Illustration of a house and yard glowing with string lights beside a snowman at dusk (L’Éveil de Noël)
Christmas Lights

L’Éveil de Noël

Visitors gather to watch the grand Christmas tree illuminate to launch the festive season, accompanied by a complimentary friendship drink. Families can meet Mother Christmas as she distributes small gifts to children with a guaranteed-win wheel of fortune. The weekend celebration also features an enchanting performance and the launch of the Wishing Tree.

Nov 27 – Nov 29, 2026

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Plan Your Visit

Hours

Fri 18h–21h; Sat 11h–21h; Sun 11h–20h.

Food & Drink

A complimentary friendship drink is offered to the public after the Friday tree-lighting ceremony.

Location

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Place de l’Hôtel-de-Ville · Rue du Lac 2, 1800 Vevey, Switzerland, Vevey Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with young children

Vibe

Festive and enchanting

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Arrive for Friday’s 18:00 ceremony to see the tree lighting and stay for the complimentary friendship drink.
  • Visit Saturday or Sunday to meet Mother Christmas, who gives children small gifts through a guaranteed-win wheel.
  • Choose Sunday to enjoy the daytime Mother Christmas visit and the festive performance later in the day.
  • Pick up a Sapin des Vœux card from a neighboring shop; cards are available until December 24.
  • Dress warmly for the outdoor square, especially if you plan to stay for the evening tree lighting or performance.

Special Events & Promotions

  • A complimentary friendship drink is offered after the tree-lighting ceremony on Friday.
  • Mother Noël visits on Saturday and gives children small gifts through a guaranteed-win wheel of fortune.
  • Mother Noël visits on Sunday and gives children small gifts through a guaranteed-win wheel of fortune.
  • A fairy-tale show is scheduled for Sunday.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What happens during the celebration?

The programme includes the Christmas tree lighting, Mother Noël’s visit, a wishing-tree launch and a fairy-tale show.

What can children do during Mother Noël’s visit?

Children can receive small gifts through a guaranteed-win wheel of fortune.

Is there food or drink at the event?

A complimentary glass of friendship is offered to the public after the tree-lighting ceremony.

Where can visitors get wishing-tree greeting cards?

Cards are available from nearby shops until 24 December.

Does the programme vary across the weekend?

Yes. The tree lighting and wishing-tree launch are on Friday; Mother Noël visits on Saturday and Sunday, and Sunday also features a fairy-tale show.

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