At an altitude of 1850 metres, Vars offers a unique setting for celebrating the arrival of the New Year, where young and old can get together, share convivial moments and fully enjoy the festive atmosphere. Here, the days alternate between skiing, walking and relaxing, while the evenings are an invitation to get together. To start the New Year in Vars is to experience a warm and festive atmosphere in the heart of an exceptional natural setting.
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The Starry New Year!Vars promises memorable festivities for the whole family, with light shows, fun activities and social events. Join us for a magical and joyful transition to 2026, in a magical Varsinc setting!
Celebrate the New Year
in Vars
Not to be missed
Festival programme
*The programme is growing every day, with more events to come to celebrate the New Year. Stay tuned!Monday 29th December
Flashmob with Dorlotte
10am to 11am – Vars les Claux snow front
Come and dance with our mascot during a festive and friendly flashmob! A simple choreography, good humour and an unforgettable moment to share with family and friends.
Aqua-training
2pm to 2.30pm – Vars swimming pool
Come and take part in an aqua-training session with bikes, trampolines, weights and flippers. Free activity, entrance fee for the pool with an experience or freedom pass. Information and registration on 06 41 41 39 36.
Lantern-making workshop
2pm to 3pm- Vars les Claux Tourist Office
A creative workshop to make your own lantern and light up the festive season! Glitter, coloured paper and a festive atmosphere await you. Places are limited, please register at the Tourist Office.
Info mulled wine
16h30 to 17h30 – Télémix snow front at Vars les Claux
To welcome you to the warmth of the season, we offer you a mulled wine flavoured with spices. The perfect time to plan your week, get information and meet the Vars Tourist Office events team.
Haribo Blind Test
4.30pm – Vars Tourist Office Vars les Claux
Test your musical knowledge in a friendly, fast-paced blind test. Alone or in a team, be the fastest to recognise the titles, artists or themes.
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Chamallow Party 2TUESDAY 30 DECEMBER
WEEKLY MARKET
From 8am – Vars les Claux
Discover local flavours and stock up on regional produce at our weekly market.
Snowshoe discovery walk
10.15am to 12pm – Meeting point at Col de Vars
Discover the snowy landscape on a snowshoe walk supervised by a mountain leader. An outing accessible to all, combining nature, relaxation and learning about fauna, flora and the mountain environment. Places are limited, so please register with the Tourist Office.
Polar treasure hunt
2pm to 3.30pm – Meet in front of the Vars les Claux Tourist Office
Set off on an adventure in a frosty world in search of hidden treasure! With family or friends, solve riddles, take on challenges and explore snowy landscapes to find the coveted treasure.
Toboggan ride
4.40pm to 6.30pm – Meet at the bottom of the Chabrières Télémix
Everyone sledge in hand for a giant descent! Helmet and sledge with metal brakes compulsory, ski and snow boots forbidden, children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Ski pass not valid: multi-activity pass compulsory.
Chamallow Party
6pm to 7pm – Meet on the Vars les Claux snow front
Come and enjoy a delicious and convivial moment in the heart of the snowy landscape! Toast your marshmallows over an open fire, share laughs and sweets with family and friends, and enjoy a warm moment despite the cold.
It’s a fun and tasty experience, perfect for young and old alike, combining fun, conviviality and gourmet pleasure in the heart of nature.
Vars Organ Concert
5pm to 6pm – Vars Ecumenical Centre
New Year’s concert “French operetta and Viennese operetta”.
WEDNESDAY 31 DECEMBER
FIRST TRACK
8.40am – Rescue centre Vars les Claux
The ski patrollers are passionate about their work and invite you to join them as they open the pistes: first tracks, safety, prevention... Level required: 3rd star.
VISIT TO THE SNOW FACTORY
Free entry from 10am to 12pm – Snow factory, Clapier piste
Discovery and explanation of the job of snow maker and artificial snow. Access via the Chabrières telemix, valid ski pass compulsory.
Aqua-training
2pm to 2.30pm – Vars swimming pool
Come and take part in an aqua-training session with bikes, trampolines, weights and flippers. Free activity, entrance fee for the pool with an experience or freedom pass. Information and registration on 06 41 41 39 36.
Make-up
4pm to 7pm – Vars les Claux snow front
Get ready to shine for New Year’s Eve! Come and enjoy a festive and creative make-up session, and leave with a glamorous, sparkling or original look to welcome in the New Year.
NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY
Starting at 4pm
The big New Year’s Eve party promises a magical atmosphere in the heart of the resort! The Les Claux snow front will be transformed into a festive, bright and friendly stage to celebrate the arrival of the New Year together.
On the programme: après-ski DJ set (4pm to 6pm), Anta Agni light show (6pm to 7pm), hot drinks bar (5pm to 7.30pm), greetings from the mayor (6.30pm), torchlight parade (6.45pm), snow groomer ballet (7pm) and fireworks (7.30pm).
THURSDAY 1 JANUARY
Escape Game
9am to 12pm and 1pm to 5pm – Meet at the Vars les Claux Snow Front
Quentin, living alone in an igloo at an altitude of 1800 m, has been missing for 3 days. It’s up to you, the mountain rescue team, to find him and get him out in time. You have 20 minutes… Will you be up to the challenge? Places are limited, so register at the Tourist Office.
Water challenges
16h30-17h30 – Vars swimming pool
Various games and challenges in the pool.
ESF torchlit descent
17:45 – Télémix snow front at Vars les Claux
The whole Vars ESF team awaits you to watch the legendary torchlit descent by children and ESF instructors.
Winter Sky Star Party
8.30pm to 10pm – In front of Sibières, Point Show
Come and observe the winter sky and discover its wonders: constellations, planets and celestial stories await you…
FRIDAY 2 JANUARY
Sun and sky observation
10am to 2pm – Meet at the Vars les Claux snow front
“Sun and sky observation, discovering the glittering skies of Vars. For sun observation, I propose a creative activity (sundial, spectroscope, equinoscope…) and to prepare for sky observation, we can create a map of the sky and the Moon that our visitors will take with them. Places are limited, so please register with the Tourist Office.
XXL wooden games
2pm to 6pm – In front of the Vars les Claux Tourist Office
Have fun and enjoy all the great wooden games with Thomas Libault, their creator.
Aqua-training
2pm to 2.30pm – Vars swimming pool
Come and take part in an aqua-training session with bikes, trampolines, weights and flippers. Free activity, entrance fee for the pool with an experience or freedom pass. Information and bookings on 06 41 41 39 36.
Concert by the group Ctrl C Ctrl V
5pm to 6.30pm – In front of the Vars les Claux Tourist Office
Come and warm up by dancing to the music of the group Ctrl C Ctrl V.
Wooden GamesGetting around
to New Year
Over the Christmas and New Year period and during the February holidays, special late-night shuttle services are available to make travelling easier.
New Year in Vars
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New Year's Eve
Here are some menu ideas to celebrate the arrival of the New Year in style, whether with family or friends! Book now to treat your taste buds.
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