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The end-of-year festivities return to the city center with magic and glitter, every weekend from December 6. This year, Christmas begins on Friday, November 28, with the opening of the Féerie de Noël, the program of festivities offered by the city of Sète. Join us in Place Léon Blum at 5:30 p.m. to discover the enchanting new decor for the festive season, which will accompany you until January 4, 2026, before enjoying a rich and varied program of entertainment from December 6 to 24. Jugglers, stilt-walkers and luminous characters, a troupe of six artists will open the Féérie with a sparkling show entitled “The Tornado”. And once again, mulled wine and hot chocolate, accompanied by delicacies, will be offered by the Town throughout the evening to warm hearts and taste buds… Highlights, day by daySaturday, December 6… Starting at 2pm, you’ll be able to enjoy a number of artistic strolls through the streets of the heart of the town:?harmony Sisters Gospel – Three singers with powerful, warm voices, accompanied by a giant polar bear, for a festive and magical moment to share with the whole family.Bubble Sisters – Two artists will amaze young and old with their giant bubbles and visual poetry. A magical moment not to be missed! Le Manège Enchanté – A whimsical quartet of musicians and their musical locomotive mischievously revisit Christmas classics and rock standards, adapted for children.At 3pm, in Place Léon-Blum, come and admire the Christmas Concert where 40 choristers and soloists will take to the stage, led by Sétois baritone Jean-Michel Balester, and invite the public to sing the greatest traditional Christmas tunes and pop music.saturday, December 13 From 2 to 6 p.m., on rue Alsace Lorraine, a fun creative workshop for children aged 3 to 12 is organized and supervised by the town’s Conseil Municipal des Jeunes (CMJ), with little surprises to tide them over until Santa arrives.2 p.mh30, rue de Strasbourg, interactive, joyful and warm, the famous puppet show “Guignol et le Père Noël” (Guignol and Santa Claus) immerses young and old in the spirit of Christmas.15h, artistic and musical strolls through the streets of the heart of town?Voice upon a time – Four a cappella singers in colorful costumes draw inspiration from the Victorian era and the tales of Charles Dickens to elegantly revisit the most beautiful Christmas songs, in both French and EnglishLe bal des Bulles – Two sparkling singers, a barrel organ and huge soap bubbles for a unique Christmas experienceballoon Sculptures – This funny little elf has no shortage of creative inspiration, and children will be able to take home some unusual creations.Santa?s hot-air balloon – A colorful crew of four enchanting characters takes the public on a wonderful musical journey to the rhythm of Christmas music.4pm, on the Place Léon-Blum stage, the afternoon?s musical show for children, “Chantons et dansons Noël” (duration approx. 1h – from 5 years). The greatest Disney classics revisited, sung and danced, accompanied by emblematic characters.Sunday, December 14From 10am to 12pm, Place Léon Blum, pastry and chocolate workshop, reserved for children aged 6 to 12. Supervised by a pastry chef. Prior registration required on 04 99 04 70 68. From 2.15pm, musical strolls through the streets of the heart of town: Christmas and Company – Five luminous artists and a sound float for a magical parade of bubbles, stilts and mischievous little elves!Princesses and superheroes – Eleven emblematic characters come together: Disney princesses and legendary superheroes, from Snow White to Spiderman, for a magical and unforgettable family momentMister and Miss Christmas – Five artists in luminous costumes, a musical cart, singing and dancing for a festive stroll to the most beautiful Christmas tunes.At 4pm, in Place Léon Blum, join us on stage for the musical show for children “Les animaux à la montagne” (duration 1h30), with distribution of papillotes and photos with the characters! A musical tale by Compagnie Body Danse.Saturday, December 20From 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Peña Bella Ciao will roam the city center, Les Halles and pedestrian streets. The local brass band is back with its ten musicians in Christmas garb. At 2.30pm, rue de Strasbourg, a new show entitled “Guignol et le Marsupilami” (Guignol and the Marsupilami).From 2.30pm, artistic and musical strolls through the streets of the heart of town: Balloon sculptures – follow a mischievous elf who’s bursting with imagination?saynètes et déambulation musicale ” Sucreries ” – Five burlesque circus artists take you on a gourmet and musical parade with their sound-system ice-cream parlour. Playful interaction, sweets, riddles and games, juggling and choreography around lollipops and candy canes.Giant bubbles “Les bulles heureuses” – Elegantly dressed in white, these two creatures on stilts offer a poetic and fascinating stroll with their giant bubbles.At 3.30pm, on the stage in Place Léon Blum, a show for young audiences: musical comedy “The Snow Queen”. An interactive, fast-paced show combining sketches, original songs and children’s favorite characters: Snow Queen, Pokémon, Beauty and the Beast, Vaïana, Rapunzel.5:30 p.m., Big light parade! Immerse yourself in the marvelous world of “Sweet Magic Christmas”, a sparkling, fairytale procession featuring a myriad of giant fairies, dancers with giant lollipops, twirling acrobats, LED jugglers and pyrotechnic effects, candy floats and hot-air balloons on stilts, creating a truly lively, enchanting and gourmet tableau.Parade from avenue Victor Hugo, via quai Louis Pasteur, quai Ph. Régy, pont Virla, quai de Lattre de Tassigny, quai de la Résistance, quai Général Durand, pont de la Savonnerie, quai Lemaresquier and quai Suquet.Sunday, December 21From 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., place Léon Blum, pastry and chocolate workshop, reserved for children aged 6 to 12. Supervised by a pastry chef. Prior registration required on 04 99 04 70 68. Don’t forget your box to take your creation away with you!From 3pm, magical strolls through the streets of the heart of town:?Fantastic Sugar – These six colorful artists and their musical wagon offer a sweet, festive and energetic stroll.Les Mascottes – Twelve characters beloved by children reunited for a magical moment: Mickey, Minnie, Stitch, Woody, Buzz, Winnie and her friends, as well as the Patrouille. Enchantment guaranteed! Little Queen Enchantment – Three singers with enchanting voices perform Gospel, Christmas and Disney tunes, accompanied by a sound tricycle.4pm, Place Léon-Blum, musical show for children on stage, “Le Chapelier Fou” (duration 1h15). A funny, interactive show full of twists and turns, where children become the heroes in charge of putting stories back in order.Monday, December 22… From 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., at Les Halles, discover the Candypep?s duo on roller skates. Two dynamic artists, dancers and actresses, dressed in brightly colored costumes, will deploy their contagious energy. From 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., at Les Halles, attend a performance by Gospel de Noël Blanc, a group of talented and energetic artists who will bring joy and light-heartedness to your visit.Wednesday, December 24 From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Peña Bella Ciao will be touring the city center, Les Halles and pedestrian streets. In addition to the highlights of the Christmas Fair, every week, on the days of the festivities, you’ll find free events for young and old, at the same time and in the same place, adding to the program! Make-up standsFrom 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and from 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., place Léon-Blum, rue Général de Gaulle and rue de Strasbourg. And Wednesday, December 24, from 11am to 4pm, place Léon Blum.offered by the City of Sète and reserved for children.Wooden games and small games of atmosphereFrom 11am to 12:30pm and from 2:30pm to 5pm, rue du 11 Novembre and rue Alsace-LorraineOn December 14, 20 and 21, from 11am to 12:30pm and from 2pm to 5:30pm, place Léon-Blum, Photo booth with Santa Claus, offered by the City and reserved for children, and Creative Christmas decoration workshops, from 3 years old. On the 13th and 20th, from 3pm to 6pm, place Léon-Blum, hot chestnuts offered by the town, and on the 21st, 5pm, mulled wine and hot chocolate offered by the town.
