For this weekend of August 8 and 9, Haute-Savoie offers a rich program of festivities, sporting events, and cultural activities. Here is a small selection of events and activities not to be missed:
All weekend
Château Sonic Festival – Brenthonne
The Château Sonic Festival is back to celebrate its 10th edition on August 7, 8 and 9, 2026 in Brenthonne!
For three days, the festival promises an electric atmosphere combining concerts, musical discoveries, and moments of conviviality. True to its independent spirit, the event is entirely supported by a team of passionate volunteers who keep alive, year after year, a festive and authentic event.
DIY, inclusive, caring, and committed, Château Sonic advocates a vision of celebration open to everyone, where music, sharing, and respect are at the heart of the experience. For this 10th edition, the festival intends once again to make Haute-Savoie vibrate throughout the weekend.
Practical information:
- Hours:
- Friday, August 7 // 6:30 PM – 4:00 AM
- Saturday, August 8 // 12:00 PM – 4:00 AM
- Sunday, August 9 // 12:00 PM – Midnight
- Location: Château Saint Michel d’Avully – 465 route d’Avully, 74890 Brenthonne
- Full program here: https://www.chateausonic.com/infos
- Camping :
- Opening: Friday, August 7 at 3:00 PM
- Closing: Monday, August 10 at 11:00 AM
International Mountain Book Fair – Passy
From August 7 to 9, 2026, Passy welcomes the 36th edition of the International Mountain Book Fair, one of the major cultural events of the summer in Haute-Savoie. Held on the Parvis des Fiz, facing the Mont-Blanc massif, the event brings together authors, illustrators, adventurers, and mountain enthusiasts.
This year, the fair will highlight the theme of “living landscapes”. On the program: meetings with authors, comic books, round tables, exhibitions, film screenings, and many activities for all audiences.
Practical information:
- Dates: from Friday, August 7 to Sunday, August 9, 2026
- Location: Parvis des Fiz, Passy
- Prices:
- 5 € per day
- 3-day pass: 12 €
- Free for under 16 years old
- Information: 04 50 78 17 87
- Website: https://www.salondulivrepassy.com/
An unmissable event for mountain lovers, literature fans, and wide open spaces, in an exceptional setting facing Mont-Blanc.
Friday, August 7
17th Zik’en Ville Festival – La Roche sur Foron
Every summer, Zik’en Ville transforms the squares and streets of La Roche-sur-Foron into real open-air stages. Rock, jazz, chanson, world music or family shows: the program is eclectic to appeal to a wide audience, from music lovers to casual onlookers.
On Friday, August 7, 2026, the festival will welcome Le Cirque Pepin with its show Maybe…, a poetic and musical creation accessible to all.
The show tells the story of a character who has never left his universe and feels no need to discover the world. His encounter with a passionate traveler, who has set off to search for sounds from around the world, will shake his certainties. Together, they embark on a sensitive journey where curiosity, sharing, and openness to others take center stage. A performance full of poetry that invites young and old to escape.
Practical information
- Date: Friday, August 7, 2026
- Time: 4 PM
- Location: Place Saint-Jean, 74800 La Roche-sur-Foron
- Price: free and open access
A great opportunity to enjoy a family show while discovering the friendly atmosphere of Zik’en Ville, one of the cultural highlights of the summer in La Roche-sur-Foron.
Thonon Nighttime Events – Thonon les Bains
Friday, August 7, 2026 from 5 PM, the Thonon-les-Bains Nighttime Events will host an evening on the theme Guinching at the Nocturnes. The city center will transform for the occasion with numerous activities while maintaining the recipe that makes these summer evenings successful.
On the program:
From 5 PM: Boule lyonnaise & pétanque
Enjoy two courts to watch demonstrations, participate in initiations, and share
a friendly moment with the Thonon Boules Club.
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM: Les Amis de l’Accordéon live
A festive and friendly instrument to start the evening in a warm atmosphere.
8 PM – 9 PM: Les Valseuses Roberta & Bernadette
Heading for glory! A sparkling, funny, and energetic duo.
9:30 PM – 11 PM: Caravane Guinguette
Between local songs and music from elsewhere… In a caravan at the bottom of the garden, a
real musical feast.
Practical info: Friday August 7, 2026, from 5 PM, in the city center of Thonon-les-Bains. Free access.
Saturday, August 8
Marlens Pond Festival – Marlens
On Saturday, August 8, 2026, the pond of Marlens, in Val de Chaise, will host a full day of festivities open to all. In a particularly pleasant natural setting, locals and visitors can enjoy activities, a folk dance, refreshment stalls, and a spectacular fireworks display to close the evening.
The festivities will begin in the afternoon with the Black Pearl Challenge, a friendly event that will bring crews together for various trials. After the award ceremony, the celebration will continue in the evening in a warm atmosphere by the water, before the traditional fireworks display.
Practical information:
- Date: Saturday, August 8, 2026
- From 2:30 PM: crew setup for the Black Pearl Challenge
- 3 PM: start of challenges
- 5:45 PM: medal ceremony
- From 6 PM: pond festival with dance, refreshment stalls, and activities
- In the evening: fireworks
- Price: free access
- Location: Pond of Marlens, D1508, 74210 Marlens (Val de Chaise)
Between activities, music, and friendly atmosphere, this summer festival is a great opportunity to share a moment with family or friends in one of the most pleasant sites in the area. The fireworks will conclude this festive day by lighting up the pond of Marlens.
Hauts-Forts Trail Morzine Avoriaz
On Saturday, August 8, 2026, the Hauts-Forts Trail returns to Morzine-Avoriaz for its 19th edition. This unmissable mountain trail event offers four routes through the spectacular landscapes of the Portes du Soleil.
Participants can choose between the Hauts-Forts Trail (50 km), the Fornet Trail (40 km), the Gold Mines Trail (23 km), or the Smugglers’ Relays (22 and 28 km). All events are listed on the ITRA calendar and offer qualifying points for the UTMB World Series.
Practical information:
- Date: Saturday, August 8, 2026
- Hours: from 6 AM to 7 PM
- Location: Avoriaz 1800 Tourist Office
- Information and registrations: Hauts-Forts Trail
- Phone: 04 50 74 02 11
Between sporting challenges and exceptional panoramas, the Hauts-Forts Trail stands out as one of the great summer events for mountain running enthusiasts.
Western Party – Doussard
On Saturday, August 8, 2026, Le Cadre, on the beach of Doussard, invites the public to experience a true American day in a western and country atmosphere.
On the program: mechanical bull, cornhole games, country music, and a special USA-inspired menu with a chicken burger and drinks specially created for the event. A friendly activity to share with family or friends, feet almost in the water.
Practical information:
- Date: Saturday, August 8, 2026
- Location: Le Cadre, Doussard beach
- Price: free activity (purchase required at Le Cadre)
- Information: 06 82 41 85 40
A great opportunity to enjoy a festive day by Lake Annecy in an atmosphere worthy of the Wild West.
Saint-Laurent Fair
On Saturday, August 8, 2026, Fillinges hosts a new edition of the Saint-Laurent Fair, one of the biggest village festivals in the valley. Every year, thousands of visitors come to discover the fair’s animals, meet farmers, stroll among artisan and local producer stalls, and enjoy numerous activities.
This edition will notably offer a mini educational farm, demonstrations on wool processing, street shows, chainsaw wood sculpture, magic, as well as activities for the whole family. Local associations will also provide catering and contribute to the friendly atmosphere that this day is known for.
Practical information:
- Date: Saturday, August 8, 2026
- Location: Fillinges
- Price: free access
- Information: 04 50 36 42 65
- All details: Saint Laurent Fair – Fillinges
Between livestock fair, crafts, local products, and activities, the Saint-Laurent Fair remains an unmissable summer event in Haute-Savoie to discover rural traditions in a warm atmosphere.
Franco-Swiss Market of Producers and Artisans – Saint-Gingolph
On Saturday, August 8, 2026, Saint-Gingolph hosts the last summer edition of its Franco-Swiss market, a unique event held on the border between France and Switzerland. Located on the André Chevallay quay, the event brings together producers, artisans, and creators in a festive atmosphere animated by music.
Visitors can stroll among the stands discovering local products, handcrafted creations, and local specialties, while enjoying an exceptional setting on the shores of Lake Geneva.
The highlight of this edition: it will be possible to embark aboard the historic boat La Savoie, a unique experience that completes this day dedicated to friendliness and exchanges between the two shores.
Practical information:
- Date: Saturday, August 8, 2026
- Hours: from 4 PM to 10 PM
- Location: Quai André Chevallay, Saint-Gingolph
- Price: free access
- Information: 07 83 13 48 85
A great summer outing idea to discover the flavors and know-how on both sides of the border, in a warm atmosphere by Lake Geneva.
Flea markets, secondhand sales, closet sales & fairs in Haute-Savoie
The season for flea markets, fairs, and other secondhand sales is in full swing in Haute-Savoie this August. Here are those for this Saturday, August 8:
- Évian-les-Bains : Flea Market All Collections: vinyl records, CDs, DVDs… Professional flea market: popular art, furniture, tableware, paintings, knickknacks… Charles De Gaulle Square, Évian-les-Bains. 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
- Thônes: Secours Populaire Clearance Sale. Sale of clothes, shoes, children’s toys, various games, books, CDs, DVDs, dishes, small household appliances, childcare accessories (strollers, car seats…). Espace Cœur des Vallées, 2 rue du Pré de Foire, 74230 Thônes. from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM.
To read: Flea markets, fairs, secondhand sales & closet sales in Haute-Savoie in August 2026
Sunday, August 9
Reblochon and Craft Fair – La Clusaz
One of the most emblematic summer events in Haute-Savoie will make its grand return on Sunday, August 9, 2026. In La Clusaz, the Reblochon and Craft Fair promises a day dedicated to Savoyard traditions, local know-how, and conviviality. Between demonstrations, period costumes, crafts, and tastings, the event attracts several thousand visitors every year.
Practical info:
- Event: Reblochon and Craft Fair
- Date: Sunday, August 9, 2026
- Hours: from 10 AM to midnight
- Location: Le Bossonnet, La Clusaz
- Price: free entry
- Audience: all public, families and children
Learn more: Reblochon and Craft Fair of La Clusaz
Threshing Festival – Monnetier-Mornex
On Sunday, August 9, 2026, the Threshing Festival returns to Monnetier-Mornex for a new edition dedicated to rural heritage and conviviality. This family event highlights traditional agricultural know-how through demonstrations, exhibitions, and many activities accessible to all.
Throughout the day, visitors can witness a traditional threshing, discover an exhibition of vintage tractors, military vehicles, motorcycles, and classic cars, as well as admire draft horses. Children will also not be forgotten with activities specially organized for them.
A refreshment stall and a catering area will also be available to fully enjoy this day in a warm and authentic atmosphere.
Practical information
- Date: Sunday, August 9, 2026
- Time: from 10 AM
- Price: free access
- Location: 115 chemin de Saint-Georges, 74560 Monnetier-Mornex
The Threshing Festival is the perfect opportunity to discover or rediscover Haute-Savoie’s agricultural traditions in a festive, friendly, and intergenerational atmosphere. An unmissable event for heritage lovers as well as families looking for an original outing.
Lumberjacks Festival – La Chapelle-d’Abondance
On Sunday, August 9, 2026, La Chapelle-d’Abondance celebrates woodworking and mountain craftsmanship during its traditional Wood Festival. This friendly day highlights artisanal trades, local traditions, and spectacular demonstrations, with many activities for the whole family.
One of the day’s highlights will be the lumberjack competition, which starts at 3 PM. Participants will compete in three events mixing strength, precision, and technique, before a big final around 5 PM.
Visitors can also watch wood carving demonstrations, discover an artisan exhibition, participate in workshops introducing leatherwork and leather goods, as well as enjoy creative workshops and a raffle.
The musical atmosphere will be provided by the French-Australian band Switch Cult, who will play blues-rock and classic rock hits from the 1970s to today, with two concerts scheduled at 12:30 PM and after the competition final.
Another spectacular moment: a paragliding air show will complete this festive day. A refreshment stall and catering areas will also be available on site.
Practical information:
- Date: Sunday, August 9, 2026
- Hours: from 10 AM to 6:30 PM
- Location: La Panthiaz, 74360 La Chapelle-d’Abondance
- Price: free access
Between demonstrations of know-how, crafts, music, and activities, the Wood Festival is a must-see summer event in the Chablais region. An ideal outing to discover mountain traditions in a warm and family-friendly atmosphere.
Great Local Products and Crafts Market – Habère-Poche
On Sunday, August 9, 2026, the ski lift parking lot of the Habères, in Habère-Poche, will host a large market of local producers and artisans. This summer event highlights local know-how and terroir products in a friendly atmosphere, in the heart of the Green Valley.
More than 60 exhibitors will be present to showcase their creations and specialties. Visitors can stroll among the stands of producers, creators, and artisans, searching for local products, handmade objects, or original gift ideas.
The market is exclusively for producers, creators, and artisans, ensuring an authentic and quality offer. A refreshment stall and a small catering area will also allow visitors to fully enjoy the day.
Practical information:
- Date: Sunday, August 9, 2026
- Hours: from 10 AM to 6 PM
- Price: free access
- Location: Ski lift parking lot of the Habères, Route du Bois Noir, 74420 Habère-Poche
Whether you are a fan of terroir products, local crafts, or simply looking for a friendly outing, this great market is a wonderful opportunity to meet regional producers and creators while enjoying the summer atmosphere of the Habères.
Village Festival – Megève
On Sunday, August 9, 2026, Megève celebrates its heritage with a big village festival dedicated to traditions and old crafts. The village center will come alive with craft demonstrations, street shows, and family activities.
On the program: wood-fired bread baking, Savoyard cake tasting, blacksmith, seamstresses, old-style skiing demonstrations, farm animals, vintage vehicle exhibition, wooden games, workshops for children, musical parades, and many others around traditional skills.
Practical information:
- Date: Sunday, August 9, 2026
- Hours: activities all day
- Location: Megève village center (74120)
- Price: free access
A wonderful day to discover or rediscover Savoyard traditions in a friendly atmosphere, in the heart of one of the most beautiful villages of Haute-Savoie.
Fête de l’Aiguille 2026 in Manigod
On Sunday, August 9, 2026, Manigod hosts a new edition of the Fête de l’Aiguille, an unmissable event to discover Savoyard traditions in a warm and friendly atmosphere.
Throughout the day, visitors can attend a mass, demonstrations of sheep shearing, hand milking of cows, and reblochon cheese making, as well as demonstrations of old woodworking trades. A sportive lumberjack competition, activities, a raffle, a refreshment stall, and catering areas will complete the program.
The festivities will begin the day before with the Bal de la Fête Sous l’Aiguille, organized on Saturday, August 8, from 7 PM, on the theme of country music.
Practical information:
- Date: Sunday, August 9, 2026 from 10:30 AM
- Location: Sous l’Aiguille, Manigod
- Price: free entry
- Information: 06 43 63 78 36
A wonderful day to discover traditional know-how, mountain traditions, and share a festive moment with family or friends.
Flea markets, secondhand sales, closet sales & fairs in Haute-Savoie
The season for flea markets, fairs and other secondhand sales is in full swing in Haute-Savoie this August. Here are those for this Sunday, August 9:
- Annecy : Farfouille de Vieugy Flea Market. 95 Route de Vieugy, Annecy. Setup starting at 6 AM.
More vehicles allowed on site from 8 AM. Site access closed for setup and removal of bulky items. Registration by phone: 06 46 47 72 38 - Chamonix-Mont-Blanc : Joel’s Flea Markets. Place Edmond Desailloud. From 7 AM to 5 PM. No reservation, no vehicle at the stand, car access €20, car + trailer or van access €30.
- Desingy : The Desingy Festival Committee organizes its annual flea market on Sunday, August 9, from 8 AM to 4 PM. Many private exhibitors will offer clothes, objects, books, toys, and bargains in a friendly village festival atmosphere. On-site: activities, refreshment stall, light catering all day and evening meal to extend the moment.
- Évian-les-Bains : Flea Market All Collections: vinyl records, CDs, DVDs… Professional flea market: popular art, furniture, tableware, paintings, knickknacks… Charles De Gaulle Square, Évian-les-Bains. 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
- Les Gets : Friends of La Turche Flea Market. 920 route de la turche 74260 Les Gets. From 8 AM to 6 PM
- Morzine : Flea Market of the History and Heritage Association. Place de l’office du tourism, Morzine. From 9 AM to 6 PM
- Saint-Gervais-les-Bains : Saint Nicolas Flea Market. Route de Saint-Nicolas de Véroce, Saint-Nicolas-de-Véroce, Saint-Gervais-les-Bains. From 8 AM to 2 PM
To read: Flea markets, fairs, secondhand sales & closet sales in Haute-Savoie in August 2026
Markets of Haute-Savoie
Many markets take place throughout the week and weekend in the department, find the list here: Markets of Haute-Savoie
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