Christmas vacations guide

Contes et Histoires 2025: family tours to explore the secrets of Sainte-Chapelle

In Paris, the Christmas holidays are synonymous with discovery: the Sainte-Chapelle invites us to join them on December 20 and 21, 2025, for the latest edition of Contes et Histoires. On the program: unusual and exciting tours for young and old alike!

Contes et Histoires 2025: festive family activities at the Basilica of Saint-Denis

This year, during the Christmas holidays, children are invited to discover the Basilica of Saint-Denis thanks to the Contes et Histoires (Tales and Stories) event, from December 20, 2025, to January 4, 2026.

Contes et Histoires 2025: royal entertainment at the Château de Maisons in Maisons-Laffitte

The Château de Maisons in Maisons-Laffitte is offering workshops and fun activities for the whole family during this new edition of Contes et Histoires, running from December 20, 2025, to January 4, 2026. It's a program that's sure to delight families during the Christmas holidays!

Contes et Histoires 2025: a fun investigation and storytelling tour at the Villa Savoye in Poissy (78)

For the 2025 edition of Tales and Stories in National Monuments, head to the Villa Savoye in Poissy: this cultural venue offers wonderful family activities during the Christmas holidays! Take part on December 20 and 21, 2025, and January 2 and 4, 2026.

Contes et Histoires 2025: a world tour of stories to experience at the Domaine de Saint-Cloud

Through the 2025 edition of Contes et Histoires, the Domaine de Saint-Cloud invites young and old alike to discover new cultures during the Christmas holidays! Here is the program not to be missed from December 22, 2025, to January 3, 2026.

Christmas Under the Stars 2025: the fun, family-friendly program at the Air and Space Museum

At the Air and Space Museum, the holiday season begins this Sunday, December 14, 2025, with the family event "Christmas under the stars." Discover the program for this edition.

Ados - Urbex: Olivier Solivérès' cult comedy at the Grand Point Virgule

“Adolescents - Urban Exploration,” the refreshed take on Olivier Solivérès’s show, is now playing at the Grand Point Virgule until May 31, 2026 — blending laughter and music in an engaging performance.

The funny toy factory: create your own stuffed animal in Santa's secret workshop

Join Santa's elves and create your own stuffed animal in his secret workshop with this temporary experience at the Imaginarium in Lagny-sur-Marne. Available from November 22, 2025, to January 4, 2026.

The 2025 Responsible Christmas Market at the Maif Social Club and free exhibition

The MAIF Social Club looks forward to welcoming you this year to its responsible and gourmet Christmas Market on December 12 and 13, 2025, with lots of surprises in store for the whole family!

The 2025 Palaiseau Christmas Market: dates and events (91)

The Palaiseau Christmas market will be held at Place de la Victoire from December 3 to 7, 2025. This festive event in Essonne brings together artisans, gourmet products, and family entertainment in a warm and friendly atmosphere in the heart of the city center.

Contes et Histoires 2025 in Paris: tours, workshops, and Christmas shows for the whole family at the Hôtel de la Marine

Once again this year, the Hôtel de la Marine is participating in the Contes et Histoires event. From December 19, 2025, to January 4, 2026, the monument will be hosting a range of family activities during the Christmas holidays.

Contes et Histoires 2025: magical entertainment in the courtyard of wonders at the Château de Vincennes

For the latest edition of the Contes et Histoires event, the Château de Vincennes invites young and old alike to enjoy a magical holiday from December 20, 2025, to January 5, 2026.

Contes et Histoires 2025: a theatrical candlelit tour at the Maison des Jardies in Sèvres

For the 2025 Christmas holidays, the Maison de Jardies, located in Sèvres (92), is offering original tours for families from January 2 to 4, 2026, as part of the new edition of the Contes et Histoires event, organized within the Monuments Nationaux.

Christmas 2025: 5 destinations to discover by train for the holiday season, departing from Paris

Want a change from the capital's lights this Christmas 2025? Go on, book your train ticket now to discover another destination, its Christmas market and its beautiful colors!

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 2025 in Enghien-les-Bains: monumental projections and solidarity market on the program

Christmas is back in Enghien-les-Bains, in the Val-d'Oise region, with a host of events to discover from December 6, 2025 to January 4, 2026. Animated Christmas bubbles, monumental projections, solidarity Christmas market, themed village or ice rink... here's the program imagined by the town for these end-of-year festivities!

Christmas 2025: activities for a sporty festive season in Paris and the Ile-de-France region

To help you digest raclettes, fondues and other winter delicacies, there are plenty of sporting activities in the capital to keep you active over the festive period! Skating rinks, running races or winter sports, there's plenty to do!

Animal Crossing: New Horizons: the immersive family experience at Sea Life Aquarium

Animal Crossing: New Horizons, the famous video game, takes over the Sea Life aquarium in Val d'Europe. Discover marine creatures through a fun and educational immersive experience, from October 18, 2025 to March 8, 2026.

Le Fabuleux Noël: an immersive show at the Château de Rambouillet for the festive season

From November 28 to December 21, 2025, the Château de Rambouillet in the Yvelines is celebrating its Fabulous Christmas, taking you on an immersive journey alongside enchanted spirits.

The Edge: the virtual reality revolution in the heart of Paris' 3rd arrondissement

Virtual reality fans, THE EDGE opens a monumental space in the heart of Paris! Dive into an immersive VR experience inspired by "Ready Player One", where realistic sensations and space adventures await you.