On Saturday, May 10, Les Sables d'Olonne will once again come alive to celebrate the epic journey of the Vendée Globe and pay tribute to the skippers of the 2024 edition, during a spectacular evening filled with emotion and festivity.

Starting at 6:30 pm, the legendary channel will burst into life with a grand nautical parade: a true sound and light show on the water, featuring 64 boats adorned with music and lights, parading in an enchanting atmosphere. At the heart of this procession, the 40 race skippers will be cheered as the heroes of an extraordinary adventure, surrounded by a fleet of iconic vessels symbolizing the region's maritime spirit. Throughout the evening, a high-energy artistic program will electrify the ambiance: fiery percussion, choreographed performances, DJ sets, and visual shows will dazzle the crowd.

At 10:30 pm, the magic will reach its peak with a breathtaking aerial show: a thousand drones will light up the sky in a hypnotic light ballet, followed by a monumental fireworks display. This grand evening will celebrate the symbolic power of the Vendée Globe: an extraordinary human and maritime odyssey, marked by self-transcendence, a spirit of adventure, and a boundless passion for the oceans.

PROGRAM

May 10, 2025

6.30 PM: Beginning of the nautical parade

10:30 PM: Aerial night show

PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Where to stand?

For the nautical parade: opt for the quays along the channel on the La Chaume or Les Sables side (the jetties will be closed for safety reasons).

For the nighttime show: settle on the beach, between the Atlantes and Travot Street — the ideal spot to fully enjoy the sound and view of the drones and fireworks.