For the weekend of February 28 and March 1, 2026, Haute-Savoie offers a program rich in festivities, sporting events, and cultural activities. Here is a small selection of events and activities not to be missed:
All weekend
Venetian Carnival of Annecy 2026
The Venetian Carnival of Annecy returns for its 29th edition from Friday, February 27 to Sunday, March 1, 2026. For three days, the “Venice of the Alps” finally lives up to its name, turning into an open-air theater where elegance, silence, and mystery reign supreme.
On the program:
- Friday, February 27, 2026:
- 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm: Evening stroll. The magic happens as night falls. The masks wander under the arcades and lanterns of the Old Town. It’s the ideal moment to capture photos with a soft and mysterious ambiance.
- Saturday, February 28, 2026:
- 10:00 am – 6:00 pm: Free roaming of participants through the iconic sites of Annecy: canals, bridges, the Gardens of Europe, and the lake shores.
- 2:00 pm: Parade in the Old Town for registered masks along an iconic route.
Visitors will have the chance to admire the costumes, interact with the masqueraders, and capture spectacular photos.
- Sunday, March 1, 2026
- 10:00 am – 5:00 pm: Last day of free strolling of masks throughout the old town and its surroundings, offering a peaceful and refined atmosphere.
It’s the perfect opportunity to extend the magic, wander through the medieval alleys, and fully soak up the Venetian atmosphere.
- 10:00 am – 5:00 pm: Last day of free strolling of masks throughout the old town and its surroundings, offering a peaceful and refined atmosphere.
Information and full program: Venetian Carnival of Annecy 2026
Bordeaux and New Aquitaine Wine Fair – Publier
Dive into the heart of the Publier Wine Fair: meet passionate independent winemakers, taste authentic wines, explore a wide variety of terroirs, and share a friendly moment dedicated to pleasure and discovery.
73 winemakers from Bordeaux and Nouvelle-Aquitaine welcome you in Publier to help you discover and taste their wines! 75 appellations representing the full diversity of the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region can be found at the fair. So many personalities, terroirs, diversity, and flavors to savor!
Find many stands offering local products such as foie gras, olive oil, olives, tapenade, Pyrenean cheeses, Espelette pepper, snails, oysters, smoked fish, and fish rillettes…
- Opening days and hours:
- Friday, February 27, 11am – 9pm
- Saturday, February 28, 10am – 8pm
- Sunday, March 1, 10am – 7pm
- Monday, March 2, 10am – 4pm
- Location: Cité de l’Eau – 225 Rue des Tilleuls 74500 Publier
- Catering: Sampling plates at side stalls (foie gras, Pyrenean cheese, snails, oysters, …)
- Free shuttles: On Saturday and Sunday, free shuttles transport visitors to the Wine Fair from the Evian-les-Bains dock
- Discovery tastings: Daily free sessions open to all! Discover the art and secrets of tasting with a Bordeaux oenologist. A tasting glass with the Independent Winemaker logo is offered to each visitor!
- More information: click here
Friday, February 27
Venetian Carnival of Annecy 2026
The Venetian Carnival of Annecy returns for its 29th edition from Friday, February 27 to Sunday, March 1, 2026. For three days, the « Venice of the Alps » finally lives up to its name, turning into an open-air theater where elegance, silence, and mystery reign supreme.
On the program:
- Friday, February 27, 2026:
- 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm: Evening stroll. The magic happens as night falls. The masks wander under the arcades and lanterns of the Old Town. It’s the ideal moment to capture photos with a soft and mysterious ambiance.
- Saturday, February 28, 2026:
- 10:00 am – 6:00 pm: Free roaming of participants through the iconic sites of Annecy: canals, bridges, the Gardens of Europe, and the lake shores.
- 2:00 pm: Parade in the Old Town for registered masks along an iconic route.
Visitors will have the chance to admire the costumes, interact with the masqueraders, and capture spectacular photos.
- Sunday, March 1, 2026:
- 10:00 am – 5:00 pm: Last day of free strolling of masks throughout the old town and its surroundings, offering a peaceful and refined atmosphere.
It’s the perfect opportunity to extend the magic, wander through the medieval alleys, and fully soak up the Venetian atmosphere.
- 10:00 am – 5:00 pm: Last day of free strolling of masks throughout the old town and its surroundings, offering a peaceful and refined atmosphere.
Agy White Trail – Saint-Sigismond
6th edition of the Agy White Trail: Eleven kilometers at twilight are on the menu for participants of this edition with an elevation gain of 320 meters. A night race on the beautiful snowy mantle of the Agy plateau. Friday, February 27, 2026 starting at 7pm. Fee: 25 €
Ice Hockey: Chamonix-Mont-Blanc – Angers Ducks
A Ligue Magnus championship match: the Chamonix Pioneers face the Angers Ducks.
- Time: Friday, February 27, 2026 at 8pm
- Location: Richard Bozon Sports Center – 214 Av. de la Plage – 74400 Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
- Reservation: booking
Saturday, February 28
Venetian Carnival of Annecy 2026
The Venetian Carnival of Annecy returns for its 29th edition from Friday, February 27 to Sunday, March 1, 2026. For three days, the « Venice of the Alps » finally lives up to its name, turning into an open-air theater where elegance, silence, and mystery reign supreme.
On the program:
- Saturday, February 28, 2026:
- 10:00 am – 6:00 pm: Free roaming of participants through the iconic sites of Annecy: canals, bridges, the Gardens of Europe, and the lake shores.
- 2:00 pm: Parade in the Old Town for registered masks along an iconic route.
Visitors will have the chance to admire the costumes, interact with the masqueraders, and capture spectacular photos.
- Sunday, March 1, 2026:
- 10:00 am – 5:00 pm: Last day of free strolling of masks throughout the old town and its surroundings, offering a peaceful and refined atmosphere.
It’s the perfect opportunity to extend the magic, wander through the medieval alleys, and fully soak up the Venetian atmosphere.
- 10:00 am – 5:00 pm: Last day of free strolling of masks throughout the old town and its surroundings, offering a peaceful and refined atmosphere.
Bike Exchange of the Annecy Bike Club – Annecy
Attention cyclists, families, and bargain lovers: the traditional bike exchange organized by the Annecy Bike Club returns on Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. An unmissable event to buy or sell bikes and accessories in a friendly and well-organized atmosphere.
On the program:
- Bike drop-off: from 7:30 am to 10:00 am
- Public sale: from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm
- Wide choice of city bikes, road bikes, mountain bikes, electric bikes, as well as children’s bikes. Accessories and equipment for all uses
Whether you are looking for a bike for daily commuting, sports outings, or to equip the little ones, this exchange is the ideal opportunity to find equipment at reasonable prices while giving bikes a second life.
Practical information:
- Hours: Saturday, February 28, 2026 from 7:30 am.
- Location: École de la plaine, 4 rue des Aravis, 74000 Annecy
“The Bronzés” Evening – Dingy-Saint-Clair
Magical atmosphere with groomed slopes and soft headlamp light.
Free shuttle from Thônes. Varied boards to share. Costume recommended.
So, swimsuit or overall? Choose your side!
- Time: Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 7:30 pm.
- Location: Salle des Fêtes, Route de la Blonnière, 74230 Dingy-Saint-Clair
- Fees: Adult: 10 €.
- online reservation
Carnival – Thorens-Glières
Prepare your best costumes and come celebrate!
From 1:30 pm, makeup time, then at 3:00 pm, the big parade in the village accompanied by the choir “La Voix en Chœur à Cœur.” The celebration will continue with the traditional burning of Monsieur Carnival.
A snack will be offered to children, with cakes prepared by parents, and a crêpe sale and refreshment stand will delight young and old alike. To finish, a sound system will make the children dance in the Associations Hall. A friendly, festive, and colorful moment to share with family… we expect many of you!
- Time: Saturday, February 28, 2026 from 1:30 pm.
- Location: 488 rue de la Javafonne, 74570 Thorens-Glières
Carnival – Marignier
Big carnival Saturday, February 28, 2026 from 1:30 pm in Marignier with a festive parade starting from the train station, followed by a giant tartiflette and a masked ball starting at 7:30 pm at the Animation Space. A friendly and colorful day for all. Info: Phone 04 50 34 54 68
Grand Carnival of Cruseilles
We are waiting for many of you to parade through Cruseilles to the rhythm of music, children, parents, grandparents, associations… You are all welcome! We count on you! Dressed up, of course!
Meet at 2:00 pm in the parking lot of the intercommunal sports complex. Come join us with your best costumes to parade through the town center to the rhythm of music and party.
Info: Phone: 04 50 32 10 33
Garage sales, flea markets, wardrobe clear-outs & exchanges in Haute-Savoie
The season of garage sales, exchanges, and other flea markets continues slowly in Haute-Savoie this February. Here are those happening this Saturday, February 28:
- Annecy: Monthly flea market. City center, Rue Sainte-Claire, 74000 Annecy. From 8:00 am to 6:00 pm
- Reignier-Ésery: Record fair – Le Poulpe – From 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
- Saint-Pierre-en-Faucigny: Spring exchange – Espace Armand Bouvard – 8:30 am to 3:00 pm.
To read: Garage sales, exchanges, flea markets & wardrobe clear-outs in Haute-Savoie in February 2026
Sunday, March 1
Venetian Carnival of Annecy 2026
The Venetian Carnival of Annecy returns for its 29th edition from Friday, February 27 to Sunday, March 1, 2026. For three days, the « Venice of the Alps » finally lives up to its name, turning into an open-air theater where elegance, silence, and mystery reign supreme.
On the program Sunday, March 1, 2026:
- 10:00 am – 5:00 pm: Last day of free strolling of masks throughout the old town and its surroundings, offering a peaceful and refined atmosphere.
It’s the perfect opportunity to extend the magic, wander through the medieval alleys, and fully soak up the Venetian atmosphere.
Carnival of Cluses
The Cluses Carnival returns this year, promising a day full of colors and festivities for young and old.
- Time: Sunday, March 1, 2026 from 2:00 pm.
- Location: Parvis des Esserts, 36 rue du Marcelly, 74300 Cluses
Garage sales, flea markets, wardrobe clear-outs & exchanges in Haute-Savoie
The season of garage sales, exchanges, and other flea markets continues slowly in Haute-Savoie at the beginning of the year. Here are those happening this Sunday, March 1:
- Cranves-Sales: Large baby and toddler fair. Sunday, March 1 will see the 29th edition of the large baby fair organized by the association “La Boîte à Doudous”. There will be large and small childcare items (strollers, high chairs, beds, playpens, bath chairs…), clothes from birth to 12 years, maternity clothes, books, bedding, toys, shoes… 49, rue du clos des Mésanges, Cranves-Sales. From 8am to 1pm
- La Roche-sur-Foron: APEL Notre Dame Le Buisson garage sale. The parents’ association (APEL) organizes its garage sale at the Sainte-Marie college gymnasium in La Roche-sur-Foron, from 8am to 5pm. A great opportunity to make good deals or clear your cupboards in a good mood!
- Refreshment stands and light meals on site to enjoy this day. From 8am to 5pm, at the Sainte Marie college Gymnasium, Avenue Jean Jaurès – Haute-Savoie, La Roche-sur-Foron
- Sciez: large wardrobe clear-out. Multi-sport hall in Sciez. From 9am to 5pm.
To read: Garage sales, exchanges, flea markets & wardrobe clear-outs in Haute-Savoie in March 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
