Last updated: 11 November 2024
Join us to celebrate the holiday season in Étampes! Our guide presents all the community events that bring our historic town to life during the festive period, allowing you to fully enjoy December's warm atmosphere.
From Place Saint-Gilles to the medieval town center, Étampes transforms into a true Christmas village. The traditional market on Place de l'Hôtel de Ville offers local crafts and regional gastronomy stands, while the illuminations along Rue de la République create a festive atmosphere. The festivities extend to the Saint-Martin quarter, where the outdoor ice rink and Christmas chalets welcome visitors of all ages.
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Etampes Holiday Light Displays
Champs-Élysées Christmas Lights
- What to Expect
- Illuminations of 400 trees on the Avenue des Champs-Élysées.
- Description
- The Champs-Élysées illuminations are a light spectacle that animates one of Paris's most majestic avenues during the end-of-year festivities. The public is invited to attend this major event, which takes place every evening from 5 PM until the beginning of January, with the exception of December 24 and 31, when the illuminations are lit all night.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Champs-Élysées Christmas Lights
Jardin des Plantes - Tropical Wonders
- What to Expect
- "An immersive and fascinating exhibition featuring hundreds of light structures - including several dozen animated ones - to be discovered at the Jardin des Plantes."
- Description
- "Discover the biodiversity of tropical humid forests through a vibrant and immersive journey of light and animated structures, featuring characteristic, spectacular, or unusual species."
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Jardin des Plantes - Tropical Wonders
Dragons and Lanterns Festival
- What to Expect
- A light path with 100 dinosaurs and 2,000 lanterns.
- Description
- The Festival des Lanternes : le Bal des Dinosaures features a 6-hectare light path with 100 dinosaurs, including tyrannosaurs, velociraptors, and triceratops, accompanied by 2,000 lanterns.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Dragons and Lanterns Festival
Street of Bubbles - Rue des Martyrs
- What to Expect
- Festive installation with 12,000 golden and white balloons suspended in the air.
- Description
- Rue des Bulles - Rue des Martyrs is a festive installation featuring 12,000 golden and white balloons suspended in the air, illuminated by night lights. The bars, restaurants, cafes, and wine shops on the street offer musical animations and champagne hours.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Street of Bubbles - Rue des Martyrs
Etampes Holiday Markets and Shopping
Hotel de Ville Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Sports activities and seasonal treats in an Olympic-themed Christmas village.
- Description
- The Christmas Market at the Hôtel de Ville is a festive event featuring a Parisian market, seasonal treats, and free rides. The village is decorated this year with the colors of the Olympic and Paralympic Games.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Hotel de Ville Christmas Market
Tuileries Garden Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- A traditional Christmas market with rides and an ice rink.
- Description
- The Tuileries Christmas Market offers a festive experience with nearly 80 wooden chalets, rides, an ice rink, and a variety of food stands.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Tuileries Garden 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 and hot wine. Artisans offer jewelry creations, objects made from various materials, ceramics, textiles, leather, and artisanal regional food products.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Notre-Dame Christmas Market
Montmartre Christmas Market at Place des Abbesses
- What to Expect
- Wooden stalls offering artisanal products and local specialties.
- Description
- The Montmartre Christmas Market at Place des Abbesses features a dozen wooden stalls offering artisanal products, local specialties, and many gift ideas. Foodies can enjoy treats like cakes, doughnuts, waffles, and pancakes. Young visitors may occasionally meet Santa Claus.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Montmartre Christmas Market at Place des Abbesses
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 artisanal and gourmet products, including pretzels, nougats, and hot drinks, along the Boulevard Saint-Germain.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Saint-Germain-des-Prés Christmas Market
La Defense Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Over 200 decorated stalls offering artisanal products and gourmet specialties.
- Description
- The La Défense Christmas Market is an annual event featuring over 200 decorated stalls offering artisanal products, Christmas decorations, and gourmet specialties.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : La Defense 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 festive experience with unique artisanal creations, regional gourmet products, and children's activities.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Square René Viviani Christmas Market
Etampes Holiday Shows and Entertainment
New Year's Eve Fireworks on the Champs-Élysées
- What to Expect
- A fireworks display projected onto the Arc de Triomphe.
- Description
- The New Year's Eve spectacle on the Champs-Élysées is a must-see event featuring a dazzling fireworks display projected onto the Arc de Triomphe, followed by a midnight countdown.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : New Year's Eve Fireworks on the Champs-Élysées
The Grand Christmas Concert - Radio Classique
- 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 warm atmosphere. The concert features a variety of musical pieces, ranging from Bach to Tchaïkovski, with exceptional interpretations by the Orchestra and Choir.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : The Grand Christmas Concert - Radio Classique
Christmas Concert at Sainte-Chapelle
- What to Expect
- Classical music concert in a historic Gothic church.
- Description
- Enjoy a classical music concert at the Sainte-Chapelle, a iconic Parisian landmark, where you can admire the stunning stained glass windows while listening to works by Vivaldi and Strauss.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Concert at Sainte-Chapelle
Corelli's Christmas Concert Night
- What to Expect
- Classical concert highlighting Corelli's masterpieces in a beautiful venue.
- Description
- This concert features a selection of classical pieces that evoke the spirit of the season. Performed by accomplished musicians, it provides an atmospheric setting for audiences to immerse themselves in the beauty of holiday music. The evening promises to be a delightful celebration of artistry and community.
- Where
- Étampes | More Info : Corelli's Christmas Concert Night
Etampes Other Holiday Activities
Christmas Dinner on the Seine River
- What to Expect
- Gastronomic cruise with panoramic view of Parisian monuments.
- Description
- Enjoy a lunch or dinner cruise on the Seine, with a panoramic view of Paris' historic monuments. Discover refined and committed cuisine, with dishes inspired by French gastronomy.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Dinner on the Seine River
New Year's Eve Cruise on the Seine River
- What to Expect
- Panoramic cruise with live commentary.
- Description
- Discover Paris on a Seine cruise with Vedettes du Pont Neuf, offering breathtaking views of the city's iconic landmarks.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : New Year's Eve Cruise on the Seine River
The Big Wheel at Tuileries Garden
- What to Expect
- A panoramic view of Paris at 60 meters high.
- Description
- The Grande Roue in the Jardin des Tuileries is an iconic attraction that allows visitors to see Paris from a higher perspective. Located in the Jardin des Tuileries, it offers a panoramic view of the capital at 60 meters high.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : The Big Wheel at Tuileries Garden