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What’s on in Les Gets during summer 2024

Les Gets is hosting some big events this year, including Le Tour de France and the Mountain Bike World Cup. The mountain bike parks will be open, you can take part in tough challenges such as trail running or simply sit on a sunny terrace listening to live music. There is so much to do from June to September! Here is what’s on this summer in Les Gets…

What’s on in Les Gets during summer 2024

Les Gets Bike Park - what's on this summer in Les Gets Morzine

Bikepark opening

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Europe’s biggest bike park reopens for summer following a series of one-off weekend openings in late May and early June, giving riders access to almost 130km of marked dirt trails winding through spectacular mountain scenery. There are colour-graded routes to suit all abilities, from first-time riders to competitive enthusiasts, as well as a dedicated kids’ zone for the littlest bikers. Whether you want to practise hitting jumps or fly along thrilling downhill routes, Les Gets is the place to be for a summer of biking adventure.

Read our Ultimate Guide to Les Gets Bike Park

MTB Pass’Portes du Soleil

26-30 June 2024

This renowned three-day mountain biking event returns to the Alps for 2024. Designed to showcase the best trails in the area, at your own pace and providing local food and beverages along the way! Riders can choose between the 80km classic route or a special off-the-beaten-track course, while there’s also a supervised kids’ trail and a walking route with tastings at local farms. Don’t miss the chance to browse the latest biking gear at the accompanying trade show in Les Gets.

Visit Pass’Portes du Soleil website

Festival of the 4 Elements

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The four elements that make up our planet – water, fire, earth and air – will be at the heart of this fun and educational festival. In the program, you will have access to creative and scientific workshops, the discovery of crafts, nature outings and guided tours along with festive activities (concerts, shows, sports activities, fireworks…)

Alta Lumina - things to do in Les Gets in summer

HIDDEN (as can’t book yet) Alta Lumina

Continuous opening from 23 June 2023

This is an unmissable experience in Les Gets! Alta Lumina is a magical one-kilometre walk through the forest at night, where you can follow the story of the music maker. This immersive experience combines music and lights to bring the forest to life. It’s a self-guided walk and you can get involved in helping the music maker on his journey. Pre-opening weekends are scheduled for 28-30 April, 5-7 May, 18-20 May, 26-28 May and 9-10 June, before continuous opening on 23 June 2023.

Visit Alta Lumina website

Bastille Day Celebrations

14 July 2024

Don your most glamorous vintage attire to celebrate France’s national day in style. The residents of Les Gets celebrate this national holiday with as much enthusiasm as the rest of the country. Expect a stunning fireworks display starting around 22:00 local time.

Tour de France - what's on this summer in Les Gets Morzine

Le Tour de France

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The World’s biggest road race will be visiting Morzine again in 2024. Morzine will likely see the finish of one of the major mountain climbing stages of Le Tour du France on a date TBC. With the Le Tour expected to depart Les Gets the next morning. There’ll be a real buzz in the village that you’re bound to get swept up in!

Visit Tour de France official website

HIDDEN until confirmed – Trail of Les Gets

22-23 July 2023

The Trail of Les Gets is the ideal opportunity to push yourself to the limit in a race while discovering the beauty of Les Gets. Find mountain pasture crossings, ridge paths with a view of the Mont Blanc and paths in the undergrowth. The various events of this 100% trail weekend will be held in a wild, unspoilt and iconic setting of Les Gets, on the slopes of Mont Chéry, and around the mythical Roc d’Enfer.

Summer Lounge Music Festival

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Immerse yourself in Les Gets’ chilled-out vibe at the Summer Lounge Music Festival this August. The week-long event showcases an eclectic range of music from blues and funk to pop and jazz during a series of free open-air concerts around the resort, as well as a live sunset over Mont Blanc from the top of Mont Chéry.

UGI Mountain Bike World Championships in Les Gets - what's on in summer, things to do, event

HIDDEN until confirmed- Mountain Bike World Cup 2023

6-17 September 2023

From 6 to 17 September 2023, the resorts of Les Gets, Morzine and Châtel will host the biggest mountain bike event of the season, bringing together all mountain bike formats for the first time in the history of the Mountain Bike World Cup. This major sporting event will attract the best mountain bike riders from around the world to compete.

Visit UCI Mountain-Bike World Series website

HIDDEN until confirmed – Les Gets Golf Club

10 June – 8 October 2023

This 18-hole golf course offers exceptional panoramas facing Mont Blanc and is suitable for both experienced and amateur players. At the heart of the Portes du Soleil, the golf course follows the natural movements of the mountains: each hole was named after a neighbouring mountain.

Visit Les Gets Golf Club website

* Events subject to cancellation and date changes.