For the weekend of February 21 and 22, 2026, Haute-Savoie offers a rich program, including carnival festivities in Evian les Bains, sporting events, and cultural activities. Here is a small selection of events and activities not to be missed:
All weekend
30th Wine and Regional Products Fair – Cruseilles
65 exhibitors from all over France will make you discover and taste quality products. Raffle with bottles to win and a wine cellar! On-site catering.
Practical information:
- Hours: From Saturday, February 21 to Sunday, February 22, 2026. Saturday: 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. – Sunday: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
- Location: Salle des Ebeaux – Cruseilles
- Prices: €3
Friday, February 20
Évian-les-Bains Carnival 2026
The traditional Évian-les-Bains Carnival returns on February 20 and 21, 2026 with renewed ambitions and an exceptionally rich parade of floats and animations.
Organized by the association Les Lez’Arts de la fête in partnership with the city, this festive event promises a colorful edition, marked by an increased presence of decorated floats, musical groups, and luminous animations in the streets of the city center.
Over two days, Évian will make its town center vibrate thanks to a full program:
- Friday, February 20
- 5:30 p.m.: Free distribution of glow sticks in front of the Palais des Festivités
- 6:30 p.m.: Light parade for the little ones, departure from the Palais des Festivités, round trip on rue Nationale, souvenir photo with your favorite heroes
- 8:00 p.m.: Opening ceremony and handing over the keys to the city, Palais des Festivités
- 8:30 p.m.: Dance bar, 80s night, Palais des Festivités
- Saturday, February 21
- 10:30 a.m.: Wake-up of Évian with music, city center – cacophony in front of the Palais des Festivités
- 2:00 p.m.: Presentation of güggens and batucadas
- 3:00 p.m.: Grand parade, departure from the Palais des Festivités, round trip on rue Nationale
- 5:00 p.m.: Burning of Mister Carnival in front of the Palais des Festivités, aperitif / güggens bar
- 8:00 p.m.: Dinner dance (meal + ball: €30 – tartiflette, salad, iced dessert, coffee), Palais des Festivités
- 9:30 p.m.: Costume ball with the grand Bernard Becker orchestra, Palais des Festivités
This 2026 edition is eagerly awaited by participants and inhabitants of the Lake Geneva basin, who should gather in large numbers to admire the creativity of the floats and the friendly atmosphere that characterize this popular winter carnival.
WinterRock Fest – Bonneville
True to its values, the association SeasonsRock invites you to discover regional bands scheduled alongside (inter)national headliners.
Animations, exhibitions, homemade catering and bar on-site: an event 100% supported by the volunteers of the SeasonsRock association, for a family (free for under 12s) and friendly experience.
On the program of this 10th edition of the WinterRock Fest :
- Friday, February 20, 2026, from 6:30 p.m.:
- Lofofora (French alternative metal)
- The Foxy Ladies (grunge-punk-metal)
- Buy Jupiter (extreme progressive metal)
- Eve’s Bite (hard rock/heavy metal)
- Saturday, February 21, 2026 from 6:30 p.m., rock-metal night:
- Sidilarsen (French metal)
- Fields of Næcluda (atmospheric rock-metal)
- Nøcide (hard/metalcore)
- Triglöth (metal)
Practical information:
- Hours: Friday, February 20 and Saturday, February 21, 2026, from 6:30 p.m.
- Location: Agora de Bonneville – 42 Avenue de la Gare – 74130 Bonneville
- Prices: Online reservation
Artistic Skating Show – Chamonix
In Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, the ice turns into a living stage for an artistic skating show where technical feats and pure emotion meet. The athletes of the local club invite the public to a refined pause, designed to charm young and old alike.
Set up at the Richard-Bozon Ice Rink, the performance takes the spectators on a choreographic journey inspired by world cultures. Mastered figures, immersive soundtracks, and luminous scenography dress the ice with an almost magical atmosphere, giving each tableau a particular intensity.
Beyond the sporting performance, this evening celebrates the work and creativity of Chamonix skaters. An ideal outing to share a warm and festive moment in the heart of the Alpine winter.
Practical information:
- Hours: Friday, February 20, 2026 from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m.
- Location: Centre Sportif Richard Bozon – 214 Av. de la Plage – 74400 Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
- Prices: Adult €8, under 12 years: €5. Free under 3 years
The Apéro Syndrome – Annecy
Have you ever tried to get out of a lie? No, a big lie? Not easy! Especially when your best friend is involved and your career is at stake! During this apéro, Marc will use all his imagination (and bad faith) to try to cover up his deception. Will he succeed without any consequences?
Come discover the new family comedy from Théâtre du coq! 1h25 of guaranteed laughter!
Practical information:
- Hours: Friday, February 20, 2026 at 8 p.m.
- Location: 12 rue de la République, 74000 Annecy
- Prices: booking here
Saturday, February 21
“World of Sommand” Fondue Championship – Mieussy
A gourmet, friendly, and truly original event! The Mieussy festival committee, in collaboration with the Fruitière des Hauts-Fleury, the Mont and Praz de Lys Sommand Tourism cellars, is launching a big fondue contest… in teams!
The public is invited to taste, compare, and elect the best fondue of the “World of Sommand.” Participants will have to complete two challenges: an imposed fondue, like a culinary challenge, then a free version to let their creativity speak.
Throughout the day, tastings and musical ambiance will punctuate the competition. On site, light catering will extend the pleasure: plates of cold cuts and cheeses, not forgetting the famous hot fondue!
An event apart, where festive spirit, local products, and passion for local know-how come together to create a warm and authentic atmosphere.
Practical information:
- Hours: Saturday, February 21, 2026 from 7 p.m.
- Location: Salle socio-culturelle de la Gare – Place de la Gare – 74440 Mieussy
- Prices: €5. The price includes entry to the World of Sommand Fondue Championship and to the fondue evening.
Évian-les-Bains Carnival 2026
The traditional Évian-les-Bains Carnival returns on February 20 and 21, 2026 with renewed ambitions and an exceptionally rich parade of floats and animations.
Organized by the association Les Lez’Arts de la fête in partnership with the city, this festive event promises a colorful edition, marked by an increased presence of decorated floats, musical groups, and luminous animations in the streets of the city center.
Over two days, Évian will make its town center vibrate thanks to a full program:
- Friday, February 20
- 5:30 p.m.: Free distribution of glow sticks in front of the Palais des Festivités
- 6:30 p.m.: Light parade for the little ones, departure from the Palais des Festivités, round trip on rue Nationale, souvenir photo with your favorite heroes
- 8:00 p.m.: Opening ceremony and handing over the keys to the city, Palais des Festivités
- 8:30 p.m.: Dance bar, 80s night, Palais des Festivités
- Saturday, February 21
- 10:30 a.m.: Wake-up of Évian with music, city center – cacophony in front of the Palais des Festivités
- 2:00 p.m.: Presentation of güggens and batucadas
- 3:00 p.m.: Grand parade, departure from the Palais des Festivités, round trip on rue Nationale
- 5:00 p.m.: Burning of Mister Carnival in front of the Palais des Festivités, aperitif / güggens bar
- 8:00 p.m.: Dinner dance (meal + ball: €30 – tartiflette, salad, iced dessert, coffee), Palais des Festivités
- 9:30 p.m.: Costume ball with the grand Bernard Becker orchestra, Palais des Festivités
This 2026 edition is eagerly awaited by participants and inhabitants of the Lake Geneva basin, who should gather in large numbers to admire the creativity of the floats and the friendly atmosphere that characterize this popular winter carnival.
WinterRock Fest – Bonneville
True to its values, the association SeasonsRock invites you to discover regional bands scheduled alongside (inter)national headliners.
Animations, exhibitions, homemade catering and bar on-site: an event 100% supported by the volunteers of the SeasonsRock association, for a family (free for under 12s) and friendly experience.
On the program of this 10th edition of the WinterRock Fest:
- Friday, February 20, 2026, from 6:30 p.m.:
- Lofofora (French alternative metal)
- The Foxy Ladies (grunge-punk-metal)
- Buy Jupiter (extreme progressive metal)
- Eve’s Bite (hard rock/heavy metal)
- Saturday, February 21, 2026 from 6:30 p.m., rock-metal night:
- Sidilarsen (French metal)
- Fields of Næcluda (atmospheric rock-metal)
- Nøcide (hard/metalcore)
- Triglöth (metal)
Practical information:
- Hours: Friday, February 20 and Saturday, February 21, 2026, from 6:30 p.m.
- Location: Agora de Bonneville – 42 Avenue de la Gare – 74130 Bonneville
- Prices: Online reservation
30th Wine and Regional Products Fair – Cruseilles
65 exhibitors from all over France will make you discover and taste quality products. Raffle with bottles to win and a wine cellar! On-site catering.
Practical information:
- Hours: From Saturday, February 21 to Sunday, February 22, 2026. Saturday: 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. – Sunday: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
- Location: Salle des Ebeaux – Cruseilles
- Prices: €3
Ice Hockey: Chamonix – Cergy
Magnus League Ice Hockey Championship match: The Pioneers of Chamonix face the Jokers of Cergy.
- Hours: Saturday, February 21, 2026 from 8 p.m.
- Location: Richard Bozon Sports Center Ice Rink – Chamonix
- Reservation: reservation
Ice Hockey: Morzine – Tours
D1 Championship Match: The Penguins of Morzine Avoriaz face Tours.
- Hours: Saturday, February 21, 2026 from 8:30 p.m.
- Location: Morzine-Avoriaz Ice Rink – 502 route du Palais des Sports – 74110 Morzine
- Reservation: reservation
Garage sales, flea markets, clothing swaps & sales in Haute-Savoie
The season for garage sales, fairs, and other flea markets slowly resumes in Haute-Savoie for this month of February. Here are those for Saturday, February 21:
- Annecy : Clothing swap Piou-Piou – Art by Friends – 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
To read: Garage sales, fairs, flea markets & clothing swaps in Haute-Savoie in February 2026
Sunday, February 22
30th Wine and Regional Products Fair – Cruseilles
65 exhibitors from all over France will make you discover and taste quality products. Raffle with bottles to win and a wine cellar! On-site catering.
Practical information:
- Hours: From Saturday, February 21 to Sunday, February 22, 2026. Saturday: 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. – Sunday: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
- Location: Salle des Ebeaux – Cruseilles
- Prices: €3
Garage sales, flea markets, clothing swaps & sales in Haute-Savoie
The season for garage sales, fairs, and other flea markets slowly resumes in Haute-Savoie at the beginning of the year. Here are those for Sunday, February 22:
- Seyssel : Flea market l’Ile aux trésors – South Ile industrial zone – 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
To read: Garage sales, fairs, flea markets & clothing swaps in Haute-Savoie in February 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, to visit all year round:
- 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 on Lake Annecy
- Lake Geneva
- Top 15 unusual and must-see places to visit around Lake Geneva
Article mis à jour le 12 April 2026
