Last updated: 11 November 2024
Discover the end-of-year festivities in Mantes-la-Jolie with our comprehensive guide to winter celebrations. Our selection of activities and events will allow you to explore all the richness of our city's festive traditions.
Place Saint-Maclou, the historic heart of the city, hosts the traditional Christmas market with its wooden chalets and enchanting illuminations. Along the cobblestone streets of the city center, decorated shops and facades create a warm atmosphere, while the Collegiate Church of Notre-Dame provides a majestic setting for concerts and cultural events organized during the holiday season.
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Mantes-la-Jolie Holiday Markets and Shopping
La Défense Christmas Village
- What to Expect
- Unique festive atmosphere with over 200 chalets.
- Description
- The La Défense Christmas Market is an annual event featuring nearly 200 decorated stalls offering handmade products, Christmas decorations, and regional and international gourmet specialties.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : La Défense Christmas Village
Tuileries Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Over 80 wooden chalets with children's animations and ice rink.
- Description
- The Tuileries Christmas Market features nearly 80 wooden chalets with artisanal products, children's animations, and a 1200 m² ice rink. Gourmet stands and artisans offer gift ideas.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Tuileries Christmas Market
Notre Dame Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Festive atmosphere with artisanal creations and regional gastronomic specialties.
- Description
- The Notre Dame Christmas Market offers a festive atmosphere with artisanal creations and regional gastronomic specialties. Visitors can find jewelry, ceramics, textiles, leather, and artisanal food products. The atmosphere is lively with Santa Claus and children's activities.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Notre Dame Christmas Market
Abbesses Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Offers artisanal and local products.
- Description
- The Marché de Noël des Abbesses is a festive event held at Place des Abbesses in Paris. Fifteen wooden stalls offer artisanal products, local specialties, and many gift ideas. Food enthusiasts can enjoy seasonal treats like cakes, beignets, waffles, and crepes. Santa Claus will be there for photo opportunities.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Abbesses Christmas Market
Saint Germain des Prés Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Christmas market with artisanal and gastronomic stands.
- Description
- The Saint-Germain-des-Prés Christmas Market offers a unique opportunity to discover artisanal and gastronomic products, as well as stands animated by tourism and culture professionals. Visitors can find decorative items, culinary specialties, and local products.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Saint Germain des Prés Christmas Market
Christmas Market at Hôtel de Ville
- What to Expect
- Christmas village with sports activities and Parisian stalls.
- Description
- 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 lights use low-energy LED technologies.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Market at Hôtel de Ville
Japanese Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Journey into Japanese culture with unique workshops and exhibitors.
- Description
- The Shizen Japanese Christmas Market offers a unique experience by discovering and celebrating all Japanese arts and crafts. Visitors can find illustrations, local teas, design and decoration items, as well as traditional clothing like kimonos. Calligraphy, origami, manga, and ikebana workshops are also available.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Japanese Christmas Market
English Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- British specialties and children's corner
- Description
- The English Christmas Market at St George's Anglican Church offers British specialties, puddings, jams, snacks, cakes, crackers, and British gifts. A special corner for children is also set up with English books, raffles, games, and clothing.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : English Christmas Market
Swedish Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Unique Swedish specialties and artisanal items.
- Description
- The Swedish Christmas Market at the Swedish Church in Paris offers Swedish gourmet specialties, gift ideas, and artisanal items for a festive experience.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Swedish Christmas Market
Ubuntu Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Market highlighting French and black brands.
- Description
- The Ubuntu Christmas Market offers an exclusive selection of French and black brands, featuring high-quality products such as natural cosmetics, design, fashion, jewelry, and inspiring children's books.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Ubuntu Christmas Market
Mantes-la-Jolie 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 Radio Classique is a musical event that combines classical masterpieces and the most beautiful Christmas carols. It takes place at the Théâtre des Champs-Elysées, offering a warm and festive musical experience.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Radio Classique Christmas Concert
Christmas Concert at Sainte-Chapelle
- What to Expect
- Classical concerts in an exceptional historical setting.
- Description
- The Christmas Concert at Sainte-Chapelle is a series of classical concerts held in this gem of Rayonnant Gothic architecture. The concerts offer a unique musical experience in an exceptional historical setting.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Concert at Sainte-Chapelle
Christmas Concert at Saint-Germain-des-Prés
- What to Expect
- Classical music concerts in a historic church.
- Description
- The Christmas Concerts at Saint-Germain-des-Prés offer an exceptional musical experience in one of Paris's most beautiful monuments. The concerts, organized by Euromusic Productions, feature works by Vivaldi, Schubert, and other great names in classical music.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Concert at Saint-Germain-des-Prés
Christmas Concert at Saint-Eustache
- What to Expect
- Diverse repertoire including traditional and classical songs.
- Description
- The Christmas Concert at Saint-Eustache offers an exceptional representation of Christmas masterpieces with the Hélios Youth Orchestra, featuring pieces like "We Wish You a Merry Christmas" and "It is Born the Divine Child".
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Concert at Saint-Eustache
Christmas Concert at Saint-Sulpice
- What to Expect
- A Christmas concert with a dynamic orchestra and choir.
- Description
- Orchestre Hélios presents a grand concert of traditional Christmas songs at Église Saint-Sulpice, featuring a diverse program including pieces like "We Wish You a Merry Christmas" and "Minuit Chrétien".
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Concert at Saint-Sulpice
Christmas Concert at La Madeleine
- What to Expect
- Christmas concert featuring three choirs and a symphony orchestra.
- Description
- The Orchestre Hélios, the Chœur Darius Milhaud, and the Chœur Hélios éphémère perform at the Église de la Madeleine for a Christmas concert. Directed by Matthieu Cabanes and Laurent Ronzon, they perform traditional Christmas carols.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Concert at La Madeleine
Ukranian National Opera Ballet: The Snow Queen
- What to Expect
- A new performance by the National Opera of Ukraine Ballet with fairy tale elements.
- Description
- The National Opera of Ukraine Ballet presents "The Snow Queen", a fairy tale inspired by Andersen, with exceptional energy and creativity.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Ukranian National Opera Ballet: The Snow Queen