December settles in Paris, enveloping the capital in a unique fairytale atmosphere. Streets lit up by twinkling garlands, Christmas markets blooming in every corner of the city, and the scent of hot chestnuts wafting through the air, create the perfect backdrop for enjoying the many activities on offer at this time of year. Despite the chill of winter, the desire to discover and be surprised remains intact.
And in the Paris region, every month brings its share of novelties: promising restaurant openings, new exhibitions, original shows ready to light up your evenings, and ephemeral addresses to explore before the end of the year... Whether you're a gastronomic enthusiast, a cultural aficionado or a lover ofunusual experiences, Paris and the surrounding region are brimming with nuggets to brighten up your winter days and evenings. For the avant-garde who want to be the first to know what's new, we've put together a roundup of the things to do in Paris and the Ile-de-France region starting in December.
So for those of you who want to discover everything before anyone else, so you don't miss a thing of theParisian effervescence, this article is regularly updated to bring you the latest announcements and addresses not to be missed. Get ready for a vibrant December, full of surprises and wonders in and around the City of Light. Don't wait any longer to discover our selection of what's new in Paris in December!
The Musée d'Orsay marks its 40th anniversary with a free weekend and a Boum put on by Thomas Jolly.
The Musée d’Orsay is celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2026 and unveiling a spectacular anniversary program in Paris’s 7th arrondissement, featuring a free weekend and, as the centerpiece, a Boum 1986 imagined by Thomas Jolly in December. [Read more]
New: the exhibitions opening in December 2026 in Paris and Île-de-France
In Paris, every month brings its share of new things and surprises. In the museums and art galleries of the capital and Île-de-France, you can enjoy a wonderful program of new exhibitions to discover in December 2025. [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]
Horse GP in Paris Bercy: an XXL show featuring show jumping, Sprint, Grand Prix and a concert in December
What if show jumping went Formula 1 mode? That’s the bet behind Horse GP, a new equestrian event slated for December 2, 2026 at the Accor Arena in Paris, with Sprint, Grand Prix, a show and a concert on the lineup. [Read more]
The next time you bite the dust, with Vassili Schneider, returns to Paris in December 2026.
Portée par son succès public, "La prochaine fois tu mordras la poussière" prolonge son aventure sur scène avec un retour très attendu à Paris. Adaptée du roman de Panayotis Pascot par Paul Pascot, la pièce sera présentée au Trianon du 19 December 2026 to 2 January 2027, with Vassili Schneider, crowned at the Molières 2025. [Read more]
The Camel: Jean Reno performs solo on stage at the Édouard VII theatre.
Jean Reno presents Le Chameau, a one-man show directed by Ladislas Chollat, running December 1–31, 2026 at the Théâtre Édouard VII. [Read more]
A Second Before Christmas: A Musical Comedy at the Folies Bergère in December 2026
A Second Before Christmas – The Musical, based on Romain Sardou's novel, will be running at the Folies Bergère from December 11, 2026, to January 17, 2027. [Read more]
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Dates and Opening Time
From December 1, 2026 to December 31, 2026
