50,000
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Payment Solutions for Events and Festivals in Switzerland
Choose the right event payment partner
Choose the partner that best fits your event. If you are not sure which partner is right for you, use the remarks field in the form to briefly describe your event and your requirements.
Trusted by over700
events across Switzerland from club markets to major festivals
6
Worldline certified partners covering cashless, POS, ticketing and access control
How to set up payments for your event – 3 steps
What type of event are you planning?
Select the option that best describes your event so we can recommend the most suitable partner solution.
Speed up transactions, reduce waiting times, and choose a payment solution that fits your event – from simple POS systems to integrated solutions for ticketing, payments, and reporting.
Custom Event Solution
For complex events that need a tailored setup
A Custom Event Solution is suitable if your event involves several systems, high visitor numbers, multiple sales points or specific technical requirements.
You may need:
- Ticketing and access control
- POS systems for multiple sales points
- Cashless payments across the event site
- Real-time reporting
- Reliable infrastructure and on-site support
Recommended partners: DINACO, All in One Solution, Weezevent
Simple Event Solution
For simple events that need an easy setup
A Simple Event Solution is suitable if you need a straightforward way to accept payments at your event without complex infrastructure.
You may need:
- Easy-to-use POS systems
- Mobile payment terminals
- Fast cashless payments
- Simple setup
- Flexible solutions for for stands, markets or club events
Recommended partners: easypay, payyap, Cash Solutions
Custom vs Simple Event Solution - at a glance
Custom Event Solution |
Simple Event Solution |
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| Best for | Festivals, sports events, large gatherings |
Club events, markets, pop-ups, food stands |
| Visitor volume | High (thousands+) |
Low to medium |
| Sales points | Multiple, distributed across site |
Single or few |
| Ticketing & access | Yes |
No |
| Real-time reporting | Yes |
Basic |
| On-site support | Yes |
Limited |
| Setup complexity | Tailored — requires planning ahead |
Simple and fast |
| Recommended partners | DINACO, All in One Solution, Weezevent |
easypay, payyap, Cash Solutions |
Custom Event Solution partners
Choose one of these partners if your event needs more than payment – from ticketing and access control to infrastructure and reporting.
Complete event infrastructure for tailored setups: ticketing, POS, payments, network, operations.
Ideal for: festivals, sports events and large gatherings
For events in: German-speaking Switzerland, French-speaking Switzerland and Ticino
A central platform for ticketing, payment systems and event management.
Ideal for: Events with several systems and central management
For events in: German-speaking Switzerland, French-speaking Switzerland and Ticino
Integrated ticketing, access and payment solution with real-time data and reliable operation.
Ideal for: events focused on visitor flow, ticketing and access control
For events in: German-speaking and French-speaking Switzerland
Simple Event Solution partners
Choose one of these partners if you want to start quickly with flexible POS systems, mobile terminals and cashless payments.
A simple POS and payment solution in one device, easy to use and quick to set up.
Ideal for: club events, markets and smaller gatherings
For events in: German-speaking, French-speaking Switzerland and Ticino
Mobile POS and payment solutions for stands, pop-ups and flexible sales points.
Ideal for: food stalls, pop-ups, markets and flexible event formats
For events in: German-speaking Switzerland
Cashless payment and POS systems designed for fast transactions and efficient sales.
Ideal for: events focused on sales, gastronomy and payment speed
For events in: German-speaking and French-speaking Switzerland
Payment that rocks - Our partners in action
Discover how Worldline and Dinaco supports Zermatt Unplugged with sustainable, seamless digital payment.
With Worldline and Dinaco, we processed 50,000 transactions in 5 days - with zero downtime.
Rolf Furrer, Festival Director, Zermatt Unplugged
Speed up payments, reduce queues
Watch the short video to see how Tap on Mobile, as part of the event payment solution, makes cashless payments at events easier.
Frequently asked questions about event payment solutions
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A Custom Event Solution is suitable for complex events with several – systems, high visitor numbers, multiple sales points or specific technical requirements. A Simple Event Solution is right for simpler formats club events, markets, pop-ups or food stands. For complex events, DINACO, All in One Solution or Weezevent are recommended. For simpler setups, easypay, payyap or Cash Solutions may be more appropriate. If you are not sure, describe your event in the remarks field when you submit the form.
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Queues can be reduced by speeding up payment and sales processes. Cashless payments, fast POS systems, mobile payment terminals, integrated ticketing and optimised staff workflows all help visitors move through sales points more quickly. Partners such as Cash Solutions, Weezevent or DINACO can support faster payment processes and smoother visitor flow.
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The cost of an event payment solution depends on your event size, duration, number of sales points and the services required. Some partners offer day-rate terminal rental; others charge per transaction or as part of a package. Fill in the form below to describe your event – the recommended partner will provide a tailored quote based on your specific requirements.
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A payment system for events enables organisers to accept and manage payments before, during and after an event. It can include cash register systems for sales points, card payments, mobile payments and cashless payments on site. Modern event payment solutions often combine payment, ticketing and reporting in one integrated system.
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Yes. Simple Event Solutions are designed for exactly this format. Partners such as easypay and payyap offer mobile POS terminals that are quick to set up, easy to use and ideal for temporary formats including one-day markets, club events and pop-up stalls.
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Most event payment terminals require a stable internet connection to process card payments in real time. Partners such as DINACO provide complete network infrastructure as part of their Custom Event Solution, ensuring reliable connectivity even in outdoor or remote locations. For simpler setups, 4G connectivity is typically sufficient.
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A payment terminal processes card transactions – contactless, chip and PIN. A POS system combines payment with sales management, including order tracking, inventory and sales reports. For larger events with multiple product categories, a POS system offers greater control. For simple setups, a payment terminal alone is usually sufficient.
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Use the remarks field to add any details that help us understand your event and requirements. Helpful information includes: event type, event date, expected number of visitors, number of sales points, need for ticketing or access control, need for POS systems or mobile terminals, on-site support requirements and any specific questions.
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