Looking to spend the last weekend of 2025 in a festive and original way? Montpellier and the Hérault region have a multitude of exciting activities in store to help you end the year in style. From a magical winter evening in Pézenas and a last chance to discover Montpellier’s Christmas market, to a fairytale parade in Aniane, a unique drone show in La Grande Motte, and a captivating exhibition by Raymond Depardon, you’ll have no shortage of options to have fun and be amazed. Pézenas in celebration, a night under the snow: What better way to start this magical weekend than the Pézenas Winter Mega Snow Party? This Saturday, from 7 pm to 11 pm, the courtyard of Pézenas Town Hall will be transformed into a veritable dance floor under a blanket of artificial snow. With a DJ, a light show, a bar, and food available, immerse yourself in an atmosphere worthy of a ski resort. Come dressed in your finest attire and get ready for a convivial evening. Free entry. Last moments of magic at the Montpellier Christmas Market: The Montpellier Christmas Market is drawing to a close, but it still has some enchanting moments in store for you in the Place Royale du Peyrou. This Saturday from 10:30 am to 9:30 pm and Sunday until 10:30 pm, enjoy the aromas of mulled wine, Nutella crepes, and roasted chestnuts while exploring the colorful stalls. Don’t miss Kbira’s DJ set on Saturday evening and the magical tale “The Winter Lady” on Sunday morning. Free entry. Enchanting parade and fireworks in Aniane:
Aniane extends the magic of Christmas with a grand parade this Saturday at 6 pm in its town center. Organized by Compagnie Planète Vapeur and Kalice Production, this parade features spectacular costumes, light shows, and street performers, culminating in the monumental appearance of Pegasus.
To conclude this magical experience, a fireworks display will light up the sky on Sunday at 6 p.m. Free admission. A drone ballet in La Grande Motte: Discover a unique performance this Sunday at 8 p.m. on the La Grande Motte seafront withGame of Drones
. This breathtaking show combines cutting-edge technology and art, revisiting The Little Prince through a ballet of 1,000 illuminated drones. A combination of staging, storytelling, and original music will offer an experience that is both
cultural and family-friendly . Free admission, parking recommended at the Parking des Peupliers. Raymond Depardon at the Pavillon Populaire:
For photography enthusiasts, don’t miss the “Extrême Hôtel” exhibition dedicated to the work of Raymond Depardon at the
Pavillon Populaire in Montpellier, open this Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Discover his unique perspective on vibrant cities, territories in crisis, and his latest series, created in 2019 in the United States. An exhibition that will captivate and inspire. Free admission, accessible to people with reduced mobility. And why not continue your exploration of the region with ideas for outings in the coming days, for example, by checking out theblockades on the A9
or the
Gims concerts ? There are plenty of options to start 2026 off in style and full of energy!