Vacances de noël guide - activities

Fantaisie, Cirque Bouglione's new show for the 2022 / 2023 season

For its 2022 / 2023 season, Cirque Bouglione has come up with "Fantaisie", its new show. From clowns and ponies to acrobats and illusionists, the Cirque d'Hiver will be welcoming a host of performers from October 22, 2022 to March 5, 2023. Make way for the circus.

The Musée de l'Illusion in Paris: a multi-sensory journey that will make you lose your head!

The famous Musée de l'Illusion will be open on May 1st and awaits you in the 1st arrondissement of Paris, in the Châtelet les Halles district. Come with friends or family for a unique and exciting experience! Immerse yourself in a fascinating world, where all your senses will be turned upside down... A multi-sensory visit that's a must.

Paris Kart, France's largest indoor karting track

Fancy a karting session with friends or family? Follow us to Paris Kart, home of France's largest indoor track!

Christmas 2021: the best children's films on Netflix

Christmas also happens on our screens: discover all the Christmas films and cartoons reserved for children, thanks to this special Netflix selection.

Ernest et Célestine, the musical family show at the Eiffel Tower theater

Ernest et Célestine" introduces our children to the heroes of our childhood. This musical show, directed by Caroline Magne at the Théâtre de la Tour Eiffel, will appeal to children aged 3 to 8 and the whole family. A show to discover from October 23 to December 31, 2021.

Lockdown exit: what changes since December 15, 2020

The second nationwide lockdown in France ended on December 15. Even though the lockdown exit has been confirmed this Thursday December 10, 2020 by Jean Castex, it has been toughened up. In concrete words, what changes?

Christmas 2020 at Galeries Lafayette Beaugrenelle: entertainments

All December 2020 long, Galeries Lafayette Beaugrenelle celebrate Christmas with free entertainments for children and adults.

Covid: curfew from 8 p.m. starting December 15 and no exemption on New Year's Eve

As the deadline of December 15 is just around the corner, France will not meet the 5,000 new Covid cases per day goal enabling to exit lockdown, as Jean Castex explained this Thursday December 10 during a press brief. The situation forced the government to toughen up measures planned, like curfew starting from 8 p.m. from December 15 and no exemption on New Year's Eve.

Covid: banning trips for Christmas? Emmanuel Macron rules out this option

A couple of hours prior to Jean Castex’ next press conference, the French are wondering if they will be able to celebrate Christmas with their families on December 24 and 25. According to France Info, banning trips for Christmas is an option Emmanuel Macron rules out.

Covid: restaurants and bars, "will not reopen around December 1" Jean Castex maintains

During a new press brief, Prime Minister Jean Castex suggested that bars and restaurants – closed since the new nationwide lockdown started – will have to show patience. According to the latest news shared by Le Point, a potential reopening of these places is not planned before January 15 or even February 1, 2021. As for the government's spokesperson, Gabriel Attal, he said on November 17 that the executive will deliver "prospects in early December". Jean Castex has just announced: "we will not reopen restaurants and bars around December 1".

Coronavirus: lockdown not to be lifted before the Holidays

The government and especially France's Prime Minister announced on Thursday November 12 the lockdown will go on as it is for at least two more weeks. Easing is planned for stores starting December 1 if the situation allows it and easing lockdown could occur for the Holidays.

Giant ball pool in Paris for Christmas vacations 2019

For the 2019 Christmas vacations, a giant ball pool is coming to Paris from December 21, 2019 to January 5, 2020. Who's coming to throw themselves into this 300,000 ball pool at Elephant Paname?

At Le Manoir de Paris, experience the Apocalypse for Christmas 2019

At the Manoir de Paris, the magic of Christmas turns into a nightmare... From November 22, 2019 to December 29, 2019, the winter show "Apocalypse Noël" plunges you into an invasion of bloodthirsty elves.

Winter entertainments 2018-2019 at the Eiffel Tower for Christmas break

For the Holiday season, the Eiffel Tower welcomes ski resort including unique entertainments to test with your family. From December 22, 2018, to January 27, 2019, come and get amazed on the first floor of the Eiffel Tower.

Illusions, the exhibition at Paris Palais de la Découverte: our pictures

From November 6, 2018 to August 25, 2019, Paris Palais de la Découverte dedicates an exhibition to illusions. A tour including 40 surprising experiences that will drive you crazy, you’d think your brain couldn’t be tricked this easily!

Winter Sporting in Charlety

Charlety sur Neige is back from December 25, 2017 to January 5, 2018 to offer for free some winter sports to little Parisians and tourists. This is the perfect occasion to enjoy yourself in Paris thanks to many animations.