Last updated: 11 November 2024
Experience the end-of-year festivities in Melun from a new perspective. Our guide presents all the essential festive activities, allowing both long-time Melun residents and newcomers to fully enjoy the winter celebrations.
From Place Saint-Jean to the historic center and along the Seine riverbanks, the city comes alive with numerous traditional festivities. The Christmas market on Place de la Mairie offers local crafts and regional gastronomy stalls, while the city center illuminations create a warm atmosphere. The festivities extend to the neighboring communes of Vaux-le-Pénil and Dammarie-les-Lys, easily accessible within minutes.
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Melun Holiday Markets and Shopping
La Défense Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Unique celebration with 200 decorated stalls and diverse artisanal offerings.
- Description
- The La Défense Christmas Market is a must-attend event taking place from November 14 to December 29, 2024. This market offers 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 enticing scents of cinnamon and hot chocolate.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : La Défense Christmas Market
Tuileries Garden "Magic of Christmas" Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- A 1200 m² ice rink and various rides.
- Description
- The Tuileries Christmas Market offers a festive experience with nearly 80 wooden stalls, an outdoor ice rink, and various activities, providing gift ideas, rides, and regional specialties.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Tuileries Garden "Magic of Christmas" Christmas Market
Hotel de Ville Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Free XXL luge track for children and adults.
- Description
- The Village de Noël de l'Hôtel de Ville offers a festive experience with chalets, children's games, and sports activities like luge and climbing. Food enthusiasts can also enjoy regional specialties and artisanal products.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Hotel de Ville Christmas Market
Montmartre Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Fifteen creators offer decorative items in wood, metal, ceramics, and bio cosmetics.
- Description
- The Montmartre Christmas Market offers a selection of local creators offering decorative items, local products, and traditional treats. Children can participate in free workshops and take a photo with Santa Claus.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Montmartre 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
Square René Viviani Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Handmade creations and regional specialties offered by selected artisans.
- Description
- The Christmas Market at Square René Viviani offers a festive atmosphere with artisans and handmade creations, regional specialties, and children's activities.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Square René Viviani Christmas Market
Alsatian Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- An immersion in Alsatian gastronomic traditions under a festive tent.
- Description
- The Alsace Christmas Market at the Gare de l'Est offers a gastronomic and artisanal experience with Alsatian specialties such as kougelhopf, mannele, bredele, and choucroute. The stands also offer Advent wreaths and typical festive decorations.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Alsatian Christmas Market
Melun 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 of Christmas 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 : Radio Classique Christmas Concert
Vivaldi's Gloria, Handel Messiah, Bach Christmas Oratorio
- What to Expect
- Christmas celebration with sacred works and surprises.
- Description
- Jean-Christophe Spinosi invites the audience to celebrate the Christmas season with some of the finest pages from the sacred repertoire and a number of expertly chosen surprises. The program includes works by Vivaldi, Bach, and Handel.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Vivaldi's Gloria, Handel Messiah, Bach Christmas Oratorio
Christmas Concert at Saint-Germain-des-Prés Church
- What to Expect
- Classical music concerts in a historic church.
- Description
- The Christmas Concerts at Saint-Germain-des-Prés offer an exceptional musical experience with interpretations of Vivaldi, Strauss, and Schubert, creating a festive and culturally unique atmosphere.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Concert at Saint-Germain-des-Prés Church
Christmas Concert at Saint-Sulpice Church
- What to Expect
- A diverse repertoire of Christmas songs performed by the Orchestre Hélios and the Chœur Hélios Ephémère.
- Description
- The Christmas Concert at Saint-Sulpice features traditional Christmas songs for choir and orchestra in the inspiring atmosphere of the Église Saint-Sulpice in Paris. The program includes pieces like "We Wish you a Merry Christmas", "Mon beau Sapin, roi des Forêts", and "Il est né le divin enfant".
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Concert at Saint-Sulpice Church
Christmas Concert at La Madeleine Church
- 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 come together for a Christmas concert at the Église de la Madeleine. Directed by Matthieu Cabanes and Laurent Ronzon, they perform traditional Christmas carols.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Concert at La Madeleine Church
Christmas Concert at Saint-Louis-en-L'Ile Church
- What to Expect
- Classical music concerts featuring traditional Christmas carols.
- Description
- The Christmas concerts at Saint-Louis-en-L'Ile offer a rich and spiritual musical experience, with classical pieces and traditional carols filling the church with soft and soothing tones.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Concert at Saint-Louis-en-L'Ile Church
Christmas Concert at Saint-Severin Church
- What to Expect
- Automatic selection of the best available seat.
- Description
- The Grand Concert de Noël at Saint-Severin offers a festive musical evening with works by Bach, Vivaldi, Mozart, and Haendel. The event takes place on December 25, 2024 at 20h45 at the Saint-Severin Church.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Concert at Saint-Severin Church
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, with Vivaldi and Strauss pieces, in a historic and elegant setting.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Concert at the Eiffel Tower
Ukrainian National Opera Ballet: The Snow Queen
- What to Expect
- A unique choreographic performance with music by Grieg, Massenet, Offenbach, Johann Strauss, and Berlioz.
- Description
- The National Opera of Ukraine Ballet presents The Snow Queen, a two-act ballet based on the classic fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen. This choreographic version is signed by Aniko Rekhviashvili and 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
Moulin Rouge Cabaret Show with Champagne
- What to Expect
- Gourmet dinner with live orchestra and « Féerie » revue show.
- Description
- Celebrate Christmas at the Moulin Rouge with a gourmet dinner and the « Féerie » revue show featuring flamboyant costumes.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Moulin Rouge Cabaret Show with Champagne
Melun Other Holiday Activities
Christmas Lunch or Dinner Cruises
- What to Expect
- Gastronomic cruise with views of Parisian landmarks.
- Description
- Enjoy a Christmas cruise on the Seine with a panoramic view of Paris's iconic landmarks, including the Eiffel Tower and Notre-Dame. Savor a refined and delicious meal while discovering the history and culture of the City of Light.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Lunch or Dinner Cruises