Le Figaro Nice
The year-end celebrations are approaching. In addition to the cold that has recently started gradually in Baye des Anges and the shorter days, the launch of many events in Nice and elsewhere in the department is raising awareness.
In Nice, the traditional Christmas market at Place Masséna
Heralding the end of the year celebrations, it has been delighting young and old for more than 20 years. the traditional Christmas market (and its large wooden houses) will open its doors. from Thursday, for a period of one month, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., in the heart of Nice, between Place Masséna and Albert 1er garden. There will be no less than fifty chalets that combine regional and artisanal products. Not to mention the entertainment offered for the occasion and the availability of the ferry (price: 5 to 8 euros), to enjoy the magical view of the Christmas village and the decorations of Place Masséna.
Until December 24, from 14:00 to 19:00, children will of course be able to meet Santa Claus and even visit his house until January 1, every day from 11:00 to 20:00. And since Christmas is also an opportunity to highlight local specialties, the chalet of Roland de Zordo, an earthy character well known to the people of Nice, will offer visitors the famous Socca, made with chickpea flour and “olive oil”. “The best in the land of Nice.“We breathe.
Elsewhere in Nice. shows, a giant nativity scene and a parade
- 17 to 25 December 2022, 10am to 8pm, Rossetti Square 17 life-size automatons will bring to life a giant nativity scene: Jesus, Mary, Joseph, a donkey, an ox, a sheep, a shepherd and his dog, domedars, as well as the Magi.
- Saturday, December 10, 2022, from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m., Avenue Jean Médecin. Nice Shopping Christmas Grand Parade with more than 200 street performers, acrobats, dancers, mascots, bands, DJs… Entertainment, gifts and display at the Nice Shopping podium from 11:00 Free entry and entertainment 100 % free.
- Saturday, December 3, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Parc du Ray show “A coat of stories and very warm gloves”.
- Wednesday, December 7, 11 am to 4 pm, rue de Suisse Show “Desperately Looking For Santa Claus.”
- Wednesday, December 21, from 11 am to 4 pm, Parc Vigier “A Thousand and One Christmas Tales” exhibition.
in Antibes
From December 10 to January 2, from 10:30 to 21:00 (Fridays and Saturdays: 22:00)Antibes Juan-les-Pins will be lit up with hundreds of magical LED decorations for Christmas. Many activities for children, creative workshops, a small educational farm, shows and even an ice rink will be offered in the Christmas village between the gourmet chalets. Not forgetting the traditional arrival of Santa Claus on water skis.
In Cannes
From November 26 to January 2The city of Cannes is decorated with lights and offers many Christmas activities for families. The first Christmas market, which starts at Cours Félix Faure and continues on Allées de la Liberté, is open from 10am to 9pm (Friday and Saturday from 10am to 10pm) with its 46 chalets of decorative items , with gift ideas, jewelry and treats. But also a 350 square meter ice rink, shows and entertainment for children, as well as several parades.
in Menton
From December 3 to January 1, Christmas events in Menton will bring warmth and good humor to the four corners of the city. The magical universe themed “Santa’s Workshop” will take children from surprise to surprise, between parades, free shows and all kinds of entertainment. From Friday, from 18:00, the start of the illuminations will open the ball. As it opens on the same day and until January 1st, Christmas market, 10am to 7.30pm, Mail du Bastion and Esplanade Francis Palmero.
About thirty chalets will be installed, as well as rides, trampolines, a slide and a Ferris wheel. From December 4, children can also enjoy an aerial ride on Santa’s sleigh for €5. Larger than life 5D animation.
And in the interior of Nice?
- In Lucerum
January 3 to 8 25th Luceram/Peira-Cava Kindergarten District.
More than 450 Christmas scenes are displayed in the streets, cellars, church, chapels, oven, museums, shops, Ferme du Val Del Prat, Peira-Cava, Camp D’Argent, Turini. Also on display at the Luseram Creche Museum.
- In Vance
From December 10 to January 2. children’s village, location Clemenceau, 10am to 6pm, with skill games, mini train, trampoline, tree climbing, gourmet chalets.
- in Levens
Christmas Market December 11 to January 1, 9am to 6pm., Rivet Hall. Many stands: regional products, jewellery, decoration, chocolates, arts and crafts, culinary specialties and local products. For children: pony ride, arrival of Santa Claus with photos, entertainment, Christmas raffle.
- in Saint-Martin-Vesubier
Christmas market from December 10, 10am to 6pm. Local artisans and designers, musical entertainment all day, horse-drawn carriage rides. From 16:00: mulled wine and hot chocolate with chestnut and bush tasting. December 24: Christmas scene with children, Place de Gaulle, 3-4 p.m.
- in rockabilly
Christmas market from Sunday, 9am to 5pm, place de la Maire. Exhibition of artists of Vesuvius art, local products, craft stands. For telethon benefits: nature archery stand, circus entertainment, fire truck, rally cars, trout fishing. For adults: run “vertical to the old castle” (700 m elevation gain, 3 km).
Source: Le Figaro
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