The day after Christmas Eve, December 25, 2025, is shaping up to be a magical day. After a busy month filled with chasing Christmas gifts and preparing sumptuous meals, today offers a chance to slow down and enjoy. Perhaps you'll indulge in a second feast with loved ones. It's also the perfect time to take advantage of free activities for those on the lookout for great deals—spending quality time with family or friends while keeping expenses in check.
In the Paris region, a host of free outings for all ages await, but watch out! Since December 25 is still a public holiday, some venues and events may close for a well-deserved day of rest. So, what are the best plans lined up for a memorable Christmas 2025?
Let's take a look at some exciting options for free outings in Paris and Île-de-France on December 25, 2025. It's also a perfect opportunity to enjoy wonderful festivities in the region and keep the Christmas magic alive... just before the lively countdown to New Year’s!
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]
Christmas 2025 in Nemours (77): roller skating rink, gourmet market, funfair rides, and chocolate giveaways
During December and the holiday break, Nemours hosts a wonderful lineup of Christmas festivities, featuring free activities that everyone in the family can enjoy! [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]
Val-d'Oise: sound and light show in Enghien-les-Bains for a magical Christmas 2025
Once again this year, the town of Enghien-les-Bains, in the Val-d'Oise, invites you to experience a magical Christmas and announces the return of its free sound and light show! Come along from December 5, 2025, to January 4, 2026, to admire monumental projections on the facades of the Town Hall and Saint-Joseph Church. [Read more]
Christmas 2025: in Montmorency (95), a free ice rink will be set up in the heart of a Christmas village.
Looking for a great plan for Christmas 2025 in Île-de-France? In Val d'Oise, the town of Montmorency is unveiling its free ice rink (including skate hire) in the heart of a Christmas village with extra entertainment. See you there from December 12, 2025, to January 4, 2026. [Read more]
Christmas tip: a free carousel for children in Courbevoie
And round and round it goes in the heart of Courbevoie. A free carousel is available for the town's children from November 29, 2025, to January 4, 2026. [Read more]
2025 Christmas lights on the Champs-Elysées: a unique sound and light show throughout the season
The Christmas lights on the Champs-Elysées are usually marked by a festive kick-off in the company of a muse. This year, 2025, we can expect an even more spectacular edition, as a brand new sound and light show is set to complement the illuminations. [Read more]
Christmas 2025 Lights in Paris: Photos, Schedules, and Practical Info
The Christmas lights in Paris are a magical moment that accompanies the end-of-year celebrations. From the Champs-Élysées to Bercy Village, via the very chic Faubourg Saint-Honoré, Paris is decked out in a thousand lights every year. A sparkling journey that is sure to dazzle you! [Read more]
Christmas Windows Displays in Paris 2025 at the Major Department Stores: Photos and Practical Information
When do the 2025 Christmas window displays start and where can you see them in Paris? From Printemps to Galeries Lafayette, discover what Parisian department stores have in store for us as the holiday season approaches, to delight young and old alike! Bon Marché, BHV, Samaritaine—every year, we enjoy the beautiful window displays that come to life for our greatest pleasure. With family, children, loved ones, or simply with those close to us, this is an essential part of Christmas in Paris. [Read more]
