After celebrating late into the night (or not), you're on the lookout for a nice walk, a fun outing, a brunch, or a cool exhibition? During this second week of school holidays, ideas are plentiful—even for a public holiday. So, we’re exploring the options to enjoy yourself without ending up empty-handed.
Because yes, just because it's a public holiday, doesn’t mean you should stay bored at home—far from it! The day after New Year’s Eve, why not take the chance to wander around the capital?
Here, we share a few outing ideas for this day of respite. Whether you're keen to visit open museums and landmarks, do some shopping, or simply enjoy the festive activities still available, here’s how to spend your January 1, 2026 in Paris!
What to Do on January 1, 2026? Free Outings to Celebrate the Holiday
Looking for great ideas to celebrate the first day of 2026 in Paris and Île-de-France? While January 1st is a public holiday, there are still plenty of exciting options! We’re sharing some fantastic free activities to enjoy this Thursday, January 1st, 2026! [Read more]
January 1, 2026: museums and monuments open in Paris on the first day of the year
What are you doing on Thursday, January 1, 2026? If your New Year's resolution is to get out more, don't stay home on January 1. Take advantage of the museums and monuments that remain open in Paris and Île-de-France to celebrate the first day of the new year! So, shall we start 2026 off on the right foot? [Read more]
Christmas ice rinks open across Paris and Île-de-France on January 1, 2026
Looking to go ice skating on the first day of the year in Paris and the Île-de-France region? Perfect timing — several Christmas ice rinks are opening especially for this holiday, including today! Check out the best spots to hit the ice this Thursday, January 1, 2026. [Read more]
Films to see with the whole family on New Year's Day, January 1, 2026
On January 1st, get the year off to a good start with a family cinema outing! Discover the best films to see together to get the year off to a good start. [Read more]
Films to see in cinemas on New Year's Day, January 1, 2026
On January 1, 2026, start the year off right with a movie! Discover the best films to see on the big screen to start the year in style. [Read more]
Restaurants open on January 1, 2026 in Paris: Our top picks for New Year’s Day
Looking for a great restaurant open on January 1, 2026, to kick off the New Year? Now's the perfect time to book a top spot and turn the first day of the year into one of the most delicious holidays of the year. [Read more]
Where to enjoy a New Year’s Day brunch in Paris 2026? Our top spots for January 1st
After a lively and festive New Year’s Eve celebration, it’s time to kick off 2026 with a leisurely brunch. Check out our top spots in Paris for a delicious start to the new year on January 1st! [Read more]
Shopping Malls and Stores Open on January 1, 2026, in Paris and Île-de-France — Opening Hours
Which shopping centers and department stores are open or closed this Thursday, January 1, 2026, in Paris and Île-de-France? Find out the complete list here. [Read more]
January 1st in Paris: shows and plays to see on the public holiday
Discover the shows and plays in Paris on January 1st, a public holiday, to start the New Year in style. [Read more]
Christmas 2025 in Vincennes: Christmas market, ice rinks and entertainment - dates
Vincennes celebrates Christmas from December 5, 2025, to January 7, 2026! What's on the program? The traditional Christmas market with its unique gift ideas, an ice rink where you can show off your best moves, horse-drawn carriage rides and enchanted parades, and even the famous Christmas carols. [Read more]
Christmas 2025: starry sky, space travel, and free magical entertainment at Bercy Village
Bercy Village is getting ready for the holiday season, from November 20, 2025, to January 4, 2026! The program includes a starry sky in the open air and lots of festive activities for young and old alike! Discover the Christmas program in this charming open-air alleyway. [Read more]
A Magical Christmas Village to Discover in an Essonne Garden
For the past seven years, Vincent Costa Da Cunha has been turning his garden in Limours into a magical Christmas Village. Standing tall at 7 meters, the Christmas tree is adorned with hundreds of sparkling lights, transforming the space into a breathtaking sound and light show. This free holiday spectacle welcomes visitors every evening throughout December 2025 and until January 4, 2026, from Monday to Sunday, 5:30 PM to 9 PM. Curious about what he’s created, we went to explore his garden filled with a thousand colors. [Read more]
Christmas 2025 in Argenteuil: ice rink, zip line, curling, and family rides during the holidays.
The holiday season atmosphere transforms the Berges d'Argenteuil park: from December 20, 2025 to January 4, 2026, enjoy an ice rink, a sledding and curling track, and many other activities for the whole family! [Read more]
Christmas 2025: Free Light Trail & Video Mapping at the Heart of a French-style Garden
For Christmas 2025 in Seine-et-Marne, families in Meaux can look forward to a delightful free holiday stroll. From December 6, 2025, to January 4, 2026, a dazzling light trail filled with animations and video mappings transforms the historic Jardin Bossuet — a beautifully landscaped space designed by André Le Nôtre, the legendary gardener of the Palace of Versailles! [Read more]
Le Bon Marché's Christmas 2025 window displays: the (Bon) Marché de Noël - our photos
For the holiday season, Le Bon Marché Rive Gauche is transforming into a Christmas market. Chalets, animated window displays, and sparkling garlands turn the department store into a village where you can stroll, discover, and fall in love with every stall. See you on Friday, November 7, 2025, at 4:30 p.m. for the window display unveiling! [Read more]
Good Deal: A free light trail awaits us this Christmas 2025 in Essonne (91)
For Christmas 2025, there's a great plan for families in Milly-la-Forêt in Essonne. As soon as night falls, you can explore a free illuminated trail from December 3, 2025, to January 4, 2026. [Read more]
The 2025 Winter Fair in Levallois-Perret (92): Christmas rides and seasonal treats
In December, Levallois-Perret lights up and becomes a real magnet for festivities. Between the sparkling Christmas Village in the Jardins de l'Hôtel de Ville and the Fête Foraine in the Parc de la Planchette just a stone's throw away, from December 6, 2025, to January 4, 2026, the atmosphere is simply magical. [Read more]
Christmas village, concerts, and ice rink in Chelles for the 2025 holiday season
The town of Chelles is pulling out all the stops to celebrate Christmas! Discover the host of events and games planned from December 5 to January 4, 2025, in the commune of Seine-et-Marne. [Read more]
Christmas 2025 at Château de Breteuil: immersive storytelling, illuminations, and a gourmet tea room (78)
The Château de Breteuil, located in the Yvelines, lights up for Christmas with immersive storytelling, a beautiful Christmas tree, magical shows, and a new gourmet tea room, offering visitors the chance to immerse themselves in the magic of the festive season in this historic setting. [Read more]
The 2025 Christmas Market at the foot of the Eiffel Tower: artisans, gourmet specialties, and breathtaking views.
The Eiffel Tower Christmas Village is back from December 6, 2025, to January 4, 2026, on Quai Jacques Chirac! A must-see event for the holiday season, the Iron Lady's Christmas Market offers a myriad of gift ideas and winter delicacies. [Read more]
Christmas 2025 at the Jardin d'Acclimatation: winter rides, Santa Claus, and a lantern festival
Christmas comes to the Jardin d'Acclimatation from November 23, 2025, to January 11, 2026. Winter takes on a festive air, with seasonal rides, exclusive shows, and eagerly awaited encounters... An ideal festive getaway to immerse yourself in the holiday spirit in the heart of Paris! [Read more]
Antony sur glace, the temporary Christmas ice rink in Antony: discover the program of festivities.
To celebrate the holiday season, the town of Antony, in the Hauts-de-Seine department, invites us to come and have fun at its temporary ice rink, from December 20, 2025, to January 4, 2026. Lots of parties and entertainment await you there. [Read more]
The 2025 Montmartre Christmas Market, the 100% made in France village on the hill
The Montmartre Christmas Market returns from November 21, 2025, to January 4, 2026. French crafts, mulled wine, and regional cuisine make for a wonderful traditional Christmas activity at the highest point in the capital. [Read more]
Discover Printemps Haussmann's 2025 Christmas window displays, specially designed for New York and inaugurated by Diane Kruger.
Printemps Haussmann is celebrating Christmas 2025 with a New York theme. A transatlantic crossing led by a merry band of dogs can be seen on Boulevard Haussmann in the 9th arrondissement. Come and feast your eyes from November 6, 2025, to January 4, 2026. [Read more]
Christmas 2025 at the Château de Fontainebleau: show and concert
The Château de Fontainebleau celebrates Christmas 2025 with a magical lantern show and exceptional concerts. From December 21, 2025 to January 3, 2026, the royal residence in Seine-et-Marne will be immersing visitors in the magic of the festive season. [Read more]
Here you are with some great ideas for outings! It's time to make the most of them.
