Last updated: 11 November 2024
Welcome to your holiday guide for Issy-les-Moulineaux! We present you with a selection of festive events and activities that bring our city to life during the end-of-year holiday season.
From the Town Hall square to the City Hall esplanade, the city sparkles with twinkling decorations. The traditional Christmas market on Place Paul Vaillant-Couturier offers local craft stalls and regional gastronomy, while the outdoor ice rink welcomes visitors of all ages. Just steps away, the town center's shopping district features decorated shop windows and festive boutiques.
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Issy-les-Moulineaux Holiday Light Displays
Paris Christmas Lights Tour
- What to Expect
- Festive decorations in several Parisian neighborhoods.
- Description
- The Christmas lights in Paris offer an unforgettable spectacle with luminous arches, multicolored bulbs, and incandescent flames that beautifully illuminate the French capital. From November to early January, iconic neighborhoods like the Champs-Élysées, Avenue Montaigne, Place Vendôme, and Bercy Village are transformed into festive decorations.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Paris Christmas Lights Tour
Issy-les-Moulineaux Holiday Markets and Shopping
La Défense Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Presence of the city of Quebec as the honored guest.
- Description
- The La Défense Christmas Market is an annual event featuring 200 decorated stalls offering a variety of handmade goods, gourmet delights, and traditional crafts.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : La Défense Christmas Market
Hotel de Ville Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Christmas market with Parisian stalls and free rides.
- Description
- The Christmas Market at the Hôtel de Ville offers an animated village with Parisian product stalls, seasonal treats, and free rides. The trees are chosen for environmental respect, and the lighting uses low-energy LED technologies.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Hotel de Ville Christmas Market
Tuileries Garden "Magic of Christmas" Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- An outdoor ice skating rink and festive activities for families.
- Description
- The Tuileries Christmas Market features nearly 80 wooden chalets selling French artisanal products, an outdoor ice skating rink, and festive activities for families.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Tuileries Garden "Magic of Christmas" Christmas Market
Alsatian Christmas Market at Gare de l'Est
- What to Expect
- Alsatian specialties and festive activities
- Description
- The Alsace Christmas Market at Gare de l'Est offers a variety of Alsatian specialties, including gingerbread, pretzels, eaux de vie, and Alsatian wines. Visitors can also enjoy festive activities and Alsatian Christmas legends.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Alsatian Christmas Market at Gare de l'Est
Montmartre Christmas Market at Place des Abbesses
- What to Expect
- A selection of local creators offering decorative items and food products.
- Description
- The Montmartre Christmas Market offers a selection of local creators offering wooden, metal, ceramic, and textile decorations, as well as food products like cheese, foie gras, and biscuits. Free workshops for children and a photo opportunity with Santa Claus are also available.
- 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 festive experience with decorated stalls, gourmet and artisanal products, and children's activities.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Saint-Germain-des-Prés 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, animations, drawing contests, and children's stories. You can enjoy regional specialties and hot wine. Artisans offer handmade creations of jewelry, ceramics, textiles, leather, and more.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Notre Dame Christmas Market
Issy-les-Moulineaux 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 de Radio Classique is a musical event that combines classical masterpieces and Christmas carols to celebrate the magic of the end-of-year festivities.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Radio Classique Christmas Concert
Vivaldi's Gloria, Handel Messiah, Bach Christmas Oratorio
- What to Expect
- A Christmas celebration with exceptional sacred works.
- Description
- The "Gloria" concert by Vivaldi, featuring excerpts from Handel's "Messiah" and Bach's "Weihnachtsoratorium," is a celebration of the Christmas season with exceptional sacred pages.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Vivaldi's Gloria, Handel Messiah, Bach Christmas Oratorio
Vivaldi's Four Seasons & Corelli's Christmas Concert
- What to Expect
- Classical music concerts in a historic church.
- Description
- The Christmas Concerts at Saint-Germain-des-Prés offer an exceptional musical experience with talented performers playing classical works by Vivaldi, Schubert, and Pachelbel.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Vivaldi's Four Seasons & Corelli's Christmas Concert
Christmas Concert at Sainte-Eustache Church
- What to Expect
- Diverse repertoire of classical and choral music.
- Description
- The Christmas Concert at Saint-Eustache offers an exceptional performance of Christmas classics in the remarkable Saint-Eustache Church in Paris. The program includes pieces like "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
- A dynamic Christmas concert with an orchestra and choir.
- Description
- The Christmas Concert at Saint-Sulpice features a variety of traditional Christmas songs for choir and orchestra in the inspiring atmosphere of the Saint-Sulpice Church in Paris. The program includes pieces like "We Wish you a Merry Christmas", "It is Born the Divine Child", and "Midnight Mass".
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Concert at Saint-Sulpice Church
Christmas Concert at La Madeleine Church
- What to Expect
- A Christmas concert featuring traditional carols performed by soloists, choirs, and a symphony orchestra.
- Description
- The Orchestre Hélios, the Chœur Darius Milhaud, and the Chœur Hélios éphémère will perform at the Église de la Madeleine for an exceptional Christmas concert. The program includes traditional Christmas carols, performed by soloists, choirs, and a symphony orchestra.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Concert at La Madeleine Church
Ukrainian National Opera Ballet: The Snow Queen
- What to Expect
- A unique choreographic production 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 Concert at Saint-Louis-en-L'Ile Church
- What to Expect
- Classical music concerts in a historic church.
- Description
- The Christmas Concert at Saint-Louis-en-L'Ile features a classical music program with works by Vivaldi, Charpentier, and Bach. The concerts take place in the historic and picturesque Saint-Louis-en-L'Ile church in the heart of Paris.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Concert at Saint-Louis-en-L'Ile Church
Christmas Concert at Saint-Severin Church
- What to Expect
- Christmas concert with classical works in a historic church.
- Description
- The Grand Concert de Noël at Saint-Severin features a rich musical program with works by Bach, Vivaldi, Mozart, and Haendel, offering a festive musical experience in the historic church of Saint-Severin.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Concert at Saint-Severin Church
Disneyland Paris - Enchanted Christmas
- What to Expect
- Festive encounters with Disney characters
- Description
- Immerse yourself in a unique Christmas atmosphere where the sparkling streets and majestic Christmas tree bring the spirit of Christmas to life like nowhere else. Share the Christmas spirit with Disney characters and experience festive encounters.
- Where
- Marne-la-Vallée | More Info : Disneyland Paris - Enchanted Christmas
Seine River Dinner Cruise and Moulin Rouge Show
- What to Expect
- Seine River dinner cruise with musical ambiance and Moulin Rouge show.
- Description
- Discover an unforgettable evening in Paris with a Seine River dinner cruise, a tour of Paris' illuminations, and a Moulin Rouge show. Enjoy a musical ambiance during dinner, then explore the illuminated Parisian landmarks before attending the famous « Féerie » revue.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Seine River Dinner Cruise and Moulin Rouge Show
Issy-les-Moulineaux Other Holiday Activities
Issy-les-Moulineaux Christmas Run
- What to Expect
- Festive run with animations and Christmas-themed costumes.
- Description
- The Corrida de Noël d'Issy-les-Moulineaux is a festive run offering six distances for all ages and levels. Participants can choose from 10 km, 5 km, 3 km, and 1.5 km courses, as well as a 3 km hike. The event takes place in a convivial and festive atmosphere, with animations and Christmas-themed costumes.
- Where
- Issy-les-Moulineaux | More Info : Issy-les-Moulineaux Christmas Run
Christmas Lunch or Dinner Cruises
- What to Expect
- Gourmet cruise with views of Paris' historic monuments.
- Description
- Enjoy a Christmas cruise on the Seine with a panoramic view of Paris' historic monuments. Discover French-inspired cuisine in a unique and cozy setting.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Lunch or Dinner Cruises