From 21 June to 28 September 2014
Top Event: A global event. One of the biggest events in Switzerland and Europe in all categories. Thousands of spectators, media from around the world. An absolute must for an unforgettable experience.
Summer Festival: A rich sunmer programm, full of celebrations, colorful activities and festive events, conceived and directed by Crans-Montana Tourisme & Congress. And attractive packages, for a summer even more vibrant in Crans-Montana.
Not to be missed: A unique collection of events in culture, sports, ethnic and fun. Not to be missed. Strong, genuine emotions. Only in Crans-Montana, the capital for alpine events.
Subject to change Contact: Crans-Montana Tourism & Congress P.O. Box 372 3963 Crans-Montana 1 information@crans-montana.ch www.crans-montana.ch Tel. +41 (0)848 22 10 12
june - september
Crans-Montana Football Camps
National football clubs and world-famous teams’ trainings. MSM Football c/o Marketing & Sport Management +4127 480 44 30 www.msmfootball.ch
„Surrealism and primitive art.
13 june - 5 october A family resemblance.”
The summer exhibition at the Pierre Arnaud Foundation in Lens invites adults and children on a journey into the imagination of the surrealists, on the traces of primitive art. Playbook available for families and numerous animations. (Information and bookings at www.fondationpierrearnaud.ch) The terrace of the restaurant Indigo invites you to extend your stay and enjoy the panorama. Fondation Pierre Arnaud, Centre d’Art +4127 483 46 10 www.fondationpierrearnaud.ch
juneThe Crans-Montana Terrific
14 - 15 14 - 15
Relay race. Association Terrific +4127 481 14 80 www.leterrific-crans-montana.ch
Place aux Art´istes
62nd „Amicale des fanfares de la noble et louable contrée”, a gathering of local brass bands. Fanfare Cécilia www.cecilia-chermignon.ch
17, 20, 23, 26, 29
Ambassadors of Music USA
Free 14 concerts given by young American students. Etang Long, 20:30 Ambassadors of Music +4127 481 29 85
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All summer long you’ll find a chic, sporty,
ust real sand beach in the centre of the resort! 20 june - 24 Aug The place to be for families and beach lovers. White sand, a lake, b Clu ch Bea na nta Mo nsCra deckchairs, games and entertainment for all ages. Free Access. with waterskiing Etang Long, 11:00 - 21:00 Crans-Montana Tourisme & Congress +41 (0)848 22 10 12 www.crans-montana.ch/summerfestival
15th World University
22 - 27 Golf Championship
Severiano Ballesteros course WUC Golf 2014 www.wucgolf2014.com
5 July - 17 august
Crans-Montana Loisirs Junior Park
Arena for children aged 6 to 12 years. Ycoor mall, 11:00 - 19:00 Loisirs Junior Park +4179 220 43 64 www.loisirs-park.com
july
02, 05, 08, 11, 14, 17, 20, 23, 26
Ambassadors of Music USA Free 14 concerts given by young American students. Etang Long, 20:30 Ambassadors of Music +4127 481 29 85
04 United States Independence Day Mechanical rodeo bull riding and American-style stands and music. The Texas Lone Stars (Ambassadors of Music USA) will be giving a free concert at 20:30 followed by a fireworks display. Crans-Montana Beach Club, 16:00 - 20:00 Crans-Montana Tourisme & Congress +41 (0)848 22 10 12 www.crans-montana.ch/summerfestival
04 - 05
IcogneJazz
Magnificent musical celebration. On-site food service available throughout the event. Centre of Icogne, 18:00 IcogneJazz +4179 378 04 19 www.icognejazz.ch
09, 16, 23, 30 s na Celebrate Crans-Monta and Bibi with Families Bibi the marmot, the Crans-Montana mascot, welcomes families to join him for some great themed fun every Wednesday. Big surprises, magic shows, circus performances and much more await. Ycoor mall, 14:00 - 17:00 Crans-Montana Tourisme & Congress +41 (0)848 22 10 12 www.crans-montana.ch/summerfestival
Crans-Montana Festival featuring Zumba® 11 - 13 Fitness Classes CRANS MONTANA & Z Studio present the third edition of the Crans Montana Festival featuring Zumba® Fitness Classes. This attractive package includes accommodation. For more information, call 027 485 04 44 or e-mail reservation@crans-montana.ch. Registration is required for classes. Tennis court, Le Régent Congress Centre Crans-Montana Tourisme & Congress +41 (0)848 22 10 12 www.crans-montana.ch/summerfestival
13
Bastille Day
Entertainment, stands, French music and a fireworks display to round off the day. Grenon car park, 16:00 - 22:30
13 Soirée Miss France 2014
Dine under the distinguished patronage of His Excellency Etienne Barrault, Consul of France in Sion (booking required). With the exceptional presence of Miss Flora Coquerel, Miss France 2014. Pre-dinner drinks, buffet dinner and dancing, with fireworks from 22:15 onwards. Restaurant the Crans Ambassador, from 19:00 onwards Crans-Montana Tourisme & Congress +41 (0)848 22 10 12 www.crans-montana.ch/summerfestival
18, 25
Crans-Montana Street Parties
Every Friday, local produce and entertainment available. Avenue de la Gare and Ycoor mall, 10:00 - 19:00 Deprez photo services +4127 481 22 13 www.deprezphoto.ch
Crans-Montana Rip Curl 19 Cablewake Contest Cable water skiing competition at the Crans-Montana Beach Club, the highest cable water skiing in Europe (1,500m). Free admission for spectators. Crans-Montana Beach Club Rip Curl Pro Store & Internet Corner +4127 481 22 22 www.rcmontana.ch Convertible Paradise brings together a collection
of classic and contemporary convertible cars by Crans-Montana way of a public exhibition of exceptional and se adi Par le original vehicles. Convertib Bookings and registration at: 0 19 - 2 reservation@crans-montana.ch
Lac Grenon Crans-Montana Tourisme & Congress +41 27 485 04 44 reservation@crans-montana.ch/summerfestival
20 Belgian
National Day
Belgian specialities and entertainment. Ycoor mall, from 11:00 onwards Crans-Montana Tourisme & Congress +41 (0)848 22 10 12 www.crans-montana.ch/summerfestival
28.06 > 19.10
Crans-Montana Bike
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11-12-13.07
Crans-Montana Zumba
from CHF 140.-
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26 - 27 Crans-Montana A2 Beach Volley Tournament Featuring the best teams in Switzerland. Women on Saturday and men on Sunday. Free admission for spectators. Crans-Montana Beach Club, 10:30 - 17:30 Crans-Montana Tourisme & Congress +41 (0)848 22 10 12 www.crans-montana.ch/summerfestival
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Summer Concert
Parade from 18:15 onwards and concert at 18:30. Place des Charmettes Fanfare Edelweiss de Lens www.fanfare-edelweiss.ch
august 01 Crans-Montana Swiss National Day
01, 08, 15, 22
Swiss National Day in the streets of Crans-Montana. Entertainment, brass bands, music and food service available. Parade. Fireworks display and water show from 22:15 onwards. Crans-Montana Tourisme & Congress +41 (0)848 22 10 12 www.crans-montana.ch/summerfestival
Crans-Montana Street Parties
Every Friday, local produce and entertainment available. Avenue de la Gare and Ycoor mall, 10:00 - 19:00 Deprez photo services +4127 481 22 13 www.deprezphoto.ch
Crans-Montana 31.07 02.08, 03.08 Water Show Water show of 10 minutes in length. Shows at 16:00, 17:00 and 18:00 the day. Lake Grenon, from 22:15 onwards in the evening Crans-Montana Tourisme & Congress +41 (0)848 22 10 12 www.crans-montana.ch/summerfestival
Opening concert
With the Camerata de Genève. Director David Greilsammer, soloist Yaron Hermann, piano. Festival Les Sommets du ClassiquE +4127 483 32 78 www.sommets-du-classique.ch
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02
A Crazy Race for All Ages
Crans-Montana and the Montana and Randogne Committees for Sport & Culture present a crazy Bobby-Car and office chair race for participants of all ages. Stands and entertainment. Prizes for the fastest and best-looking to be awarded! Engines are prohibited and helmets and protective gear are mandatory. Registration on site or via e-mail. In front of the Swiss Ski School Montana, from 14:00 onwards Crans-Montana and the Montana and Randogne Committees for Sport & Culture descentefolle@outlook.com
03
Crans-Montana Classics Summer Season Opening Concert
OFI – Orchestra Filarmonica Italiana. CHF 80.-/50.-/30.Le Régent Congress Centre, 20:30 Association Crans-Montana Classics +4127 480 36 93 www.cmclassics.ch
03
Pétanque Tournament
Informal pétanque doubles tournament. Limited number of teams. Registration is required. Crans-Montana Beach Club Crans-Montana Tourisme & Congress +41 (0)848 22 10 12 www.crans-montana.ch/summerfestival
05
Yves and Florence Angelloz
Peaceful songs performed by Yves Angelloz, accompanied by his wife by flute and piano. Festival Les Sommets du ClassiquE +4127 483 32 78 www.sommets-du-classique.ch
Violin Master Classes
05-14
Held every day except Sunday 10th August. Free admission. Hôtel Royal, 16:00 - 19:00 Association Crans-Montana Classics +4127 480 36 93 www.cmclassics.ch
06, 13
Crans-Montana Celebrates with Families and Bibi
Bibi the marmot, the Crans-Montana mascot, welcomes families to join him for some great themed fun every Wednesday. Big surprises, magic shows, circus performances and much more await. Ycoor mall, 14:00 - 17:00 Crans-Montana Tourisme & Congress +41 (0)848 22 10 12 www.crans-montana.ch/summerfestival
07
Festival Orchestra
Under the direction of Sebastian Bagnoud, Andrey Baranov solo violin. Festival Les Sommets du ClassiquE +4127 483 32 78 www.sommets-du-classique.ch
Master Classes Student Concert
08, 11, 14
09
09
Free admission. H么tel Royal, 20:30 Association Crans-Montana Classics +4127 480 36 93 www.cmclassics.ch
Midsummer Festival
Folklore and traditions in the centre of Crans. Association des OFF de Crans-Montana +4179 507 15 22 www.lesoffsdecransmontana.ch
Quatuor Coryfeye
Musicians of the music group Reine Elisabeth and Denis Sungho, guitar. Festival Les Sommets du Classique +4127 483 32 78 www.sommets-du-classique.ch
09 Private evening at the Pierre Arnaud Foundation Upon reservation (maximum 100 people) 17:30 - 19:00 : Guided tour 19:30 - 22:30 : Dinner at Restaurant Indigo Bookings at reservation@crans-montana.ch Crans-Montana Tourisme & Congress +41 (0)848 22 10 12 www.crans-montana.ch/summerfestival
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Crans-Montana Pique-nique des Chefs
Come enjoy an unforgettable gastronomic experience! Franck Reynaud, culinary ambassador of the resort and starred chef in collaboration with the following chefs, Ronan Gaillard (Hotel Guarda Golf), Pierre Crepaud (LeCrans & SPA), Paul Da Silva (Rest ‘O’ Bistro, Continental) will show you a new way of picnic! Bookings and registration at: reservation@crans-montana.ch Crans-Montana Tourisme & Congress +41 (0)848 22 10 12 www.crans-montana.ch/summerfestival
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Festival Gala Dinner
With the awardees of the Festival 2014. Festival Les Sommets du ClassiquE +4127 483 32 78 www.sommets-du-classique.ch
Cirque Helvetia
Tickets on sale 3 weeks in advance at www.ticketcorner.com or by telephone. Grand Garage car park Cirque Helvetia +4179 384 30 66 www.cirque-helvetia.ch
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11 - 16
Aurélia Khazan
Aurélia Khazan, singer, „Music and Love” accompanied by the piano. Festival Les Sommets du ClassiquE +4127 483 32 78 www.sommets-du-classique.ch
Valais Mountain Biking Trophy
6th leg in Crans-Montana. Trophée Valaisan VTT +4178 620 99 31 www.trophee-valaisan-vtt.ch
Blues@ the Lake Moubra
15, 16
Free mini Blues festival. La Moubra campsite, 16:00 - 00:00 Camping La Moubra +4127 481 28 51 www.campingmoubra.ch
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Summer Season Closing Concert
Concert by the Kyiv Soloists followed by the awarding of certificates to violin Master Class students. CHF 80.-/50.-/30.Le Régent Congress Centre, 20:00 Association Crans-Montana Classics +4127 480 36 93 www.cmclassics.ch
21
Haute Route Dolomites Swiss Alps 6th arrival stage in Crans-Montana. Place des Charmettes OC Sport www.hauteroutedolomites.org
Festival 22 - 23 Gruyère Featuring various artisans from Gruyères and the surrounding areas. Stalls offering food, fondue, local smoked ham and meringues with Gruyère double cream. Rue Centrale, Friday 17:00 - 24:00, Saturday 10:00 - 24:00 Fête de la Gruyère +4126 912 71 82 info@laiteriemoderne.ch
23 - 24 Beach-Volleyball Tournament
29-31
Limited number of teams, registration required. Crans-Montana Beach Club Crans-Montana Tourisme & Congress +41 (0)848 22 10 12 www.crans-montana.ch/summerfestival
10th Fiat 500 International Meet
Meet for Fiat 500 lovers, with games held at the resort, entertainment and dining areas. Meeting International Fiat 500 +4179 250 10 92 www.500desalpes.ch
September 04 - 07 Omega European Masters The Omega European Masters is one of the most prestigious golf competitions played on European soil. Located in Crans-Montana in the heart of the Swiss Alps, the Crans-sur-Sierre Golf Club will play host to this internationally renowned golf tournament for the 68th time from 4th to 7th September 2014. It is undoubtedly the most spectacular course on the European Tour schedule. This September date is also a point of interest for spectators. In addition to the high-level sport on offer, members of the public will also be able to enjoy the idyllic surroundings and friendly atmosphere of this golf course in the mountains. A unique and unforgettable experience. Severiano Ballesteros golf course Omega European Masters +4127 484 21 44 www.omegaeuropeanmasters.com
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Le Temps du Cornalin
Celebration of the oldest and most prestigious red wine in Valais. Flanthey Association des Encaveurs de Flanthey +4127 458 12 14 www.letempsducornalin.ch
The Crans-Montana „Désalpe”
The legendary return of Herens cows from their Alpine pastures, featuring a parade, stands, cheese for sale, raclettes, musical performances and folk entertainment. Crans Crans-Montana Tourisme & Congress +41 (0)848 22 10 12 www.crans-montana.ch
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Crans-Montana Tea Dances
Tea Dances for senior citizens aged 50 and over. Scandia Hall, 14:00 - 18:00 Association des OFF de Crans-Montana +4179 507 15 22 www.lesoffsdecransmontana.ch
27 - 28
Jeep-Heep-Heep
Collection of American Jeeps of all makes and models. On-site children’s entertainment. Dining areas and bar. Crans-Cry d’Er car park, from 08:00 on Saturday and from 08:30 on Sunday Jeep Heep Heep +4179 628 28 83 www.jeep-heep-heep.ch
october Trail des Patrouilleurs
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First ever ‘Trail des Patrouilleurs’ will take place up in the heights of Crans-Montana. It features an Alpine tour with three routes on offer, of 15, 25 and 40 kilometres respectively, in teams of two or three, as well as a version for children. Trail des Patrouilleurs +4127 565 37 47 www.traildespatrouilleurs.ch
Crans-Montana Tea Dances
Tea Dances for senior citizens aged 50 and over. Scandia Hall, 14:00 - 18:00 Association des OFF de Crans-Montana +4179 507 15 22 www.lesoffsdecransmontana.ch
Rallye International du Valais, Crans-Montana leg Crans-Montana leg: Mollens-Aminona Créta d’Asse-Plumachit-Courtavex-Violettes (closed to traffic between 14:00 and 18:00 AVSR +4127 203 00 60 www.riv.ch
www.omegaeuropeanmasters.com
Golf-Club Crans-sur-Sierre
Association Suisse de Golf