Last updated: December 01, 2024
Join the Marignane community to celebrate the holiday season! Our guide presents all the festive events in the city, allowing both residents and visitors to discover the warm atmosphere of Provençal festivities.
From the historic marketplace to the picturesque streets of the city center, Marignane comes alive during the holiday season. Traditional illuminations line the Cours Mirabeau, while the Provençal Christmas market sets up on the central square, offering santons (traditional figurines), crafts, and regional specialties. Visitors can also explore festivities in neighboring cities like Vitrolles and Marseille, all accessible within 30 minutes.
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A unique festive program with activities for all ages.
The joys of Christmas in Marignane offer a festive program where both children and adults can experience unforgettable moments. Each year, the City of Marignane provides a beautiful program of distractions and leisure activities to celebrate Christmas.
Where: Marignane | More Info: The Joys of Christmas in Marignane
Meet local creators and artisans to find gift ideas.
Trésors de Noël à Marignane is a covered Christmas market where you can meet creators, artisans, merchants, and local producers to find gift ideas and prepare the traditional Christmas table. The presence of food trucks on site adds to the event's appeal.
Where: Marignane | More Info: Christmas Treasures in Marignane
A display of local and artisanal products.
The Christmas Market in the lower part of the Canebière features forty artisans and creators, offering soaps and cosmetics, jewelry and accessories, floral compositions, candles and decorative items, biscuits, and other treats.
Where: Marseille | More Info: Christmas Market at the Bottom of the Canebière
The oldest santon fair created in Marseille in 1803.
The Foire aux Santons de Marseille is an essential tradition in the city, gathering 22 santonniers at the Vieux-Port for an exhibition of santons and crèches. The event includes a mass of the santonniers, a symbolic ribbon cutting, and visits to the stands by the officials accompanied by folkloric dances.
Where: Marseille | More Info: Santons Fair of Marseille
Village of chalets with 16 exhibitors from twinned cities.
The Marché international des villes jumelles brings together merchants and artisans from 9 countries for an exhibition of craftsmanship and gastronomy on Place François Villon in Aix-en-Provence.
Where: Marseille | More Info: International Twin Cities Market
An exhibition of local and traditional Provençal products.
The Marché des 13 desserts is a traditional event that brings together around thirty exhibitors to showcase end-of-year culinary products and specialties typical of the Aix-en-Provence region. Visitors can discover traditional desserts like the four mendicants, olive oil cake, white and black nougat, as well as dried fruits and local specialties.
Where: Marseille | More Info: Market of the 13 Desserts
Truffle and wine hot chocolate tasting.
The Grand Truffle and Gastronomy Market in Rognes is a convivial and gastronomic festival where you can taste truffles, oysters, and other local specialties.
Where: Marseille | More Info: Truffle Market
An exhibition of 150 exceptional exhibitors gathered around four main sectors.
Provence Prestige is a unique event that brings together 150 exceptional exhibitors around four main sectors: Gastronomy, Fashion, Home and Decoration, and Culture and Leisure. Discover local artisans, gourmet restaurants, culinary workshops, and children's activities.
Where: Marseille | More Info: Provence Prestige
Over 90 local craftsmen and producers.
The Christmas market at Domaine de Méjanes offers a Provençal Christmas atmosphere with over 90 local craftsmen and producers, family entertainment, cultural workshops, wooden games, and a large nativity scene at the Paul Ricard Museum.
Where: Les Baux-de-Provence | More Info: Christmas Market at the Domaine de Méjanes
Unique feature: "Christmas market with local vendors and gourmet specialties"
The Christmas Market at Place de la République offers a festive experience with local vendors selling handmade products and gourmet specialties.
Where: Marseille | More Info: Christmas Market at the Republic Square
Over 80 creator, artist, and artisan exhibitors in a 1,400 square meter space.
L'Avent des créateurs is a unique event where over 80 creator, artist, and artisan exhibitors showcase their creations in a 1,400 square meter space. Visitors can participate in a raffle, enjoy children's activities and makeup, as well as music and Christmas decorations. Santa Claus will be present for free photos.
Where: Marseille | More Info: The Advent of Creators
A dozen chalets offering handmade products and seasonal specialties.
The chalets of the Marseille Christmas Market offer a unique experience with local artisans offering handmade products, decorations, seasonal specialties, and festive animations.
Where: Marseille | More Info: The Christmas Chalets
Twenty exhibitors showcase their craftsmanship and high-quality products.
The Noël Artisanal and Gourmand Market in Marignane brings together thirty artisans and producers showcasing their handmade and gourmet creations, including decorative items, chocolates, wooden crafts, art books, and more.
Where: Marignane | More Info: Artisanal Christmas
Animations and artisanal creations on the parking lot of the Sentier Provençal.
The Marché de Noël du Sentier Provençal offers a warm atmosphere with creator stands, on-site dining, and activities for all ages.
Where: Marseille | More Info: Christmas Market of the Provençal Path
An atypical walk through the cellar.
The Christmas Market at Vignoble du Roy René in Lambesc offers an atypical walk through the cellar to discover Christmas trees, wine and sparkling wine tastings, art crafts, culinary trades, author and dedication, children's games and animations, and food trucks.
Where: Les Baux-de-Provence | More Info: Christmas at the Vignoble du Roy René
A Corsican evening with a charcuterie platter and wild boar dish.
The Corsican Evening at Les Lanciers restaurant offers a unique culinary experience with a Corsican charcuterie platter and wild boar with polenta, accompanied by red or rosé wine and coffee.
Where: Marignane | More Info: Corsican Evening at the Les Lanciers Restaurant
Christmas celebration in a historic castle
Château de Fonscolombe celebrates Christmas with festive decorations and activities in a historic setting.
Where: Le Puy-Sainte-Réparade | More Info: Christmas at the Château de Fonscolombe
Traditional dinner with folkloric animations.
This year, the association "Les Amis de Marignane et de la Provence" organizes the traditional veillée calendale with a big dinner and 13 desserts. The evening will be animated by "Lei dindouleto dou roucas". Folkloric animations ensure a lively atmosphere The Advent season is a special time for families. Christian faith, table traditions, folklore, and diverse beliefs... The occasion to share in conviviality the inescapable "veillée calendale" dinner in music.
Where: Marignane | More Info: Calendal Evening
Festive musical atmosphere with DJ Michel
The City of Marignane offers seniors afternoons of "tea dancing" with free beverages, pastries, and coffee. The musical atmosphere is provided by DJ Michel.
Where: Marignane | More Info: Dancing Teas for Seniors
Super loto with household appliances and restaurant meals.
The Super loto de l'association Marignane Avenir offers a variety of prizes, including household appliances, connected watches, wine sets, and restaurant meals. A snack bar and a small restaurant are also available on site.
Where: Marignane | More Info: Super Lottery of the Marignane Avenir Association