Annecy Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Annecy and surrounding areas
Annecy unveils the Christmas season around the lake and Vieille Ville where Holiday lights and festive events create a picturesque holiday setting full of seasonal charm and family activities. Visit Le Château du Père Noël, the Annecy Living Nativity Christmas Market and seasonal concerts to enjoy Santa visits, artisan stalls and winter festivities as canals and cobbled streets glow under festive illuminations.
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Christmas Markets
41 eventsMajestic Christmas market on Geneva's lakeside promenade.
Christmas Shows
6 eventsMagical holiday cabaret show with diverse artistic talents.
Other Christmas Activities
9 eventsAnnual street arts festival for families in a mountain setting
Editor's Picks (6)
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Noël au Quai - Geneva Christmas Market
(Geneva)
Majestic Christmas market on Geneva's lakeside promenade.
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Ain’croyable Noël 2025
(Bourg-en-Bresse)
Three distinct Christmas experiences for all ages
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Montreux Noël - Christmas Market
(Territet)
One of Switzerland's most beautiful Christmas markets on Lake Geneva.
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Bô Noël Lausanne - Christmas Markets
(Lausanne)
Multiple Christmas markets across the city with a Ferris wheel and children's village.
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Christmas in Megève Festival
(Megève)
Magical Christmas village with unique Alpine winter activities
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Montreux Noël - Market Square and the Flying Santa Claus
(Montreux)
The iconic Flying Santa Claus show and Ferris wheel views.
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Christmas Lights Near Annecy
Additional holiday activities and unique Christmas experiences in Annecy.
Le Hameau du Père Noël (Santa's Hamlet)
Santa's authentic, year-round home and festive village.
Bourg-en-Bresse s'illumine - Christmas Festivities
City-wide illumination and light parade
Christmas Parties Near Annecy
Festive dining experiences, holiday parties, and Christmas-themed food and drink events in Annecy.
Christmas Celebrations at Hôtel Royal
Gourmet Christmas dining at a 5-star Palace hotel.
New Year's Eve Celebration in Meylan
Diverse New Year's Eve celebrations
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Annecy Christmas FAQ
Weekday evenings tend to be less crowded. Peak times are weekends in December, especially closer to Christmas.
Most events offer on-site parking. Check individual event pages for specific parking information and fees.
Most venues are accessible. Contact individual events for specific accessibility accommodations.