Last updated: 11 November 2024
Discover the festive season in Meaux from a new perspective. Our guide presents all the essential holiday events, whether you're a Meaux resident or a visitor seeking new experiences.
From the illuminated Place Henri IV to the traditional Christmas market in front of Saint-Étienne Cathedral, the city comes alive during the holidays. The medieval streets of the historic center host entertainment and shows, while the Market District offers decorated shops and local specialty tastings. The Bossuet Museum gardens also provide an enchanting setting with their winter illuminations.
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Meaux Holiday Light Displays
Rue des Bulles
- What to Expect
- A mountain of golden and white balloons suspended in the air.
- Description
- Rue des Bulles is a festive installation featuring 12,000 golden and white balloons suspended in the air, illuminated by garlands at night. The bars, restaurants, cafes, and wine shops on Rue des Martyrs offer musical animations and champagne hours.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Rue des Bulles
Meaux Holiday Markets and Shopping
Hotel de Ville Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Christmas market with stalls and free rides in Olympic colors.
- 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 : Hotel de Ville Christmas Market
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 numerous activities.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Tuileries Garden "Magic of Christmas" Christmas Market
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
Montmartre Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Fifteen local creators offer decorative items and gourmet products.
- Description
- The Montmartre Christmas Market features local creators with wooden, metal, ceramic, and textile decorations. Local producers offer cheeses, foie gras, pretzels, tapenade, honey, biscuits, and hot chestnuts. Free workshops for children and a photo opportunity with Santa Claus are also available.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Montmartre Christmas Market
Notre Dame Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- A Christmas market featuring local artisans and creators offering handmade products.
- Description
- The Notre-Dame Christmas Market offers a festive experience with artisans and creators showcasing their handmade products, including jewelry, ceramics, textiles, and regional gourmet food.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Notre Dame Christmas Market
La Defense "Marche de Noel" Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- 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 twinkling Christmas decorations, and be enchanted by the alluring scents of cinnamon and hot chocolate.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : La Defense "Marche de Noel" 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 culinary and artisanal immersion into Alsatian traditions. Discover specialties like kougelhopf, mannele in spiced bread, bredele, and potato galettes. The opportunity to taste the best of Alsatian terroir and travel through these end-of-year festivities without leaving the capital.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Alsatian Christmas Market at Gare de l'Est
Square René Viviani Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Unique artisanal creations and regional gastronomic specialties.
- Description
- The Christmas Market at Square René Viviani offers a variety of artisanal creations and regional gastronomic specialties, with free animations for children and the presence of Santa Claus.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Square René Viviani Christmas Market
Tuileries Garden Ice Skating Rink
- What to Expect
- 1200 m² ice rink with a designated area for young children.
- Description
- The ice rink at the Tuileries Christmas Market is a must-visit attraction during the holiday season, featuring a 1200 m² ice rink and a designated area for young children.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Tuileries Garden Ice Skating Rink
Meaux Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Moulin Rouge Christmas Show
- What to Expect
- Gourmet dinner and Féerie revue show with champagne and exceptional wine.
- Description
- The Moulin Rouge Christmas Spectacle offers a gourmet dinner and the Féerie revue show, with champagne and exceptional wine, in a historic and luxurious setting.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Moulin Rouge Christmas Show
Le Grand Concert de Noel: 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, offering a warm and festive musical experience.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Le Grand Concert de Noel: Radio Classique Christmas Concert
Christmas Concert at La Madeleine Church
- What to Expect
- Christmas concert featuring a string orchestra and choir.
- Description
- The Hélios Orchestra presents a Christmas concert at the Madeleine Church, offering a variety of classical and gospel pieces in a historic setting with a rich atmosphere.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Concert at La Madeleine Church
Concert at the Eiffel Tower
- What to Expect
- Classical concert featuring Vivaldi and Strauss pieces.
- Description
- The Christmas Concert at the Eiffel Tower offers a classical music evening with the Classik Ensemble Orchestra and talented performers, featuring Vivaldi and Strauss pieces.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Concert at the Eiffel Tower
Ukrainian National Opera Ballet: The Snow Queen
- What to Expect
- Choreographed ballet in two acts with festive sets and costumes.
- Description
- The Snow Queen is a two-act ballet inspired by Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tale. This choreographic version by Aniko Rekhviashvili tells the story of young Gerda's epic journey to find her friend Kai, who was transformed into ice by a magical mirror shard.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Ukrainian National Opera Ballet: The Snow Queen