Last updated: 11 November 2024
Discover the end-of-year festivities in La Roche-sur-Yon with our expert guide. Whether you're a resident or a passing visitor, we present all the winter activities that bring our Vendée town to life.
Place Napoléon, the beating heart of celebrations, hosts the traditional Christmas market with its wooden chalets and outdoor ice rink. The Halles district comes alive with decorated shops and local artisans, while rue Clemenceau offers musical entertainment and enchanting illuminations that extend to the town hall garden.
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La Roche-sur-Yon Holiday Markets and Shopping
Tiffauges Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Festive activities with local artisans and farm animals.
- Description
- The Tiffauges Christmas Market takes place at the Château de Tiffauges, offering a festive atmosphere with local artisans, farm animals, a traditional carousel, and Christmas carols.
- Where
- Tiffauges | More Info : Tiffauges Christmas Market
Beaulieu-sous-La Roche Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Over a hundred exhibitors offer products specifically related to Christmas.
- Description
- The Beaulieu-sous-La Roche Christmas Market is an annual event that attracts over 30,000 visitors each year. Visitors can discover products specifically related to Christmas, including decorations, gifts, oysters, foie gras, chocolates, and more. The event takes place across several sites, including the Market Square, the Gastronomy Courtyard, the Fair Grounds Square, and the Church Square, all illuminated and animated during the Advent period.
- Where
- Beaulieu-sous-La Roche | More Info : Beaulieu-sous-La Roche Christmas Market
Luçon Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- 75 exhibitors and animations to support the Téléthon.
- Description
- The Luçon Christmas Market is a must-attend event that brings together 75 exhibitors and animations for a festive experience. Visitors can support the good causes of the Téléthon while having fun.
- Where
- Luçon | More Info : Luçon Christmas Market
Les Achards Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Christmas market with local artists and musical performances.
- Description
- The Christmas Market of Les Achards is an event animated by local artists, offering handmade products, musical performances, and street shows.
- Where
- Les Achards | More Info : Les Achards Christmas Market
Maché Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Christmas market with local creators and varied activities.
- Description
- The Marché de Noël de Maché offers a variety of local creators and producers' stands, featuring Christmas decorations, handmade souvenirs, gourmet treats, and activities for all ages.
- Where
- Maché | More Info : Maché Christmas Market
Maillezais Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- A Christmas market with oriental exhibitors and pyromusical shows.
- Description
- The Maillezais Christmas Market is a unique event where you can stroll through an oriental plant forest, visit the spice market, and enjoy the songs, dances, and strolls. Over sixty exhibitors will welcome and guide you in your Christmas preparations and purchases.
- Where
- Maillezais | More Info : Maillezais Christmas Market
Challans Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Local vendors offering delicious and unique products.
- Description
- The Challans Christmas Market is an event organized by Challans je t’aime in partnership with the City of Challans. It takes place on Saturdays 14 and 15 December from 10:30 AM to 7:00 PM at the old halls of Challans. Local vendors offer their products, and on-site dining is available.
- Where
- Challans | More Info : Challans Christmas Market
Santa Claus Village
- What to Expect
- Village of Santa Claus with farm animals and wooden huts.
- Description
- The Village of Santa Claus at Tiffauges Castle offers a festive experience with wooden huts, decorated trees, farm animals, and musical animations. Visitors can meet Santa Claus, visit his post office, and participate in fun activities.
- Where
- Tiffauges | More Info : Santa Claus Village
Photo Points
- What to Expect
- Stunning Christmas decorations and charming farm animals.
- Description
- The photo points offer a unique opportunity to capture unforgettable memories of the Tiffauges Christmas Market, with stunning Christmas decorations and charming farm animals.
- Where
- Tiffauges | More Info : Photo Points
La Roche-sur-Yon Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Christmas at Haras de la Vendée
- What to Expect
- An original equestrian show with artists, horses, dogs, goats, and donkeys.
- Description
- The Haras de la Vendée offers an equestrian show called "Rêve à la gare" along with numerous free activities for the whole family. From December 21 to 24, then from December 26 to 31, 2024, and from January 2 to 5, 2025, the Haras is open every day from 2:30 PM to 7:30 PM (except December 24, from 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM). Admission is free.
- Where
- La Roche-sur-Yon | More Info : Christmas at Haras de la Vendée
Family Christmas Festival
- What to Expect
- Traditional exhibition and family activities in a historical setting.
- Description
- The Noël en famille festival at the Logis de la Chabotterie features a traditional exhibition, a family festival, and storytelling hours for children. Visitors can admire flowerbeds, old roses, and aromatic plants in the closed garden.
- Where
- Montréverd | More Info : Family Christmas Festival
Herbiers Christmas Parade
- What to Expect
- Christmas parade with floats and confetti in the town center of Les Herbiers.
- Description
- The Herbiers Christmas Parade is a festive event that brings together residents and visitors for a night of lights and music. Floats, confetti, and fanfare create a joyful atmosphere along the 1.5 km route in the town center of Les Herbiers.
- Where
- Les Herbiers | More Info : Herbiers Christmas Parade
Pyromusical Show
- What to Expect
- Pyromusical spectacle with impressive pyrotechnics.
- Description
- The pyromusical spectacle "Mon Premier Noël" is a closing show featuring impressive pyrotechnics, creating a festive and iconic atmosphere for Christmas.
- Where
- Montréverd | More Info : Pyromusical Show
Traditional Christmas Carols
- What to Expect
- Traditional Christmas carols performed by local artists.
- Description
- Traditional Christmas carols are performed by local artists, offering an authentic and festive musical experience.
- Where
- Tiffauges | More Info : Traditional Christmas Carols