The famed resorts of the Portes du Soleil, such as Morzine, Châtel, Avoriaz and Les Gets offer a wealth of activities and entertainment for winter 2023/24.
Whether you’re looking for après-ski events, family-friendly activities or entertainment to enjoy after a day on the slopes, take a look at some of the main events taking place over the coming winter months…
Please note – All details were accurate at the time of publishing this article, however, all events and activities are subject to change. Please check the details of the event before setting out to visit. Wherever possible we have included links to English information pages.
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- December events and entertainment
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- February events and entertainment
- March events and entertainment
- April events and entertainment
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Local Markets
Enjoy shopping at one of the area’s local markets, where you can find everything from fresh produce and charcuterie to pottery and handmade gifts.
- Les Gets – Thursdays, 8 am to noon
- Morzine – Wednesdays, 8 am to noon
- Châtel winter market – Wednesdays 08:30 am to 12:30 pm
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Events and Entertainment
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Want to know what’s on during your stay in the Portes du Soleil? Take a look at our calendar of things to do in the area, including Morzine, Avoriaz, Les Gets, and Châtel.
December
Morzine Spartan Race
9 – 10 December
Morzine
The famed Spartan obstacle race comes to Morzine again this winter, with a 10km and a 21km race taking place largely in the village and on the pistes. With a kids race on 9 December and the adult races on 10 December, whether you’re taking part or spectating it’s sure to be a fun weekend.
Rock On Snow Tour
15 – 17 December
Avoriaz
Kicking off the ski season in style, this event brings together all things ‘snow’! All the major ski brands will be there, with a huge test village, live music and plenty of dancing in your ski gear!
Enchanted Village of Morzine
24 December 2023 – 7 January 2024
Morzine
Enjoy two weeks of magical lights, shows, and entertainment – the perfect holiday season experience! Free to enjoy, there’s a visit from Father Christmas, workshops for children and street parades – a wonderful focus for a festive holiday. Read more here.
Father Christmas lives in Les Gets
23 & 24 December
Les Gets
Enjoy the magic of Christmas at this lovely event, including workshops from Santa’s elves, festive shows and a visit from Father Christmas. Discover more here.
Father Christmas arrives
24 December
Châtel
Travelling by horse-drawn carriage, come and welcome Father Christmas to Châtel. Accompanied by ski instructors, he has plenty of sweets to hand out to children as he does a tour of the village.
Christmas Fanfare
25 December
Morzine
Rediscover the magic of Christmas music, featuring gospel melodies and enchanting tunes from beloved Walt Disney classics, all in the charming setting of Morzine. Admission is free and full details can be found here.
Jack le petit jouer
25 December
Morzine
Discover “Jack the little player” on his scooter with a trailer full of games that will delight both young and old. With a variety of talents up his sleeve, Jack performs magic tricks, juggles, demonstrates impressive balance acts, showcases unusual objects, and engages in entertaining mime acts. This event is free for all to enjoy.
Les givrés warriors: obstacle course
28 December
Morzine
Whether you’re tackling this challenge solo or as part of a team, test your skills on this obstacle course filled with agility and balance tests, obstacle challenges, slaloms, and various enjoyable workshops—all to be completed exclusively on foot.
Le Convoi d’Anapka
29 December
Morzine
Immerse yourself in this captivating circus performance that combines visual and sensory elements, featuring four dancers and one stilt walker performing around a mesmerising sound and light float. Entrance is free of charge.
Flash Drum
31 December
Morzine
Experience this afro-punk performance with a futuristic twist, where these five sound provocateurs deliver a lively and interactive rhythmic spectacle, setting the stage ablaze with festive energy!
Torchlit Descent
31 December
Morzine
Witness the dazzling torchlight descent led by the ESF instructors, followed by a spectacular fireworks display. Don’t forget to bring your own cup or purchase the reusable Morzine cup for 1€ at the Tourist Office or on-site. Find out more here.
Fire Show
31 December
Morzine
Come and witness this exciting fire show in the heart of Morzine. Access is free but there will be a champagne bar on site for the benefit of Ecole Ste Marie.
New Year Fireworks
31 December
Les Gets
Get ready for 2024 with a free fireworks display in Les Gets. Please check the tourist office website for details.
New Year Fireworks
31 December
Châtel
Come and celebrate in the church square and enjoy a torchlight procession by the ESF instructors and fireworks from 20h.
New Year in Avoriaz
31 December
Avoriaz
Welcome the New Year in with a bang with 5 DJ sets, fireworks and parties until the early hours! Find out more on the website.
January
Christmas Diamonds
1 January
Morzine
Sing along to festive classics at the Christmas Diamonds concert at the Place de l’Office de Tourisme on New Year’s Day. Find out more on the website.
Les voyageurs
2 January
Morzine
An exuberant and comical roaming spectacle featuring stilt walkers, musicians, and jugglers, joined by the La Loco Loca float, complete with captivating sound, dazzling lights, and a fireworks display. Find out more here.
Les givrés warriors : obstacle course
3 January
Morzine
Whether you’re tackling this challenge solo or as part of a team, test your skills on this obstacle course filled with agility and balance tests, obstacle challenges, slaloms, and various enjoyable workshops—all to be completed exclusively on foot.
Montreux Comedy goes skiing
13 – 20 January
Les Gets
The famous Montreux Comedy Festival comes to the mountains for a week of skiing and laughter. Check the line-up and the programme on the website. Discover more here.
Burton Mystery Series
28 January
Avoriaz
Head to the Stash for the Burton Mystery Tour! The competition is free and snowboarders of all ages are welcome.
Junior World Alpine Skiing Championships
29 January – 3 February
Portes du Soleil
The Portes du Soleil will host this major skiing event – the fourth biggest ski event in the world – with 45 countries taking part in the six disciplines. Come and watch all of the action!
February
FFC French Snow Bike Championships
3 & 4 February
Les Gets
Mountain biking enthusiasts and professionals come together for the second French Snow Bike Championships. Come and watch the action unfold.
Volcom Spot to Spot
3-4 February
Avoriaz
This free event is open to riders of all levels, with prize money up for grabs! There will be a BBQ at lunchtime followed by a big party and a screening of the film CREEDLE COSM at the cinema. Check out the website for more details.
Woody Alien
12 February
Morzine
Enjoy a concert by Woody Alien, as they revisit timeless hits from renowned artists like The Beatles, U2, The Rolling Stones, and more! More information on the website.
Red Ski Show
12, 19 and 26 February
Les Gets
Ski instructors from ESF Les Gets will entertain, with torchlit descents, spectacular ski shows, piste grooming and rescue demonstrations, as well as fireworks. Enjoy a mulled wine or a hot chocolate while you watch the show. Check the website for more information.
The Farmers’ Party
13 February
Châtel
Join local farmers at the church square for their annual party, and you may get the chance to judge the best Abondance cheese! Children will love the farm games, music and the chance to meet the animals. The parade starts at Linga at 7 pm, arriving in the village at about 7.30 pm, before heading back to Linga via Vonnes. More details here.
Charity torchlight descent
14, 21 & 28 February
Les Gets
Come along and enjoy an exciting torchlit descent and support charity at the same time! To participate you’ll need to have a minimum 2-star level and tickets cost 7€.
Les givrés warriors : obstacle course
Every Thursday from 15 February to 7 March
Morzine
Whether you’re tackling this challenge solo or as part of a team, test your skills on this obstacle course filled with agility and balance tests, obstacle challenges, slaloms, and various enjoyable workshops—all to be completed exclusively on foot.
Torchlit Descent
15 – 29 February
Morzine
Witness the dazzling torchlight descent led by the ESF instructors, followed by a spectacular fireworks display. Don’t forget to bring your own cup or purchase the reusable Morzine cup for 1€ at the Tourist Office or on-site. Find out more here.
Portes du Soleil Speed Tour
15, 22 and 29 February
Morzine
Get a free introduction to speed skiing on Thursdays from 10 am – 4 pm. It’s open to anyone over the age of 5 and level 3 – you just need a helmet and an awareness of speed! Visit the website here.
The Secrets of the Druid
15 February
Morzine
A fun treasure hunt for children, help the druid find the ingredients of his magic recipe! Mixing puzzles with the nature of the mountains, it takes place from 10 am to 12 pm and is free to take part.
Frosted Warriors: obstacle course
15, 22 and 29 February
Morzine
Get a team together or go solo to tackle this obstacle course in the Place de l’Office de Tourisme. Test your balance, agility and strength on the course, and try other fun workshops too. It’s open between 4-7 pm.
Find out more here.
Concert Les Creatles
19 February
Morzine
Enjoy a live performance by the musical duo LES CREATLES, who specialize in bringing the 60s classics to life. Their repertoire includes iconic songs by the likes of the Beatles and Elvis, along with original compositions that pay homage to the 60s era and more.
Génération Y’s concert
26 February
Morzine
Whether you’re a fan of Sum 41, Muse, the Spice Girls, or TV series soundtracks, there’s something for everyone to discover at Génération Y’s concert!
March
Avoriaz Freeride Week
Date TBC
Avoriaz
This winter Avoriaz is hosting stages of the Freeride World Tour Qualifier, the Freeride World Tour Junior and the Freeride World Tour Challenger – keep an eye on the website for final dates.
Red Ski Show
4 March
Les Gets
Ski instructors from ESF Les Gets will entertain, with torchlit descents, spectacular ski shows, piste grooming and rescue demonstrations, as well as fireworks. Enjoy a mulled wine or a hot chocolate while you watch the show. Check the website for more information.
Reptyll in concert
4 March
Morzine
REPTYLL, a rock band from Haute-Savoie, deliver a dynamic mix of the finest tracks spanning from the 70s to the present day. Visit the tourist office website for more details.
Blessing of the skiers
7 March
Châtel
Meet at the chapel of Plaine Dranse in the early evening for the blessing of the skiers, followed by a torchlit descent, traditional music, mulled wine and hot chocolate. More details here.
Portes du Soleil Speed Tour
7 March
Morzine
Get a free introduction to speed skiing from 10 am to 4 pm. It’s open to anyone over the age of 5 and level 3 – you just need a helmet and an awareness of speed! Visit the website for more information.
Frosted Warriors: obstacle course
7 March
Morzine
Get a team together or go solo to tackle this obstacle course in the Place de l’Office de Tourisme. Test your balance, agility and strength on the course, and try other fun workshops too. It’s open between 4 to 7 pm.
Click here to find out more.
Torchlight descent on Nyon
8 March
Nyon, Morzine
The ESF instructors invite you to participate in their torchlight descent, taking place at the Pointe of Nyon. You can witness the descent from the Tourist Office square and along the snow front. Afterwards, enjoy a complimentary serving of mulled wine right at the Tourist Office Square.
Morzine Takes Care of You
11 – 15 March
Morzine
Taking place every day this week from 10h to 19h, this event is focused on helping you feel better than ever! With a range of activities and events, including pilates, yoga, hikes and sophrology, there are well-being professionals on hand to offer advice and help you feel relaxed and revitalised. Discover more here.
Rock the Pistes
17 – 24 March
Portes du Soleil resorts
This music festival takes place every year on the slopes of resorts across the Portes du Soleil. And it’s totally free, as long as you have your lift pass! With live concerts on the pistes and over 30 apres-ski concerts, check the website for the latest line-up.
Snowboxx
16 – 23 March
Various locations, Avoriaz
Take a music festival, add plenty of snow and a carnival, and you get Snowboxx. World-class freeriders and DJs head for the resort for a fun-packed week. The lineup this year includes The Streets, Becky Hill, Rudimental, Gok Wan and more.
Morzine Marmots Kingdom
30 March – 1 April
Morzine
A great week for children – free entertainment, shows, face painting and rides in the Place de l’Office de Tourisme. Find out more here.
April
Portes du Soleil Champions’ Ski Race
1 April
Morzine
This race marks the end of the ski season and takes place on the Nyon plateau. Children can meet champion skiers from the Portes du Soleil resorts and there’s a ski race for children from the local ski clubs and holidaymakers too! Find out more here.
Closing Week
13 – 21 April
Avoriaz
To commemorate the end of the winter season, Avoriaz is hosting closing parties, soap box races, concerts and much more! Keep an eye on the website for more information.
Please use the web links where they are provided to check the details of any events you wish to attend. If there is no link, details can be checked at the following tourism offices:
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