2025 Christmas Market in Saint-Mandé (94): chalets, educational farm, show, and grand parade

Where to celebrate Christmas in Val-de-Marne? With Christmas markets blooming all over the department, illuminations taking over the streets and boulevards, magical programs in shopping centers and Christmas villages, there's plenty to keep you busy all December and throughout the vacations!

In Saint-Mandé, just a stone's throw from Paris, the program promises to be packed with aChristmas market on Place Charles Digeon, the opening of Santa's House where children can have their photo taken with him, as well as a temporary educational farm and an enchanted carousel! Little ones won't be left out either, as there will be a wonderful space dedicated to them with shows and soft decorations to gently awaken their senses. There will also be curling while we wait for the pop-up ice rink, scheduled to arrive on December 19, 2025.

To celebrate Christmas in Saint-Mandé, all events are free and open to all: happy holidays in the Val-de-Marne!

On the program for the 2025 Christmas market in Saint-Mandé:

Christmas Market

Opening Wednesday, December 10 at 6:00 p.m.

Place Charles Digeon (square and gardens)

10 chalets:
Jewelry • Artisanal pretzels • Olive oils and Mediterranean products • Educational coloring books • Italian panettone • Fashion and decorative accessories • Morvan beers • Savory and sweet waffles • Assorted confections (nougat, pralines, candies, crepes, etc.).

Santa's House: children can pose for photos with Santa Claus.
Educational farm: Meet Fabrice and his animals: calves, cows, pigs, goats, sheep, rabbits, and more.

The Merveilleux area: an igloo hosting shows for little ones:

Wednesday: clown show at 4:15 p.m., 5:15 p.m., and 6:15 p.m.

Thursday: magic show at 4:15 p.m., 5:15 p.m., and 6:15 p.m.

Friday: ventriloquism show at 4:15 p.m., 5:15 p.m., and 6:15 p.m.

Saturday: Guignol show at 2:00 p.m., 3:30 p.m., 4:30 p.m., and 5:30 p.m.

Sunday: clown magician at 2:00 p.m., 3:30 p.m., 4:30 p.m., and 5:00 p.m.

Curling rink
Activity open to children aged 6 and up.

Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Saturday and Sunday from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Carousel:

Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Christmas Market events Place Charles Digeon (square and gardens):

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 10
LE BAL DES CYGNES
Magical opening of the Christmas Market with 14 artists (musicians,
dancers, and majestic birds) who will waltz and wander around to
offer everyone a moment of wonder and enchantment.
• From 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.

MUNICIPAL POLICE STAND
Want to enjoy the holidays without taking risks on the road? It's possible!
This year, the Municipal Police is offering an event dedicated to road safety.
On the program: test your agility on the "alcohol" course, compare "home" and "bar" doses, and measure your reaction time. • From 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 11: THE GOURMET PARADE
A cheerful troupe of five musicians and two dancers will
will sweep you away in a sweet atmosphere with
chocolate candies.
• At 3 p.m., 4 p.m., 5 p.m., and 6 p.m.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12: CHRISTMAS OF YORE
Step back in time with 3 singers from yesteryear (4pm, 5pm and 6pm) and marvel at 2 "majestic birds" on stilts.
• At 4:30 p.m., 5:30 p.m., and 6:30 p.m.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 13: POLAR DAY
Immerse yourself in the magic of the Far North, a day
dedicated to music and sharing:
• Five Eskimo musicians: 11 a.m., 1 p.m., 2 p.m., and 3 p.m.
• 2 mascots: 1:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 3:30 p.m., and 4:30 p.m.
• 8 gospel singers: 4pm, 5pm, 6pm and 7pm.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 14: THE MERRY ELVES
The 5 elf musicians will play Christmas classics: 2:30 p.m., 3:30 p.m., 4:30 p.m., and 5 p.m.
Magical stilt walkers: 11 a.m., 12:30 p.m., and 1:30 p.m.
Balloon sculptor: from 1pm to 5pm.

Grand Christmas parade

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 14 AT 5:30 PM

Don't miss the third edition of the Grand Christmas Parade!
On the program: 10 electric floats, a new choreography, 11 scenes, over 160 costumes, as well as numerous extras and dancers from Saint-Mandé.

Avenue du Général de Gaulle (from Avenue Sainte-Marie to Place Gallieni).