Between cultural, musical, creative events and the enchantment of Christmas, this weekend is full of entertainment with something for everyone!
Friday, December 26, 2025
Learn Line Dancing and Country
Join a lively and exciting initiation dance session combining good humor and sharing, through country and line dance classes.
Location: Jardin Albert 1er – 2-16 avenue de Verdun – 06000 Nice
Time: from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Money “as if it were raining”
The new show by French comedian and playwright Sébastien Thiery stops in Nice. A comedy that is funny, joyful, and entertaining where money and its abundance drive a young couple insane.
Location: Théâtre des Oiseaux – 6, rue de l’Abbaye – 06300 Nice
Time: 7:30 p.m.
The Nutcracker Ballet at the Opéra de Nice
The Nutcracker returns to the Opéra de Nice for the holiday season. The renowned choreographer Benjamin Millepied presents his version of the most iconic of Christmas ballets accompanied by the Nice Philharmonic Orchestra.
Location: Opéra de Nice – 4-6 rue Saint-François de Paule – 06300 Nice
Time: 8 p.m.
Zatenna between Magic and Mentalism
Magician and mentalist Zatenna presents her brand new show “La vérité si je mens…ta liste” to discover her mysterious artistic universe that will surprise both young and old.
Location: Théâtre de l’Alphabet – 19, rue Delille – 06000 Nice
Time: 9 p.m.
Saturday, December 27, 2025
Ceramic Painting
Participate in creative and friendly workshops for ceramic painting in the festive atmosphere of the holiday season. Artwork to collect and gift to your loved ones.
Location: Jardin Albert 1er – 2-16 avenue de Verdun – 06000 Nice
Times: from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., and from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Stories of “Cold and Winter”
Discover a show at the heart of the enchanted imaginary of winter and its chill, between ice and snowflakes, which will delight the little ones.
Location: Place Rosetti – 06300 Nice
Time: from 11 a.m. to 11:25 a.m.
A Romantic Comedy in Nice
The new romantic comedy “I’d Rather We Stay Friends” written by radio and television host Laurent Ruquier arrives in Nice. On stage, artists Marjorie Falusi and Claude Traina play the touching roles of two friends who, as Valentine’s Day approaches, do not share the same feelings.
Location: Théâtre Bellecour – 14 rue Trachel – 06000 Nice
Time: 6 p.m.
Candlelight: Ed Sheeran Meets Coldplay
Experience a unique musical experience and magical candlelit evening in a magnificent location, where a string quartet will perform the most famous songs of artist and generational phenomenon Ed Sheeran and the iconic British pop-rock band Coldplay.
Location: Château de Crémat – 442 chemin de Crémat – 06200 Nice
Time: 7 p.m.
Sunday, December 28, 2025
The Live Christmas Nativity Scene
It is the last day to discover or rediscover the live Christmas nativity scene in the heart of the old town of Nice. A unique, traditionally life-sized and automated nativity scene.
Location: Place Rosetti – 06300 Nice
Time: from 10 a.m.
A Witch Who Enchants the Stage
In the warm atmosphere of the Théâtre Bellecour discover the enchanted universe of “The Witch of the Broom Closet” on stage. An interactive family tale featuring bubbling potions, flying brooms, and unexpected magical spells.
Location: Théâtre Bellecour – 14 rue Trachel – 06000 Nice
Time: 2 p.m.
A Winter Tale Full of Magic
The Hidraïssa Company of Christelle Gasiglia presents a show to share with the family to discover “The Snow Road or the True Story of the Snow Queen” based on the famous winter fairy tale filled with magic and enchantment written by Hans Christian Andersen.
Location: Place Rosetti – 06300 Nice
Time: from 3:30 p.m. to 4:15 p.m.
