Santa Cl aus is eagerly awaited on the evening of December 24th! Every year, children wait with bated breath for the old bearded man to bring them the presents and gifts they've been dreaming of as a reward for their good behavior throughout the year!
To make sure he doesn't disappoint anyone, Santa-Claus lets his little elves work quietly in his workshop to make the wonderful toys and games that will delight young and old alike. Meanwhile, from mid-November to the famous Christmas Eve, he dons his traditional red and white suit and makes the rounds of Christmas markets, amusement parks and shopping malls to meet children, listen to their wish lists and take their famous letters to Santa!
It's an opportunity for parents to immortalize this enchanting moment by taking a magnificent photo of their offspring, smiling broadly and marvelling at the Christmas magic that reigns throughout the capital during this period!
And, in keeping with the magic of Christmas, this article will be updated automatically and regularly as we make new discoveries! So don't hesitate to bookmark it and come back regularly to discover new places and new experiences to share with your family and Santa Cl aus! And don't forget St. Nicholas, traditionally celebrated on December 6.
The Eiffel Tower Christmas Market 2023: crafts, workshops & surprises on the 1st floor of the monument
The Eiffel Tower organizes its own Christmas Market! From December 14, 2023 to January 15, 2024, the 200 m² terrace on the second floor of the Iron Lady will host a dozen charming chalets, offering a multitude of gift ideas and delicacies. For children, there will be gingerbread workshops, a distorting mirror trail and even a visit from Santa Claus himself! [Read more]
Christmas vacations at Parc Astérix 2023-2024: light trail, ice rink, rides and shows
Parc Astérix is once again celebrating the magic of Christmas during the 2023 Christmas vacations. From December 23, 2023 to January 7, 2024, you're invited to discover the festive activities of the Gaulish Christmas at the theme park. Ice rink, sledges, trail of lights, hidden tavern and enchanting shows await you... [Read more]
Christmas at Disneyland Paris: discover the programme for the end-of-year season
Christmas festivities return to Disneyland Paris this year! The theme park is offering its traditional magical winter season, Disney's Enchanted Christmas, from November 11, 2023 to January 7, 2024. Mark your calendars! [Read more]
Jardin des Tuileries Christmas Market in Paris 2023
The Jardin des Tuileries Christmas Market awaits you from November 18, 2023 to January 7, 2024. It's the perfect opportunity to shop for Christmas gifts, take part in the merry-go-rounds, slide on the skating rink, and feast on the many stalls and gourmet restaurants on site. [Read more]
Christmas 2023 in Aubervilliers: sound and light show, toboggan run and Santa Claus in Aubervilliers
From December 20, 2023, the town of Aubervilliers will be transformed and transported into the magic of Christmas. A merry-go-round, market and children's entertainment await you and your family this vacation season! [Read more]
Christmas 2023: gospel choir, Christmas market and cookies at Le Parchamp hotel
On December 17, 2023, the whole family can enjoy a magical foretaste of Christmas at the Hôtel Le Parchamp in Boulogne-Billancourt, which is transformed into a Christmas market for the occasion, complete with gospel choir, gourmet treats and magical entertainment! [Read more]
Christmas 2023: Christmas market, indoor skating rink and family entertainment in Trappes
Come and discover the Féeries de Noël, a Christmas market, an indoor skating rink and lots of entertainment for the whole family! [Read more]
Christmas Market 2023 in Morsang-sur-Orge (91): designers, delicacies, gospel, fireworks!
The Christmas Market returns to Morsang-sur-Orge, Essonne, on December 9 and 10, 2023, transforming the Château forecourt into a winter fairytale. The inauguration on Saturday at 6pm with Santa Claus heralds an enchanted weekend of discoveries, gospel singing and activities for children. There will also be a toy donation stand, and a dazzling fireworks display to round off this magical weekend in style. [Read more]
Christmas Market 2023, Santa Claus and his elves, and musical workshops in Les Lilas
This weekend, from December 8 to 10, 2023, head to Les Lilas and its Christmas market to surround yourself in the magic of the festive season, a few weeks before opening the presents under the tree. On the program: musical workshops and meetings with Santa Claus! [Read more]
Christmas 2023: skating rink, Christmas market and Santa Claus parade in Montmorency
In the Val d'Oise, the charming town of Montmorency awaits you for a wonderful holiday season, where you and your family can meet Santa Claus and enjoy a host of fun activities! [Read more]
Christmas 2023: entertainment, ecological ice rink and Santa's house at One Nation Outlet (78)
The One Nation Outlet shopping center in the Yvelines is unveiling its Christmas activities, with a fun Christmas market, an ecological skating rink and a little train to discover the wonderful world of elves! [Read more]
Christmas 2023 in Vincennes: Christmas market, skating rink, horse-drawn carriage, concerts and magical shows
Vincennes celebrates Christmas from December 8, 2023 to January 7, 2024! On the program? The traditional Christmas Market and its unique gift ideas, an ice rink to show off your best tricks, horse-drawn carriage rides and enchanted parades, and even the famous Christmas carols. [Read more]
The Paris 2023 City Hall Christmas Market and Village - photos
For Christmas 2023, the City of Paris is once again setting up a Christmas village on the parvis de l'Hôtel de Ville, with a Christmas market featuring Parisian products, treats and free rides from November 28 to December 31, 2023. This year, the spotlight is on the Olympic Games! [Read more]
The fabulous Janvry Village Christmas Market 2023
Janvry, a charming village in the Vallée de Chevreuse in the Essonne region of France, is once again staging a huge and festive Christmas Market, with a focus on handcrafted products. Join us this year from November 24 to 26 and December 1 to 3, 2023, for a host of entertainment and gift ideas. [Read more]
The 2023 Christmas Market in Boulogne-Billancourt (92) and its enchanted rides
The Boulogne-Billancourt Christmas Market returns to the Grand' Place, from Wednesday November 22 to Sunday December 24, 2023, to the delight of young and old alike. On the program? Crafts, entertainment and photos with Santa Claus... This year, it's time to enjoy the festive season with the whole family! [Read more]
Christmas 2023: Fontainebleau ski resort with tartiflette party, Christmas market and little train
The Fontainebleau region is bursting at the seams with activities for the festive season, transforming itself into a veritable ski resort for family fun, including a gourmet Christmas market, a tartiflette party and even a toboggan run! [Read more]
The Paris La Défense Christmas Market 2023, the biggest in the Paris Region!
The Paris la Défense Christmas Market returns from November 16 to December 27, 2023. This year, some 180 wooden chalets will bring the parvis de la Défense to life with gift ideas, gourmet stalls and entertainment galore! [Read more]
The 2023 Medieval Christmas Market in Provins: ball, banquet and magical entertainment on the programme
The medieval city of Provins invites you to celebrate Christmas on Saturday December 9 and Sunday December 10, 2023. It's the perfect opportunity to discover this legendary medieval Christmas market in the Seine-et-Marne region, during a festive weekend of holiday magic! [Read more]
Christmas 2023 at So Ouest: Christmas market, workshops, virtual reality and light parade!
The So Ouest shopping center invites you to celebrate Christmas 2023 in the heart of a Scandinavian decor, with an attractive program of free events for the whole family. On the program? A meeting with Santa Claus, creative workshops, a gourmet and artisanal Christmas market, virtual reality journeys and a light parade! [Read more]
The 2023 Christmas Market in Plaisir (78): crafts, Santa Claus, horse-drawn carriage rides...
On the weekend of December 9-10, 2023, the Parc du Château de Plaisir (78) will be transformed into a veritable Christmas Village. An enchanted getaway not to be missed, where you can discover the stalls of over 55 exhibitors and artisans, and enjoy free entertainment for the whole family, not forgetting the presence of Santa Claus. Join us at the Marché de Noël 2023 de la Ville de Plaisir! [Read more]
Christmas counter and market 2023 at the Domaine de Madame Elisabeth in Versailles
Designers and local products, tastings and children's entertainment including a visit from Santa Claus... Here's the festive program for the Comptoir de Noël at the Domaine de Madame Elisabeth in Versailles, on December 2 and 3, 2023. [Read more]
The BHV Marais 2023 Christmas window displays are unveiled, discover the inauguration in pictures
For Christmas 2023 in Paris, the BHV Marais puts the forest in the spotlight. From this November 8, 2023, you can discover the Christmas windows that bring the Rue de Rivoli to life during a stroll with your family, your loved ones or simply your friends and family. Find out what's in store. [Read more]
Christmas Market 2023 in Le Perray-en-Yvelines (78): crafts, delicacies, choirs & little train
Experience the magic of the festive season at the Christmas Village in Le Perray-en-Yvelines, a charming town in the Yvelines department (78). From December 2 to 3 and December 9 to 10, 2023, explore over 70 artisan, designer and restaurant chalets, and immerse yourself in a uniquely festive atmosphere, with enchanting entertainment, creative workshops and traditional choirs. A Christmas market well worth the detour! [Read more]
Chilly-Mazarin Christmas Market 2023
The Chilly-Mazarin Christmas Market opens its doors on December 2 and 3, 2023 in the Parc de l'Hôtel-de-ville. With some thirty exhibitors and a host of festive events, don't miss this opportunity to find original gifts! [Read more]
Christmas Market 2023 at the Bergerie nationale de Rambouillet
The Bergerie nationale de Rambouillet is holding its Christmas craft market on Sunday, December 10, 2023. Every year, it's a great opportunity to meet the craftsmen and producers who come with their mouth-watering products to suggest some great gift ideas! [Read more]
Christmas 2023: magical free events for children at Aéroville shopping center
From December onwards, shopping centers in the Paris region are getting ready for Christmas, with a host of free events for the whole family, as seen here at Aéroville shopping center in Roissy-en-France (95). [Read more]
Christmas 2023: free, festive, community events for children at Carré Sénart
The Westfield Carré Sénart shopping center in Lieusaint, Seine-et-Marne, is celebrating the festive season in style, with a variety of free events for children. Come and meet Santa Claus on November 21! [Read more]
Christmas 2023: a village of free automatons sets up in Aulnay-sous-Bois for the vacations
From December 2, 2023 to January 7, 2024, the magic of Christmas takes over the O'Parinor shopping center in Aulnay-sous-Bois, Seine-Saint-Denis, with a village of automatons to keep young and old dreaming in the run-up to Christmas. [Read more]
Christmas at the Château de Chantilly 2023, visits, storytelling, choir and show on the program
Christmas is coming to the Château de Chantilly for Christmas 2023. The chateau and grounds await you for a magical stroll in a fairytale setting for the whole family. From December 2, 2023 to January 7, 2024, discover the sublime decorations, animations, visits, equestrian show and gourmet Christmas market... And don't forget to meet Santa Claus! [Read more]
Christmas 2023 in the Yvelines: Sartrouville's ephemeral ice rink is back for the festive season!
The Christmas skating rink in Sartrouville (78) returns to the Place de la Gare from December 23, 2023 to January 7, 2024! The magic begins on December 23 with the opening of the town's Christmas village, the arrival of Santa Claus and the inauguration of the ephemeral ice rink. All this, plus free hot chocolate and a merry parade in an enchanted winter setting. Are you ready for a magical Christmas in Sartrouville? [Read more]
The magic of Christmas at the Parc des Princes, with family entertainment
As part of the Stadium Tour, Paris-Saint-Germain unveils its Christmas decorations in the heart of the Parc des Princes, with entertainment for the whole family to enjoy this winter! [Read more]
Christmas 2023: funfair and shows at the Micheletty Circus Village in Villeneuve-la-Garenne (92)
In December or during the 2023 Christmas vacations, come and spend a day at the Cirque Micheletty village with your family. What's on the program? Acrobatic shows and a funfair for the whole family. [Read more]
Christmas 2023 at Batman Escape: discover our festive events and workshops
Discover the magic of the festive season at Batman Escape, in the heart of La Villette! Immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere of Gotham City with exclusive gift ideas, creative Christmas workshops and an unforgettable encounter with Santa Claus and Harley Quinn. A month of surprises and excitement awaits you... So, are you coming to help Batman this holiday season? [Read more]
L'Avenue de Noël, festive pop-ups in Paris Saint Lazare: Santa Claus, tattoos, make-up, collections
Embark on a festive Christmas shopping-show on the forecourt of Gare Saint Lazare! Until December 24, 2023, magical pop-up stores await you every day from 10am to 8pm, with festive entertainment for the whole family. With free tea time, readings with Santa, tattoos, flash make-up and a toy collection, join in this bubbly and generous Christmas celebration! [Read more]
L'Extraordinaire Maison du Père Noël: the immersive experience at the Île de Loisirs de Jablines-Annet
Europe's biggest Santa Claus house returns to Seine-et-Marne to delight children of all ages this festive season. Join us on the Île de Loisirs de Jablines-Annet, from November 4 to December 24, 2023, to push open the doors of Santa's Extraordinary House and enjoy an incredible, fairytale-like immersive experience. [Read more]
Christmas lights 2023-2024: candy cane skies and Christmas tales at Bercy Village
Bercy Village lights up for the festive season, from November 16, 2023 to January 8, 2024! Discover Christmas treats above your head, in this alley transformed into a magical place. On the program: a gourmet stroll, an XXL selfie spot, Christmas tales, and of course, Santa Claus himself! [Read more]
Au Pays du Père Noël, the Christmas show for the whole family, at the Théâtre des Mathurins
Au pays du Père Noël, the children's show by Olivier Solivérès, returns to the Théâtre des Mathurins from November 1 to December 30, 2023. This year, Santa welcomes you to his home at the North Pole, and invites you to discover all his secrets! [Read more]
Here's your chance to see Santa Cl aus in the flesh and whisper to him the gift you'd like so much under the tree. If, however, you forgot to bring your famous letter to Santa, you can always send it to the following address: Santa Claus - 1, Chemin des nuages - Pôle Nord. And since Santa Claus is a modern man with a passion for new technologies, you can even send him an e-mail.
Letter to Santa Claus: find out when the secretariat opens and prepare your letter
No letter, no present: the rule is simple. So don't waste any more time, grab a sheet of paper and a pen, and write your letter to Santa! His secretariat is open from November 14 to December 20, 2023. [Read more]