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Christmas in Les Arcs

December 23rd to 31st 2024

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December 24th

Morning: Santa Claus wakes up for a magical day. Dressed in red and white, he will stroll through the streets of the resort with his sack full of surprises.

5 PM: Santa’s toys on stilts, jingling their bells, announce the imminent arrival of the Christmas hero.

6 PM: Triumphant arrival of Santa Claus accompanied by his elves. Chocolate distribution and a memorable photo session at the Christmas village.

 

December 31st

5:30 PM: Torchlight descent by ski instructors at the Cachette snow front.

6 PM: Pyrotechnic show by Félix at the same location.

Midnight: Fireworks visible from the entire resort.

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December 23rd

6:30 PM: Musical show "Noël en Chœur" at the Centre Bernard Taillefer.

 

December 24th

Morning: Santa Claus roams the streets spreading the magic of Christmas.

4:00 PM: The Christmas Cats liven up the streets of Villards while the Christmas brass band plays in Charvet.

5:00 PM: The Christmas brass band fills the Villards district with music from the Place de l’Aiguille des Glaciers.

5:30 PM: The Christmas Cats take over Charvet with surprises and cheer.

6:00 PM: Spectacular arrival of Santa Claus at Place Miravidi. Photo session with the Christmas star in his headquarters.

 

December 30th

6:30 PM: Musical show "Noël en Chœur" at the Centre Bernard Taillefer.

 

December 31st

5:30 PM: Artistic and pyrotechnic parade throughout the resort.

Midnight: Fireworks visible particularly from the Vagère snow front.

To make the most of the New Year festivities, Dahu stays open until 1am and Villard until 1.30am.

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December 24th

Christmas Eve:

- Torchlight descent by ESF illuminating the village.
- Enchanting shows featuring pink and white fairies, accompanied by luminous horses.
- Christmas band playing festive melodies.
- Meet Santa Claus for an unforgettable family photo session.

 

December 31st

Torchlight descent: Captivating ESF performance through the village.

Live Concerts: Musical entertainment and performances by the EFMR group, renowned DJs, and Adrian Sax.

Fireworks: Spectacular finale lighting up the night sky.

To make the most of the New Year festivities, Cabriolet stays open until 2am.

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December 24th

Christmas Show: Arrival of Santa Claus and his elves, ESF torchlight descent, fire show, barrel organ, and photo session with Santa Claus.

 

December 26th

3D Christmas Elves: An interactive experience where you become the elf helping to distribute gifts from Santa’s flying sleigh.

 

December 31st

5:15 PM, Olympic Square:
- ESF torchlight descent.
- DJ set, laser show, special effects, and dance floor.
- Fireworks.

To make the most of the New Year festivities, Cabriolet stays open until 2am.

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- From December 20 to 22, enjoy the Christmas Market with free activities
- Christmas Eve on December 24, with activities throughout the day
- Kids’ Day on December 26, featuring a magic show and a rock concert for children to keep the Christmas magic alive 
- On December 31, the Night of Ice closes the year with a spectacular light show and fireworks
- The Bourg Saint Maurice Thursdays, on January 2, with free activities for family fun