Last updated: 11 November 2024
Discover the end-of-year festivities in Neuilly-sur-Seine with our comprehensive event guide. Whether you're a resident or visitor, we've gathered all the festive activities to help you make the most of this enchanting season.
From Place du Marché to the banks of the Seine, the city comes alive during the holidays. The traditional Christmas market on Avenue Charles de Gaulle offers local crafts and gastronomy stalls, while the illuminations along the Champs-Élysées, just minutes away, create a warm atmosphere. The Saint-James gardens and Île de la Jatte also offer their share of winter activities.
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Neuilly-sur-Seine Holiday Light Displays
Paris Christmas Lights Bus Tour
- What to Expect
- Christmas lights on the Champs-Élysées
- Description
- The Christmas lights in Paris shine brightly and joyfully illuminate the city's streets. From the Champs-Élysées to the facades of Parisian department stores, the festive colors give Paris a unique charm. The boutiques are adorned with their most beautiful colors, and the festive decorations of Parisian department store facades are a major attraction.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Paris Christmas Lights Bus Tour
Natural History Museum - Tropical Wonders
- What to Expect
- "Immersive and fascinating exhibition with hundreds of animated light structures."
- Description
- "Discover the biodiversity of tropical humid forests through a vibrant journey of light structures, featuring characteristic, spectacular, or unusual species."
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Natural History Museum - Tropical Wonders
Neuilly-sur-Seine Holiday Markets and Shopping
La Defense Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Unique festival with 200 stalls offering artisanal goods and gourmet specialties.
- Description
- The La Défense Christmas Market is an unmissable event that returns each year with nearly 200 decorated stalls, offering a variety of handmade products, Christmas decorations, and regional and international gourmet specialties.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : La Defense Christmas Market
Tuileries Garden "Magic of Christmas" Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- An outdoor ice skating rink of 1200 m² and various rides.
- Description
- The Marché de Noël des Tuileries features nearly 80 wooden chalets offering artisanal French products, festive animations, and rides for all ages.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Tuileries Garden "Magic of Christmas" Christmas Market
Hotel de Ville Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Christmas village with Parisian product chalets and free rides.
- Description
- The Christmas Market at the Hôtel de Ville offers an animated village with Parisian product chalets, treats, and free rides. The trees are chosen to respect the environment, and the lights use energy-efficient LED technology.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Hotel de Ville Christmas Market
Notre Dame Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- A Christmas market with artisans and regional gourmet specialties.
- Description
- The Notre-Dame Christmas Market offers a unique experience with handmade creations, regional gourmet specialties, and children's animations. Visitors can discover jewelry, ceramic objects, textiles, and leather, as well as gourmet products like sausages, foie gras, and macarons.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Notre Dame Christmas Market
Montmartre Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Free children's workshops and Santa Claus.
- Description
- The Montmartre Christmas Market offers a festive experience with local creators offering wooden, metal, ceramic decorations, and textile creations. Visitors can also enjoy gastronomic specialties like cheese, foie gras, pretzels, and hot wine.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Montmartre Christmas Market
Alsatian Christmas Market at Gare de l'Est
- What to Expect
- Discover Alsatian culinary specialties under a colorful tent.
- Description
- The Alsace Christmas Market at Gare de l'Est offers a selection of Alsatian specialties, including gingerbread, bredele, kougelhopf, and sauerkraut, as well as locally crafted products.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Alsatian Christmas Market at Gare de l'Est
Neuilly-sur-Seine Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Radio Classique Christmas Concert
- What to Expect
- A unique musical event combining classical masterpieces and Christmas carols.
- Description
- The Grand Concert de Noël is a musical event that combines classical masterpieces and Christmas carols to create a festive and sharing moment. The performers include the Orchestre Consuelo and the Chœur de l'Université PSL, with a diverse program ranging from Bach to Gounod.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Radio Classique Christmas Concert
Vivaldi's Gloria, Handel Messiah, Bach Christmas Oratorio
- What to Expect
- A festive musical celebration with sacred classical works.
- Description
- Vivaldi's Gloria, a Christmas celebration organized by Jean-Christophe Spinosi, includes works by Vivaldi, Bach, and Corelli, offering a rich and varied musical experience.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Vivaldi's Gloria, Handel Messiah, Bach Christmas Oratorio
Christmas Concert at Saint-Germain-des-Pres Church
- What to Expect
- Classical music concerts in a unique historical and architectural setting.
- Description
- The Christmas Concerts at Saint-Germain-des-Prés offer a rich and varied musical experience, featuring works by Vivaldi, Strauss, and Schubert performed by Parisian ensembles and soloists.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Concert at Saint-Germain-des-Pres Church
The Snow Queen by the Ukrainian National Opera Ballet
- What to Expect
- A unique choreography based on Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tale.
- Description
- La Reine des Neiges by the National Opera of Ukraine is a two-act ballet based on the famous fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen. This choreographic production, signed by Aniko Rekhviashvili, tells the story of young Gerda and her battle against a malevolent and icy enemy. The music by Grieg, Massenet, Offenbach, Johann Strauss, and Berlioz creates a magical and enchanting atmosphere.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : The Snow Queen by the Ukrainian National Opera Ballet
Concert at the Eiffel Tower
- What to Expect
- Classical concerts in a historic and unique location.
- Description
- The exceptional concerts at the Eiffel Tower offer an unforgettable musical experience with classical pieces by Vivaldi and Strauss, performed by talented musicians in a unique and historic setting.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Concert at the Eiffel Tower
New Year's Concert at Sainte-Chapelle
- What to Expect
- Theatrical visit with colorful stained glass and classical concerts.
- Description
- The New Year's Spectacle at Sainte-Chapelle offers a unique experience with colorful stained glass and classical concerts, creating an exceptional auditory and visual environment.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : New Year's Concert at Sainte-Chapelle
Neuilly-sur-Seine Other Holiday Activities
Christmas Dinner on the Seine River
- What to Expect
- A refined and convivial gastronomic experience in the heart of Paris.
- Description
- Enjoy a lunch or dinner cruise on the Seine, with a panoramic view of Paris' historic monuments. The menu features seasonal ingredients and French-inspired dishes.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Dinner on the Seine River
Big Wheel at the Tuileries Garden Christmas Market
- 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. It is located in the Tuileries Garden, a central location to admire the city's beauty.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Big Wheel at the Tuileries Garden Christmas Market