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What’s on this winter in Les Gets
Do you want to know what’s on this winter in Les Gets? From weekly torchlit descents weaving down the mountain to meeting Father Christmas in the village, here is a list of the events you need to know about!
What’s on this winter in Les Gets
Father Christmas lives in Les Gets
Les Gets
23-24 December 2024
Father Christmas is once again visiting Les Gets this festive season as he takes up residence in the village centre. Discover the must-see sites visited by Father Christmas and his elves including the gift factory, enchanter’s house and more.
For more information, head to page 17 of the Les Gets 2023-24 winter press pack
© Les Gets Tourist Board
World Junior Alpine Skiing Championships
Les Portes du Soleil
27 January – 3 February 2024
The Portes du Soleil ski area is to host a major
event this winter, the world’s fourth-biggest skiing competition involving 6 disciplines and 45 nations. The races will take place in the resorts of Châtel, Les Gets, Morzine, Avoriaz and Saint Jean d’Aulps, an ambitious format and a first for this region set to become the stage of sporting excellence for 7 whole
days.
© Valentin Ducrettet- Les Gets Tourist Board
Fireworks display
Morzine and Les Gets
Every week in February
There will be firework displays in the villages of Morzine and Les Gets over the course of February, specific dates set to be confirmed.
To check if this season’s dates have been announced:
Les Gets Tourist Board website
© Morzine Tourist Board
FFC French Snow Bike Championships
Les Gets
3 & 4 February 2024
Watch the best French mountain bike riders on snow at this event, which focuses on a fun and spectacular new discipline of riding a bike on snow inspired by downhill skiing.
© Les Gets – Morzine Tourist Board
Rock the Pistes Festival
Les Portes du Soleil
17-24 March 2024
Can you imagine a more perfect setting for a festival than the slopes of the Portes du Soleil ski area? Well, each March, Rock the Pistes arrives in the area and offers exactly that! Holidaymakers are invited to use their snow boots as dancing shoes and enjoy incredible live music in a spectacular setting. Even better, the gigs are free, you just need to purchase a lift pass to reach the venue. The past line-up for Rock The Pistes has included Rag ‘n’ Bone Man, Klaxons and Babyshambles.
Rock the Pistes website
© Rock the Pistes
Champion’s Ski Race
Les Portes du Soleil
1 April 2024
End the season on a high with the Portes Du Soleil champion’s ski race. Taking place on the Nyon plateau, this large ski race invites kids from ski schools, clubs or simply on holiday, to ski under the supervision of some of the very best skiers from the Portes Du Soleil area. Children will get the chance to meet, chat, get autographs and be inspired to continue on their skiing journeys!
© Morzine Tourist Board
* Events subject to cancellation and date changes. Check with the Les Gets Tourist Board for up-to-date information.
