Last updated: December 01, 2024
The festive season is coming to Meyzieu! Our guide presents all the must-see events and activities to celebrate this festive period in our beautiful commune in eastern Lyon.
From the traditional Christmas market on Place de la République to the enchanting illuminations in the city center, Meyzieu comes alive during the holidays. Visitors will discover local artisan chalets, children's activities at the Jean-Jaurès Cultural Center, and can enjoy festivities in neighboring communes, including Lyon's grand Christmas market, accessible by tram in 20 minutes.
Contact information and details below.
Illuminations of historic monuments and light animations.
The Fête des Lumières is a must-see event in Lyon celebrating its 25th anniversary from Thursday, 5 December, to Sunday, 8 December. This edition focuses on the collective and individual emotions of Lyon's residents by reactivating some of its most notable works.
Where: Lyon | More Info: Festival of Lights
Market supporting an association for children with disabilities.
The Meyzieu Christmas solidarity market brings together over 50 exhibitors to showcase their artisanal creations. This year, the event supports the "Mon Emmysphere" association and allows Emmy to live with her disability. You will find gift ideas among hundreds of artisanal products, as well as a raffle and a café run by the association's volunteers.
Where: Meyzieu | More Info: Solidary Christmas Market of Meyzieu
Solidarity Christmas market supporting the artisanal work of workers with disabilities.
Les Halles inclusives is a solidarity Christmas market where workers with disabilities showcase their handmade products and services. This unique market in France promotes the inclusion of people with disabilities and provides an enriching experience for visitors.
Where: Lyon | More Info: Inclusive Halls
A unique gastronomic and commercial immersion in Turkey.
Festiculture is a must-attend event for those who love Turkish culture. Discover the richness of Anatolian cuisine, immerse yourself in shopping like Istanbul's Grand Bazaar, and meet exclusive stars from Turkish series.
Where: Lyon | More Info: Festiculture
An exhibition of Asian cultures and traditions with conferences, workshops, and demonstrations.
The Salon de l'Asie & Asian Kitchen is a unique event showcasing a variety of Asian cultures and traditions. You can discover conferences on Asian cuisine, cooking workshops, martial arts demonstrations, and book and travel exhibitions.
Where: Lyon | More Info: Asia and Asian Kitchen Salon
A unique event that intersects arts, sciences, and society.
The INSA Lyon Festival of Arts, Sciences, and Societies offers a diverse and collective program, exploring themes of intimacy, technology, and science in a plural society.
Where: Villeurbanne | More Info: FASSIL
Tribute to Etienne WILLEM with a Lego mural.
The Bulle d'Or Festival is an annual event for comic books and illustrated books that brings together authors and comic book fans. The event celebrates creativity and graphic art with exhibitions, workshops, and meetings with creators.
Where: Brignais | More Info: The Golden Bubble
A musical festival that promotes gender parity and highlights emerging artists.
Décembre en Francophonie is a musical festival that brings together regional and international artists for a week of diverse concerts. From Tuesday 3 to Saturday 7 December, the Centre culturel Charlie Chaplin hosts unique musical evenings, including those by Marion Rouxin & Eric Doria, Arman Méliès, Dinaa, Noé Preszow, and Noé Preszow / Chien Noir.
Where: Vaulx-en-Velin | More Info: December in Francophonie
Original screenings of Asian animation films.
The Animēshon Festival in XXL version presents 10 Asian animation films, including Hayao Miyazaki's latest film, The Boy and the Heron, as well as two other gems from the Ghibli studios.
Where: Saint-Priest | More Info: Animēshon Festival
A large toy collection for children three weeks before Christmas.
The solidarity festival Soupe en Scène gathers the people of Lyon around an emblematic soup, with concerts and engaged performances to support the most vulnerable.
Where: Lyon | More Info: Soup on Stage
Tattoo culture is highlighted in this special edition.
Japan Touch is a unique event celebrating Japanese culture with various animations, guests, exhibitions, and workshops. The event features a zen and wellness space, a creators' village, traditional and martial arts, and gift and decoration ideas.
Where: Lyon | More Info: Japan Touch
Nighttime pedestrian courses in a natural park.
The Illuminés de Meyzieu is a sports event featuring three pedestrian courses of 5 km, 14 km, and 22 km in semi-night mode at the Grand Parc Miribel Jonage. Family activities start at 15h, and a headlamp is required for the 24 km course.
Where: Meyzieu | More Info: Illuminated Run of Meyzieu