But this year the festivities will be scaled down due to continued drought and the risk of wildfires in most parts of Switzerland. Because of continued drought and no relief in sight in the immediate future, fire bans or restrictions are currently in effect in all cantons. Tighter regulations mean that traditional August 1st celebrations will not be quite as extravagant this year. Let’s move on to another typical feature of August 1st celebrations: barbecues. It is difficult to imagine National Day festivities without cervelats and veal sausages served with a slice of bread and mustard.