At the campus entrance, guests were welcomed by large blue balloon letters spelling ‘MONTANA’, setting a festive tone for the day ahead. Throughout the campus, smaller red and blue balloons added to the celebratory atmosphere. As the morning unfolded, hundreds of visitors arrived to join the celebration. Adding to the joyful spirit of the day, Zugiblubbi, the beloved mascot of the Zugerbergbahn, also celebrated a birthday, delighting many of the school’s younger guests.
The anniversary parcours guided visitors through engaging stations that brought the past, present, and future of Institut Montana to life. In the Chemistry Lab, guests enjoyed fun, hands-on experiments, while at the cinema station, they explored the “BECOMING” documentary films featuring alumni. Meanwhile, the “Montana Past” station transported visitors back to 1926, offering a museum-like journey through the history and evolution of Institut Montana — a powerful reminder of the school’s enduring legacy.
Elsewhere in Chalet Suisse, the vibrant centre of co-curricular activities, engineering and robotics activities captured the attention of visitors of all ages. Inside the Photobox station, laughter and joy filled the air as guests posed for instant photos. On the anniversary day, Institut Montana also had the honour of welcoming Slavko Vranes, a former NBA player, who travelled from afar to be part of the celebration. Together with Nemanja Mišković, former Serbian national player and the new lead of the Montana Basketball Academy, the two stars brought professional skills and incredible energy to the basketball court.
Through the decades, Institut Montana has remained resilient, navigating global challenges, from times of conflict to economic crises and even a worldwide pandemic. Today, it continues to thrive, shaping future generations with the same spirit of innovation and community that has defined it for a century.
Happy 100th birthday, Institut Montana. Here’s to the next 100 years!
The celebration attracted more than a dozen local media attention such as Tele 1, Zuger Zeitung and SRF.
Throughout the day, guests enjoyed a variety of Swiss food served in the Dining Hall and at the outdoor grill. At the end of the parcours, visitors who had collected stamps on their parcours maps were invited to participate in a raffle for the chance to win exciting prizes. It was truly a wonderful day for everyone on campus
