Christmas is a magical time of year. As the festive season approaches, magic takes hold of Paris and the whole of theÎle-de-France region. Everywhere in the Paris region, the festivities are in full swing: between festivals of lights, street illuminations, fairytale shows, Santa Claus appearances, festive menus, regressive treats and animated shop windows, it's a time when everyone falls back into childhood. Every year, the City of Lights seems determined to give us an even more fantastic Christmas... but how do you find your way through all the festivities?
Don't panic: to help you make the most of this festive season, we've put together a magical guide to the must-see events in Paris and the Paris region this Christmas. On the program, a selection for the whole family, from ideas for outings to tips for preparing your Christmas Eve on December 24. Whether you want to make the most of the Christmas vacations with the kids, or find great ideas for outings with your loved ones in general, we've got an overview of the festivities. Now all you have to do is make your choice!
PLEASE NOTE: This guide is updated as we discover new events.
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