August 7, 2027 Approximate dates
Lake Festival 2027
An evening pyrotechnic show over Lake Annecy, held once a year in early August.
What happens
Annecy’s Fête du Lac has been held since the 19th century. On the first Saturday of August, a large pyrotechnic show with music and a storyline is staged over the lake. Grandstand seats by the lake are sold in advance, and admission to the festival areas on the shore also requires a ticket. The town is very busy that evening.
During the day, explore Annecy’s old town, Savoie cheeses such as Reblochon and Beaufort, and Savoie wines. Hotels for this night are booked months in advance.
Where
the shores of Lake Annecy, the Baie d’Albigny and the quays.
Open map ↗Schedule
| the first Saturday in August: 7 August is expected in 2027, following tradition, but has not yet been officially announced. | An evening show lasting about 1 hour 30 minutes, with fireworks over the water and music, starting after 21:30. |
Getting there
- from Paris, take a TGV to Annecy, about 3 hours 40 minutes.
- Geneva Airport is about 45 minutes away by car.
- The centre is closed to traffic in the evening, and trains and buses are crowded after the show.
Tickets and admission
paid admission for seated and standing areas; in 2026, prices ranged from €15.50 to €60. Ticket sales open in June.
Tips
- tickets sell out quickly, so watch for sales opening.
- Arrive 2 hours before the start.
- During the day, explore Annecy’s old town and swim in the lake.