Last updated: 11 November 2024
Looking to discover the end-of-year festivities in Champs-sur-Marne? Our guide presents all the events and activities that will bring the city to life during the holiday season, so you won't miss any of the celebrations.
The Town Hall square hosts the traditional Christmas market, where wooden chalets offer artisanal products and regional specialties. The city center glows with festive decorations, while the Château de Champs-sur-Marne park provides an enchanting setting for winter walks. The shops on République Street and the activities in the Bois de Grâce district contribute to the warm holiday atmosphere.
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Champs-sur-Marne Holiday Light Displays
Champs Élysées Christmas Lights
- What to Expect
- Illuminations of 400 trees with balloon glass garlands.
- Description
- The Champs-Élysées illuminations are a light spectacle that brings one of Paris's most majestic avenues to life during the end-of-year celebrations. The illuminations take place every evening from 5 pm until the beginning of January and all night on December 24 and 31.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Champs Élysées Christmas Lights
Rue des Bulles
- What to Expect
- A biodegradable balloon canopy suspended 6 meters high.
- Description
- Rue des Bulles is a festive installation featuring 12,000 golden and white balloons suspended in the air, illuminated by garlands at night. The bars, restaurants, cafes, and wine shops on Rue des Martyrs offer musical entertainment and a champagne hour every day.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Rue des Bulles
Champs-sur-Marne Holiday Markets and Shopping
La Défense Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Largest Christmas market in Île-de-France with 200 decorated stalls.
- Description
- The La Défense Christmas Market is a must-attend event that transforms the La Défense Esplanade into a magical urban landscape. With nearly 200 decorated stalls, it offers a wide range of artisanal products, Christmas decorations, and regional and international gourmet specialties.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : La Défense Christmas Market
Tuileries Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- A 1200 m² ice rink and family-friendly activities.
- Description
- The Tuileries Christmas Market features nearly 80 wooden chalets with French artisanal products, family-friendly activities, and a 1200 m² ice rink.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Tuileries Christmas Market
Hotel de Ville Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Christmas village with Parisian product stalls and free rides.
- Description
- The Christmas Market at the Hôtel de Ville offers an animated village with Parisian product stalls, treats, and free rides. The trees are chosen with environmental respect in mind, and the lights use low-energy LED technology.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Hotel de Ville Christmas Market
Montmartre Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Free workshops for children and presence of Santa Claus.
- Description
- The Montmartre Christmas Market features local creators offering decorative items made of wood, metal, ceramics, and textiles. Local producers also participate, offering cheeses, foie gras, pretzels, tapenade, honey, and biscuits. Free workshops for children and various animations, including the presence of Santa Claus, complete the offerings.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Montmartre Christmas Market
Saint-Germain-des-Prés Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Decorated stalls and artisanal gourmet products.
- Description
- The Saint-Germain-des-Prés Christmas Market offers a festive experience with decorated stalls, gourmet and artisanal products, and children's activities.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Saint-Germain-des-Prés Christmas Market
Notre Dame Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- A Christmas market with local artisans and regional specialties.
- Description
- The Notre Dame Christmas Market offers a festive atmosphere with Santa Claus and animations, drawing contests, and children's stories. You can enjoy regional specialties like macarons, foie gras, pretzels, and cheese, as well as hot wine. Artisans showcase handmade creations of jewelry, ceramics, textiles, and leather.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Notre Dame Christmas Market
Alsatian Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Alsatian specialties and festive atmosphere.
- Description
- The Alsace Christmas Market at the Gare de l'Est offers a variety of Alsatian specialties, such as Kougelhopf, bredele, and potato pancakes, along with local products and traditional drinks.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Alsatian Christmas Market
Champs-sur-Marne Holiday Shows and Entertainment
The Grand Réveillon
- What to Expect
- Immersion in the historic interiors of the castle with a secret army of domestics.
- Description
- The Grand Réveillon is an immersive spectacle that brings back to life the interiors of the Château de Champs-sur-Marne with over 800 volunteers, actors, extras, dancers, and choristers. Explore the underground where a secret army of domestics prepares the festivities, and stroll through the opulent salons to the ballroom.
- Where
- Champs-sur-Marne | More Info : The Grand Réveillon
Radio Classique Christmas Concert
- What to Expect
- A unique musical event combining classical masterpieces and traditional Christmas carols.
- Description
- The Grand Concert de Noël Radio Classique is a musical event that combines classical masterpieces and traditional Christmas carols to celebrate the festive season.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Radio Classique Christmas Concert
Vivaldi's Gloria, Handel Messiah, Bach Christmas Oratorio
- What to Expect
- Christmas celebration with sacred works and surprises.
- Description
- The "Gloria" concert by Vivaldi, organized by Jean-Christophe Spinosi, features sacred repertoire pages with surprises to celebrate the Christmas season. The works include Vivaldi's Gloria RV 588, Dixit Dominus RV 594, excerpts from Bach's Weihnachtsoratorium, and Handel's Messiah.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Vivaldi's Gloria, Handel Messiah, Bach Christmas Oratorio
Christmas Concert at Sainte-Chapelle
- What to Expect
- Classical music concert in a historic Gothic church.
- Description
- The Christmas Concert at La Sainte Chapelle offers a classical music performance in the Gothic church of Paris, featuring breathtaking stained glass windows and a festive program.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Concert at Sainte-Chapelle
Christmas Concert at Saint-Germain-des-Prés
- What to Expect
- Classical music concerts in a historic Gothic church.
- Description
- The Christmas Concerts at Saint-Germain-des-Prés offer an exceptional musical experience with interpretations of Vivaldi, Strauss, and Schubert, creating a festive and cultural atmosphere in the historic Gothic church.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Concert at Saint-Germain-des-Prés
Christmas Concert at Saint-Sulpice
- What to Expect
- Christmas concert with a large choir and symphonic orchestra.
- Description
- The Orchestre Hélios presents a Christmas concert at the Église Saint-Sulpice, featuring traditional Christmas carols for choir and orchestra in an inspiring atmosphere.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Concert at Saint-Sulpice
Christmas Concert at La Madeleine
- What to Expect
- Christmas concerts with classical interpretations and organ recitals.
- Description
- The Christmas Concert at La Madeleine features a rich and varied musical program, with classical interpretations and organ recitals, offering a festive and cultural atmosphere.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Concert at La Madeleine
Ukrainian National Opera Ballet: The Snow Queen
- What to Expect
- A unique choreographic representation with classical music.
- Description
- The Ballet of the National Opera of Ukraine presents The Snow Queen, a two-act ballet based on the famous fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen. This choreographic version is signed by Aniko Rekhviashvili and features music by Grieg, Massenet, Offenbach, Johann Strauss, and Berlioz.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Ukrainian National Opera Ballet: The Snow Queen
Moulin Rouge Christmas Show
- What to Expect
- Gourmet dinner with superior champagne and the « Féerie » show.
- Description
- The Moulin Rouge Christmas Spectacle offers a gourmet dinner crafted by our Chef, accompanied by a superior champagne or exceptional wine, followed by the « Féerie » show with its flamboyant feathered costumes and stunning French Cancan.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Moulin Rouge Christmas Show
Champs-sur-Marne Other Holiday Activities
Christmas Cruise on the Seine
- What to Expect
- Gastronomic cruise with views of Paris's historic landmarks.
- Description
- Enjoy a Christmas cruise on the Seine with refined cuisine and dishes inspired by French gastronomy. Discover Paris's historic landmarks while savoring a delicious meal.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Cruise on the Seine