Last updated: 11 November 2024
Discover the end-of-year festivities in Nancy with our guide to must-see events. From local activities to tourist attractions, we present the essential winter celebrations in our beautiful city of Lorraine.
Place Stanislas, the historic heart of the city, hosts the traditional Christmas market with its wooden chalets and local artisans. Along Grande Rue, the illuminations create a warm atmosphere all the way to Place Saint-Epvre, where the activities continue. Place de la Carrière and the Old Town also offer gastronomic stands and exhibitions of Lorraine crafts.
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Nancy Holiday Light Displays
Ferris Wheel at Place de la Carrière
- What to Expect
- Panoramic view of the illuminated city.
- Description
- The Ferris Wheel at Place de la Carrière provides a panoramic view of the illuminated city, adding a touch of modernity to the Saint-Nicolas festivities.
- Where
- Nancy | More Info : Ferris Wheel at Place de la Carrière
Nancy Holiday Markets and Shopping
Artisans Village on Place des Bourgets
- What to Expect
- Christmas markets with wooden cabins decorated with sparkling garlands.
- Description
- The Saint-Nicolas villages in Nancy offer Christmas markets with wooden cabins decorated with sparkling garlands. Each village provides a unique atmosphere for strolling, finding gift ideas, sharing mulled wine, and enjoying seasonal treats.
- Where
- Nancy | More Info : Artisans Village on Place des Bourgets
Gourmet Market on Place de Vaudémont
- What to Expect
- Village of 7 gourmet huts with a wide range of local products.
- Description
- The Gourmet Market on Place de Vaudémont offers a unique gastronomic experience with gourmet huts offering a wide range of local products, sparkling drinks, and culinary specialties.
- Where
- Nancy | More Info : Gourmet Market on Place de Vaudémont
Christmas Markets in Metz
- What to Expect
- Unique feature : Wooden chalets and food stands on several iconic places in Metz.
- Description
- The Christmas markets in Metz offer a festive experience with wooden chalets, food stands, and illuminations. Stroll through the enchanting markets or the Lanterns Pathway.
- Where
- Metz | More Info : Christmas Markets in Metz
Nancy Holiday Shows and Entertainment
The Saint Nicholas Rendezvous
- What to Expect
- Futuristic parade with children riding on floats.
- Description
- The Saint-Nicolas events in Nancy offer a festive experience with gourmet villages, attractions, illuminations, video mapping, artist markets, and participative creations.
- Where
- Nancy | More Info : The Saint Nicholas Rendezvous
Video Mapping on the Town Hall
- What to Expect
- "Video-mapping show on five historic facades"
- Description
- "La Belle Saison" is a video-mapping spectacle that transforms Place Stanislas into an innovative digital experience. Based on innovation and technology, this creation projects high-definition images onto five facades, offering a journey between contemplation and exaltation.
- Where
- Nancy | More Info : Video Mapping on the Town Hall
Nancy Other Holiday Activities
Saint Nicholas Festivities in Nancy
- What to Expect
- Grand parade with the theme « Imaginaires du futur ».
- Description
- The Saint-Nicolas festivities in Nancy offer a festive experience with gourmet villages, attractions, illuminations, video mapping, artist markets, and participatory creations.
- Where
- Nancy | More Info : Saint Nicholas Festivities in Nancy
Museums of Nancy and the Greater Nancy Metropolis
- What to Expect
- Free entry every first Sunday of the month.
- Description
- Each first Sunday of the month, the museums of Nancy and the metropolitan area offer free entry to the Museum of Fine Arts, the Museum of the School of Nancy, Villa Majorelle, the Nancy Aquarium, the Féru des Sciences, and the Botanical Garden.
- Where
- Nancy | More Info : Museums of Nancy and the Greater Nancy Metropolis
Rides at the Pépinière
- What to Expect
- Various children's attractions in a historic park.
- Description
- The manèges de la pépinière offer a variety of attractions for children, including mini-karting, mini-airplanes, Mickey's flying machines, a carousel with Oui Oui and the pirates, and large airplanes. A kiosk offering Lorraine waffles completes the offer.
- Where
- Nancy | More Info : Rides at the Pépinière