Last updated: 11 November 2024
Discover the end-of-year festivities in Massy with our complete celebration guide. Whether you're a resident or visitor to our Île-de-France city, this guide will accompany you throughout the winter festivities.
Place de France, the beating heart of the festivities, hosts the traditional Christmas market with its wooden chalets and local artisans. The Massy Palaiseau shopping center offers festive activities, while the Massy Opera presents its winter program. Just a few minutes away by RER, you can also enjoy the illuminations and decorated shops in central Paris.
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Massy Holiday Light Displays
Street of Bubbles
- What to Expect
- A ribbon of golden and white balloons suspended 6 meters high.
- Description
- Rue des Bulles is a festive installation featuring 12,000 golden and white balloons suspended in the air, illuminated by garlands at night. Champagne enthusiasts can enjoy a bubbly hour and musical performances.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Street of Bubbles
Massy Holiday Markets and Shopping
La Defense Christmas Village
- What to Expect
- Over 200 decorated stalls and festive animations.
- Description
- The La Défense Christmas Market is a must-attend event taking place from November 14 to December 29, 2024. It features a festival of sparkling lights, delicious treats, and traditional craftsmanship. Visitors can stroll through the 200 decorated stalls, admire the Christmas decorations, and be enchanted by the scents of cinnamon and hot chocolate.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : La Defense Christmas Village
Tuileries Garden "Magic of Christmas" Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- A traditional Christmas market with wooden chalets and an outdoor ice rink.
- Description
- The Tuileries Christmas Market offers a festive experience with nearly 80 wooden chalets, an outdoor ice rink, and family-friendly activities.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Tuileries Garden "Magic of Christmas" Christmas Market
Hotel de Ville Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Christmas market with Parisian product stalls and free rides.
- Description
- The Christmas Market at the Hôtel de Ville offers an animated village with Parisian product stalls, seasonal 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
Montmartre Christmas Market at Place des Abbesses
- What to Expect
- Christmas market dedicated to made in France with local creators and gourmet products.
- Description
- The Montmartre Christmas Market offers a festive experience with local creators, gourmet products, and free workshops for children. Santa Claus will be present for a photo opportunity at the 4-meter tall Christmas tree.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Montmartre Christmas Market at Place des Abbesses
Saint-Germain-des-Prés Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Children's activities and Santa Claus presence.
- Description
- The Saint-Germain-des-Prés Christmas Market offers a festive experience with decorated stalls, gourmet and artisanal products, and children's activities.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Saint-Germain-des-Prés Christmas Market
Notre Dame Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Handmade artisanal and regional gourmet creations.
- Description
- The Notre Dame Christmas Market offers a festive atmosphere with artisans and creators showcasing their handmade products, including jewelry, ceramics, textiles, and regional gourmet specialties such as sausages, foie gras, and macarons.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Notre Dame Christmas Market
Alsatian Christmas Market at Gare de l'Est
- What to Expect
- A wide selection of local Alsatian products.
- Description
- The Alsace Christmas Market at the Gare de l'Est offers a gastronomic and artisanal experience with Alsatian specialties such as kougelhopf, mannele in gingerbread, bredele, and potato galettes. It's the chance to discover the best of Alsatian terroir without leaving Paris.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Alsatian Christmas Market at Gare de l'Est
Square René Viviani Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Handmade crafts and regional gourmet products
- Description
- The Christmas Market at Square René Viviani offers a unique experience with handmade crafts and regional gourmet products. Visitors can discover decorative items, jewelry, ceramics, and culinary specialties like sausages, foie gras, and mulled wine.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Square René Viviani Christmas Market
Massy 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 de 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. The concert is presented by David Abiker and includes pieces such as Bach's Suite for Orchestra n°3, Brahms' Hungarian Dance n°5, and Waldteufel's Valse Estudiantina.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Radio Classique Christmas Concert
Vivaldi's Gloria, Handel Messiah, Bach Christmas Oratorio
- What to Expect
- A Christmas celebration with sacred works and surprises.
- Description
- Vivaldi's Gloria, Handel's Messiah, and Bach's Christmas Oratorio, a Christmas celebration with exceptional sacred pages and surprises.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Vivaldi's Gloria, Handel Messiah, Bach Christmas Oratorio
Christmas Concert at Saint-Sulpice Church
- What to Expect
- A Christmas concert with a dynamic orchestra and choir.
- Description
- The Christmas Concert at Église Saint-Sulpice features traditional Christmas songs for choir and orchestra in the inspiring atmosphere of the church. The program includes pieces like "We Wish you a Merry Christmas", "It is Born the Divine Child", and "Midnight Mass".
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Concert at Saint-Sulpice Church
Christmas Concert at La Madeleine Church
- What to Expect
- Christmas concert featuring a diverse repertoire of classical and gospel music.
- Description
- The Hélios Orchestra presents a Christmas concert at the Madeleine Church, offering a variety of classical and gospel pieces in a historic and majestic setting.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Concert at La Madeleine Church
Ukrainian National Opera Ballet: The Snow Queen
- What to Expect
- A unique choreographic performance with elaborate sets and costumes.
- Description
- The Ballet de l'Opéra National d'Ukraine presents La Reine des neiges, a two-act ballet based on the classic tale by Hans Christian Andersen. This choreographic production is signed by Aniko Rekhviashvili and features music by Grieg, Massenet, Offenbach, Johann Strauss, and Berlioz. La Reine des neiges tells the story of young Gerda and her battle against a malevolent and icy enemy.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Ukrainian National Opera Ballet: The Snow Queen
Concert at the Eiffel Tower
- What to Expect
- Classical concerts in a unique location above Paris.
- Description
- The exceptional concerts at the Eiffel Tower offer a unique classical music experience, featuring Vivaldi and Strauss pieces, in a historic and elegant setting.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Concert at the Eiffel Tower
Moulin Rouge Holiday Show
- What to Expect
- Gourmet dinner with Féerie show.
- Description
- The Moulin Rouge Christmas Spectacle offers a gourmet dinner designed by our Chef, accompanied by the Moulin Rouge orchestra, followed by the Féerie show.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Moulin Rouge Holiday Show
Massy Other Holiday Activities
The Big Wheel at Tuileries Garden
- What to Expect
- Panoramic view of Paris at 60 meters high.
- Description
- The Grande Roue of the Jardin des Tuileries is an iconic Parisian attraction that allows visitors to see the city from a higher perspective. Located in the Jardin des Tuileries, it offers a breathtaking view of the capital at 60 meters high.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : The Big Wheel at Tuileries Garden