Last updated: 11 November 2024
Discover Le Blanc-Mesnil's festive program with our end-of-year celebrations guide. We have gathered all the must-see events and activities to help you fully enjoy the holiday season in our city.
The Town Hall square comes alive with its traditional Christmas market, where wooden chalets offer artisanal products and regional specialties. The city center hosts an outdoor ice rink, while Jacques Duclos Park adorns itself with winter illuminations. The historic districts and shopping streets also offer their share of festivities and holiday decorations, creating a warm atmosphere throughout the commune.
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Le Blanc-Mesnil Holiday Light Displays
Christmas Lights on the Champs-Elysées
- What to Expect
- Eco-friendly illuminations on 400 trees.
- Description
- The Christmas lights on the Champs-Élysées are a dazzling spectacle that transforms the world's most beautiful avenue into a magnificent light scene. The 400 trees are covered with colorful garlands, creating a festive and eco-friendly environment.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Lights on the Champs-Elysées
Natural History Museum - Tropical Wonders
- What to Expect
- "Immersive and passionate exhibition featuring hundreds of light structures."
- Description
- "Discover the biodiversity of tropical humid forests through a rich and vibrant light installation featuring characteristic, spectacular, or unusual species."
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Natural History Museum - Tropical Wonders
Le Blanc-Mesnil Holiday Markets and Shopping
Paris Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Approximately 200 decorated stalls offering artisanal products and gourmet specialties.
- Description
- The Paris La Défense Christmas Market is a must-attend event featuring a wide range of artisanal products, Christmas decorations, and regional and international gourmet specialties. Visitors can stroll through the 200 decorated stalls, admire the twinkling lights, and be enchanted by the scents of cinnamon and hot chocolate.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Paris Christmas Market
Notre-Dame Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- A Christmas market with local artisans and creators.
- Description
- The Notre-Dame Christmas Market offers a festive atmosphere with artisans and creators showcasing their handmade and regional food products. You can find jewelry, ceramics, textiles, leather, and regional specialties like sausages, foie gras, macarons, and cheeses.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Notre-Dame Christmas Market
Christmas Celebration at City Hall
- What to Expect
- A large free sledding track and stalls offering regional specialties.
- Description
- The Hôtel de Ville Christmas Village offers a festive experience with stalls, free carousels, and sports activities like sledding and climbing.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Celebration at City Hall
Tuileries Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- A traditional Christmas market with wooden stalls and an outdoor ice rink.
- Description
- The Tuileries Christmas Market offers a festive experience with nearly 80 wooden stalls, an outdoor ice rink, and various activities, featuring gift ideas and French regional specialties.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Tuileries Christmas Market
Les Halles Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Wooden stalls and varied animations.
- Description
- The Marché de Noël de Les Halles offers a unique experience with wooden stalls, animations, and regional specialties.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Les Halles Christmas Market
Christmas Carousel at City Hall
- What to Expect
- Meeting with Santa Claus and sports activities for young people.
- Description
- The Carrousel de Noël at Hôtel de Ville offers a diverse program with a climbing wall, XXL luge tracks, a vintage carousel, and a meeting with Santa Claus. Food enthusiasts can find gaufres, crêpes, and hot chocolate.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Carousel at City Hall
Toboggan Run at City Hall
- What to Expect
- Free sledding track for children.
- Description
- The toboggan at the Hôtel de Ville offers a free sledding track for children aged 6 and above, or accompanied by a parent from the age of 3.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Toboggan Run at City Hall
Le Blanc-Mesnil Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Vaux-le-Vicomte - Christmas at the Castle
- What to Expect
- Sumptuous decorations and family-friendly activities in a historical setting.
- Description
- The Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte offers a unique festive experience with sumptuous decorations, fireplace warmth, and family-friendly activities. Visitors can discover classic tales and participate in interactive events.
- Where
- Maincy | More Info : Vaux-le-Vicomte - Christmas at the Castle
Christmas Celebration at Versailles
- What to Expect
- Meeting with the baroque Santa Claus in the Galerie des Batailles.
- Description
- Immerse yourself in the baroque atmosphere of the Château de Versailles for an exceptional spectacle. From the Salon d'Hercule to the Chambre de la Reine, passing through the Galerie des Glaces illuminated by royal fireworks, musicians, dancers, singers, fencers, and actors welcome you for a baroque epic.
- Where
- Versailles | More Info : Christmas Celebration at Versailles
Le Blanc-Mesnil Other Holiday Activities
Christmas Dinner on the Seine
- What to Expect
- Dinner cruise with panoramic views of Paris' historic landmarks.
- Description
- Enjoy a dinner cruise on the Seine with a panoramic view of Paris' historic landmarks, including the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre. Savor French-inspired dishes in a cozy and intimate setting.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Dinner on the Seine
New Year's Eve Dinner Cruise on the Seine
- What to Expect
- Nighttime navigation on the Seine with illuminated views of Parisian monuments.
- Description
- New Year's Eve on the Seine offers a unique experience of navigating the Seine, with spectacular views of the illuminated Parisian monuments. Passengers can enjoy a musical atmosphere and included drinks, creating an unforgettable moment to celebrate New Year's Eve.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : New Year's Eve Dinner Cruise on the Seine
Ice Wall at City Hall
- What to Expect
- Giant luge track on the Place de l'Hôtel de Ville.
- Description
- A 35-meter luge track is installed on the Place de l'Hôtel de Ville in Paris, completing the climbing wall and block.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Ice Wall at City Hall