Christmas vacations guide

Contes et Histoires 2025: discover the Pantheon behind the scenes with a storytelling tour

The Pantheon in Paris invites families to discover its history and famous residents through a storytelling tour, as part of the national event Contes et Histoires 2025, from December 21 to 23, 2025.

Christmas 2025 in Argenteuil: ice rink, zip line, curling, and family rides during the holidays.

The holiday season atmosphere transforms the Berges d'Argenteuil park: from December 20, 2025 to January 4, 2026, enjoy an ice rink, a sledding and curling track, and many other activities for the whole family!

Christmas 2025 in Levallois-Perret (92): Free sound and light show at City Hall — Final day

Levallois-Perret (92) lights up for Christmas with a free sound and light show on the theme of gourmet food. From December 12 to 17, 2025, the facade of the Town Hall will be transformed into a giant screen animated every 20 minutes. See you on Friday, December 12 for the kick-off accompanied by a light parade!

Dampierre Goes to the Movies: Christmas Film Screenings at the Château de Dampierre Estate (78)

When Paris and Île-de-France light up for the holidays, festive cinema also takes center stage on the big screen. During the Christmas break of 2025, the Château de Dampierre estate in the Yvelines (78) will host a series of special screenings as part of Dampierre fait son cinéma. Enjoy a curated lineup of beloved classics throughout the holiday afternoons.

Christmas 2025 in Sannois: ice rink, festive market, and spectacular sound and light show

Christmas celebrations are still going strong in Val-d'Oise! The town of Sannois invites everyone to gather from December 19 to 21, 2025, at the Jean Mermoz square for three festive days that are sure to delight visitors of all ages. What’s planned? A stunning sound and light show, a charming Christmas market, a lively ice skating rink, and the chance to meet Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus in person!

A mountain village featuring sledges, skiing, and an ice rink sets up shop in Val de Marne

The Alpine Village returns to Thiais in Val-de-Marne from December 20, 2025, to January 4, 2026. Visitors can enjoy a skating rink, a toboggan run, cross-country skiing, and the Magical Forest at the Palais Omnisports of this southern Paris suburb.

Christmas Holidays at Les Invalides 2025: Puppet Shows, Games, and Adventures for Families

At Christmas, the Hôtel National des Invalides transforms into a magical holiday haven, inviting families to step into a fairy-tale version of history. Beneath its golden dome, in the heart of Paris, the Army Museum turns the holiday season into a playful adventure, filled with performances, games, and storytelling. From December 20, 2025, to January 4, 2026, the Invalides open their doors to children and adults alike, offering a unique way to celebrate Christmas together.

Magic Noël 2025 in Levallois (92): Christmas market, magical parades, sound & light show, and funfair

Levallois-Perret (92) is rolling out its Magic Noël, a truly enchanted village brimming with entertainment, from November 29, 2025, to January 4, 2026. Santa's house, elf workshops, rides, shows, illuminated parades, sound and light shows, a funfair... everything you need to delight young and old alike!

Magical Christmas at Parc Astérix 2025-2026: Ice Rink, Christmas Market, and Winter Wonders

The Parc Astérix is once again celebrating the magic of Christmas during the holiday season, from December 20, 2025, to January 4, 2026. Visitors can look forward to a brand-new outdoor ice rink, a delicious Christmas market expanded into the Viking-themed zone, Obelix’s thrilling slide, a sparkling light parade, and enchanting shows designed for the whole family.

Christmas 2025 at Blandy-les-Tours Castle: an immersive, medieval holiday experience (77)

Blandy-les-Tours Castle is offering a festive adventure just in time for the holiday season. Join us to save Christmas during an immersive medieval show suitable for all ages, running until January 4, 2026.

Christmas 2025 in Sucy-en-Brie (94): Christmas market, pony rides, ice rink, and seasonal treats

Just a few miles from Paris, Sucy-en-Brie (94) promises a bright Christmas, filled with entertainment for young and old alike. With a craft market, ice rink, pony rides, meetings with Santa Claus, and gourmet breaks, everything is in place for a magical December!

Christmas 2025: show and culinary workshops, gourmet tastings, and Christmas carols at Parly 2

The Westfield Parly 2 shopping center in Yvelines unveils its gourmet Christmas program with shows, workshops, and tastings for the whole family.

The exclusive and accessible Christmas Tea Time at the Scribe Paris Opéra 2025

Let us take you on a journey to discover Christmas tea time at Le Scribe in the Rivages restaurant. In this cozy setting that makes us see life through rose-colored glasses, we can enjoy an affordable and refined tea time from December 1 to 31, 2025.

Christmas 2025 at the Cité du Cinéma: a family screening of The Grinch before the holidays

Experience Christmas at the Cité du Cinéma with a screening of The Grinch for an unforgettable family afternoon alongside the grumpy creature who hates the holidays on Saturday, December 20, 2025!

Christmas 2025 in the Yvelines: the temporary ice rink in Sartrouville is back for the holidays.

The Sartrouville Christmas ice rink (78) is back at the station square from December 20, 2025, to January 4, 2026! The kickoff is on Saturday, December 20, with Santa Claus and a host of activities for the whole family!

Christmas 2025: creative workshops, Christmas stories, shows, and cuddly bears in Vélizy 2 (78)

At Vélizy 2, the magic of the 2025 holiday season brings the shopping center to life. Throughout your shopping trip, you are invited to enjoy a program of free entertainment for the whole family.

Contes et Histoires 2025: a show based on famous tales at the Château de Rambouillet

The Château de Rambouillet is participating in the latest edition of the Contes et Histoires event. On Saturday, January 3, 2026, the monument will offer a magical and entertaining program for families during the Christmas holidays.

Christmas 2025 in Palaiseau: miniature train, ice rink, and Christmas carols—discover the program

In Palaiseau, Christmas is celebrated with joy, thanks to the many events organized throughout the town in the 91 department. Discover the program of festivities for all ages.

Christmas holidays 2025: treasure hunt and family workshops at the Monnaie de Paris

The Monnaie de Paris is offering a special program for the Christmas holidays, including immersive guided tours and creative workshops for the whole family. This is a unique opportunity to go behind the scenes of coin production and create your own coin, from December 20, 2025, to January 4, 2026.

The Hôtel de Crillon's 2025 winter chalet on Place de la Concorde for Christmas - our photos

For this Christmas in Paris, the Hôtel de Crillon unveils a gourmet chalet with waffles topped with nostalgic treats created by Matthieu Carlin, the palace's pastry chef, and hot chocolate! To be enjoyed from November 26, 2025, to January 6, 2026.