Last updated: December 01, 2024
Discover the end-of-year festivities in Gennevilliers! Our guide presents all the essential festive events and activities that bring our city to life, whether you're a long-time resident or newly arrived.
From Place Jean Grandel to the city center market, and through the Sévines Park, the city comes alive with numerous festive installations. Traditional illuminations line the main streets, while the Christmas market takes place on the central square with its wooden chalets, local artisans, and French gastronomy stands. The surrounding neighborhoods, particularly the Village and Les Agnettes, also participate in the celebrations with their local decorations and activities.
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A 1200 m2 ice rink and rides for all ages.
The Tuileries Christmas Market, known as "La Magie de Noël," features a hundred wooden stalls where visitors can discover artisanal products from across France. The festive atmosphere is ensured with magnificent Christmas decorations and children's activities, including a 1200 m2 ice rink and various rides.
Where: Paris | More Info: Tuileries Christmas Market
Christmas village with Parisian chalets and free rides.
The Christmas Market at the Hôtel de Ville offers a lively 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
A Christmas market with local artisans offering unique creations.
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 while discovering artisanal creations of jewelry, ceramics, textiles, and leather.
Where: Paris | More Info: Notre Dame Christmas Market
Children's animations and Santa Claus presence.
The Saint-Germain-des-Prés Christmas Market offers a festive experience with decorated chalets, gourmet and artisanal products, as well as children's animations and the presence of Santa Claus.
Where: Paris | More Info: Saint-Germain-des-Prés Christmas Market
Fifteen local creators offer decorative items and treats.
The Montmartre Christmas Market offers a selection of local creators offering wooden, metal, ceramic decorations, textile creations, and bio cosmetics. Local producers will also be present, offering cheeses, foie gras, pretzels, tapenade, honey, biscuits, and hot chestnuts. Free workshops for children and encounters with Santa Claus complete the offer.
Where: Paris | More Info: Montmartre Christmas Market
Over 200 decorated stalls offering artisanal products and gourmet specialties.
The La Défense Christmas Market is an annual event featuring nearly 200 decorated stalls offering artisanal products, Christmas decorations, and gourmet specialties. The unique atmosphere and sparkling lights create an ideal setting for strolling and discovering new gift ideas.
Where: Paris | More Info: La Defense Christmas Market
Traditional Alsatian specialties
The Alsace Christmas Market at Gare de l'Est offers a variety of Alsatian specialties such as gingerbread, pretzels, eaux de vie, Alsatian wines, and local meats. Local artisans showcase their traditional products.
Where: Paris | More Info: Alsatian Christmas Market at Gare de l'Est
A unique musical event blending classical masterpieces and Christmas carols.
The Grand Concert de Noël is a musical event that combines classical masterpieces and Christmas carols to celebrate the festive season.
Where: Paris | More Info: Radio Classique Christmas Concert
A festive musical celebration with sacred works by Baroque masters.
The Vivaldi "Gloria" concert conducted by Jean-Christophe Spinosi brings together sacred works by Vivaldi, Bach, and Handel, offering a festive and musical celebration.
Where: Paris | More Info: Vivaldi's Gloria, Handel Messiah, Bach Christmas Oratorio
Classical music concert in a historic Gothic church.
The Christmas Concert at La Sainte Chapelle features a classical music performance in the Gothic church of Paris, with interpretations of Vivaldi and Strauss.
Where: Paris | More Info: Christmas Concert at Sainte-Chapelle
Classical music concerts in a historic church.
The Christmas Concerts at Saint-Germain-des-Prés offer an exceptional musical experience with interpretations of Vivaldi, Strauss, and Schubert, creating a festive atmosphere in one of Paris's most beautiful monuments.
Where: Paris | More Info: Christmas Concert at Saint-Germain-des-Prés Church
Diverse classical repertoire with local choirs.
This Christmas concert at Saint-Eustache Church features a variety of classical masterpieces, ranging from traditional carols to symphonic and choral compositions, performed by the Orchestre Hélios Jeunesse and the Chœur Hélios Éphémère.
Where: Paris | More Info: Christmas Concert at Sainte-Eustache Church
A Christmas concert with a symphonic orchestra and choir.
The Christmas Concert at Saint-Sulpice features a rich program of traditional Christmas carols, performed by the Orchestre Hélios and the Chœur Hélios Ephémère. The repertoire includes pieces such as "We Wish you a Merry Christmas", "It is Born the Divine Child", and "Midnight Christmas".
Where: Paris | More Info: Christmas Concert at Saint-Sulpice Church
Organ recitals and classical interpretations in a historic setting.
The Christmas concerts at the Église de la Madeleine offer a rich and moving musical experience, with classical interpretations and organ recitals that create a festive atmosphere.
Where: Paris | More Info: Christmas Concert at La Madeleine Church
Panoramic view of illuminated Parisian landmarks.
Discover Paris in all its facets during this nighttime bus tour. You will pass by the city's iconic landmarks, such as the Eiffel Tower, the Arc de Triomphe, and Notre-Dame Cathedral, while enjoying the city's stunning illuminations.
Where: Paris | More Info: Paris Christmas Lights Bus Tour