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 ” truly lives up to its name, transforming into an open-air theater where elegance, silence, and mystery reign supreme.
On the program:
- Friday, February 27, 2026:
- 5:30 pm – 8 pm : Evening stroll. The magic begins at nightfall. Masks wander under the arcades and lanterns of the Old Town. It’s the perfect time to capture photos with muted and mysterious atmospheres.
- Saturday, February 28, 2026:
- 10 am – 6 pm : Free wandering of participants through the iconic sites of Annecy: the canals, bridges, Jardins de l’Europe, and lake shores.
- 2 pm : Parade in the Old Town for registered masks, along a symbolic route.
Visitors will have the chance to admire the costumes, interact with the masqueraders, and capture spectacular shots.
- Sunday, March 1, 2026
- 10 am – 5 pm : Last day of free roaming of masks throughout the old town and its surroundings, offering a peaceful and refined atmosphere.
It’s the perfect opportunity to extend the magic, stroll through medieval streets, and fully soak up the Venetian ambiance.
- 10 am – 5 pm : Last day of free roaming 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 enjoy a convivial 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 entire diversity of the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region are featured at the fair. So many personalities, terroirs, diversity, and flavors to savor!
Find at the fair many stands featuring local products such as foie gras, olive oil, olives, tapenade, cheeses from the Pyrenees, Espelette pepper, snails, oysters, smoked fish, and fish rillettes…
- Days and opening hours:
- Friday, February 27: 11 am – 9 pm
- Saturday, February 28: 10 am – 8 pm
- Sunday, March 1: 10 am – 7 pm
- Monday, March 2: 10 am – 4 pm
- Location: Cité de l’Eau – 225 Rue des Tilleuls 74500 Publier
- Food service: Tasting plates at the adjacent stands (foie gras, Pyrenean cheese, snails, oysters, …)
- Free shuttles: On Saturday and Sunday, free shuttles serve the Wine Fair from the Evian-les-Bains dock
- Discovery tastings: Free sessions every day 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 ” truly lives up to its name, transforming into an open-air theater where elegance, silence, and mystery reign supreme.
On the program:
- Friday, February 27, 2026:
- 5:30 pm – 8 pm : Evening stroll. The magic begins at nightfall. Masks wander under the arcades and lanterns of the Old Town. It’s the perfect time to capture photos with muted and mysterious atmospheres.
- Saturday, February 28, 2026:
- 10 am – 6 pm : Free wandering of participants through the iconic sites of Annecy: the canals, bridges, Jardins de l’Europe, and lake shores.
- 2 pm : Parade in the Old Town for registered masks, along a symbolic route.
Visitors will have the chance to admire the costumes, interact with the masqueraders, and capture spectacular shots.
- Sunday, March 1, 2026:
- 10 am – 5 pm : Last day of free roaming of masks throughout the old town and its surroundings, offering a peaceful and refined atmosphere.
It’s the perfect opportunity to extend the magic, stroll through medieval streets, and fully soak up the Venetian ambiance.
- 10 am – 5 pm : Last day of free roaming of masks throughout the old town and its surroundings, offering a peaceful and refined atmosphere.
White Trail of Agy – Saint-Sigismond
6th edition of the White Trail of Agy: Eleven kilometers at dusk are on the menu for participants of this edition with a positive altitude gain of 320 meters. A nighttime race on the beautiful snowy blanket of the Agy plateau. Friday, February 27, 2026, starting at 7 pm. Fee: €25
Ice Hockey: Chamonix-Mont-Blanc – Ducs d’Angers
A Ligue Magnus championship match: the Chamonix Pioneers face the Ducs d’Angers.
- Time: Friday, February 27, 2026 at 8 pm
- Location: Centre Sportif Richard Bozon – 214 Av. de la Plage – 74400 Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
- Reservation: reservation
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 ” truly lives up to its name, transforming into an open-air theater where elegance, silence, and mystery reign supreme.
On the program:
- Saturday, February 28, 2026:
- 10 am – 6 pm : Free wandering of participants through the iconic sites of Annecy: the canals, bridges, Jardins de l’Europe, and lake shores.
- 2 pm : Parade in the Old Town for registered masks, along a symbolic route.
Visitors will have the chance to admire the costumes, interact with the masqueraders, and capture spectacular shots.
- Sunday, March 1, 2026:
- 10 am – 5 pm : Last day of free roaming of masks throughout the old town and its surroundings, offering a peaceful and refined atmosphere.
It’s the perfect opportunity to extend the magic, stroll through medieval streets, and fully soak up the Venetian ambiance.
- 10 am – 5 pm : Last day of free roaming of masks throughout the old town and its surroundings, offering a peaceful and refined atmosphere.
Bike Exchange of the Annecy Cycling Club – Annecy
Attention cyclists, families, and bargain hunters: the traditional bike exchange organized by the Annecy Cycling Club returns on Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 9 am to 6 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 am to 6 pm
- Wide selection of city bikes, road bikes, mountain bikes, electric bikes, as well as children’s bikes. Accessories and equipment for all uses
Whether you’re looking for a bike for daily commuting, sports outings, or to equip the little ones, this exchange is the perfect opportunity to find gear at a reasonable price while giving bikes a second life.
Practical information:
- Time: Saturday, February 28, 2026 starting at 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 light from headlamps.
Free shuttle from Thônes. Varied boards to share. Costumes recommended.
So, swimsuit or suit? Choose your side!
- Time: Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 7:30 pm.
- Location: Salle des Fêtes, Route de la Blonnière, 74230 Dingy-Saint-Clair
- Prices: Adults: €10.
- online booking
Carnival – Thorens-Glières
Prepare your best costumes and come party!
Starting at 1:30 pm, makeup time, then at 3 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 Mr. Carnival.
A snack will be offered to children, with cakes prepared by parents, and a crepes sale and a refreshment stand will delight young and old. To finish, a sound system will make the children dance in the Associations Hall. A friendly, festive, and colorful moment to share with the family… we look forward to seeing many of you!
- Time: Saturday, February 28, 2026 starting at 1:30 pm.
- Location: 488 rue de la Javafonne, 74570 Thorens-Glières
Carnival – Marignier
Big carnival Saturday, February 28, 2026 starting at 1:30 pm in Marignier with a festive parade departing from the station, followed by a giant tartiflette and a masked ball from 7:30 pm at the Espace Animation. A friendly and colorful day for everyone. Info: Phone 04 50 34 54 68
Grand Carnival of Cruseilles
We look forward to seeing many of you to parade in 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 pm in the parking lot of the inter-municipal sports complex. Join us with your best costumes to parade through the town center to the rhythm of music and celebrate.
Info: Phone: 04 50 32 10 33
Garage sales, flea markets, clothing swaps & fairs in Haute-Savoie
The season of garage sales, fairs and other flea markets continues softly in Haute-Savoie for this month of February. Here are those for 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 am to 4 pm
- Saint-Pierre-en-Faucigny : Spring fair – Espace Armand Bouvard – 8:30 am/3 pm.
To read: Garage sales, fairs, flea markets & clothing swaps 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 ” truly lives up to its name, transforming into an open-air theater where elegance, silence, and mystery reign supreme.
On the program Sunday, March 1, 2026:
- 10 am – 5 pm : Last day of free roaming of masks throughout the old town and its surroundings, offering a peaceful and refined atmosphere.
It’s the perfect opportunity to extend the magic, stroll through medieval streets, and fully soak up the Venetian ambiance.
Carnival of Cluses
The Carnival of Cluses returns this year, promising a day full of colors and festivities for young and old.
- Time: Sunday, March 1, 2026 starting at 2 pm.
- Location: Parvis des Esserts, 36 rue du Marcelly, 74300 Cluses
Garage sales, flea markets, clothing swaps & fairs in Haute-Savoie
The season of garage sales, fairs, and other flea markets continues slowly in Haute-Savoie at the beginning of the year. Here are those for this Sunday, March 1:
- Cranves-Sales: Large early childhood fair. Sunday, March 1 will host the 29th edition of the large early childhood fair of the association “La Boîte à Doudous”. There will be large and small childcare items (strollers, high chairs, beds, playpens, bathtubs, loungers..), clothes from birth to 12 years, maternity wear, books, bedding, toys, shoes… 49, rue du clos des Mésanges, Cranves-Sales. From 8 am to 1 pm
- La Roche-sur-Foron: Flea market APEL Notre Dame Le Buisson. The parents’ association (APEL) organizes its flea market at the gymnasium of the Sainte-Marie college in La Roche sur Foron, from 8 am to 5 pm. A great opportunity to make good deals… or to clear your closets cheerfully!
- Refreshment stall and light catering on site to enjoy the day. From 8 am to 5 pm, at the Sainte Marie college gymnasium, Avenue Jean Jaurès – Haute-Savoie, La Roche-sur-Foron
- Sciez : large clothing swap. Multi-sport hall in Sciez. From 9 am to 5 pm.
To read: Garage sales, fairs, flea markets & clothing swaps 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
