Last updated: 11 November 2024
Get ready to discover the end-of-year festivities in Bagnolet! Our guide presents all the activities and celebrations of the winter season, offering both locals and visitors a complete overview of local traditions.
From the illuminated Town Hall Square to the decorated shopping streets, Bagnolet comes alive during the holiday season. The traditional market sets up on Place Salvador Allende, offering local crafts and culinary specialties, while the historic districts host various cultural events. Just minutes from the center, Jean Moulin Park offers a festive atmosphere with its illuminations and outdoor performances.
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Bagnolet Holiday Light Displays
Natural History Museum - Tropical Wonders
- What to Expect
- "Immersive and engaging exhibition with hundreds of animated light structures."
- Description
- "Discover the biodiversity of tropical rainforests through a vibrant journey of light installations, featuring characteristic, spectacular, or unusual species."
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Natural History Museum - Tropical Wonders
Dragons and Lanterns Festival
- What to Expect
- 100 dinosaurs and 2,000 lanterns illuminate the paths of the Jardin d'Acclimatation.
- Description
- The Festival des Lanternes : le Bal des Dinosaures features a 6-hectare light display with 100 dinosaurs and 2,000 lanterns, offering a unique prehistoric immersion.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Dragons and Lanterns Festival
Bagnolet Holiday Markets and Shopping
Hotel de Ville Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- A free XXL luge track and local creators.
- Description
- The Christmas Market at the Hôtel de Ville offers a festive experience with free animations, various food stalls, and creators and artisans selling products labeled "Made in Paris."
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Hotel de Ville Christmas Market
Tuileries Garden Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- A traditional Christmas market with amusement rides and an ice skating rink.
- Description
- The Tuileries Christmas Market offers a festive experience with nearly 80 wooden chalets, amusement rides, a 1200 m² ice skating rink, and gourmet food stands.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Tuileries Garden Christmas Market
Montmartre Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Fifteen creators offer decorative items made of wood, metal, ceramics, and bio cosmetics.
- Description
- The Montmartre Christmas Market offers a variety of local creations, cheeses, and culinary specialties, as well as free workshops for children. Santa Claus will be present for a souvenir photo.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Montmartre Christmas Market
Saint-Germain-des-Prés Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- A variety of artisanal and gourmet products to discover.
- Description
- The Saint-Germain-des-Prés Christmas Market offers a variety of artisanal and gourmet products, with decorated stalls and children's activities.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Saint-Germain-des-Prés Christmas Market
La Defense Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Approximately 200 wooden stalls offering a wide range of artisanal and gastronomic products.
- Description
- The La Défense Christmas Market is a must-attend event running from Thursday, November 14 to Sunday, December 29, 2024. This market features a festival of sparkling lights, delicious treats, and traditional craftsmanship. Visitors can stroll through the 200 decorated stalls, admire the Christmas decorations, and indulge in the scents of cinnamon and hot chocolate.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : La Defense Christmas Market
Notre-Dame Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- A Christmas market with artisanal creations and regional specialties.
- Description
- The Notre-Dame Christmas Market offers a unique experience with artisanal creations and regional specialties. Visitors can discover jewelry, ceramics, textiles, and gourmet products made by true artisans.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Notre-Dame Christmas Market
Bagnolet Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Christmas Concert at Sainte-Chapelle
- What to Expect
- Classical music concert in a historic Gothic church.
- Description
- Enjoy a classical music concert at the stunning Sainte Chapelle in Paris. Marvel at the breathtaking stained glass windows while enjoying a superb musical performance. Paris is even more beautiful during the end-of-year festivities, when the city shines with decorations.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Concert at Sainte-Chapelle
Christmas Concert at Sainte-Eustache Church
- What to Expect
- Diverse repertoire including both symphonic and choral classics.
- Description
- The Christmas Concert at Sainte-Eustache offers an exceptional performance of Christmas classics with the Hélios Youth Orchestra. The program includes pieces like "We Wish You a Merry Christmas", "It is Born the Divine Child", and "Midnight, Christians".
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Concert at Sainte-Eustache Church
Moulin Rouge Christmas Show
- What to Expect
- A gourmet meal crafted with regional and seasonal products.
- Description
- The Moulin Rouge Christmas Spectacle is an unforgettable dinner show where you can enjoy a gourmet meal crafted by our Chef, accompanied by the Moulin Rouge orchestra. The final notes of the orchestra fade in, the lights dim, and you are immersed in a warm atmosphere filled with hundreds of red lamps.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Moulin Rouge Christmas Show
New Year's Eve Fireworks on the Champs-Elysées
- What to Expect
- First live show at the foot of the Arc de Triomphe for these New Year's celebrations.
- Description
- The New Year's Eve fireworks display on the Champs-Élysées is a grandiose pyrotechnic spectacle that closes the New Year's celebration. Musical and artistic animations start at 19:00, followed by a countdown video projected on the Arc de Triomphe and a final fireworks display at midnight.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : New Year's Eve Fireworks on the Champs-Elysées
Bagnolet Other Holiday Activities
Christmas Dinner on the Seine River
- What to Expect
- Dinner cruise with panoramic views of Paris's historic landmarks.
- Description
- Enjoy a lunch or dinner cruise on the Seine, offering a unique view of Paris's historic landmarks, such as the Louvre and the Eiffel Tower. French cuisine is featured with seasonal dishes and local ingredients.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Dinner on the Seine River
New Year's Eve Dinner Cruise on the Seine
- What to Expect
- Nighttime cruise with musical atmosphere and views of illuminated Parisian monuments.
- Description
- New Year's Eve on the Seine offers a unique experience of navigating the Seine, with a musical atmosphere and spectacular views of the illuminated Parisian monuments.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : New Year's Eve Dinner Cruise on the Seine