ICE SKATING SHOW

La Clusaz Ice Rink

To kick off the Pestacles du Père-Noël, the Figure Skating section of the Club des Sports de La Clusaz invites you to its traditional ice skating show. Costumes, music, rhythm—all the ingredients will be there for a wonderful evening on the ice!

WINTER TIPI

Church Square

Dive into the magic of the Winter Tipi! From 4 PM to 7 PM, join the people of La Clusaz for a cozy winter gathering in support of the village school and harmony. On the agenda: daily entertainment, mulled wine, tasty treats, and the warm, welcoming atmosphere we all love in the mountains.

SANTA CLAUS ARRIVAL

Church Square

Every year, La Clusaz reinvents the arrival of Santa Claus. This carefully prepared and closely guarded surprise will only be revealed on the big night! So, gather at the Church Square to experience together the magical and enchanting arrival of the one that children and adults alike eagerly await!

CHRISTMAS MASSES & LIVING NATIVITY

Masses at 7 PM and 9 PM at Ste Foy Church

Living Nativity at 8 PM on the Church Square

Celebrate Christmas at the church, followed by a living tableau brought to life by the La Clusaz Folk Group, ‘Lou Socali’.

ARTISTIC STROLLING PERFORMANCES

LES CRACOTTES

At the heart of the Pestacles, discover this wild troupe every day. From the Three Wise Men to the Postmen and the Kroenderthals Men, enjoy colorful strolling performances night after night. The Zimanège, an eco-friendly merry-go-round powered by parents, will have the grown-ups pedaling to entertain the little ones, all to the sound of music and good cheer!

THE CROBAMATON

By T. Agnellet

Inspired by the photo booth, the Crobamaton doesn’t take photos—it creates little drawings! Invented by a mad scientist, this rickety machine is made from recycled materials and features a multitude of creaking, swinging, and blinking mechanisms… In short, there’s never a dull moment!

CHRISTMAS TIME

By Teatro per caso

Let yourself be enchanted by this poetic strolling performance where magic fills the streets: fantastical creatures, luminous characters, and stilt-walking artists sweep you away in a whirlwind of fairy-tale wonder and light. A magical journey for young and old, capturing the true spirit of Christmas!

THE BIRDS

By Cie du Caramantran

Professor Ambroise Pinson, a stubborn migratory ornithologist, arrives in town. Equipped with his finest bird calls, he alone understands the language of birds. An expert in chirps, tweets, and warbles, he’s on the lookout for the slightest feather. The storm rumbles, but tropical rains don’t scare the birds of paradise. So, step out of your cages, come along, and follow them.

THE LIVING SNOW GLOBE

By Covent Garden Entertainment

Timeless and magical, the Snow Queen glides within her snow globe. She enchants and fascinates guests of all ages. Gracefully moving through events, she creates her own magic—and with it, unforgettable memories. To top it all off, a simple press of a magical button fills her entire world with a spectacular snowstorm.

ARTISTIC STROLLING PERFORMANCES

LES CRACOTTES

THE CROBAMATON

By T. Agnellet

FLAMINGOS

By Teatro per Caso

Playful creatures weave light dances and graceful gestures as they stroll through the streets. They appear suddenly, sparking curiosity, inspiring smiles, and spreading good cheer wherever they go. With their luminous costumes and poetic movements, they create a suspended moment where grace, joy, and the magic of the moment blend together.

LA CYMBALOBYLETTE

By Cie Dynamogène

Two artist-workers from Dynamogène Studios, on official union delegation, present ‘La Cymbalobylette,’ a hybrid musical machine whose utilitarian aesthetic is wildly inspired by the agricultural machinery of the Roaring Twenties.

MARGOUILLATS SUNRISE

By Cie du Caramantran

Fill your shaker completely with crushed ice. Add three carefree geckos, a pinch of joie de vivre, and a twist of lime. Mix in the sweet scent of the islands, a sunset, and a magnolia flower. Sprinkle with laughter and vanilla-tinged gaiety. Shake to the swaying rhythm of a passionate cumbia. Enjoy!

ARTISTIC STROLLING PERFORMANCES

LES CRACOTTES

THE CROBAMATON

By T. Agnellet

POOM CHA!

By Galiro

POOM CHA! is a musical show that is fun, entertaining, extravagant, lively, cool, eccentric, wild, colorful, charming, unique, irreverent, original… and so much more! The show features an eccentric character, the orchestra he carries on his back, a handful of musical classics from the last 100 years, and all you have to do is dance!

CELESTE

By Cie Inko Nito

Céleste was born from that mysterious elsewhere that we all carry within us, toward which we journey at our own pace. Like a star in the night, she lights our way—one for each of us. Whether recipient or messenger, she comes to meet us, makes contact, and takes us to heart…

LE ROTOCLOCHE

By Cie Dynamogène

Two artist-workers from Ets Dynamogène, on official union delegation, present ‘Le Rotocloche.’ Certified technical banter and revolutionary melodies! An acoustic concert and a popular dance, depending on the workers’ mood!

L’ÉCHO DES ARAVIS

Ste Foy Church

As tradition dictates, the La Clusaz Harmony Orchestra, L’Écho des Aravis, invites you to its Christmas concert. At Ste Foy Church, at 9 PM, come and enjoy a simple, heartfelt musical moment.

ARTISTIC STROLLING PERFORMANCES

LES CRACOTTES

THE LION

By Cie Machtiern

A lion made of metal and light, as grand as a dream, roams the public space. This giant puppet blends mechanical art and raw poetry. Its breath resonates, its movements fascinate, and its presence captivates all eyes. The audience follows its steps, marvels, laughs, and is amazed. With each appearance, The Lion transforms the street into a living theater.

THE DODOS

By Cie Ekart

Riding on the backs of dodos, this expedition travels through towns and villages in search of new tribes. Curious and clumsy, they want to know everything about you: your rituals, customs, eating habits, political leanings, etc. The great census has begun, and together, they will push back the boundaries of science…

LOK’AIRLINES

By Cie Baraque à Plume

Fearless airline pilots, daredevil stewards, intrepid flight attendants, and dazzling ground crew… The entire crew of Lok Airlines is here to serve you aboard their planes, which are as well-appointed as they are… wobbly! They want to leave the aerodrome, but will they manage to take off from the runway?!

ARTISTIC STROLLING PERFORMANCES

LES CRACOTTES

LES AQUAMENS

By Cie Machtiern

Isolated from the world, their minds elsewhere… An absurd, poetic, and bewildering image: two men with their heads trapped in a fishbowl where goldfish swim. What would your ability to connect with others be if barriers stood in your way?

THE PEOPLE OF LIGHT

By Cie Zappar

It is said that the People of Light appear between day and night, at the shift from light to darkness. Like a lighthouse guiding the way, the People of Light extend the day. Spirits of venerable Alpine animals, the People of Light bring together an enchanted bestiary: the wolf and the fox, the ibex and the deer, the owl and the golden eagle.

THE KARRIOLE

By Cie Zykatok

Four musician-characters perched on a UFO (Unidentified Rolling Object) nicknamed ‘The Karriole’ roll along, unfurling their joyful music with humor and poetry. ‘The Karriole’ was born from their love of music and their skill in working with wood and metal.

NEW YEAR’S SKI SHOW

Champ Giguet

For one special evening, the instructors of the French Ski School of La Clusaz become artists. They take center stage, showcasing their talents in a spectacular ski show, followed by a grand fireworks display. To warm the hearts and hands of everyone, mulled wine and hot chocolate will be offered to the whole family!

CONCERT

MELI MÔMES

And That’s Not All!

Les Méli Mômes dive headfirst into the world of children who are starting to grow up: ‘It doesn’t hurt,’ ‘I’m not scared,’ ‘It’s not true,’ how babies are made, visits to the dentist, cuddles, the school playground, car trips, vegetables… Enough to make the whole family rock!

CREATIVE WORKSHOP

LES BAMBINS DES BOIS

In this outdoor workshop, everyone is invited to become an apprentice carpenter. Using adapted machines, both children and adults bring their own wooden figurine to life. We saw, we sand, we assemble… and above all, we imagine. A fun, hands-on, and enriching activity that combines the joy of creating with the discovery of woodworking leaving with your creation in hand and stars in your eyes.