Are you visiting or staying in Paris during the2025-2026 Christmas holidays? You're in the right place! During this joyful season, the end-of-year celebrations bring a magical atmosphere to the capital and its region. The streets are lit up, the shop windows are animated, and everyone feels like a child again. While Christmas and New Year's Eveare an opportunityto go to the theater, cinema, or opera with the family, don't forget the museums and their magnificent exhibitions.
Of course, a visit to the permanent collections is always a pleasure. But this vacation season is also the perfect time to discover quality temporary exhibitions. Alone, with friends or family, take advantage of these festive days to stroll through the region's museums and cultural institutions: they always have some lovely surprises and enchanting moments in store, with exceptional programming.
That's why we've come up with a list of all the great cultural events you can look forward to during the Christmas vacations, from December 21, 2024 to January 5, 2025. Be sure to check museum opening times on public holidays! Shall we take in an exhibition between two New Year's Eve celebrations?
Happy holidays to you all, and enjoy your museum visits!















