Discover the holiday festivities in Annecy with our complete winter celebration guide. Whether you're a regular visitor to the city or seeing it for the first time, we've gathered all the activities that bring the Venice of the Alps to life during this festive season.
The historic heart of Annecy transforms into a true Christmas village, with its traditional market on Rue Sainte-Claire and illuminations along the canals. The old town's arcades host local artisans, while the Pâquier welcomes an outdoor ice rink. The lakeside offers an enchanting walk, lined with decorations that reflect in the crystal-clear waters.
Happy Holidays!
Top Events Events In and Around Annecy
- Cannes International Christmas Sailing Regatta (Cannes)
- Annecy Christmas Market
- Annecy Living Nativity, Christmas Market, and Concert
- Cinefilous Christmas Special of the Alps Annecy
- The Little Girl Who Didn't Like Christmas Show
- Christmas Concert with Artemisia Vocal Ensemble
- Alpine Christmas in Annecy
- Le Noël des Alpes d'Annecy: Illuminations & Decorations
- L'Hivernal Festival - Annecy Animation Film Festival
- Christmas Concert with Vocal Mosaïque Group (Cran-Gevrier)
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Annecy Events Events
Cannes International Christmas Sailing Regatta (Cannes) • 0.5 miles
Annual international sailing regatta for Classe Europe sailboats
Annecy Christmas Market (Annecy) • 0.7 miles
Alpine Christmas traditions and local crafts
Annecy Living Nativity, Christmas Market, and Concert (Annecy) • 0.7 miles
A vibrant Christmas market with a living nativity scene.
Cinefilous Christmas Special of the Alps Annecy (Annecy) • 0.7 miles
Alpine-themed Christmas film screenings
The Little Girl Who Didn't Like Christmas Show (Annecy) • 0.7 miles
A heartwarming holiday tale for all ages
Christmas Concert with Artemisia Vocal Ensemble (Annecy) • 0.7 miles
Enchanting Christmas concert with vocal ensemble
Alpine Christmas in Annecy (Annecy) • 0.7 miles
Alpine-themed Christmas festivities
Le Noël des Alpes d'Annecy: Illuminations & Decorations (Annecy) • 0.7 miles
Eight Christmas markets with 150 chalets and spectacular illuminations.
L'Hivernal Festival - Annecy Animation Film Festival (Annecy) • 1.0 miles
Animation film festival with workshops and screenings
Christmas Concert with Vocal Mosaïque Group (Cran) • 1.0 miles
Harmonious vocal performances celebrating the holiday season
Local Producers Market (Annecy) • 1.3 miles
Discovering local Haute-Savoie products at various markets.
Meythet Winter Day with Santa Claus (Meythet) • 1.6 miles
Winter games and a special visit from Santa Claus
Christmas Workshops in Vieux Seynod (Annecy) • 3.1 miles
Creative Christmas-themed crafting sessions for young attendees
Seyssel Christmas Market (Seyssel) • 14.4 miles
Festive market with local crafts and holiday treats.
Mercury Christmas Market • 19.1 miles
Seasonal markets across the Mercury region
Angoulême Christmas Market & Winter Festivities (Angoulême) • 20.6 miles
Immersive digital art trail and festive market
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