Lausanne Other Christmas Activities 2026

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...

Visitors can hop aboard Mother Christmas's little train for a two-kilometer loop through the town of Vevey. Outside the station, the illuminated Astra Dôme welcomes guests for a festive gourmet food break. Children can also meet Mother Christmas and try...

Hundreds of runners take on a 1-kilometer loop through the medieval town of Estavayer-le-Lac across numerous categories. Highlights include a costumed relay race and the youngest runners sprinting alongside Santa Claus. Attendees can gather for refreshments at local halls and...

Passengers board the Belle Époque boat "Vevey", decorated for the holidays, for a non-stop scenic cruise on Lake Geneva. The route sets off from Montreux towards Chillon Castle and Villeneuve, offering panoramic views of the lakeside Christmas market lights. From...

Children and families can visit Santa Claus at his chalet on the Belvédère in Thonon-les-Bains. Visitors can meet Santa in person and post their holiday wishlists into a mailbox set up outside the chalet. The letters are collected each day...

Visitors can take to the covered ice rink to enjoy skating with family and friends close to the shores of Lake Neuchâtel. From the rink on Place Nova Friburgo, skaters can take in views of the lake and the Jura...

Children take part in an enchanting seasonal experience featuring storytelling and engaging workshops. The visit also includes a snack break for young participants.

Children step behind the scenes of Christmas at the Elves' Workshop to help make and wrap toys to place beneath the tree. Supervised by qualified professionals across a dedicated 1,000-square-meter facility, young visitors take part in holiday games, stories, and...

Visitors can wander through Santa Claus's traditional residence, exploring his wood-warmed kitchen, bedroom, and toy workshop, as well as the world of his elves. Outside in the garden, guests can view Santa's sleigh, drop letters into family mailboxes, and see...

La Clusaz invites families to the 'Pestacles du Père Noël,' a magical winter festival celebrating over two decades of street arts. This enchanting event transforms the mountain village into an open-air theater, featuring captivating street performances, diverse music, and traditional...