Major Events
The cultural diary of Savoie Mont Blanc is a combination of all kind of events: traditional, gastronomic, exhibitions or shows… Music is also part of the program as well as many international sports competitions. Whether you are sporty or just a mountain lover, Savoie Mont Blanc is tailor made for you.
December
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Winter sports resorts open
Further information about opening dates and times for winter sports resorts.
www.france-montagnes.com
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Le Critérium de la 1ère Neige à Val d’hiver [First Snow Criterium at Val d'hiver]
This stage of the men's and women's world alpine ski cup is an institution in Val d'Isère. The trials are organised next to the village. Spectators line the slopes to share some exceptional moments.
www.valdisere.com
January
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Savoie Mont Blanc Grand Odyssey - Savoie Mont Blanc Resorts
The Savoie-Mont-Blanc Grand Odyssey is an international jusky dog race and is the most difficult in the world. Each year it brings together the 25 best mushers from across the globe who cover over 800 km over Savoie and Haute-Savoie
www.savoie-mont-blanc.com
http://www.grandeodyssee.com/fr/index.html
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Ice sculpting competition – Valloire
An array of talented artists invite you to discover ice sculpting. On the final evening of the competition, the sculptures are unveiled beneath the colourful lights of a grand showcasing event.
http://www.valloire.net
February
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Venetian Carnival – Annecy
The canals in the old town are reminiscent of those in the City of Doges, with over 200 masked people strolling elegantly along the canals.
www.lac-annecy.com
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Pyrothechnics Art Festival – Courchevel
This unique festival in Europe each winter hosts a high level competition between pyrotechnic artists from across the globe in the form of five large shows.
www.courchevel.com
March
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La Pierra Menta – Arêches Beaufort
As the pride of the resort since 1986, this international alpine ski competition (10,000 metres positive slope) brings together the best in the world in skiing at Beaufortain. 22nd edition.
www.pierramenta.com
June
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International Animated Film Festival – Annecy
The largest global event dedicated to animated films. This is a major event which will host the best in global productions.
www.lac-annecy.com
July
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Musilac – Aix-les-Bains
This is the first pop rock festival in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. It hosts around forty artists, 4 outdoor stages, and is on the edge of the largest natural lake in France.
www.musilac.com
August
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Annecy Lake Festival
Pyromelodical festival on the lake. Illuminated boats and fireworks.
www.lac-annecy.com
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Festival for Guides – Chamonix
This is a traditional ancestral festival taking place on a public holiday for guides in Chamonix. It is a religious festival during which ice axes and ropes are blessed, as well as there being a climbing event, fireworks and a dance evening.
www.fetedesguides.com
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Navig’Aix Festival – Aix-les-Bains
This is a large meeting of motor or steam-driven boats. Steam-driven boats, racing boats and sailing boats from the old days all come together on Bourget Lake. No fewer than 7 nations are represented with a fleet of over 100 teams.
http://www.aixlesbains.com
September
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Icare Cup and International free-flying film festival - Saint-Hilaire du Touvet (Isère)
This is a famous handgliding and aerial sports competition. It also hosts the international free-flying film festival, concerts, and fancy dress competitions.
www.coupe-icare.org
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Les Championnats du monde d’aviron - Lac d’Aiguebelette
A great sportive event where the world’s best rowers will be battling for gold on Lake Aiguebelette. This international competition will be a capital event a year before the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro.
aiguebelette2015.com
October
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International Comic Book strip festival – Chambéry
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Italian film festival – Annecy
This festival allows the public to meet the major Italian stars and to be the first to discover new films: the very best of contemporary Italian cinema.
www.annecycinemaitalien.com
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Le Grand bivouac - Albertville
Enjoy sharing travel and discovery
www.grandbivouac.com
November
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International Circus Festival - Grenoble (Isère)
This is a competition which brings together the most spectacular circus events of our time.
www.palais-des-sports.com