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Christmas in Monaco

Experience the magic of Christmas in the Principality!

As the festive season approaches, Monaco dons its finest finery and dresses up to celebrate the enchantment of winter on the shores of the Mediterranean.

Christmas Village – “Teddy Bear Country

From Friday 5 December 2025 to Sunday 4 January 2026 – Port Hercule

As the days grow shorter and the sky unfurls its great black canvas, the magic of Christmas gently envelops the Principality. This year, Monaco is inviting young and old alike to escape to teddy bear country.

Port Hercule will be transformed into a cocoon of softness and magic, where locals and visitors alike will be invited to enjoy one of the warmest moments of the year.

With irresistible treats, original gift ideas and enchanting decorations, fairy-tale lovers will discover a winter stroll where the world of teddy bears will take over the heart of the Principality. From the illuminated chalets to the sweet smells of the stalls, from the festive entertainment to the family attractions, everything will be designed to offer an enchanted journey to the heart of childhood.

The Monaco ice rink

From Friday 5 December 2025 to Sunday 1 March 2026 – Port Hercule

Long awaited… here it is again! The ice rink returns to Port Hercule this winter. From December 5, the opening day of the Christmas Village, children of all ages will be able to put on their skates in the heart of the Principality, nestled between the Rock and the Casino de Monte-Carlo.

Equipped with a retractable tarpaulin and optimised energy regulation, the ice rink promises unique moments until 1 March 2026.

It’s an ideal winter and ice interlude to share with family, friends or couples.

This year, the magic of Christmas will be musical in Monte-Carlo

In Monte-Carlo, the festive season began at the end of November with the illumination of the Place du Casino. Giant snow globes, a monumental Christmas tree, new skits, sound and light shows and visits from Father Christmas will set the heart of Monaco beating. The carols sung by Father Christmas and his choir will add a warm touch to this enchanted interlude.

The magic of Christmas will also take hold of the theatres, with programmes designed especially for the occasion.

The area around the Place du Casino is already home to magical, ephemeral chalets, where you can enjoy a gourmet break in a marvellous setting.

The Principality is definitely in the mood for exceptional shows, with some great end-of-year evenings, perfect for celebrating Christmas and New Year in a unique musical atmosphere.

Hotels celebrate the festive season

The Place du Casino will set the tone and the whole Principality will be in tune!

The Principality’s hotels are transforming themselves into festive winter settings to celebrate the festive season in style.

Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer’s establishments are competing in elegance thanks to exclusive collaborations: the Chopard Christmas tree at the Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo, Marco Traverso at the Hermitage Monte-Carlo and music boxes at the Monte-Carlo Bay Hotel & Resort. At the Columbus Monte-Carlo, the festive spirit takes a playful turn with the “Golden Ticket”, inspired by the musical Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Christmas brunches, warm atmospheres, suspended moments: all the hotels are composing their score to offer a Christmas that is as refined as it is enchanting.

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