A festive ski resort is coming to the outskirts of Paris for lovers of dancing, cheese, and mulled wine.

What does this frosty day involve?

From noon to midnight, the party is in full swing with two stages hosting a carefully curated program. And watch out, the temperature is going to SOAR: the lineup is spinning like a Beyblade top, from chill green slopes to black runs. Exit David Guetta, hello David Gouda. Here, we serve up a refined sound: brass band, electro, pop, Eurodance... a veritable musical avalanche bringing together artists who promise to set the turntables and dancefloors alight.

A whole day of sound, mulled wine, and a melting dance floor. A musical split à la Mad Jacques, where everything ends up melting: cheese, snow, and you too.

What is the concept behind this mountain village festival?

The Mad Jacques collective is all about creating summer village festivals in remote locations. This time, they thought: why not do a 12-hour version to kick off winter? The result: a giant après-ski party without the mountains but with everything else: mulled wine, fondue, glitter, and brass bands. Here, the mountains are a state of mind: between two DJ sets, you can go from the dance floor to the raclette stand, from the mulled wine bar to the fluorescent ski suit contest. A festival? No. A collective expedition into joy and melted (snow).

But Mad Jacques is much more than just music. The entertainment promises total madness: a fondue string contest (dental floss is strictly prohibited, just so you know), inflatable sled races, giant karaoke, glittery disco bingo, génépi-pong, "Hot Cheese" (a spicy cheese tasting concept), après-ski throwing, and even "Question pour un Montagnard" (Question for a Mountain Dweller), which tests your knowledge of the Alps. In short, everything you need for a memorable day with friends or family.

What can you eat at Mad Jacques?

Don't miss out on the gourmet side of the event. Cheese is king in this urban ski resort: flowing fondue, generous raclette and other mountain specialties await you. Mulled wine flows freely to warm hearts (and throats) between dances on the dance floor. The organizers have pulled out all the stops with authentic local cuisine that showcases mountain products. We have to admit, just thinking about it makes our mouths water.

If you like unusual parties in Paris, Mad Jacques ticks all the boxes. It joins the list of events that combine gastronomy and music in the capital and its region.

Why come to Mad Jacques Montagne?

After 15 Mad Jacques events organized in 2025, you can count on the collective to pull out all the stops for the last event of the year. You're welcome even if you don't have your snowflake, because it will be the biggest descent of the year (and not off-piste). Mulled wine in Paris is priceless. And let's be honest, you haven't really lived until you've taken part in an inflatable sled race in an urban ski resort accessible by subway.

How much does it cost to get in and how do I book?

Tickets start at €30 for 12 hours of partying. A pretty reasonable price when you consider the value for money: live music, non-stop DJ sets, endless entertainment, and mountain feasting. And good news for Sortiraparis readers: you can get a €5 discount with the promo code MJM-SORTIRAPARIS when you book.

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How to get there

Getting to this festive summit couldn't be easier: take metro line 7 to the Fort d'Aubervilliers terminus. No need for a ski pass or chairlift, your Navigo pass is all you need. Le Point Fort is located at 174 avenue Jean-Jaurès in Aubervilliers, about 20 minutes from central Paris.

What should you wear for the evening?

The dress code is clear: dig out your fluorescent jumpsuit from the closet—your Uncle Claude's 1970s one will do the trick. Moon boots are welcome, as are vintage ski accessories. The idea? To recreate the colorful and uninhibited atmosphere of retro ski resorts, à la Les Bronzés. No fuss, just good vibes and self-deprecation. Put on your jumpsuit, warm up your calves and your smile: Jacques will take care of the rest.

In short, if you're looking for a great plan for a different kind of Saturday in November, Mad Jacques Montagne is the obvious choice. It's the kind of experience you have once and still talk about months later. Between the crazy concept, the carefully curated music program, the offbeat entertainment, and the mountain cuisine, all the ingredients are there for a memorable day. Hurry up and reserve your spot before the resort sells out.