Last updated: December 01, 2024
Discover our complete guide to end-of-year festivities in Aix-les-Bains. This practical guide accompanies you through the events and activities that bring our spa town to life during the holiday season.
Place Maurice Mollard, the beating heart of celebrations, hosts the traditional Christmas market with its wooden chalets and local artisans. Along Boulevard des Côtes and up to Grand Port, the illuminations create a festive atmosphere, while the Thermal Park offers activities for the whole family. The neighboring towns of Chambéry and Annecy, accessible in less than 30 minutes, complete the festive offerings with their own markets and shows.
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Magical encounter with Santa Claus at the Chouette de l'Espoir Christmas Market.
The Christmas Market in Aix-les-Bains offers a festive experience with artisan markets, gastronomic chalets, and dazzling lights.
Where: Aix-les-Bains | More Info: Christmas Market in Aix-les-Bains
Santa Claus present all day.
The 3rd Christmas Market of the Chouette de l'Espoir takes place on Sunday, December 15, 2024, in Aix-les-Bains. This market features approximately 50 stalls offering decorations, gifts, and food to prepare for Christmas. The presence of Santa Claus all day, along with animations and a food and drink area, make this event a must-attend. The market is organized by the Chouette de l'Espoir to raise funds to help children hospitalized at the CHU des Alpes de Grenoble in the Pediatric Oncology department.
Where: Aix-les-Bains | More Info: The Owl Christmas Market
Illuminations on three historic monuments
The Marché du Noël des Alpes is a festive event offering a variety of animations and local products. Visitors can discover gift shops, gourmet markets, and theater, tale, and dance performances.
Where: Annecy | More Info: Alps Christmas Market
Christmas market with local products and unique gifts.
The Christmas Market in Grésy-sur-Aix is a festive event that brings together residents and visitors for a day of shopping and discovery. The stalls offer a variety of local products and gifts for the holidays.
Where: Grésy-sur-Aix | More Info: Grésy-sur-Aix Christmas Market
Unique feature: Christmas market with local vendors.
The Mercury Christmas Market offers a festive atmosphere with local vendors selling handmade products and regional specialties.
Where: Mercury | More Info: Mercury Christmas Market
Unique feature: free and paid animations all weekend.
The Marché de Noël du Sou des écoles de Dolomieu is a festive event where artisans and creators showcase their handmade products. The event takes place on Saturday from 13h to 19h and on Sunday from 9h30 to 17h30. Visitors can enjoy free and paid animations, a raffle, Santa Claus's presence, mascot parades, Christmas tree and cookie sales, and a gourmet snack bar.
Where: Dolomieu | More Info: Dolomieu School Christmas Market
Unique gathering of local artisans and producers.
The Saint-Laurent-du-Pont Christmas Market brings together artisans, creators, producers, and merchants to offer local products and seasonal gifts.
Where: Saint-Laurent-du-Pont | More Info: Saint-Laurent-du-Pont Christmas Market
Indoor market with 60 artisanal exhibitors.
The Charavines Artisanal Christmas Market features 60 exhibitors showcasing high-quality artisanal products. Visitors can find unique gifts and festive decorations.
Where: Charavines | More Info: Charavines Artisanal Christmas Market
Presence of Santa Claus and children's activities.
The Christmas Market at Tencin Castle offers a festive day with many vendors, children's activities, pony rides, and on-site dining. Santa Claus will be present in his library, and a Christmas parade will take place at 14:30.
Where: Tencin | More Info: Tencin Castle Park Christmas Market
Nighttime activities and numerous animations.
The Voreppe Christmas Market takes place at Armand-Pugnot and Grande rue, offering numerous animations and nighttime activities until 22h on Saturday.
Where: Voreppe | More Info: Voreppe Christmas Market
Presence of many local vendors offering handmade products.
The Sonnaz Christmas Market is a notable event where local vendors offer handmade products and Christmas gifts. Visitors can find decorations, souvenirs, and gourmet specialties.
Where: Sonnaz | More Info: Sonnaz Christmas Market
Drone race accessible to children and adults.
The Belley Christmas Market is an annual event organized by the Union of Merchants and Artisans of Belley in partnership with the city of Belley. It takes place from Friday, December 6 to Sunday, December 8, 2024, and features food stands, a drone race, and a fireworks display.
Where: Belley | More Info: Belley Christmas Market
Photos with Santa Claus and raffle with many prizes to win.
The Morestel Christmas Market offers a variety of artisanal products, including Christmas food, jewelry, decorations, clothing, and local specialties. Visitors can also participate in activities such as photos with Santa Claus, singing, and a raffle with many prizes to win.
Where: Morestel | More Info: Morestel Adèle School Christmas Market
Woodworking workshops for children and live concerts.
The Thônes Christmas Market offers an artisanal and local market with musical apéritifs, DJ sets, themed bars, animations, and hot wine.
Where: Thônes | More Info: Thônes Christmas Market
Animals accepted, offering a cozy atmosphere.
The Albertville Christmas Market features over 40 vendors offering local and artisanal products perfect for decorating the Christmas tree and table.
Where: Albertville | More Info: Albertville Christmas Market
A lively day with local vendors and animations.
The Voiron Christmas Market brings together vendors, animators, and on-site dining, offering a convivial day for visitors.
Where: Voiron | More Info: Voiron Christmas Market
A Christmas market with local vendors and varied animations.
The Apprieu Christmas Market 2024 takes place at the Paul Croce gymnasium, offering a festive experience with local vendors, animations, and activities for all ages. You can find unique gifts and enjoy culinary specialties.
Where: Apprieu | More Info: Apprieu 2024 Christmas Market
Exhibition of creators and handmade artisans with festive animations.
The Marché de Noël des artisans créateurs at Le Champ-près-Froges offers a festive day with 25 creator and handmade artisans. The event includes music, a bar, hot wine, and Santa Claus. The market takes place outdoors from 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
Where: Le Champ-près-Froges | More Info: Le Champ-près-Froges Artisans and Creators Christmas Market