The end-of-year festivities in Monaco will officially begin on 29th November, when Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer (SBM) launches its annual Christmas celebrations under the theme La Magie de Noël. This year’s programme will centre around an all-new décor in Casino Square, with animations, festive experiences and winter charm spread throughout the Monte-Carlo SBM Resort until 6th January 2026.
Casino Square will once again be the beating heart of the holidays in Monte-Carlo, with the return of the beloved giant snow globes for one final season. Surrounding the iconic 20-metre Christmas tree, the globes will each display one of five new scenes capturing the spirit of La Magie de Noël Monte-Carlo: The Enchanted Ballet, The Christmas Choir, The Reindeer’s Tea Party, The Christmas Sky, and Midnight. Each one invites visitors to step into a whimsical world of storytelling, light and visual delight.
Children will be especially charmed by five reindeer characters—Flocon, Rose, Hercule, Stella and Rudolph—who guide visitors through the different Christmas tales. Father Christmas himself will also make appearances in Casino Square, accompanied by his traditional choir, on 20th, 21st, 24th and 25th December between 1pm and 5pm.
Every weekend in December, and daily during the school holidays, the façade of the Casino de Monte-Carlo will light up with a sound and light show featuring the reindeer characters. Shows will run every 30 minutes between 6pm and 10pm.
A Resort-wide celebration of the season
The magic won’t stop at Casino Square. Festive decorations and displays will continue along Avenue des Beaux-Arts, Allée François Blanc and One Monte-Carlo, where luxury boutiques will open daily in December, with the exception of Christmas Day. On Avenue de Monte-Carlo, a row of chalets will offer seasonal treats and decorations from 14th November to 4th January, open daily from 10:30am to 7pm and until 8pm during the holidays.
Inside the Resort’s iconic hotels, visitors can admire elegant Christmas trees and bespoke decorations, including a Chopard tree at the Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo, a Marco Traverso creation at the Hôtel Hermitage, and charming music boxes in the lobby of the Monte-Carlo Bay Hotel & Resort.
Holiday joy for families and children
SBM is also bringing festive cheer to younger guests. From 20th to 23rd December, the Hôtel Hermitage Monte-Carlo will host its Christmas Teas in the Belle Epoque Room. With creative workshops, a sweet and savoury buffet, magic shows and a visit from Father Christmas, it’s a highlight for local families. Tickets cost €100 for adults, €50 for children under 12, and are free for children under six.
At New Moods, two special events will take place on 21st December: The Christmas Dream for ages 3–7 and The Christmas Dance Party for ages 8–12.
A season for indulgence
Monte-Carlo SBM is also offering a range of gourmet experiences, from specially created holiday yule logs to an elegant Christmas Tea Time by Cedric Grolet at the Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo, available from 17th December to 4th January. The festive tea includes seasonal pastries, cakes, scones and drinks for €120 per person.
On 12th December, Pavyllon Monte-Carlo at the Hôtel Hermitage will host a special Black Truffle Dinner (€240 per person; children’s menu available on request).
Pop-ups and seasonal surprises
From 13th December to 4th January, visitors can stop by the Perrier-Jouët pop-up on Square Beaumarchais at the Hôtel Hermitage for champagne and festive fare in a whimsical setting with snow globes and music boxes. A traditional chalet will also open in the Jardins Boulingrins from 8th November to 8th March, near the carousel, offering crêpes, churros and hot drinks.
The Blue Gin chalet at the Monte-Carlo Bay Hotel & Resort returns from 18th November to 1st March, serving signature cocktails with a live DJ every evening from 6:30pm in an alpine-inspired setting with sea views.
Throughout the holiday period, the chefs of Monte-Carlo SBM will offer festive menus for Christmas and New Year’s Eve, including an ABBA Tribute concert at the Sporting Monte-Carlo to ring in 2026.
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