Christmas in Villefranche sur Mer: the complete calendar

Villefranche-sur-Mer, one of the main tourist destinations on the French Riviera, offers a rich program of events that will make the end-of-year holidays even more special.

Here are the main events:

Saturday, December 14, 2024
Inauguration of the Grand Crèche de Noël at the Foyer of the Citadelle Auditorium.

Saturday, December 14, 2024, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Christmas Concert, organized by the Intermunicipal Conservatory, at the Auditorium de La Citadelle.

Friday, December 20, 2024, from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Choir Concert at the Église Saint-Michel.

Saturday, December 21, 2024, from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Trail Urbain Nocturne – Mounta Cala celebrates its 20th anniversary. A walking route through the picturesque streets of Villefranche-sur-Mer to discover their charm under the moonlight. The Gare Maritime, a historical site, will be available to shelter from the winter cold.

Saturday, December 21, 2024, from 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Soirée NOSTALGIE « Génération 80 ». After the Trail de la Mounta Cala, enjoy dancing and 80s music at the Citadelle, with a 3-hour set by DJAZ from Radio Nostalgie.

Sunday, December 22, 2024, at 11:00 AM
Bain de Noël at Plage des Marinières.

Sunday, December 22, 2024, from 3:30 PM to 7:00 PM
Noël au Quartier Saint-Michel, with the Christmas tree decoration, Mass at the Chapelle Saint-Grat, and a torch-lit procession.

Sunday, December 22, 2024, at 3:30 PM
Activities at the École Saint-Michel.

Saturday, December 28, 2024, at 4:00 PM
Children’s show « Le Noël de Lutinette » at the Auditorium de La Citadelle.