from 20 November 2026
to 24 December 2026

The Flying Santa Claus

A magical, free show above Lake Geneva.

Santa Claus takes to the skies above Montreux for a musical event unlike any other in the world.

Flying Santa

Straight from his Rochers-de-Naye’s Home, Santa Claus takes to the skies, carried by his faithful reindeer, to reach the sparkling quays of Montreux Noël.

In a ballet of lights above Lake Geneva, he flies over the crowd to greet young and old alike and sing his famous song.

The magic flight schedule :

Monday to Friday

5 p.m., 6 p.m. and 7 p.m.

Weekend

An extra flight at 16h00

4 p.m., 5 p.m., 6 p.m. and 7 p.m.

December 24th

Two special performances at 4:00 pm and 5:00 pm before his world tour !

Where to look?


Location: Santa Claus takes off between the CGN landing stage and the Market Square.

Price: attraction is completely free

Frequently asked questions

The best spot is on the quayside, between the Freddie Mercury statue and the Ferris Wheel. You’ll have a perfect view of it taking off and flying over the crowd.

Yes! Santa Claus is prepared for rain. Only extreme weather conditions (storms or high winds) can force the organization to cancel a flight for safety reasons. If in doubt, check our Instagram stories for the latest live updates.

After his spectacular flight, Santa Claus returns to his home. For a more intimate encounter and a souvenir photo, we recommend visiting him at his house in Rochers-de-Naye.

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