07/27/2026

Come and discover an enchanted Christmas!

The town invites young and old to immerse themselves in the magic of the Christmas holidays thanks to a magical program until January 5th.

RGBy Rédaction Gazette du VarJournalist 5 December 2024 Reading time: 5 min
Venez découvrir un Noël enchanté !
Venez découvrir un Noël enchanté !© La Gazette du Var
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For this new edition, the "Enchanted Christmas" theme comes to life thanks to numerous spectacular activities that will amaze families.

MAJESTIC CHRISTMAS TREE This is a wish of Philippe Leonelli, the mayor of Cavalaire-sur-Mer. This year, Cavalairois, holidaymakers, and visitors can enjoy a large sparkling Christmas tree standing 9 meters high in the heart of the village in front of the Hôtel de Ville. A gathering point during the holidays, the Christmas tree, with its majestic look and bright toy-themed decorations, plunges everyone into a warm and festive atmosphere.

And in this enchanted world, around this great tree, a Christmas village offers chalets with culinary delicacies, decoration and craft stalls, and animated window displays to amaze the little ones.

MAGICAL DECORATIONS On the theme of toys, the streets of the small town are transformed into a grand magical landscape, with decorations that illuminate December evenings.

Young and old will gather and capture these lovely moments of togetherness in photos. With a program for young and old, thanks to the events department, more than 30 activities and entertainments in the town center, at the media library, and at the Maison de la Nature. Creative workshops, a funfair, interactive games, a mini-farm, a cinema screening, horse-drawn carriage rides, a light parade, photos with Santa Claus, inflatables, a concert, and, as a highlight, a drone show, punctuate this festive month so dear to families.

• Tourism, participate in the game to try and win prizes. In partnership with ACAPIC.

TREASURE HUNT "THE CHRISTMAS GNOME HUNT" Collect your game grid at the Office de Tourisme and go hunting for little Christmas gnomes in local shops! Draw of the 3 winners on December 24th at 3 p.m. at the Christmas Village.

LETTER TO SANTA CLAUS From Monday, December 2nd, the Office de Tourisme invites children to drop their mail addressed to Santa Claus in the letterbox installed in front of the Maison de la Mer. A little tip for children: Don't forget to write your address so that Santa Claus can reply to you! Maison de la Mer – Day and night.

Thursday 5th and Friday 6th December Friday 6th December TOY SALE "Le Cœur dans les Épinards" offers a toy sale for the benefit of its association. A great way to prepare your Christmas gifts while doing a good deed! Salle Polyvalente of the Maison de la Mer from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m.

LAUNCH OF THE LIGHTS AND APERITIF CONCERT An ACAPIC aperitif concert kicks off the Christmas festivities, accompanied by the troupe "What Elfes" and a DJ night. Place Benjamin Gaillard at 6 p.m.

CHRISTMAS SHOW OF THE MUSIC SCHOOL A lovely moment of musical sharing on the theme of Christmas where students will present their levels. Salle des Fêtes at 6 p.m. Limited spaces.

Thursday, December 19th PLEASURE OF SINGING The preschool and elementary recreation centers join the AVF branch for a lovely moment of Christmas carols. Place Benjamin Gaillard at 5 p.m.

Saturday, December 21st SANTA'S WORKSHOP AND THE FAIRGROUND STANDS To challenge each other, young and old... From 3 years old – Boulodrome Place Benjamin Gaillard.

From 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. From 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Sunday 22nd, Saturday 28th December and Saturday 4th January EDUCATIONAL MINI-FARM AND HORSE-DRAWN CARRIAGE, PONY AND DONKEY RIDES With the educational mini-farm, children can get close to the animals (donkey, sheep, goats, rabbits, chickens and llama). The leaders answer their questions about animal life on the farm and explain the characteristics and living habits of each species. It is with great kindness and gentleness that you can cuddle the animals.

They are just waiting for that! Horse-drawn carriage, donkey and pony rides on the program.

CHRISTMAS SHOW OF THE TROUPE "SHOW DANSE STUDIO" Dances, feathers and sequins await you! Monday, December 23rd SURPRISE ARRIVAL OF SANTA CLAUS!

Keep a close eye on the harbor, you might spot a man in red arriving! Esplanade Sainte Estelle at 5:30 p.m.

INTRODUCTION TO SLINGSHOT SHOOTING Beyond the game, the discipline is complex and requires great concentration and self-control to hit the target. Guided by passionate instructors, discover this still-emerging sport! From 7 years old.

Boulodrome de la Place Benjamin Gaillard.

Monday 23rd and Tuesday 24th December Tuesday 24th December CHRISTMAS CREATIVE WORKSHOPS Alice and Manon from the Centre de Loisirs offer creative Christmas workshops suitable for toddlers in the charming setting of the former bus station, which takes on the appearance of the Maison du Père Noël for the holidays. Limited spaces.

From 3 years old. Registration on site with the activity leaders.

CHRISTMAS SNACK AND PHOTOBOOTH Accompanied by his mascots, Santa Claus is delighted to take photos with the children. A photobooth allows you to leave with a precious souvenir.

Distribution of snacks to all the little elves! Place Benjamin Gaillard at 3 p.m.

CHRISTMAS HERO TOUCH Hero Touch is a laser tag game in which players play as the team of little elves or the gang of Santa Clauses. From 5 years old.

SANTA'S MASCOTS Our joyful mascots accompany Santa Claus during the snack distribution and they love having their photo taken! FOR THE SPORTY La Ronde des Pères Noël Saturday, December 14th Come and participate with family or friends in the Christmas Run de Cavalaire!

Fancy dress running race through the streets of the town center solo or in pairs for children and adults. By registration: www.

christmasrun. fr Registration and bib collection: Maison de la Mer from 2 p.m.

CHRISTMAS MARKET Thursday 19th and Friday 20th December More than twenty stalls set up by the association "Plein V'Arts" offer local crafts and gourmet treats. The ideal place to find lovely Christmas gifts.

Boulodrome Place Benjamin Gaillard from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. THE FUNFAIR From Friday, December 20th to Sunday, January 5th The funfair takes place on the Esplanade Sainte-Estelle, every day from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Children and adults alike will find plenty of ways to have fun!