drinks, including the venue’s own Z7 Pale Ale.
- A grill stand outside the hall sells food.
Interesting facts4
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2005
The Z7 association bought the hall in 2005 and has operated without public funding since then.
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2019
Z7 welcomed 120,000 visitors in 2019.
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Recordings of performances here appear on albums by Manowar, Nightwish and Tiamat.
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Flying Colors’ Second Flight: Live at the Z7 is a full live release recorded wholly or largely at the venue.
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Shorts
History
The former warehouse developed into a concert venue for metal and rock. Mini Z7 added a space for smaller and emerging acts, alongside outdoor shows.
- 1994A former container warehouse became a concert venue; November’s first shows included Spencer Davis Group, Slayer and Machine Head.
- 2000The multi-day Metal Dayz festival began, with indoor and outdoor stages.
- 2013Mini Z7 opened.
- 2014Billy Idol played an open-air show here.
- June 2022Z7 Wild Dayz featured Amorphis, Anti-Flag, Battle Beast and Coroner.
Music
How to get there
- CarKraftwerkstrasse 7, 4133 Pratteln
Accessibility
- Hall access Almost fully accessible; a ramp-accessible platform is on the hall’s right side.
- Toilet Indoor restrooms have one step; a ramp leads to an outdoor restroom.
- Parking There are no marked wheelchair spaces; staff may assign a spot near the entrance.
Sources: Z7 Konzertfabrik - Wikipedia · Home - Konzertfabrik Z7 · Visitor Information - Konzertfabrik Z7 · About Us - Konzertfabrik Z7 · checked 10 Oct 2026
- Website
- z-7.ch/
- Phone
- +41 61 821 48 00
Questions and answers
Are earplugs available at Z7 Konzertfabrik?
Free earplugs are available at the bar or box office.
Does Z7 Konzertfabrik have a cloakroom?
The cloakroom is just past the entrance ticket check.
How many events does Z7 Konzertfabrik organise each year?
The association organises around 100 events each year.
Does Z7 Konzertfabrik organise events elsewhere?
It also organises open-air shows and events around the region.
What tickets do wheelchair users and companions need at Z7 Konzertfabrik?
Wheelchair users need a regular ticket; one companion receives free admission.
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