For the weekend of April 18 and 19, 2026, Haute-Savoie offers a program full of festivities, sporting events, and cultural activities. Here is a small selection of events and activities not to be missed :
All weekend
Annecy Marathon 2026
The Annecy International Lake Marathon returns for an epic 2026 edition on the weekend of April 18 and 19, offering one of Europe’s most spectacular race settings between crystalline waters and snowy peaks. The highlight of the event will take place on Sunday, April 19 with the flagship Marathon race, renowned for its flat and fast course, ideal for personal records, as well as the famous Half Marathon.
The festivities will begin on Saturday, April 18, a day dedicated to friendliness and accessibility with 5 km and 10 km races, perfect for sprinters or leisure runners, not forgetting the youth races that make the Pâquier vibrate. Whether you are a seasoned athlete or a casual runner, this sporty weekend is a unique invitation to cross heritage-listed landscapes, carried by the energy of thousands of spectators and the purity of the alpine air.
Learn all about the Annecy International Marathon 2026
Wine and Local Products Fair – Mieussy / Sommand
Gastronomy weekend! At the invitation of the Mieussy-Sommand alpine ski club and the competitors’ parents, producers meet for 2 days dedicated to gastronomy and local products.
You will be able to discover and taste wines from Burgundy, Bordeaux, Alsace, or for example the Loire Valley, enjoy a good confit or a slice of foie gras! Catering is available on site.
Practical information:
- Hours: From Saturday 18 to Sunday 19 April 2026, from 10:30 am to 6 pm.
- Location: Gare socio-cultural hall – Mieussy
Nature Film Festival 2026 – Saint-Gervais-les-Bains
The Nature Film Festival 2026 settles in Saint-Gervais-les-Bains from Thursday, April 16 to Sunday, April 19 for a new edition under the sign of escape and environmental awareness.
For several days, the public will be able to discover a selection of captivating documentaries dedicated to wild landscapes, wildlife, and great expeditions around the world. Screenings, meetings with directors, and discussions about ecological issues will enrich the experience.
In the exceptional setting of Mont-Blanc, this event is a highlight for all nature and image lovers.
See all information about the Nature Film Festival 2026 in Saint-Gervais-les-Bains
Friday, April 17
Nature Film Festival 2026 – Saint-Gervais-les-Bains
The Nature Film Festival 2026 settles in Saint-Gervais-les-Bains from Thursday, April 16 to Sunday, April 19 for a new edition under the sign of escape and environmental awareness.
For several days, the public will be able to discover a selection of captivating documentaries dedicated to wild landscapes, wildlife, and great expeditions around the world. Screenings, meetings with directors, and discussions about ecological issues will enrich the experience.
In the exceptional setting of Mont-Blanc, this event is a highlight for all nature and image lovers.
See all information about the Nature Film Festival 2026 in Saint-Gervais-les-Bains
Saturday, April 18
Défi Foly – La Clusaz
Since 1987, this spectacular and completely crazy event gathers one hundred and fifty participants and several thousand spectators in the magnificent setting of the Lac des Confins. The objective is to cross Lac des Confins.
If you don’t know it, you’re missing out! So there’s no way this edition will happen without you. Weather permitting, come and admire this superb original Waterslide competition (it is even said to be the largest in the world!), which draws people from all over France.
On the program:
- Saturday, April 18, 2026:
- 2 pm → 4:30 pm — Waterslide introduction open to all with the Snowboard Family around the lake
- 6 pm – Défi Foly Before Party / Chapiteau des Confins
- Dress code: 1986, go back in time, bring out retro looks
- Catering by Lake Montagne
- 7 pm – Screening of the 40th anniversary film
- 8 pm – Giant birthday cake offered to all
- 9 pm – Live concert
- 10:30 pm – DJ Set Tabane
- 2 am – End
- Sunday, April 19, 2026 – The Water Show :
- 8 am – Competition secretariat opens
- 9 am – 2 pm – Qualifications
- 10 am – 4 pm – Non-stop activities
- Children’s sled track
- Snowpark zone
- Participatory 40th anniversary mural
- 2 pm – Screening of the 40th anniversary film
- 2:30 pm – Waterslide grand finale
- 3:30 pm – OGNIS Challenge17H – Podium
- 6 pm – Défi Foly After Party / Chapiteau des Confins
- DJ set by Ted from Radio Meuh
- Food by Lake Montagne
- 1 am – End
Practical information:
- Hours: Saturday, April 18 from 2 pm to 2 am, and Sunday, April 19 from 8 am to 1 am
- Location: Lac des Confins – La Clusaz
Concert: Calogero – Publier Cité de l’eau
Calogero returns in a new, more intimate version of his journey, revisiting his most iconic songs. Face à la mer, En apesanteur, Yalla, Juste une chanson, C’est dit, On fait comme si, Aussi libre que moi…, so many hits, memorable songs, and many more, that have accompanied, guided, and inspired us for 25 years.
Calogero is going on tour again this year. After touring Zeniths, Arenas, and other festivals, he favors slightly more intimate stages to revisit his journey, his life, moments shared with the audience, with a selection of “chosen tracks” from his repertoire presented in unreleased versions. A concert wrapped in the most beautiful shades, between flamboyance and naturalness.
Concert organized by the Maison des Arts du Léman in Publier. Cité de l’Eau Salle Olympe
- Time: Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 8:30 pm
- Location: Salle Olympe – Cité de l’eau – 350 Route du Vieux Mottay – 74500 Publier
- Reservation: online ticketing
Annecy Marathon 2026
The Annecy International Lake Marathon returns for an epic 2026 edition on the weekend of April 18 and 19, offering one of Europe’s most spectacular race settings between crystalline waters and snowy peaks. The highlight of the event will take place on Sunday, April 19 with the flagship Marathon race, renowned for its flat and fast course, ideal for personal records, as well as the famous Half Marathon.
The festivities will begin on Saturday, April 18, a day dedicated to friendliness and accessibility with 5 km and 10 km races, perfect for sprinters or leisure runners, not forgetting the youth races that make the Pâquier vibrate. Whether you are a seasoned athlete or a casual runner, this sporty weekend is a unique invitation to cross heritage-listed landscapes, carried by the energy of thousands of spectators and the purity of the alpine air.
Learn all about the Annecy International Marathon 2026
Spring Fair – Viuz en Sallaz
Come celebrate the arrival of spring at the traditional Spring Fair of Viuz en Sallaz!
Throughout the day’s program:
- Flea market & Garage sale
- Crafts and gastronomy
- Savoyard meal at noon (Diot / Crozets)
- Refreshments and catering all day
- Many activities for young and old (free)
- Grand raffle: 1 parachute jump from a helicopter offered by Yaute Skydive (value: €649)
A friendly, festive, and gourmet day to share with family or friends.
Practical info:
- Location: Viuz-en-Sallaz – Village square
- Hours: From 8 am to 6 pm
- Price: Free entry – guaranteed atmosphere!
Wine and Local Products Fair – Mieussy / Sommand
Gastronomy weekend! At the invitation of the Mieussy-Sommand alpine ski club and the competitors’ parents, producers meet for 2 days dedicated to gastronomy and local products.
You will be able to discover and taste wines from Burgundy, Bordeaux, Alsace, or for example the Loire Valley, enjoy a good confit or a slice of foie gras! Catering is available on site.
Practical information:
- Hours: From Saturday 18 to Sunday 19 April 2026, from 10:30 am to 6 pm.
- Location: Gare socio-cultural hall – Mieussy
Flea markets, garage sales, wardrobe sales & fairs in Haute-Savoie
The season for flea markets, fairs and other garage sales is slowly picking up again in Haute-Savoie this early April. Here are those for Saturday, April 18:
- no events reported.
Read: Flea markets, fairs, garage sales & wardrobe sales in Haute-Savoie in April 2026
Sunday, April 19
Reyvroz Trail
On Sunday, April 19, the Reyvroz festival committee organizes the 4th edition of the Reyvroz Trail, a nature event held exclusively on trails, away from paved roads.
Several routes are offered to satisfy all profiles. Trail enthusiasts can compete in the Grand Reyv’, a demanding 18 km race with 1,250 meters of positive elevation gain, or choose the Petit Reyv’, 10 km long with 620 meters of elevation gain.
Walkers are not left out, with the Reyv’ Walk, an accessible route offering about 350 meters of elevation gain. Starts are scheduled from 9:30 am, with refreshment points along the routes to support participants.
Hauts-Forts Trophy – Avoriaz
On Sunday, April 19, the associations La Daille and Histoire et Patrimoine celebrate the 30th edition of the Hauts-Forts Trophy, a must-attend ski touring event marking the end of the winter season.
For the occasion, three routes are offered to suit all levels. The short course offers 450 meters of elevation gain, the intermediate route reaches 1,028 meters, while the elite route, redesigned this year, now features 1,824 meters of elevation gain.
Beyond the sporting performance, this anniversary edition has a special dimension as it pays tribute to Arthur Richard and Vincent Buet, to whom the trophy is dedicated.
Sallanches Carnival
This year, the Sallanches Carnival, a major event in the Mont-Blanc region, will return on Sunday, April 19, 2026. As every year, a warm, festive, and dynamic atmosphere will animate the streets of Sallanches during the parade.
On the program: about twenty associations, more than 1000 participants expected, decorated floats, music and dance, confetti, and good cheer!
Meet at Place du Pré de Foire, starting at 1:30 pm. Immerse yourself in the carnival atmosphere: discover the participants and their flamboyant floats, vibe to the rhythm of musical animations, and enjoy the face painting and glitter tattoos stands freely accessible for young and old until 3 pm.
The parade departs at 2:30 pm. Let yourself be carried away by the carnival’s energy! The parade will guide you from the docks to Place Charles-Albert, then to Rue des Trois-Lacs… ending at the Cayenne gymnasium, the final point of a joyful and colorful parade.
As soon as the parade arrives at the Cayenne gymnasium, the party continues! Enjoy a friendly moment with:
- a refreshment bar and treats to regain strength
- a party animated by a DJ
- Bubble Football to have fun with friends
- balloon sculpture for young and old.
And don’t forget to stop by the photobooth to immortalize your costume and capture the one you dared to become during the carnival!
BUT ALSO
The “Cuicaracasse” workshop at the Rubins castle
Wednesday, April 15 at 10 am and 2 pm. Creation of small instruments including cuicas, to try to imitate certain animals or enliven the carnival! From 6 years old
- Duration: 1.5 hours
- Prices: separately. from €6.50
- Registration on site or online: https://www.billetweb.fr/pro/chateaudesrubins
TRAFFIC & PARKING
Attention, traffic difficulties (slowdowns and temporary vehicle stops) are expected in downtown Sallanches during the parade.
Parking is prohibited on the parade route on the day of the event; the organization invites the public to use surface parking lots (free on Sundays). Note that the Pré de Foire underground parking will be open Sunday, April 19, from 11 am to 6 pm (rates apply).
Raclette Tour 2026 with Chicandier – Saint Gingolph
The Raclette Tour 2026 stops in Saint Gingolph on April 19, 2026. Chicandier and the Festoyeurs come back to bring the heat with a giant raclette! A day of conviviality, unlimited raclette, and unforgettable memories.
- Hours: Sunday, April 19 from 11 am to 5 pm
- Location: Espaces Horizons Lémaniques – St-Gingolph
- Reservation: Yurplan
Défi Foly – La Clusaz
Since 1987, this spectacular and completely crazy event gathers one hundred and fifty participants and several thousand spectators in the magnificent setting of the Lac des Confins. The objective is to cross Lac des Confins.
If you don’t know it, you’re missing out! So there’s no way this edition will happen without you. Weather permitting, come and admire this superb original Waterslide competition (it is even said to be the largest in the world!), which draws people from all over France.
On the program:
- Saturday, April 18, 2026:
- 2 pm → 4:30 pm — Waterslide introduction open to all with the Snowboard Family around the lake
- 6 pm – Défi Foly Before Party / Chapiteau des Confins
- Dress code: 1986, go back in time, bring out retro looks
- Catering by Lake Montagne
- 7 pm – Screening of the 40th anniversary film
- 8 pm – Giant birthday cake offered to all
- 9 pm – Live concert
- 10:30 pm – DJ Set Tabane
- 2 am – End
- Sunday, April 19, 2026 – The Water Show :
- 8 am – Competition secretariat opens
- 9 am – 2 pm – Qualifications
- 10 am – 4 pm – Non-stop activities
- Children’s sled track
- Snowpark zone
- Participatory 40th anniversary mural
- 2 pm – Screening of the 40th anniversary film
- 2:30 pm – Waterslide grand finale
- 3:30 pm – OGNIS Challenge17H – Podium
- 6 pm – Défi Foly After Party / Chapiteau des Confins
- DJ set by Ted from Radio Meuh
- Food by Lake Montagne
- 1 am – End
Practical information:
- Hours: Saturday, April 18 from 2 pm to 2 am, and Sunday, April 19 from 8 am to 1 am
- Location: Lac des Confins – La Clusaz
Annecy Marathon 2026
The Annecy International Lake Marathon returns for an epic 2026 edition on the weekend of April 18 and 19, offering one of Europe’s most spectacular race settings between crystalline waters and snowy peaks. The highlight of the event will take place on Sunday, April 19 with the flagship Marathon race, renowned for its flat and fast course, ideal for personal records, as well as the famous Half Marathon.
The festivities will begin on Saturday, April 18, a day dedicated to friendliness and accessibility with 5 km and 10 km races, perfect for sprinters or leisure runners, not forgetting the youth races that make the Pâquier vibrate. Whether you are a seasoned athlete or a casual runner, this sporty weekend is a unique invitation to cross heritage-listed landscapes, carried by the energy of thousands of spectators and the purity of the alpine air.
Learn all about the Annecy International Marathon 2026
Wine and Local Products Fair – Mieussy / Sommand
Gastronomy weekend! At the invitation of the Mieussy-Sommand alpine ski club and the competitors’ parents, producers meet for 2 days dedicated to gastronomy and local products.
You will be able to discover and taste wines from Burgundy, Bordeaux, Alsace, or for example the Loire Valley, enjoy a good confit or a slice of foie gras! Catering is available on site.
Practical information:
- Hours: From Saturday 18 to Sunday 19 April 2026, from 10:30 am to 6 pm.
- Location: Gare socio-cultural hall – Mieussy
Flea markets, garage sales, wardrobe sales & fairs in Haute-Savoie
The season for flea markets, fairs and other garage sales is slowly picking up again in Haute-Savoie this April. Here are those for Sunday, April 19:
- Cluses : Flea market of the young firefighters section of Cluses. Parvis des Esserts – 36 rue du Marcelly – 74300 Cluses. From 8 am to 5 pm. Refreshment bar and small catering on site!
- Fillière : Flea market of Saint Martin-Bellevue. Multipurpose hall – 201 route des Écoles – 74370 Fillière. From 8 am to 5 pm. Refreshment bar and small catering.
- Saint-Gervais-les-Bains : Joël’s flea markets. Téléphérique le Châtelet parking lot – Routes du Bettex – 74170 Saint-Gervais-les-Bains. From 6 am to 5 pm
Read : Flea markets, fairs, garage sales & wardrobe sales in Haute-Savoie in April 2026
Markets of Haute-Savoie
Many markets take place throughout the week and weekend in the department, find the list here: Markets of Haute-Savoie
And always, open all year round to visit:
- The 10 must-see places to visit in Haute Savoie
- 7-day road trip to visit Haute-Savoie
- Lake Annecy
- What to visit in Annecy
- The most beautiful viewpoints over Lake Annecy
- Lake Léman
- Top 15 unusual and must-see places to visit around Lake Léman
Article mis à jour le 20 April 2026
