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Last updated: December 01, 2024

Discover the end-of-year festivities in Boulogne-sur-Mer with our comprehensive event guide. From traditional animations to festive markets, we present all the essential winter season events in our maritime city.

From the illuminated Grand-Place to the Christmas market on Place Dalton, and through the animations in the fortified old town, Boulogne-sur-Mer comes alive during the holidays. Traditional wooden chalets offer artisanal and gastronomic products, while the outdoor ice rink and the little Christmas train delight visitors of all ages. The upper town, with its historic ramparts, provides a picturesque setting for winter celebrations.

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Boulogne-sur-Mer Holiday Markets and Shopping

What to Expect:

Descent of Father Christmas from the Belfry

Description:

The Cité de Noël de Béthune is an annual event held on the Grand'Place of Béthune, offering five weeks of wooden chalets and festive decorations. Local and regional artisans provide seasonal food and gift ideas for the end-of-year celebrations. The program includes rides and animations such as a carousel, ice-skating rink, Ferris wheel, small train, workshops, and concerts.

Where: Béthune | More Info: Béthune Christmas Market

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What to Expect:

Christmas market with ice rink and Ferris wheel.

Description:

The Dunkerque Christmas Market offers a Christmas market open daily from 12h to 20h, with parades, concerts, an ice rink, and a Ferris wheel. The Father Christmas Castle is accessible during school periods and holidays.

Where: Dunkirk | More Info: Dunkirk Christmas Market

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What to Expect:

A Christmas market with local products and creators in the heart of the fortified city.

Description:

The Christmas Market in Boulogne-sur-Mer is an annual event that brings together merchants, artisans, and creators to offer a variety of products and craftsmanship. The event takes place on the parking lot of the Enclos de l'Evêché.

Where: Boulogne-sur-Mer | More Info: Boulogne-sur-Mer Christmas Market

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Boulogne-sur-Mer Holiday Shows and Entertainment

What to Expect:

Unique candlelit Christmas concert.

Description:

Immerse yourself in the spirit of Christmas with a unique and magical concert entirely lit by candles. The Ensemble Vocal du Touquet-Paris-Plage offers an intimate and warm atmosphere to celebrate the end-of-year festivities. Under the artistic direction of Karim Affreingue, this Christmas concert will be enhanced by the presence of talented pianist Natalia Hendrycks. Let yourself be charmed by the most beautiful Christmas melodies, interpreted with passion and delicacy.

Where: Le Touquet | More Info: Christmas Concerts in Le Touquet

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Boulogne-sur-Mer Other Holiday Activities

What to Expect:

Parade of Confréries with evocative and solemn costumes.

Description:

The Fête de la Dinde de Licques is a traditional festival that honors the quality turkeys, capons, and guineafowl from the Licquois region. During the three-day event, a regional Christmas market with animations and tastings will be offered to the public.

Where: Licques | More Info: Turkey Festival in Licques

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