Nantes Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025

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Christmas Markets (12 events) Other Christmas Activities (6 events)
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Nantes comes alive for Christmas 2025 around Passage Pommeraye and the Île de Nantes where Christmas markets and Holiday lights create a festive route of seasonal entertainment and holiday activities. Explore the Marché de Noël de Nantes, take in Le Voyage en hiver performances and enjoy parades, concerts and winter festivals that fill squares with artisan stalls, mulled wine and family-friendly attractions along the Loire.

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Christmas Markets

12 events
Marché de Noël d'Angers • Nov 27 – Dec 30

One of France's top 10 Christmas markets with over 100 chalets.

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Other Christmas Activities

6 events
Les Féeries de Saint-Nazaire

Annual holiday festivities in December

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Editor's Picks (6)

  1. Les Féeries de Saint-Nazaire (Saint-Nazaire)
    Annual holiday festivities in December
  2. Marché de Noël d'Angers (Angers)
    One of France's top 10 Christmas markets with over 100 chalets.
  3. Marché de Noël de Nantes
    Largest Christmas market in Western France with over 170 stalls.
  4. Illuminations à Nantes - Le Voyage en hiver
    City-wide light installations and decorations
  5. Paris La Défense Christmas Market
    Île-de-France's largest Christmas market with 300 chalets
  6. Le Voyage en hiver - Winter Journey in Nantes
    City-wide artistic route with holiday festivities

This Week / Coming Up (5)

L'Autre Marché par les Ecossolies Fri, Nov 28
Le Grand Noël at Château d'Angers Mon, Dec 1
CCAS Christmas Meal and Gift Distribution Thu, Dec 4
Saint-Cloud Village de Noël Sat, Dec 6
Marché de Noël Saint-Aignan-Grandlieu Sat, Dec 6

Christmas Lights Near Nantes

Additional holiday activities and unique Christmas experiences in Nantes.

Illuminations à Nantes - Le Voyage en hiver

City-wide light installations and decorations

📍 Nantes • Nov 22

Rochefort-en-Terre Christmas Illuminations

A 'Merveilleux village de Noël' with dazzling light displays.

📍 Rochefort-en-Terre • Nov 29

Christmas Parties Near Nantes

Festive dining experiences, holiday parties, and Christmas-themed food and drink events in Nantes.

Christmas Day Cruise on the Erdre River

Christmas Day dining cruise on the Erdre River

📍 Nantes • Dec 25

Christmas Shows Near Nantes

Christmas shows, theater performances, and holiday entertainment in Nantes.

Advent and Christmas Concerts in Saint-Sébastien-sur-Loire

Advent, Christmas, and New Year's concerts

📍 Saint-Sébastien-sur-Loire

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Nantes Christmas FAQ

When are the best times to visit?

Weekday evenings tend to be less crowded. Peak times are weekends in December, especially closer to Christmas.

Is parking available?

Most events offer on-site parking. Check individual event pages for specific parking information and fees.

Are venues accessible?

Most venues are accessible. Contact individual events for specific accessibility accommodations.