Your daily schedule for the winter

Festive Market at Le Vendome

A festive market in collaboration with Chocolats Valrhona Foundation and École du Grand Chocolat in France creates a unique tradition of festive chocolate perfection. Le Vendôme Beirut, 01 369280, Rafis Al Hariri St, Beirut. Daily, 10am-10pm, 15 Dec – 6 Jan

Christmas by the lake

The beautiful Bnashii Lake in Zgharta hosts this winter festival for the 6th year. Organised by NGO Al Midan expect everything from parades and games, to theatrical plays and Christmas carols. Bnashii Lake, 06 664466, almidan.org. 15 Dec – 7 Jan

At The Rose House

An Art Exhibition by British artist Tom Young in the iconic Rose House of Manara looking at the house’s place in the city. Also featuring pieces by Noor Haydar art and a short film by Charles Kassatly. Rose House, Manara. Tue-thu, Sat 11am-7pm, Mon 15 – Tue 30

Gingerbread Artist exhibition

Supporting local artists and businesses “Gingerbread Artist” Christmas exhibition brings together local artisans, paintings, photography, artwork, Christmas arrangements, candles, jewelry, pottery and ceramics. Exode, 01 336464, equipeexode.com, Accaoui Street, Achrafieh. Mon-fri, 11am-6pm, Sat 3-6pm, 15 Dec –15 Jan