Illustration of a cobbled old-town street at dusk with wreaths on doors and figures carrying parcels (Noël Nordique)
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Noël Nordique

Set along the lakeshore, this winter gathering invites visitors to glide across the Vevey sur Glace ice rink and unwind with an evening aperitif under projected northern lights. Young visitors can leave messages on a dedicated telephone line to Santa Claus or dance at a children's mini holiday disco on the ice. The event also showcases a live ice sculpting demonstration.

Dec 16 – Dec 24, 2026

Plan Your Visit

Hours

Event hours: 10:00–22:00. The rink is open every day from 10h; the aurora apéro is each evening from 17h.

Food & Drink

An apéro is offered beneath the projected northern lights each evening.

Location

Jardin du Rivage · Quai Maria-Belgia, 1800 Vevey, Switzerland, Vevey Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with children

Vibe

Festive and wintry

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Skate during the day or evening; Vevey sur Glace is open daily from 10:00, so you can fit a rink visit around other plans.
  • Come after 17:00 for the nightly apéro beneath projected northern lights, the event’s recurring evening feature.
  • Choose Sunday 20 December to catch the ice sculpture, which is scheduled only for that day.
  • Bring warm layers for the lakeside rink and evening projections, as the event takes place outdoors in winter.
  • Use VMCV lines 201 or 204 on weekends for free travel from 1:00 PM until service ends; free weekend parking is also listed at the Nestlé lot.

Special Events & Promotions

  • An apéro under projected northern lights takes place each evening.
  • Ice sculpting takes place on Sunday 20 December.
  • A Christmas mini-disco on the ice for children takes place on Wednesday 23 December.

Links & Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Noël Nordique suitable for families?

Yes. The event is described as suitable for families, friends and couples, and the Christmas mini-disco is for children.

What can children do at the event?

Children can leave a message for Santa on the telephone each day and join the Christmas mini-disco on the ice on Wednesday 23 December.

What happens during the evening aurora experience?

Each evening, projected northern lights surround the rink for an apéro experience.

Are there any activities scheduled for particular days?

Ice sculpting is scheduled for Sunday 20 December, and the children's Christmas mini-disco is on Wednesday 23 December.

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