The magic of Christmas is back in Paris ! As the festive season approaches, the capital is decked out in lights to welcome this festive season that takes us back to childhood. At a time synonymous with reunions and good times with friends and family, it's easy to get carried away by the joy of the season, and to take advantage of the many events awaiting us in the four corners of the City of Light.
For the occasion, Paris sees the blossoming of Christmas markets and winter villages where stalls await to inspire us for our gifts to slip under the tree.
From designer nuggets to handcrafted objects, gourmet surprises, entertainment for young and old, and even attractions, these festive markets from chalet to chalet offer us the opportunity to enjoy some wonderful moments with family, friends, soul mates, or even during solitary strolls, to soak up the enchantment of the festive season.
To help you find your way around, we've listed the not-to-be-missed Christmas markets in Paris, sorted by arrondissement. By the way, this selection is updated according to announcements and discoveries, so be sure to consult it regularly as the festive season approaches.
Tuileries Christmas Market 2026: Dates for the gourmet fair
The Tuileries Christmas Market returns to the Tuileries Garden in the 1st arrondissement, with its chalets, rides and treats, from November 14, 2026 to January 3, 2027. This year, the Champs-Élysées Christmas Market is also back just next door. It’s the perfect chance to kill two birds with one stone. [Read more]
Klin d'œil, the creator-focused Christmas market returns to the Carreau du Temple.
The Klin d'œil Christmas Market is back at the Carreau du Temple in the 3rd arrondissement for its fifth edition on December 12–13, 2026. 95 French creators will offer fashion, home décor and handmade gifts, with free-entry DIY workshops. [Read more]
The charming Notre-Dame de Paris Christmas Market returns in 2026: the dates
The Notre-Dame Christmas Market is back from November 26 to December 27, 2026, in the 5th arrondissement. French crafts, regional cuisine, and enchantingly festive activities await you at Square René Viviani. [Read more]
Christmas at the Danish House: fairy-tale decorations and a Danish market for the holidays
The Danish House immerses visitors in the atmosphere of a Danish Christmas, from December 4, 2026 to January 3, 2027, with fairy-tale-inspired decor, activities, and a pop-up shop. [Read more]
The Champs-Élysées Christmas Market makes a triumphant return after a decade-long absence: dates and what's new
After nearly a decade away, the Champs-Élysées Christmas Market returns to its festive home from November 22, 2026 through the early days of January 2027. Chalets, treats and sparkling holiday lights: the famed Parisian gathering comes back between Place de la Concorde and the roundabout on the Champs-Élysées, with a refreshed format that places a premium on product quality. [Read more]
The Alsace Christmas Market 2026 at Gare de l'Est, a dive into the region’s terroir in Paris
The famed Alsatian Christmas market is back on the forecourt of Paris's Gare de l'Est, running from December 2 to 18, 2026, with a raft of delicious discoveries on the menu. [Read more]
Salon Idées Japon 2026: Japanese Christmas market returns to Bastille
The Salon Idées Japon returns to the Bastille Design Center in Paris’s 11th arrondissement from November 20 to 22, 2026. Sixty French-Japanese creators and 16 workshops are getting ready for a Japanese-themed Christmas, with free admission. [Read more]
The 2026 Gourmet Flavors Fair at Espace Champerret
The Saveurs des Plaisirs Gourmands 2026 Fair invites you to join us from December 4 to 7 at Espace Champerret. Don’t miss this discoveries-filled event that will spark ideas for Christmas Eve or New Year’s celebrations. Cuisine, gastronomy, fine groceries, and exceptional products from near and far await you there. [Read more]
