Last updated: 11 November 2024
Welcome to the holiday season in Clermont-Ferrand! Our guide presents the festive events that bring our Auvergne city to life during this winter period, offering residents and visitors alike a multitude of activities.
Place de Jaude transforms into a Christmas village with its traditional market, wooden chalets, and illuminated Ferris wheel. The historic center hosts activities around the lava stone cathedral, while Place de la Victoire offers shows and local food tastings. The pedestrian streets of the city center shine with thousands of lights, creating a warm atmosphere between the historic facades.
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Clermont-Ferrand Holiday Markets and Shopping
Clermont-Ferrand Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- A Christmas market with local stalls and activities for all ages.
- Description
- The Christmas Market in Clermont-Ferrand welcomes you every day of the week in a festive atmosphere in the heart of the city. Discover the stalls of local creators and artisans to find unique gifts and enjoy comforting flavors.
- Where
- Clermont-Ferrand | More Info : Clermont-Ferrand Christmas Market
Tattoo Convention
- What to Expect
- Gathering of over 150 regional, national, and international tattoo artists.
- Description
- The Salon du Tatouage de Clermont-Ferrand brings together over 150 regional, national, and international tattoo artists at the Grande Halle d’Auvergne. Discover the culture of tattooing and enjoy market stalls, tattoo competitions, a dining and bar area, and numerous activities.
- Where
- Clermont-Ferrand | More Info : Tattoo Convention
Royat Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Christmas market with local and artisanal products.
- Description
- The Royat Christmas Market offers a variety of local and artisanal products, creating a convivial and festive atmosphere.
- Where
- Royat | More Info : Royat Christmas Market
Cournon Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Unique feature : Christmas market with specific hours for each day.
- Description
- The Cournon-d'Auvergne Christmas Market takes place around the Esplanade of the Polyvalent Hall, with specific hours for each day: Friday, December 13, from 2 PM to 8 PM, Saturday, December 14, from 10 AM to 8 PM, and Sunday, December 15, from 10 AM to 7 PM.
- Where
- Cournon-d'Auvergne | More Info : Cournon Christmas Market
Clermont-Ferrand Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Trans'urbaines Festival
- What to Expect
- A space for hip-hop dance experimentation and play.
- Description
- The Festival Les Trans'urbaines 2024 in Clermont-Ferrand highlights hip-hop with dance performances, workshops, and artist meet-and-greets.
- Where
- Clermont-Ferrand | More Info : Trans'urbaines Festival
Jazz en Tête
- What to Expect
- A high-quality jazz festival with international musicians and emerging talents.
- Description
- Jazz en Tête is a five-day jazz festival featuring two concerts per night at the Maison de la Culture, with a diverse lineup including international musicians and emerging talents.
- Where
- Clermont-Ferrand | More Info : Jazz en Tête
Clermont-Ferrand Other Holiday Activities
Students' Celebration
- What to Expect
- A well-being workshop, free of charge.
- Description
- Clermont fête ses étudiants is an annual event that brings together students and post-graduates for a week of festivities, including well-being workshops, urban quest games, costume parties, and electro concerts.
- Where
- Clermont-Ferrand | More Info : Students' Celebration
Clermont in Pink
- What to Expect
- Breast cancer awareness run with pink t-shirt.
- Description
- Clermont en Rose is a 5-kilometer family march or run in Clermont-Ferrand streets, organized to raise awareness about breast cancer screening and promote the benefits of physical activity.
- Where
- Clermont-Ferrand | More Info : Clermont in Pink