Christmas 2025 in Val-de-Marne: an ice rink in Saint-Mandé (94), on the outskirts of Paris

The Paris region becomes enchanted when the holiday season arrives! Traditional festivities are in full swing,with , Christmas markets, winter villages, illuminations, and meetings with Santa Claus. During this joyful time, young and old alike are carried away by the magic of Christmas and enjoy the many magical events. We marvel and indulge in the fabulous program of events awaiting us in Paris and the Île-de-France region.

The holiday season is also an opportunity to enjoy the many ice rinks that spring up in the Paris region, much to the delight of ice skating enthusiasts. In Saint-Mandé, December is marked not only by the traditional Christmas market but also by the famous temporary ice rink, which this year will be open from December 19, 2025, to January 4, 2026. Located on the outskirts of Paris and within easy reach by metro, this commune in the Val-de-Marne e s to set the pace for this frosty season with introductory sessions, dancing, and family games. To discover this Christmas ice rink, head to the bucolic Alexandra David-Néel garden.

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