Winter Festival 2026 in Annecy
From 26 to 28 December 2026, the Impérial Palace will host a new edition of the Impérial Christmas Festival, a not-to-be-missed cultural event in Annecy taking place between Christmas and New Year’s Eve, featuring three exceptional evenings.
Whether you are staying at the hotel or visiting for the evening, enjoy a timeless moment combining jazz, classical music and comedy.
Imperial Christmas Festival Programm
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Saturday, December 26: Denise King & Michel Pastre (Jazz)
Originally from Philadelphia, jazz singer Denise King captivates audiences with her warm voice, charisma and natural swing. Accompanied by saxophonist Michel Pastre and three talented musicians, she celebrates the great tradition of American vocal jazz.
From timeless standards and inspired improvisations to moving ballads, this quintet promises a vibrant performance, driven by musical chemistry and the irresistible energy of jazz.
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Sunday, December 27: Ensemble Squillante (Classical)
With hanting melodies and expressive dance, this show offers a vibrant immersion into the world of Spanish music, where sound and movement come together with its programme Spain, Ensemble Squillante celebrates the richness of Spanish sounds and the passion of flamenco. Musicians, a singer, a pianist, percussionists and a flamenco dancer come together for a colourful and captivating performance. Blending fiery rhythms, encintensity.
- Monday, December 28: Viktor Vincent (Mentalism)
With Mental Circus, mentalist Viktor Vincent draws audiences into a mysterious world where the boundaries between intuition, illusion and reality begin to blur.
Inspired by the circuses of the past, this show combines astonishing experiments, mind-reading and seemingly impossible predictions in an elegant production where suspense, humour and poetry intertwine. A fascinating experience that invites audiences to explore the mind’s extraordinary and unsuspected powers
Practical information
- Concert / show at 6:30 pm each evening at Salle de l’Europe
- Tickets from €14 to €30 (depending on seating and conditions – details on the flyer)
- Advance booking required online or at the hotel reception
- Online ticket office available
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Numbered seats
Information and reservation +33 (0)4 50 09 38 88 or per email