Illustration of a light display scene (Illuminations de Noël des Champs-Élysées)
Christmas Lights

Illuminations de Noël des Champs-Élysées

Visitors stroll along Paris's iconic avenue to admire dynamic light creations and glowing cascades stretching between the Arc de Triomphe and Place de la Concorde. The trees along the pedestrianized thoroughfare sparkle with programmable, evolving illuminations designed to bring the grand boulevard to life.

What to Expect

Holiday light display stretching from Arc de Triomphe to Place de la Concorde.

Event Details

Ages

All ages

Neighborhood

Champs-Élysées

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

Sortiraparis.com

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Families and friends looking for a festive outdoor stroll

Vibe

Festive and dazzling

Energy Level

Moderate

Budget

Free

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

High

Location

Avenue des Champs-Élysées
De l'Arc de Triomphe à la place de la Concorde, 75008 Paris
Paris

Know Before You Go

  • Tickets: Listed as free for the 2025–26 edition; no 2026–27 price is stated.
  • Parking: Parking lot: Francois 1er, 17 Rue François 1er - 75008 Paris; Champs-Elysees Pierre Charron, 67 Rue Pierre Charron - 75008 Paris.
  • Accessibility: Accessible to people with reduced mobility, hearing impairments, and visual impairments.

Tips & Advice

  • Take public transport to Franklin-Roosevelt or Rond-Point des Champs-Élysées, the listed access points, to avoid relying on a car.
  • If driving, use the listed parking lots at 17 Rue François 1er or 67 Rue Pierre Charron.
  • Plan your visit between 5pm and midnight; the illuminations run all night on December 24 and 31.
  • The event is listed as accessible for visitors with reduced mobility and for people with hearing or visual impairments.
  • Wear warm layers for an outdoor evening stroll, especially if you plan to spend a long time along the avenue.

Special Events & Promotions

  • The lights stay on all night on 24 and 31 December.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is it for?

Everyone. The illuminations are free and open to all.

What will I see?

The avenue lit up for the festive season, from the Arc de Triomphe down to Place de la Concorde.

Where can I park?

The nearest car parks are François 1er at 17 Rue François 1er and Champs-Elysées Pierre Charron at 67 Rue Pierre Charron.

Tags

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Contributors & Updates

Last Updated: Oct 20, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team