Events in Chamonix on 5 December 2022

There are numerous events in Chamonix organised year-round. Find loads of top tips and local insights in our Chamonix Main Events.

There are no events on this date, but here's what's coming up

Nordic skiing by night at the beautiful Bois de Bouchet

Cross country skiing by night in Chamonix

December

Thursday

All day

Every Thursday the cross-country ski piste in Chamonix opens for some night time skiing.

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An image of Savoyard cheese at Chamonix Market, every Saturday

Regular Saturday market in the centre of Chamonix

Saturday Market, Chamonix Centre

December

Saturday

07:00 - 13:00

Head to the Place Mont Blanc in the centre of Chamonix every Saturday for the main market in the valley.

Join in the Christmas spirit in the lead up to the big day

Christmas in Chamonix

December

Sunday

All day

The snow is here and the Christmas lights in Chamonix are on, and there's plenty to do in the week before Christmas day.

Celebrate NYE in Chamonix

New Year's Eve, Chamonix

December

Saturday

All day

Wondering what to do this New Year in Chamonix? All the bars hold their own parties, restaurants often lay on a special menu and perhaps some entertainment.

an image of the map of australia overlaid with the australian flag

Or "Straya Day" if you're from that neck of the woods

Australia Day in Chamonix!!

January

Thursday

All day

Throw another shrimp on the barbie Sheila! Today's the day for fancy dress, national flags and all things Australian.

Night skiing in the heart of Chamonix

Night skiing at Les Planards, Chamonix

February

Wednesday

All day

Les Planards is Chamonix centre's very own ski area, comprising a beginner slope as well as blue and red runs. You can ski here every Monday & Wednesday evening during the holidays.

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Your Guide to the World Cup Ski Races in Chamonix 2016

Men's Alpine Skiing World Cup in Les Houches

Kandahar Alpine Skiing World Cup, Chamonix

February

Friday

All day

After a long absence, the Kandahar is back home in Les Houches for World Cup Ski Championships.

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an image of a person with red gloves holding a snow heart

Celebrate Saint Valentine's Day in Chamonix

Valentine's Day in Chamonix

February

Tuesday

All day

If you're looking for a special way of celebrating Valentine's with a loved one then Chamonix is a great choice.

Ski touring & Alpine skiing race in Grands Montets

La Trace des Grands Ski Touring, Chamonix

March

Saturday

All day

Taking place at Les Grands Montets, this festival promises a ski touring race, a ski mountaineering course and a festival village offering the chance to test equipment, train with avalanche kit and learn more about ski touring.

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A celebration of all things Irish

St Patrick's Day, Chamonix

March

Friday

All day

Celebrate St Patrick's Day in Chamonix where you may well find green beers being served on the piste side.

A celebration of skiing & electronic music

Chamonix Unlimited Festival

April

Wednesday

All day

The best electronic music acts on breathtaking mountain stages all over the Mont Blanc range. More than just a long weekend, the Unlimited Festival is six days full of DJs, parties and events both on the mountain and in town.

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Music festival celebrated across France on the summer solstice

Fête de la Musique, Chamonix

June

Wednesday

All day

The Fête de la Musique is a celebration that takes place every summer solstice on 21st June in cities, towns and villages across France.

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14th July fireworks to celebrate the French National Day

Bastille Day, Chamonix

July

Friday

All day

Bastille Day is celebrated across the whole of France with a bang...well, several in fact, fireworks always feature heavily.

What's on for Halloween 2018 in Chamonix

Check out best parties around town this All Hallows' Eve

Halloween in Chamonix

October

Tuesday

All day

There will be a number of parties and events happening this Halloween at some of the best venues in town and neighbouring villages.