Christmas in paris

Launch of the 2025 Champs-Élysées Christmas lights: everything you need to know!

When will the Champs-Élysées lights be switched on in Paris in 2025? We reveal the date of the next event that marks the arrival of the holiday spirit on the most beautiful avenue in the world. And the least we can say is that there are some new features on the program.

The Christmas ice rink at Parc André Citroën is back: Patins en folie 2025

Want to skate in the open air in Paris? Head to Parc André Citroën in the 15th arrondissement from November 22, 2025, to January 4, 2026, to enjoy a real 600 m² ice rink. Here's everything you need to know.

Fééries d'Auteuil Christmas Market 2025: the Christmas market of solidarity in Paris

The historic Apprentis d'Auteuil site in the 16th arrondissement hosts Les Féeries d'Auteuil from December 6 to 14, 2025. This family Christmas market features gift ideas, concerts, creative workshops, a flea market and a nativity scene.

The 2025 Melun Christmas Market in mountain village style in Seine-et-Marne - 77

The Melun Christmas market is set up in the courtyard of the Town Hall with a mountain village atmosphere. From December 19 to 21, 2025, local artisans and producers welcome us for an alpine getaway in the heart of Seine-et-Marne.

La Samaritaine's 2025 Christmas window displays put the ribbon at the heart of the holiday season.

For Christmas 2025, La Samaritaine is transforming into a huge gift waiting to be unwrapped. From November 5 to January 6, giant ribbons and swirls will snake their way from the grand staircase to the facade, while the iconic peacock will leave its fresco on the 5th floor to join in the fun and watch over your gifts.

Christmas Market 2025 in Chilly-Mazarin (Essonne 91)

The Chilly-Mazarin Christmas market returns to the Parc de l'Hôtel-de-Ville on November 29 and 30, 2025. Around thirty exhibitors, enchanting events, a meeting with Santa Claus and a fund-raising drive will punctuate this festive weekend.

La Villette 2025 Christmas Market, a magical village for young and old alike

The La Villette Christmas Market awaits you once again in Paris, from November 20 to December 28, 2025, on the Place de la Fontaine-aux-Lions. Close to the Parc de la Villette, it's a real Christmas village, with family entertainment, concerts, craftsmen and a friendly atmosphere to celebrate the magic of Christmas in the heart of the capital.

Celebrate Christmas 2024 at the Madeleine church: masses and concert in the heart of Paris

In Paris, Christmas celebrations take on a special dimension thanks to religious ceremonies held in iconic locations such as the Madeleine church, Notre-Dame de Paris and Sacré-Cœur de Montmartre. In 2024, the Eglise de la Madeleine invites you to join us for a meditative and musical celebration of the Nativity.

Christmas 2024: The Mini Game, the gift card adventure for an escape game session

The Game, an escape game chain based in the 5th arrondissement of Paris, is offering a highly original gift voucher for Christmas! Discover The Mini Game, the interactive adventure before the adventure, to be played at home. The principle: a card game with an app, and you have to decode your gift card to book your session.

Imperial Christmas Tea Time at the Ritz Paris: an exceptional interlude in the heart of the festive season

A magical experience at the Ritz Paris, with gourmet delights and French elegance. Every weekend from November 30, 2024 to January 5, 2025, the Salon Marie-Louise will be transformed into a festive setting for a unique Imperial tea time, orchestrated by chefs Jérôme Legras and François Perret.

Christmas 2024 with Candlelight: three classical candlelight concerts, special Christmas music edition

Candlelight and its famous classical concerts by candlelight have three magical and moving moments in store for you from December 20 to 23, 2024, especially for Christmas. Charming evenings to enjoy with your loved ones in the prestigious settings of the Maison de l'Océan, the Salle Wagram and even the Eiffel Tower!

A giant Japanese Christmas market at the gates of Paris: Shizen 2024 at Cité Fertile

On December 7 and 8, 2024, La Cité Fertile in Pantin will be hosting a very exotic Christmas Market: a giant Japanese Christmas Market that will immerse you in Japanese culture for a weekend.

Christmas 2023 at the Forum des Halles with singer Valentina and Secours Populaire

Westfield Forum des Halles celebrates Christmas 2023 with magic and solidarity! Between magical decorations and committed events, the center in Paris' 1st arrondissement is joining forces with Secours Populaire for a Toy Drive and a solidarity tea party, and on December 16, 2023, singer Valentina will give a free concert at the foot of the big Christmas tree. These magical events will transform shopping into a joyful and meaningful experience for the festive season!

Aurélien Cohen 2023's Abellana Yule Log, a real favorite

We tested Aurélien Cohen's signature Bûche de Noël Abellana this Christmas and New Year's Eve 2023, and one thing's for sure: it's one of our favorites of the year. We tell you all about it.

Images of Christmas lights in Paris in 1925

Some say Paris was better before. But what about the traditional Christmas illuminations? To give you an idea, here are some fantastic autochromes of the Christmas illuminations in Paris in 1925, by French photographer Léon Gimpel.

Jours de Fêtes 2022, the winter funfair returns to La Villette

The funfair returns to the Place de la fontaine-aux-Lions in La Villette, from November 26, 2022 to January 1, 2023. On the program? Around sixty attractions for young and old!

Astier de Villatte, the unusual little Parisian boutique with its wonderful Christmas decorations

Astier de Villatte will make your holiday season shine with its collections of unique and personalized Christmas baubles. From mid-October to the end of December, this small boutique on Rue Saint-Honoré, specializing in handmade ceramics, opens the doors to its treasure trove on the first floor, overflowing with fabulous Christmas decorations.

Il était une fois, the unusual Parisian store selling Christmas decorations all year round!

Il était une fois ..., the half-fantasy, half-Christmas Parisian boutique welcomes you all year round in the heart of the Marais district. Inside, elven figurines meet Santa Clauses of all kinds in a generous profusion of festive decorations and wonders.

Energy sobriety in Paris: fewer Christmas lights on the Champs-Elysées this winter

Faced with the energy crisis, a lot of people are trying to find solutions and adapt. On Tuesday September 20, 2022, the Comité des Champs-Elysées in Paris unveiled their energy sobriety plan. This winter, there will be fewer famous Christmas lights making the world’s most beautiful avenue sparkle than usual.

Orlinski's sculptures displayed on Avenue George V and the Champs-Elysées

Looking for a free and open-air exhibition? Run and enjoy the Richard Orlinski exhibition taking place on Avenue George V. Over a dozen giant sculptures are displayed, covering 2 kilometers, along the beautiful Parisian avenue, between giant gorillas, bears and lions. A wonderful walk to enjoy until February 8, 2022.