Last updated: December 01, 2024
Join the Maisons-Laffitte community to celebrate the holiday season! Our guide presents all the festive events that bring together residents and visitors in a warm and friendly atmosphere.
From the historic castle to the Market Square, along Avenue de Longueil, discover the numerous activities that enliven our town. The traditional Christmas market, city center illuminations, and shows at the Castle transform Maisons-Laffitte into a festive destination. The neighboring towns of Saint-Germain-en-Laye and Sartrouville, just minutes away, complete the winter festivities offerings.
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A traditional Christmas market with French chalets and activities for all ages.
The Tuileries Christmas Market offers a festive experience with nearly 80 wooden chalets, animations, rides, and a 1200 square meter ice rink.
Where: Paris | More Info: Tuileries Christmas Market
Christmas village with stalls and free rides in Olympic colors.
The Christmas Market at the Hôtel de Ville offers an animated village with stalls, treats, and free rides. The trees are chosen to respect the environment and the lighting uses low-energy LED technologies.
Where: Paris | More Info: Hotel de Ville Christmas Market
Free children's workshops and the presence of Santa Claus.
The Montmartre Christmas Market offers a variety of artisanal products, local specialties, and culinary delights. Local creators provide decorative items made from wood, metal, ceramics, and textiles, as well as bio cosmetics. Food enthusiasts will find cheeses, foie gras, pretzels, tapenade, honey, and hot wine.
Where: Paris | More Info: Montmartre Christmas Market
Children's activities and Santa Claus presence.
The Saint-Germain-des-Prés Christmas Market offers a variety of gourmet and artisanal products, with decorated chalets and children's activities, including the presence of Santa Claus.
Where: Paris | More Info: Saint-Germain-des-Prés Christmas Market
Over 200 decorated stalls offering a wide range of artisanal and gourmet products.
The Marché de Noël de la Défense is an annual event featuring nearly 200 decorated stalls offering a variety of artisanal products, Christmas decorations, and gourmet specialties. Visitors can also meet Santa Claus and participate in creative workshops.
Where: Puteaux | More Info: La Défense Christmas Village
A traditional market with artisans and creators offering handmade and regional food products.
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 items, and regional specialties like sausages, foie gras, macarons, and cheeses.
Where: Paris | More Info: Notre Dame Christmas Market
Baroque visit-spectacle with musicians, dancers, and actors in the Hall of Mirrors.
Immerse yourself in the baroque atmosphere of the Château de Versailles for an exceptional visit-spectacle. Musicians, dancers, singers, fencers, and actors prepare to welcome you under the gold of the Grand Apartments for a unique experience leading to the Gallery of Battles, where you will meet a very special guest… the Baroque Santa Claus!
Where: Versailles | More Info: The King's Journey
Magical encounters with Disney Characters in their festive attire.
Immerse yourself in a unique Christmas atmosphere where the sparkling walkways and our majestic tree bring the Christmas spirit to life. Feel the festive atmosphere of the most magical and joyful parade with Mickey and his friends, Disney Princesses, and Santa Claus.
Where: Marne-la-Vallée | More Info: Christmas at Disneyland Paris
Christmas celebration with special attractions and shows.
The Christmas at Parc Astérix is a unique opportunity to experience a Gaulish Christmas with special attractions and shows.
Where: Plailly | More Info: Christmas at Parc Astérix
A family-friendly cinema show with special effects and multicolored projectors.
La Féerie des Eaux is a family-friendly cinema event celebrating the 70th anniversary of our legendary spectacle with Disney's new animated film, Moana 2. Spectators embark on an unforgettable adventure with Moana and dive into the dangerous waters of Oceania.
Where: Paris | More Info: The Water Fairy
A unique musical event combining classical masterpieces and Christmas carols.
The Grand Concert de Noël Radio Classique is a musical event that combines classical masterpieces and Christmas carols to create a festive and sharing moment. The Orchestre Consuelo, directed by Victor Julien-Laferrière, performs works by Bach, Brahms, Delibes, Tchaïkovski, and Mozart, among others.
Where: Paris | More Info: The Grand Christmas Concert
Classical music concert in a historic Gothic church.
The Christmas concert at La Sainte Chapelle offers a classical music experience in a stunning Gothic setting. Visitors can admire the breathtaking stained glass windows while enjoying a diverse musical program.
Where: Paris | More Info: Christmas Concert at Sainte-Chapelle
Christmas concerts with orchestras and choirs.
The Christmas Concert at Madeleine offers a classical program with orchestras and choirs, providing a festive and moving musical atmosphere.
Where: Paris | More Info: Christmas Concert at La Madeleine
A wide range of circus shows and activities across multiple territories.
La Nuit du Cirque is an international event that highlights circus arts with a diverse program including shows, workshops, and demonstrations.
Where: Paris | More Info: The Night of the Circus
A special Christmas Cluedo for families.
In the Château de Maisons, Thomas de Colmar, a wealthy old man, has vanished leaving behind mysterious letters. Lead the family investigation to help Maria solve the mystery.
Where: Maisons-Laffitte | More Info: The Strange Christmas of Mr de Colmar
Unique feature: A circus show that combines acrobatics and comedy.
Corteo is a Cirque du Soleil show that plunges the audience into a theatrical world of fun and spontaneity, situated in a mysterious space between heaven and earth. Combining acrobatic feats, comedy, and actor-driven performances, the show features a joyous procession imagined by a clown, where the elegance of acrobatics and innocent childlike joy evoke the pure gesture of an angel jumping on a bed.
Where: Paris | More Info: Cirque du Soleil: Corteo