On December 22, L’Envol des Pionniers gets into the spirit of the Roaring Twenties to celebrate Christmas

On Sunday December 22, 2024, L’Envol des Pionniers invites you to dive into the festive and retro atmosphere of the 20s with its open house event “The Christmas of L’Envol des Pionniers”. This free event, which attracted 1,600 visitors last yearpromises a day rich in activities and discoveries for the whole family.

A day of festivities for young and old

From 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., visitors will be able to enjoy a multitude of activities. In the family area, the little ones will be able to participate in wooden airplane manufacturing workshopsof the giant games and makeup sessions. A photo space with video booth will allow everyone to immerse themselves in a 1920s setting and immortalize these festive moments. The trio of singers Les Christmas Mademoiselles will liven up their day musical numbersbringing a touch of magic and nostalgia. The youngest will try their hand at the game of weighing Christmas mail to perhaps win gifts, while the older ones will discover the Occitanie high school project. reconstruction of a legendary aircraft…

Last days for temporary exhibitions

In addition to the activities, visitors will be able to (re)discover the permanent exhibition, and enjoy the last days of the two temporary exhibitions. The exhibition “Pierre Georges Latécoère, the future has wings!” highlights the audacity and innovation of this visionary, pioneer of Toulouse aviation. The opportunity to slip into your costume, and imagine the plane of the future thanks to a interactive device.

Accessible until December 29, the “Night Flight” exhibition presents rare copies of Antoine de Saint Exupéry’s bookbound by hand by artistic artisans, offering a unique insight into the world of this famous writer and aviator.

A journey through time and the history of aviation

L’Envol des Pionniers, located at 6 Rue Jacqueline Auriol in Toulouse, is an emblematic place which traces the history of aviation pioneers. By visiting this site, visitors can relive the exploits of the first aviators et discover how Toulouse became an aeronautics capital. The Flight of the Pioneers Christmas is a unique opportunity to celebrate this rich history while enjoying the Christmas spirit!