What to do in december

ÒKilo: in Yvelines (78), this store sells crockery by the kilo at low prices

In Coignières, in the Yvelines, ÒKilo offers an original shopping concept: buy new tableware by the kilo! Plates, bowls and other ceramic pieces let you put together a set without necessarily breaking the bank.

Gasolio, Red Sauce’s Italian-American counter and its sandwiches to wolf down

Red Sauce opens Gasolio, a bite-size Italian-American counter. On the menu: pizza by the slice, slider sandwiches, cocktails... and an atmosphere inspired by American gas stations!

Rungis: an indoor flea market for the Téléthon in December

The Rungis Telethon flea market welcomes bargain hunters on Sunday, December 6, 2026, at Espace du Sport. The indoor sale is free to visitors and will feature 150 sellers, with doors open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Major Charity Sale at Espace Commines

On Saturday, December 5, and Sunday, December 6, the Prométhée Humanitaire association is organizing a major designer sale to benefit street children in Madagascar, Haiti and Senegal. Join us at Espace Commines in the 3rd arrondissement.

14th on Netflix: Ava DuVernay explores American citizenship

14th, Ava DuVernay’s new documentary, arrives on Netflix in France on December 4, 2026. The director explores the debates surrounding the 14th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution.

Jardin Folia, a seasonal dining destination nestled in the Jardin des Plantes

A restaurant in the heart of the Jardin des Plantes: that’s the concept behind Jardin Folia, a gem in an exceptional setting. The menu features simple, authentic cuisine that puts seasonal ingredients front and center.

Violent Night 2: David Harbour’s Santa Claus returns to the big screen

David Harbour reprises his Santa Claus role in Violent Night 2, Tommy Wirkola’s action comedy starring Kristen Bell and Daniela Melchior, which hits French cinemas on December 2, 2026.

Christmas 2026 at Printemps Haussmann: the theme and the unveiling date for the store’s window displays.

There’s a quirky Christmas brewing at Printemps Haussmann! For the 2026 holiday season, the Parisian department store unfurls the thread of "Un Noël bien tricoté," a tale peopled with mischievous cats, crafty mice, and skeins that do as they please. Animated window displays, hand-sewn characters, and whimsical scenery: mark your calendars for early November to discover a story that promises to give its little heroes a real run for their money!

Santa Claus Is a Stinker returns to theaters in a restored version

Jean-Marie Poiré’s comedy Santa Claus Is a Stinker, starring Anémone and the Splendid troupe, returns to French cinemas on December 16, 2026, in a restored version.

BIZZ'ART's eclectic evenings: music, gastronomy and festivities along the Canal Saint-Martin

Located in the heart of Paris’s 10th arrondissement, along the Canal Saint-Martin, BIZZ’ART has been a festive oasis for years. Known for its friendly, eclectic atmosphere, the venue has become a must-visit for fans of great music and lively nights out. Get your tickets for Halloween at Bizz'art!

Christmas Brunch 2026 at Solis: Mediterranean buffet and drinks for €89

On December 25, 2026, Solis in Paris’s 17th arrondissement is offering an all-you-can-eat Christmas brunch for €89 per adult, including hot drinks, soft drinks and one alcoholic beverage of your choice. Discover the buffet and the extras.

The Snow Queen: Andersen’s fairy tale at Théâtre Douze

The True Story of the Snow Queen brings Andersen to Théâtre Douze, from December 21 to 24, 2026. Compagnie du Vent Contraire presents a theatrical and musical fairy tale for ages 6 and up.

Sorceress Sisters: Cinderella’s Stepsisters Take Over Netflix

Sisters of Sorcery, the animated film by Alyce Tzue and John Ripa, arrives on Netflix on November 20, 2026. It retells the story of Cinderella from the perspective of her stepsisters, with Ali Wong and Stephanie Hsu voicing the characters in the original version.

El crimen de Pazos: Tristán Ulloa leads the investigation in the Netflix series

Netflix announces El crimen de Pazos for November 13, 2026, in France. Tristán Ulloa stars as a Guardia Civil sergeant in this four-episode Spanish series inspired by true events.

The Good Daughter on HBO Max: Rose Byrne and Meghann Fahy confront their family’s past

The Good Daughter arrives on HBO Max in France on November 12, 2026. Rose Byrne and Meghann Fahy play two sisters who are lawyers in this six-episode thriller adapted from Karin Slaughter’s novel.

Butterfly Skin on HBO Max: Emma Fogarty and Colin Farrell at the Dublin Marathon

Butterfly Skin, Rachel Fleit’s documentary featuring Emma Fogarty and Colin Farrell, arrives on HBO Max in France on November 26, 2026. The film follows their friendship and a shared challenge at the Dublin Marathon.

The Eiffel Tower in virtual reality: relive its construction and discover Paris in 1889

Discover the Eiffel Tower in virtual reality with Viality Tour on a guided tour of the Champ-de-Mars in Paris. Put on a VR headset and relive the monument’s construction and the 1889 World’s Fair.

The Institute Season 2: Stephen King adaptation returns to HBO Max

The Institute, an adaptation of Stephen King’s novel starring Joe Freeman, Ben Barnes and Mary-Louise Parker, returns for season 2 on November 8, 2026, on HBO Max in France.

The Ardennes Hell: Scott Eastwood in Rod Lurie’s war film on HBO Max

L’Enfer des Ardennes, Rod Lurie’s war film starring Scott Eastwood, Colin Hanks and Aunjanue Ellis Taylor, arrives on HBO Max in France on November 19, 2026.

The Walking Dead: Season 11 completes the series on HBO Max

HBO Max announces that season 11 of The Walking Dead will arrive in France on November 24, 2026; all eleven seasons of the original series will then be available on the platform.