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Courchevel Events - Winter
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There are heaps of events held throughout the year in Courchevel and the Three Valleys, ranging from small and quirky local festivals, to world renowned sporting events. Music festivals are also hugely popular during the summer months and provide a great excuse to make a quick trip out to the Alps. In this section, we bring you information about the major annual events in Courchevel, and don't forget to check out our weekly What's On calender. |
| Femmes en Or - December |
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Since it was created in 1993, “Les Femmes en Or” event has given awards to 130 exceptional women who have made the headlines through their involvement in humanitarian and charity work or in various fields as diverse as art, fashion, show business, communication, business, sport and adventure, research, etc. |
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last updated 30-Jan-2008 |
| Columbia Ride Week - January |
Each year the best freeriders in the world descend upon Courchevel for Columbia Rideweek from 20 to 25 January 2008 – for a week of freeriding caught on film.
A total of 8 teams, each comprising two riders, a cameraman and a specialist journalist, will be exploring the slopes of Courchevel. Their mission: to find the best snow and produce a five-minute film showcasing the best of their freeride images.
Daredevil parachuting displays and Big Air freestyle shows are just some of the awe-inspiring highlights. The week culminates in a free event when the films will be shown to the jury and the public, awards will be presented and and then the party gets going with DJ's, live music, bar and more...
Check out the movies from previous years
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last updated 21-Feb-2008 |
| International Fire & Arts Festival - February |
An annual spectacle since 2003 the International Fire & Arts Pyrotechnic Festival returns each year to light up Courchevel.
A selection of renowned pyrotechnic teams from around the world battle it out against each other with fantastic displays set to music, each one on a different level of Courchevel.
Following the fireworks warm up with a glass of mulled wine while the winning team is awarded their trophy!
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last updated 30-Jan-2008 |
| CineSki Festival - March |
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If all those snow sports have left you feeling a bit knackered then check out some of the new mountain/winter sports films being premiered at Le Villard Cinema. Tickets for exclusive previews can be bought from the Tourist Office. |
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last updated 30-Jan-2008 |
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