Wondering what to do this weekend, from Saturday the 20th to Sunday the 21st of December 2025, in the Île-de-France region? While Paris offers a wealth of events, the surrounding areas are equally bustling with activities. Whether you're exploring the Yvelines, the Val-de-Marne, Seine-Saint-Denis, the Val-d’Oise, Seine-et-Marne, the Essonne, or the Hauts-de-Seine, each département spoils visitors with a variety of events. Every weekend offers a packed calendar of entertainment suitable for young and old alike.
A chance to get away from it all for a few hours, not far from Paris, and discover places that are easily accessible by metro, RER, bus or Transilien. Walking tours, exhibitions, festivals, shows and cinema... the possibilities are endless.
What’s on the agenda for this weekend? Christmas celebrations, storytelling sessions, an immersive show, a giant LEGO dinosaur exhibition, a pop culture exhibit, street art... Explore the lineup of events across Île-de-France waiting for you this weekend!
The 2025 Melun Christmas Market in mountain village style in Seine-et-Marne - 77
The Melun Christmas market is set up in the courtyard of the Town Hall with a mountain village atmosphere. From December 19 to 21, 2025, local artisans and producers welcome us for an alpine getaway in the heart of Seine-et-Marne. [Read more]
The 2025 Christmas Market in Neuilly-sur-Seine (92): a host of free and festive activities
The Neuilly-sur-Seine Christmas Market (92) welcomes you with a concentration of magic and delicacies! With artisan chalets, crepes and hot chocolate, concerts and free entertainment, the square in front of the Town Hall and Avenue Achille Peretti will be the place to be for the holidays in the Hauts-de-Seine department from December 6 to 24! [Read more]
Christmas 2025 in Poissy (78): Christmas Market, Enchanting Parade, Sledging, Mini Train, and Creative Workshops
The Poissy Christmas Market returns to Place de la République from December 12 to 14, 2025, offering a selection of unique gifts and delicious treats! Then, from December 20 to 28, 2025, the Christmas Village extends the festive spirit with activities for all ages—including sledging, a miniature train, creative workshops, and more. [Read more]
The giant Christmas market at La Défense 2025, with an ice rink, crafts, and entertainment on the program.
The La Défense Christmas Market will be held on the Parvis de La Défense in the Hauts-de-Seine for its 30th edition, from November 13 to December 28, 2025. More than 300 chalets, a central ice rink, daily appearances by Santa Claus, and festive entertainment await you. [Read more]
Contes et Histoires 2025 at the Château de Maisons: royal entertainment in Maisons-Laffitte
The Château de Maisons in Maisons-Laffitte is offering workshops and fun activities during this new edition of Contes et Histoires, running from December 20, 2025, to January 4, 2026. This program is sure to delight families during the Christmas holidays in the Yvelines! [Read more]
Contes et Histoires 2025: festive shows and workshops at the Basilica of Saint-Denis
This year, during the Christmas holidays, children and their parents are invited to discover the Basilica of Saint-Denis during the Tales and Stories event, from December 20, 2025, to January 4, 2026. [Read more]
Christmas 2025: Experience Santa Claus's grand arrival with a concert and fireworks in the Île-de-France area
This Saturday, December 20th, Santa Claus will finally make his grand descent from the sky before kicking off his beloved gift-giving tour! The event is set in Meaux, just a short ride with your Navigo pass, where you'll witness the arrival of the jolly red man amidst fireworks and a lively funk concert to boot! [Read more]
An immersive exhibition of giant LEGO dinosaurs in Paris Montreuil Expo
Watch out for the dinosaurs, they're invading Paris Montreuil Expo from December 20, 2025, to May 3, 2026, during a LEGO Jurassic World exhibition by "The Brickman." Nearly fifteen brick dinosaurs, immersive sets, and family activities await you there. [Read more]
The World of Figurines: our photos from the pop culture exhibit at the Old Post Office in Versailles
At Versailles, the former Post Office hosts The World of Figurines, an exhibition showcasing over 17,000 pieces that explore history, pop culture, and fantastical worlds. Designed to captivate all curious visitors and miniature enthusiasts, this immersive experience combines stunning recreations, interactive workshops, and an insight into meticulous craftsmanship. The exhibit runs from December 17, 2025, to March 15, 2026. [Read more]
Urbain de Paname, the street-art exhibition with Banksy, OBEY, Kaws and Invader - extensions
Notice to street-art lovers, the Urbain de Paname exhibition is coming to the gates of Paris, from November 18th 2022 to March 19th 2023. For the occasion, 35 street-artists including Banksy, OBEY, Kaws and Invader take over the old skating rink of Saint-Ouen. On the program, artists' workshops, showcases and exclusive DJ sets! [Read more]
Dates and Opening Time
From December 20, 2025 to December 21, 2025
