There are numerous events in Val Thorens organised year-round. Find loads of top tips and local insights in our Val Thorens Main Events.
France's most prestigious ice-racing series stages one race each season at the French ski resort of Val Thorens.
Plus kit tests, pro-coaching, live music and parties - on and off the hill.
Skiers compete simultaneously in groups of four and hurtle down the specially prepared track as quickly as possible. Only the first two of each run are qualified for the next stage until the grand finale.
From 20th December until Christmas Eve, the enchanted world of Christmas will come to life near Father Christmas' cabin in Val Thorens, the highest resort in Europe.
A magical week at an altitude of 2,300m
Celebrate the end of the year in style with a colourful programme of entertainment and activities.
The market in Val Thorens takes place every Tuesday and Thursday during both winter and summer seasons.
Traditional torchlight descent with the ESF instructors. Arrival of Ded Moroz, the Russian Santa Claus, and Snegourochka.
A 10k race with 300 D+ elevation gain... sound like the kind of thing to get in shape for?
Throw another shrimp on the barbie Sheila! Today's the day for fancy dress, national flags and all things Australian.
Every Monday during the school holidays the ESF will wow and amaze with a daring descent, flaming torches in hand, swiftly followed by a dramatic firework show.
If you're looking for a special way of celebrating Valentine's with a loved one then Val Thorens is a great choice.
Space themed face painting and fancy dress parade for the school holidays
The day will revolve around the motto “Speedup for the protection of snow leopards.” At this Europe-wide event, you have the opportunity to collect vertical meters on designated runs to help the endangered wild cats.
Celebrate St Patrick's Day in Val Thorens where you may well find green beers being served on the piste side.
An unforgettable day of ski, snowboard or telemark across Méribel, Courchevel and Val Thorens with different races in each resort - the legendary Three Valleys Enduro promises to be a great day out!
The Dutch have been coming to Val Thorens for nearly 30 years now to ski and party like there's no tomorrow. As you can imagine, they have this week pretty perfected!
The Fête de la Musique is a celebration that takes place every summer solstice on 21st June in cities, towns and villages across France.
The Three Valleys Mountain Bike competition takes place in the 3 valleys at the start of the official summer season.
Bastille Day is celebrated across the whole of France with a bang...well, several in fact, fireworks always feature heavily.
