Last updated: 11 November 2024
Discover the end-of-year festivities in Combs-la-Ville with our winter celebration guide. Whether you're a resident or visitor, we'll guide you through the numerous activities that illuminate our town during this festive period.
The Town Hall square becomes the heart of celebrations with its traditional Christmas market, where wooden chalets offer artisanal products and regional specialties. Along rue Sommeville to the Château de la Fresnaye, lights and decorations create a warm atmosphere, while the Youth Center offers workshops and activities for the whole family.
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Combs-la-Ville Holiday Light Displays
Dragons and Lanterns Festival
- What to Expect
- A luminous and cultural path inspired by the Shanhaijing.
- Description
- The Paris Dragon and Lantern Festival offers a unique experience in Europe, featuring lanterns and luminescent creatures inspired by the Shanhaijing, a classic of Chinese literature. Visitors can explore a luminous and cultural path composed of over a thousand lanterns, as well as animations and stands offering authentic Asian cuisine.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Dragons and Lanterns Festival
Natural History Museum - Tropical Wonders
- What to Expect
- An immersive and fascinating exhibition featuring hundreds of luminous structures.
- Description
- "Jungle en voie d'illumination" offers a nighttime journey through the tropical rainforests, spread across four continents, to discover the extraordinary biodiversity of these ecosystems.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Natural History Museum - Tropical Wonders
Combs-la-Ville Holiday Markets and Shopping
La Défense Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Over 200 decorated stalls offering a wide range of artisanal and gastronomic products.
- Description
- The La Défense Christmas Market is an essential event featuring a festival of sparkling lights, delicious treats, and traditional craftsmanship. Visitors can stroll through the 200 decorated stalls, admire the twinkling Christmas decorations, and be enchanted by the alluring scents of cinnamon and hot chocolate.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : La Défense Christmas Market
Tuileries Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- A traditional Christmas market with wooden chalets and animations.
- Description
- The Tuileries Christmas Market offers a festive experience with wooden chalets, animations, and an ice rink, featuring a beautiful selection of gift ideas and French culinary specialties.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Tuileries Christmas Market
Notre Dame Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- A Christmas market featuring local artisans and creators offering unique handmade products.
- Description
- The Notre-Dame Christmas Market offers a unique experience with artisans and creators showcasing their handmade products, ranging from jewelry to culinary items. Visitors can discover regional specialties such as sausages, foie gras, macarons, and cheeses, while enjoying animations and children's contests.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Notre Dame Christmas Market
Montmartre Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- An exhibition of local creators with unique decorative items.
- Description
- The Montmartre Christmas Market features local creators with wooden, metal, ceramic, and textile decorations. You can also find cheeses, foie gras, pretzels, tapenade, honey, biscuits, and hot chestnuts. Free workshops for children and a visit from Santa Claus are also planned.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Montmartre Christmas Market
Saint-Germain-des-Prés Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Children's animations and Santa Claus presence.
- Description
- The Saint-Germain-des-Prés Christmas Market offers a variety of gourmet and artisanal products, children's animations, and the presence of Santa Claus.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Saint-Germain-des-Prés Christmas Market
Hotel de Ville Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Christmas market with Parisian chalets and free rides.
- Description
- The Christmas Market at the Hôtel de Ville offers an animated village with Parisian chalets, treats, and free rides. The trees are chosen to respect the environment, and the lights use low-energy LED technologies.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Hotel de Ville Christmas Market
Combs-la-Ville Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Radio Classique Christmas Concert
- What to Expect
- A unique musical event combining classical masterpieces and traditional Christmas carols.
- Description
- The Grand Concert de Noël is a musical event that combines classical masterpieces and the most beautiful Christmas carols. The Orchestre Consuelo, led by Victor Julien-Laferrière, accompanies the Chœur de l'Université PSL, directed by Johan Farjot, in a selection of iconic pieces such as Bach's Suite for Orchestra n°3, Brahms' Hungarian Dance n°5, and traditional Christmas carols.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Radio Classique Christmas Concert
Vivaldi's Gloria, Handel Messiah, Bach Christmas Oratorio
- What to Expect
- A Christmas celebration with sacred works and surprises.
- Description
- Jean-Christophe Spinosi invites the audience to celebrate the Christmas season with some of the finest pages from the sacred repertoire and a number of expertly chosen surprises. The program includes Vivaldi's Gloria, Vivaldi's Dixit Dominus, excerpts from Bach's Weihnachtsoratorium, Corelli's Concerto Grosso op. 6 No. 8, and excerpts from Handel's Messiah.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Vivaldi's Gloria, Handel Messiah, Bach Christmas Oratorio
Christmas Concert at Saint-Eustache Church
- What to Expect
- A rich and varied repertoire of classical and choral music.
- Description
- The Christmas Concert at Église Saint-Eustache features a diverse program of holiday classics and traditional carols.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Concert at Saint-Eustache Church
Christmas Concert at Saint-Sulpice Church
- What to Expect
- A rich and varied repertoire with soloists, choirs, and a symphony orchestra.
- Description
- The Orchestre Hélios presents a Christmas concert at the Église Saint-Sulpice, featuring a diverse program including traditional French and international Christmas carols.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Concert at Saint-Sulpice Church
Christmas Concert at La Madeleine Church
- What to Expect
- Christmas concerts with orchestras and choirs.
- Description
- The Christmas Concert at Madeleine offers a rich and varied musical program, with orchestras and choirs performing sacred music classics and romantic works.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Concert at La Madeleine Church
Concert at the Eiffel Tower
- What to Expect
- Classical concerts at the Eiffel Tower featuring renowned soloists.
- Description
- The Christmas Concerts at the Eiffel Tower offer an exceptional musical experience with classical pieces performed by the Orchestre Classik Ensemble and talented soloists.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Concert at the Eiffel Tower
Christmas Concert at Saint-Louis-en-L'Ile Church
- What to Expect
- A festive musical celebration in a historic setting.
- Description
- The Christmas Concert at Église Saint-Louis-en-L'Ile is a festive classical music event, offering a rich and moving cultural experience.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Concert at Saint-Louis-en-L'Ile Church
Christmas Concert at Saint-Severin Church
- What to Expect
- Exceptional interpretation of classics by the French Soloists.
- Description
- The Christmas concert at Saint-Severin Church features a festive program with works by Bach, Vivaldi, Mozart, and Haendel. The French Soloists, led by Paul Rouger, offer an exceptional interpretation of these classics.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Concert at Saint-Severin Church
The Snow Queen by Ukrainian National Opera Ballet
- What to Expect
- A unique choreographic representation with elaborate sets and costumes.
- Description
- The Ballet of the National Opera of Ukraine presents The Snow Queen, a two-act ballet based on the classic 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. The production is characterized by a comforting story of young Gerda and her struggle against a malevolent and icy enemy, offering a magical and enchanting evening.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : The Snow Queen by Ukrainian National Opera Ballet
New Year's Eve Celebration on Champs-Élysées
- What to Expect
- Participation in the largest "Ola" ever and giant karaoke.
- Description
- The New Year's Celebration on the Champs-Élysées is a grand event that gathers millions of people to celebrate the start of the new year. The musical and artistic animations, participatory performances, and DJ sets create an electric atmosphere. The event is preceded by a video mapping on the Arc de Triomphe and closed by a traditional fireworks display.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : New Year's Eve Celebration on Champs-Élysées
Combs-la-Ville Other Holiday Activities
Christmas Dinner on the Seine River
- What to Expect
- Gastronomic cruise on the Seine with views of Paris' historic landmarks.
- Description
- Enjoy a lunch or dinner cruise on the Seine, offering a panoramic view of Paris' historic landmarks. Savor French-inspired cuisine in a unique and cozy setting.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Dinner on the Seine River
New Year's Eve Dinner Cruise on the Seine
- What to Expect
- New Year's cruise with views of illuminated Parisian landmarks.
- Description
- Discover Paris from the Seine with a New Year's cruise, offering spectacular views of illuminated Parisian landmarks.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : New Year's Eve Dinner Cruise on the Seine