Last updated: 11 November 2024
Discover our end-of-year festivities guide in Montgeron, your essential companion for exploring winter celebrations in our town. Our selection of events and activities will accompany you throughout the festive season.
In the heart of the city, Place de Rottembourg comes alive with its traditional Christmas market, where local artisans showcase their creations. Along Avenue de la République, the illuminations create a warm atmosphere, while the Carré d'Art hosts exhibitions and entertainment for the whole family. Just minutes away, Lelong Park offers outdoor activities and festive installations.
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Montgeron Holiday Light Displays
Paris Christmas Lights Tour
- What to Expect
- Panoramic tour of illuminated Paris with audio commentary.
- Description
- Enjoy a panoramic tour of Paris illuminated during the Christmas season, with audio commentary available in French and English. You will admire the decorated Champs-Élysées, the holiday window displays of major department stores, and the illuminated Place Vendôme.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Paris Christmas Lights Tour
Montgeron Holiday Markets and Shopping
Tuileries Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- A traditional Christmas market with rides and animations for all ages.
- Description
- The Tuileries Christmas Market offers a festive experience with nearly 80 wooden stalls, various animations, and a selection of gourmet and artisanal products.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Tuileries 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, 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
Notre Dame Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- A Christmas market with artisanal creations and regional gastronomic specialties.
- Description
- The Notre Dame Christmas Market offers a festive atmosphere with artisanal creations and regional gastronomic specialties. Visitors can discover jewelry, ceramics, textiles, and food products made by French artisans.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Notre Dame Christmas Market
Abbesses Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- An authentic Christmas market with local and regional products.
- Description
- The Marché de Noël des Abbesses offers a convivial atmosphere with fifteen small wooden stalls offering artisanal and regional products, jewelry, accessories, and local culinary specialties.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Abbesses Christmas Market
Saint-Germain-des-Prés Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Offers gourmet and artisanal products in a festive setting.
- Description
- The Saint-Germain-des-Prés Christmas Market offers a variety of gourmet and artisanal products, including bretzels, nougats, and hot drinks. The decorated chalets provide a festive and convivial atmosphere, with children's activities and the presence of Santa Claus.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Saint-Germain-des-Prés Christmas Market
La Défense Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Largest Christmas market in Île-de-France with 200 decorated stalls.
- Description
- The La Défense Christmas Market is a must-attend event running 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 and admire the twinkling Christmas decorations.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : La Défense Christmas Market
Alsatian Christmas Market at Gare de l'Est
- What to Expect
- A wide selection of local Alsatian products tasted on site.
- Description
- The Alsace Christmas Market at Gare de l'Est offers a gastronomic and artisanal plunge with Alsatian specialties such as kougelhopf, mannele in gingerbread and brioche, bredele, potato galettes, and Munster. It's a unique opportunity to discover the best of Alsatian terroir without leaving Paris.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Alsatian Christmas Market at Gare de l'Est
Montgeron Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Radio Classique Christmas Concert
- What to Expect
- A unique musical event combining classical masterpieces and traditional Christmas carols.
- Description
- The Grand Concert de Noël Radio Classique is a musical event that combines classical masterpieces and traditional Christmas carols to celebrate the festive season.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Radio Classique Christmas Concert
Vivaldi's Gloria, Handel Messiah, Bach Christmas Oratorio
- What to Expect
- "Christmas celebration with Vivaldi's sacred works and surprises."
- Description
- "Celebrate the Christmas season with some of the finest pages from the sacred repertoire and expertly chosen surprises to delight audiences. The program includes Vivaldi's Gloria, Vivaldi's Dixit Dominus, excerpts from Bach's Christmas Oratorio, Corelli's Concerto Grosso op. 6 No. 8, and excerpts from Handel's Messiah."
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Vivaldi's Gloria, Handel Messiah, Bach Christmas Oratorio
Christmas Concert at Sainte-Chapelle
- What to Expect
- Classical music concert in a historic Gothic church.
- Description
- The Christmas concert at La Sainte-Chapelle offers an exceptional musical experience in a Gothic setting. Visitors can admire the stunning stained glass windows while enjoying a classical music program.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Concert at Sainte-Chapelle
Vivaldi's Four Seasons & Corelli's Christmas Concert
- What to Expect
- A classical concert integrating young musicians in a historic setting.
- Description
- Ensemble Helios presents a classical concert at Église Saint-Germain-des-Prés, featuring works by Vivaldi and Corelli, including "The Four Seasons" and a Christmas concert.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Vivaldi's Four Seasons & Corelli's Christmas Concert
Christmas Concert at Saint-Sulpice Church
- What to Expect
- A Christmas concert with a dynamic orchestra and choir.
- Description
- The Christmas Concert at Saint-Sulpice features a variety of traditional Christmas songs for choir and orchestra in the inspiring atmosphere of Saint-Sulpice Church in Paris. The program includes pieces like "We Wish you a Merry Christmas", "It is Born the Divine Child", and "The March of the Kings".
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Concert at Saint-Sulpice Church
Christmas Concert at La Madeleine Church
- What to Expect
- A Christmas concert with three choirs and a symphony orchestra.
- Description
- The Orchestre Hélios, the Chœur Darius Milhaud, and the Chœur Hélios éphémère will perform a concert at the Église de la Madeleine on December 23, 2024. The program features traditional Christmas carols performed by talented musicians under the direction of Matthieu Cabanes and Laurent Ronzon.
- 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 National Ballet of Ukraine 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 features music by Grieg, Massenet, Offenbach, Johann Strauss, and Berlioz.
- 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 unforgettable classical performances at the Gustave Eiffel Salon, with sublime melodies by Vivaldi and Strauss.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Concert at the Eiffel Tower
Christmas Concert at Saint-Louis-en-L'Ile Church
- What to Expect
- Christmas concerts with classical compositions and traditional carols.
- Description
- The Christmas concerts at Saint-Louis-en-l'Ile Church offer a rich and spiritual musical experience, featuring classical compositions and traditional Christmas carols.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Concert at Saint-Louis-en-L'Ile Church
Christmas Concert at Saint-Severin Church
- What to Expect
- A classical music concert with renowned performers in a Parisian church.
- Description
- The Grand Concert de Noël at Saint-Severin offers a festive musical evening with compositions by Bach, Vivaldi, Mozart, and Haendel, providing an exceptional cultural experience in the historic Saint-Severin church.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Concert at Saint-Severin Church
Moulin Rouge Christmas Dinner and Show
- What to Expect
- Gourmet dinner with champagne and the « Féerie » revue.
- Description
- Celebrate Christmas at the Moulin Rouge with a gourmet dinner and the « Féerie » revue featuring flamboyant costumes.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Moulin Rouge Christmas Dinner and Show
Montgeron Other Holiday Activities
Christmas Seine River Cruise
- What to Expect
- Dinner cruise with panoramic views of Paris' historic monuments.
- Description
- Enjoy a Christmas cruise on the Seine with a panoramic view of Paris' historic monuments. Savor refined and savory dishes inspired by French cuisine.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Seine River Cruise
Tuileries Garden Big Wheel
- What to Expect
- Panoramic view of the city at 60 meters high.
- Description
- The Grande Roue des Tuileries is a iconic Parisian attraction, offering a panoramic view of the city at 60 meters high.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Tuileries Garden Big Wheel