A mix of high-level sporting performances, mountain traditions and wildly festive events, les 2 Alpes is once again one of the liveliest spots in the Alps this summer. From May to August, the resort has a packed calendar of events to suit all ages and tastes. Get your diaries ready!
MAY: spring snowboarding and committed young people
- 10 to 18 May: World Rookie Tour - Spring Rookie Camp
Young riders from all over the world are meeting in the snowpark at an altitude of 3,400 m to open the 2025/2026 season with style and acrobatic tricks.
JUNE: Rides, respect and adrenaline
- 6 June: Rubbish collection day
A community initiative run in partnership with Mountain Riders to clean up the mountain before holidaymakers arrive. - 20 to 22 June: Red Bull X-Alps
A legendary stage in this crossing of the Alps by paraglider and on foot. The world's best athletes pass through Les 2 Alpes on their 1,283 km journey! - 20 to 22 June: Mountain of Hell - 24ᵉ edition
The cult event for downhill mountain bikers. Mass-start at 3,200 m altitude, 2,300 m of D-: a Dantesque race.
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- 19 to 21 June: Mountain of Hell E-Bike
A new event for fans of electrically assisted bikes. - 21 June: Skateboarding Day
Contest and urban atmosphere to celebrate all things board sports. - 21-22 June: MOH Kids
Riders aged 9 to 14 also take up the challenge on their own version of the Mountain of Hell.
JULY: girls power, speed and mechanical shows
- 12 to 13 July: Girls Shredding Days
Ride with the girls, alongside Isabeau Courdurier, VTT 2 Alpes ambassador. - 12 to 13 July: Vintage Motor Show
Dive into retro with some sublime vintage cars. - 14 July: Bastille Day
Entertainment and fireworks to celebrate 14 July at altitude. - 16 to 19 July: French DHI Mountain Bike Championships
France's downhill mountain biking elite meet in Les 2 Alpes for an explosive show.
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- 21 to 25 July: Le Défi de la Muzelle
A 50-100km stage trail to test your limits in the Oisans. - 26 to 27 July: Urban DH - 2nd edition
Adrien Loron invites the world's best to an urban mountain bike show. - 26 to 27 July: King of Plaza
Skateboarding competition in the heart of the resort, organised by the Deux Alpes Skate Krew. - 29 July: Oisans Col Series
A legendary ascent of the 2 Alpes bends by bike, without cars. A magical experience.
AUGUST: Alpine culture, fun and traditions
- 2 to 8 August: Moves on the Top - 2nd edition
A dance festival for all levels, with classes, shows and infectious energy. - 2 and 3 August: Hay Festival - 32nd edition
Back to tradition: goat milking, open-air mass, country parades and demonstrations. - 3 to 8 August: Les Parcours de la Muzelle
Solo or in a team, complete as many trail routes as you can in 130 hours! - 9 August: Dual Slalom by Back in Bike
A spectacular, technical race in a good-natured spirit. - 11 August: Hiking, Keep smiling
Solidarity outing in aid of two associations helping sick children.
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- 12 August: Fête du Lac du Plan
Entertainment and festivities around one of the most beautiful stretches of water in the area. - 14 to 17 August: Trophée des 2 Alpes (Golf)
Friendly competition organised by the local Golf Club. - 17 to 23 August: Tour des 6 Vallées de l'Oisans
A 7-day, 170km, 10,000m+ stage trail: the ultimate summer ultra. - 23 to 24 August: DH Kids Cup - 2nd edition
The young downhillers compete against each other on a course that's just right for them. - 25 August: Café Boys Race
Disguises, obstacles and filled trays: fun at its best!
Village festivals: honouring tradition
In Venosc :
- 17 July: Crystal Festival
- 24 July: Craftsmen's Festival
- 31 July: Fête des Colporteurs
- 7 August: Honey Festival
- 14 August: Wood Festival
- 21 August: Venosc Festival
In Mont-de-Lans :
- 15 August: Patron saint's day
Every Friday: the Crazy Race
From 6 July to 29 August, join us at 7pm for a mini-bike race that's as zany as it is festive. Laughter guaranteed! The grand finale takes place on 29 August.