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Last updated: December 01, 2024

Your complete guide to the end-of-year festivities in Nanterre has arrived! Discover our selection of events and activities that bring the city to life during the holiday season, designed for both residents and visitors.

The Town Hall Square hosts the traditional Christmas market with its wooden chalets, while the Charles-de-Gaulle Esplanade sparkles with thousands of lights. The Parc district offers children's activities, and the shopping streets in the city center are adorned with their finest decorations. Just minutes from La Défense, you'll also enjoy the celebrations in Europe's largest business district.

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Nanterre Holiday Light Displays

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Light trail with 100 dinosaurs and 2,000 lanterns.

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The Lantern Festival : the Dinosaur Ball at the Jardin d'Acclimatation features an extraordinary light trail with 100 dinosaurs and 2,000 lanterns spread over 6 hectares. This unique spectacle brings together 40 species of Mesozoic titans, offering an unforgettable experience to visitors.

Where: Paris | More Info: Jardin d'Acclimatation - Dragons and Lanterns Festival

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Nanterre Holiday Markets and Shopping

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Unique celebration with 200 decorated stalls offering diverse artisanal goods and festive food.

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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, admire the twinkling Christmas decorations, and be enchanted by the alluring scents of cinnamon and hot chocolate.

Where: La Défense | More Info: La Défense Christmas Village

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A Christmas market with local artisans offering unique handmade items.

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The Notre-Dame Christmas Market offers a festive atmosphere with Santa Claus and animations, drawing contests, and children's stories. You can enjoy regional specialties and hot wine. Artisans showcase handmade creations of jewelry, ceramics, textiles, leather, and more.

Where: Paris | More Info: Notre Dame Christmas Market

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Artisanal and local product offerings.

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The Marché de Noël des Abbesses is a festive event held on the Place des Abbesses in Paris. Fifteen small wooden stalls offer artisanal products, local specialties, and gift ideas. Visitors can discover jewelry, accessories, and culinary specialties of the season.

Where: Paris | More Info: Abbesses Christmas Market

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Nanterre Holiday Shows and Entertainment

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A unique musical event combining classical masterpieces and Christmas carols.

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The Grand Concert de Noël Radio Classique is a musical event that combines classical masterpieces and the most beautiful Christmas carols. The Orchestre Consuelo, led by Victor Julien-Laferrière, accompanies the Chœur de l'Université PSL, directed by Johan Farjot, in a program featuring works by Bach, Brahms, Delibes, Tchaïkovski, and many others.

Where: Paris | More Info: Radio Classique Christmas Concert

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A Christmas celebration with exceptional sacred works.

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Vivaldi's Gloria, composed by Antonio Vivaldi, is a sacred work celebrating the glory of God. It is performed by renowned artists, including Nina Maestracci, Malena Ernman, and Luigi De Donato. The program also includes excerpts from Bach's Weihnachtsoratorium and Handel's Messiah.

Where: Paris | More Info: Vivaldi's Gloria, Handel Messiah, Bach Christmas Oratorio

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Classical music concert in a historic church.

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The Christmas concert at Saint-Germain-des-Prés Church offers an unforgettable classical music experience in a historic setting. The church's foundations date back to the Middle Ages, and its elegant interior holds several centuries of architectural and decorative treasures. The program includes works by Vivaldi, Strauss, and Schubert.

Where: Paris | More Info: Christmas Concert: Vivaldi, Schubert, & more

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A Christmas concert with a local orchestra and choir.

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The Christmas concert at Saint-Sulpice Church features a variety of traditional Christmas carols performed by the Hélios Orchestra and the Hélios Éphémère Choir. The program includes works by composers such as Bach, Handel, and Bizet, as well as French and German Christmas songs.

Where: Paris | More Info: Christmas Concert at Saint-Sulpice Church

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Christmas concert featuring a young orchestra and choir.

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Hear beautiful Christmas carols for choir and orchestra in the inspiring atmosphere of the Église de la Madeleine in Paris. The program includes classics such as "We Wish you a Merry Christmas," "Mon beau Sapin, roi des Forêts," and French compositions like "Il est né le divin enfant" and "Les anges dans nos campagnes."

Where: Paris | More Info: Christmas Concert at La Madeleine Church

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Two-act ballet with music by Grieg, Massenet, Offenbach, Johann Strauss, and Berlioz.

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The Ukrainian National Opera Ballet presents The Snow Queen, a two-act ballet based on the famous fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen. Choreography is by Aniko Rekhviashvili, who took up the challenge of telling the story of young Gerda and her battle with an evil frozen foe. The ballet features music by Grieg, Massenet, Offenbach, Johann Strauss, and Berlioz.

Where: Paris | More Info: Ukranian National Opera Ballet: The Snow Queen

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Dinner cruise with gourmet menu and breathtaking views of Parisian landmarks.

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Enjoy an unforgettable evening on a dinner cruise on the Seine to celebrate New Year's Eve. Discover the illuminated Parisian landmarks and savor a gourmet meal.

Where: Paris | More Info: New Year's Eve Dinner Cruise

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Festive parades with Disney Characters and dazzling decorations.

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Immerse yourself in a unique Christmas atmosphere where the sparkling streets and our majestic tree bring the Christmas spirit to life like nowhere else. Feel the festive atmosphere of the most joyful parade with Mickey and his friends, Disney Princesses, and Santa Claus – and twice as much Share the Christmas spirit with Disney Characters and enjoy festive encounters.

Where: Marne-la-Vallée | More Info: Enchanted Christmas at Disneyland Paris

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