What to do in yvelines

Christmas lights 2025 in Houilles (78): Christmas carols, treats, and fireworks

In Houilles (78), December is synonymous with lights and magic. Rue Gambetta lights up on Wednesday, December 3, to kick off the festivities with a children's choir, fireworks, and hot drinks for everyone. Then, throughout the month, Charles-de-Gaulle Park takes over and transforms into a lively Christmas village, offering residents a sparkling and magical Christmas.

We tried an enchanting tea time in Versailles in the Yvelines department.

The Waldorf Astoria Versailles - Trianon Palace offers tea time every day in its elegant Peacock Alley. Orchestrated by pastry chef Eddie Benghanem, this afternoon tea in the Yvelines can be enjoyed from 3pm to 6pm, with a weekday menu and a more elaborate weekend version. We tried it and we'll tell you all about it.

Christmas lights 2025 in Mantes-la-Jolie (78): a large free parade with dancers

The Christmas lights are coming on in Mantes-la-Jolie (78)! On Saturday, December 6, 2025, at 6 p.m., a large free parade featuring eight floats will kick off the illuminations, the Christmas market, and the sledding track!

2025 Christmas lights in Saint-Germain-en-Laye (78): a Winter Party with parade and DJ set

When the Île-de-France region switches on its lights, the holiday season instantly takes on a whole new dimension. The streets are transformed into bright spots that make you want to go out, stroll around, and celebrate. And once again this year, Saint-Germain-en-Laye (78) is attracting everyone's attention with its highly anticipated Winter Party on November 29, 2025!

This Yvelines Christmas Market offers a magical journey, a carousel, and free wine and hot chocolate.

The Saint-Rémy-lès-Chevreuse Christmas market immerses us in the festive atmosphere of the Yvelines on November 29 and 30, 2025. On the program: local artisans, magical shows, free wine and hot chocolate, activities for children, and delicacies to enjoy on site.

A big medieval festival in the Yvelines this Saturday: craft market, shows, and entertainment

If you're looking for a great idea for a free and original outing in the Yvelines, Mantes-la-Jolie will be transformed into a medieval city on Saturday, November 22, 2025. For the 575th Onion Fair, the city center will offer entertainment, shows, and period craftsmen.

Anniversary of Josephine Baker's induction into the Panthéon: free tour and concert in Le Vésinet (78)

Le Vésinet (78) is celebrating Josephine Baker, international icon and resident of this quiet suburb, on Sunday, November 30, 2025. To mark the fourth anniversary of her induction into the Panthéon, her home, the Villa Beau-Chêne, is opening its doors for a free tribute event open to all. Through music, history, and glamour, her memory continues to swing in the heart of Le Vésinet.

The first mineral exhibition and sale in Chambourcy

Chambourcy is hosting its first mineral exhibition and sale on November 15 and 16, 2025, at the Salle de la Montjoie, with free admission. The Saphir'Art association will be presenting fossils, gems, and stone jewelry, with around fifteen exhibitors and prices starting at €2.

Salon des Créateurs in L'Étang-la-Ville, the Yvelines Christmas market with free admission

Around twenty local exhibitors will be taking over the Espace Auberderie in L'Étang-la-Ville for the 14th edition of the Salon des Créateurs on November 15 and 16, 2025, the perfect craft fair for finding Christmas gifts.

The exceptional Christmas Tea Time 2025 at the Trianon Palace in Versailles with an intimate concert

The Waldorf Astoria Trianon Palace in Versailles is offering an exceptional experience on December 6, 2025: Royal Afternoon Tea created by Chef Eddie Benghanem, accompanied by an intimate concert with a harpist and soprano singer from the Royal Opera. A sensory experience combining culinary refinement and musical elegance in the sumptuous Peacock Alley.

Chatou Christmas Market (78): designers, music, Santa Claus, and entertainment

The magic of Christmas is coming to Yvelines (78)! From December 5 to 7, 2025, the Chatou Christmas Market is pulling out all the stops: adorable chalets, Santa Claus as a guest star, and delightful entertainment.

Brunch and tea room at La Table d'Alice in Versailles, homemade food just the way we like it

Looking for a good place to have brunch in Versailles? Head to the Montreuil neighborhood, on Place Saint-Symphorien, to discover La Table d'Alice, a friendly spot offering homemade brunch with its specialty soufflé pancakes every weekend and on public holidays.

Norwegian Christmas Market 2025 in Le Vésinet (78)

The charming Christmas market at the Norwegian church in Le Vésinet returns on Saturday, November 15, and Sunday, November 16, 2025. It's an opportunity to discover Norwegian culinary specialties, but also to do your shopping for Christmas dinner.

We tested the Best Pastry Shop in Yvelines 2025

The Yvelines 2025 Best Patisserie competition was held in September, and Haelewyn bakery and patisserie came out on top, winning in all 3 categories. We set off to discover this gourmet address and tell you all about it.

Children's Fun Fair 2025 for the All Saints' vacation in Houilles (78)

For the All Saints' Day vacations, it's time for laughter, rides and treats! From October 18 to November 2, 2025, the Children's Fun Fair returns to Houilles (Yvelines - 78), in the Parc Charles-de-Gaulle, to offer rides, games and sweets galore for young and old alike!

Octobre Rose 2025: Les Foulées Roses, a 5km solidarity run/walk in Montesson (78)

On track for Pink October! In Montesson, solidarity kicks off with a pair of sneakers. On Sunday October 12, 2025, the Yvelines town launches the 2nd edition of the Foulées Roses, a 5 km walk/run, with all proceeds going to the Institut Gustave Roussy.

Moon Festival at Jardin Yili: Chinese celebration in Yvelines

Jardin Yili in Saint-Rémy-l'Honoré celebrates the Moon Festival this Sunday, October 5, 2025, with storytelling, Taichi, tea ceremony and traditional cake tasting. Free entertainment included with garden admission.

Fête de la Science 2025 in Saint-Cyr-l'École, the program - 78

The Fête de la Science 2025 is taking place in Saint-Cyr-l'École in the Yvelines region from October 3 to 13 on the theme of "Intelligence(s)". The town near Versailles is preparing a series of scientific events to explore all forms of intelligence.

Fête de la Science 2025 in Port Marly, a wealth of good ideas in Yvelines

The Festival of Science 2025 is making its big comeback from October 3 to 13, taking place throughout the region, especially in the Yvelines. Towns like Port-Marly and Louveciennes are hosting an engaging lineup focused on the theme "Artificial Intelligence." Celebrating its 35th national edition, the event offers free shows, lectures, and workshops suitable for all ages.

Halloween 2025: l'Antidote, a deadly murder party in Montesson departmental park (78)

Looking for a Halloween scare? On Saturday, October 25, 2025, plunge into the Loop de Montesson park (Yvelines) for a zombie-filled murder party.