Tuesday, July 23, 2024
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Courchevel’s Summer Extravaganza promises an unforgettable 2024 with vibrant events, thrilling activities, and rich traditions, running until September. Get ready for the adventure!
As the snow recedes and the sun starts to shine, Courchevel is gearing up to welcome guests for an exceptional summer season in 2024. This charming Alpine town is preparing an array of events and activities that honor its rich traditions while delighting travelers with performances and sporting events. The vibrant summer season will extend until September 2024.
Performing Arts & Entertainment
All summer long, Courchevel will present a variety of concerts and significant events to captivate visitors. Highlights include the Ski Jumping World Cup, the Symphony of Light show, and the Lumberjack Festival, all promising thrilling performances and spectacles. Additionally, guests can enjoy guided walks, yoga sessions, and giant quizzes, ensuring a wide range of activities for everyone.
Sporting Events & Activities
For adventure enthusiasts, Courchevel offers numerous outdoor activities and sporting events. Visitors can experience via Ferrata, the highest in France, or participate in road cycling, enduro or electric mountain biking, and downhill biking on meticulously maintained trails. The town also features tree-top adventure courses, horseback riding, and many other activities, allowing visitors to fully embrace the summer mountain experience.
Major Events Scheduled This Summer:
- Les 3 Coups Amateur Theatre Festival: For a decade, Courchevel has been spotlighting actors during this festival in Courchevel La Tania. Over six days, ten professional and amateur troupes will present two free shows daily—one in the late afternoon and another in the evening—competing for the Audience Prize and the Jury’s Favourite.
- Sound and Light Show: Experience a mesmerizing show where music and graphic effects blend seamlessly, creating a magical moment and intense emotions in the heart of Courchevel’s natural amphitheatre.
- Ski Jumping World Cup: A must-see event that has become an institution in Courchevel Le Praz. For the past 30 years, the resort has hosted the world’s top ski-jumping athletes. Over a hundred competitors from around 15 countries will race down the 120-meter ski jump, which was used in the 1992 Winter Olympics and is set to do so again in 2030. Acrobatic displays will add an extra thrill to the show.
- Soirée Blanche Party: Celebrate in style at Courchevel Le Praz on August 23rd. Starting at 5 pm, attendees dressed entirely in white can explore stalls offering makeup, photo booths, snacks, and refreshments. Enjoy live performances, an 8 pm concert, and a DJ set to close the night. Mark your calendars for this all-white extravaganza!
- MTB Festival: For three days, Courchevel will showcase mountain biking in all its forms, from street bikes to E-bikes, and endurance to cross-country. Enthusiasts can spend the weekend testing the best spots, including street biking in Courchevel Le Praz, an endurance race from La Saulire, an MTB and E-bike ‘Renduro’ race, and a women-only event.