Last updated: 11 November 2024
Discover the end-of-year festivities in Creil with our event guide. Whether you're a long-time Creil resident or newcomer, our guide presents all the festive activities in the city.
Place Carnot, the beating heart of celebrations, hosts the traditional Christmas market with its wooden chalets and outdoor ice rink. Along the pedestrian streets of the city center, lights and decorations create a warm atmosphere, while the Maison de la Ville offers workshops for children. Just minutes away, the Château de Chantilly and its illuminated gardens complete the region's festivities.
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Creil Holiday Light Displays
Paris Christmas Lights Bus Tour
- What to Expect
- Bus decorated with snowflakes and festive lights.
- Description
- This Christmas lights bus tour allows you to discover Paris's most iconic locations adorned with holiday decorations and illuminated with thousands of lights.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Paris Christmas Lights Bus Tour
Creil Holiday Markets and Shopping
La Defense Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Over 200 decorated stalls offering a variety of handmade products.
- Description
- The La Défense Christmas Market is a must-visit event that returns each year with over 200 decorated stalls, offering a variety of handmade products, Christmas decorations, and regional and international gourmet specialties.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : La Defense Christmas Market
Tuileries Garden "Magic of Christmas" Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- A traditional Christmas market with wooden chalets and family-friendly activities.
- Description
- The Tuileries Christmas Market features nearly 80 wooden chalets with French artisanal products, a gourmet market, and family-friendly activities.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Tuileries Garden "Magic of Christmas" Christmas Market
Hotel de Ville Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Christmas village with stalls and free rides in the colors of the Olympic and Paralympic Games.
- Description
- The Christmas Market at the Hôtel de Ville offers an animated village with stalls, 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
Montmartre Christmas Market at Place des Abbesses
- What to Expect
- Local stalls offering unique creations and gourmet products.
- Description
- The Montmartre Christmas Market offers a selection of local creators offering decorative items in wood, metal, ceramics, and textiles, as well as gourmet products like cheese, foie gras, and biscuits. Children can participate in free workshops and take a photo with Santa Claus.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Montmartre Christmas Market at Place des Abbesses
Saint-Germain-des-Prés Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- A Christmas market with decorated chalets and artisanal products.
- Description
- The Saint-Germain-des-Prés Christmas Market offers a festive experience with decorated chalets, gourmet and artisanal products, and children's activities.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Saint-Germain-des-Prés Christmas Market
Alsatian Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Discover Alsatian specialties under a unique tent.
- Description
- The Alsace Christmas Market at the Gare de l'Est offers a culinary and artisanal plunge with Alsatian specialties like kougelhopfs, manneles, bredeles, and potato galettes. It's the chance to discover Alsatian culinary traditions without leaving Paris.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Alsatian 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 sausages, foie gras, macarons, and cheeses, as well as hot wine. Artisans showcase handmade creations of jewelry, ceramics, textiles, and leather.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Notre Dame Christmas Market
Square René Viviani Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Exclusive presence of artisans and creators.
- Description
- The Christmas Market at Square René Viviani offers a unique experience with artisanal creations and regional gourmet products. Visitors can discover decorative items, candles, ceramics, silver and precious stone jewelry, as well as culinary specialties like sausages, foie gras, and mulled wine.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Square René Viviani Christmas Market
Creil Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Radio Classique Christmas Concert
- What to Expect
- A unique musical event combining classical masterpieces and Christmas carols.
- Description
- The Grand Concert de Noël Radio Classique is a musical event that combines classical masterpieces and Christmas carols to create a festive and sharing moment. The Orchestre Consuelo, directed by Victor Julien-Laferrière, performs works by Bach, Brahms, Delibes, Tchaïkovski, and many others, with the support of the Chœur de l'Université PSL directed by Johan Farjot.
- 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
- 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 surprises expertly chosen to delight audiences. The program includes Vivaldi's Gloria, Vivaldi's Dixit Dominus, excerpts from Bach's Christmas Oratorio, 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 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. Visitors can enjoy a diverse musical program, including works by Vivaldi and Strauss, while admiring the historic architecture of the chapel.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Concert at Sainte-Chapelle
Christmas Concert at Sainte-Eustache Church
- What to Expect
- A rich and varied repertoire performed by the Orchestre Hélios.
- Description
- The Christmas Concert at Sainte-Eustache presents a performance of Christmas classics in the remarkable Saint-Eustache Church in Paris. The program includes works such as "We Wish you a Merry Christmas", "Mon beau Sapin, roi des Forêts", and "Il est né le divin enfant".
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Concert at Sainte-Eustache Church
Christmas Concert at Saint-Sulpice Church
- What to Expect
- Christmas concerts with a large orchestra and international choir.
- Description
- The Christmas Concert at Saint-Sulpice features a rich musical program with the Euromusic Symphonic Orchestra and the International Hugues Reiner Choir, performing works by Mozart, Handel, and traditional carols.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Concert at Saint-Sulpice Church
Christmas Concert at La Madeleine Church
- What to Expect
- Classical concerts with orchestras and choirs.
- Description
- The Christmas Concert at La Madeleine features a classical music program with orchestras and choirs, offering a festive and moving musical atmosphere.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Concert at La Madeleine Church
Christmas Concert at Saint-Louis-en-L'Ile Church
- What to Expect
- A classic Christmas concert with renowned performers.
- Description
- The Christmas concert at Saint-Louis-en-L'Ile offers an exceptional musical evening with the Orchestre Classik Ensemble, David Braccini on violin, and Sophie Pattey on vocals. The program includes Vivaldi's "The Four Seasons," Haendel's opera airs, and sacred and traditional Christmas songs.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Concert at Saint-Louis-en-L'Ile Church
Christmas Concert at Saint-Severin Church
- What to Expect
- A classical music concert featuring sacred and popular works.
- Description
- The Grand Concert de Noël at Saint-Severin offers an unforgettable musical evening with compositions by Bach, Vivaldi, Mozart, and Haendel. The program includes "Jésus que ma joie demeure" by Bach, "Concerto" by Vivaldi, "Petite musique de nuit" by Mozart, and "Lascia - Rejoice greatly" by Haendel, as well as Caccini's "Ave Maria." The concert is performed by the orchestra Les Solistes Français and soprano Sabine Revault d'Allonnes, with Paul Rouger on solo violin.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Concert at Saint-Severin Church
Concert at the Eiffel Tower
- What to Expect
- Classical concerts in a unique historical setting on the first floor of the Eiffel Tower.
- Description
- The exceptional concerts at the Eiffel Tower offer an unforgettable musical experience with classical works by Vivaldi and Strauss, presented in a unique setting at the Gustave Eiffel Salon.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Concert at the Eiffel Tower
Ukrainian National Opera Ballet: The Snow Queen
- What to Expect
- A unique choreographic performance with elaborate sets and costumes.
- Description
- The National Ballet 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 story follows young Gerda in her battle against a malevolent and icy enemy, offering a night filled with magic and wonder.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Ukrainian National Opera Ballet: The Snow Queen
Christmas-Time Dinner & Show at Moulin Rouge Cabaret
- What to Expect
- Gourmet dinner with a dance show and sumptuous costumes.
- Description
- The Christmas Spectacle at the Moulin Rouge offers a gourmet dinner crafted by the cabaret's chef, accompanied by a live orchestra and a bottle of premium champagne or exceptional wine. The "Féerie" show follows, featuring costumes with flamboyant feathers, sequins, and rhinestones, and an awe-inspiring French Cancan. A gift per couple awaits you at the end.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas-Time Dinner & Show at Moulin Rouge Cabaret
Creil Other Holiday Activities
Christmas Lunch or Dinner Cruises
- What to Expect
- Gastronomic cruise with panoramic views of Paris' historic landmarks.
- Description
- Enjoy a refined and unique gastronomic experience while discovering Paris' historic landmarks on a Christmas cruise along the Seine. Discover French-inspired dishes in an intimate and cozy setting.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Lunch or Dinner Cruises