Last updated: 11 November 2024
Discover our complete guide to the end-of-year festivities in Poitiers. We present the events and activities that bring our medieval city to life during the holiday season, whether you're a regular visitor or discovering it for the first time.
Place du Maréchal-Leclerc hosts the traditional Christmas market with its wooden chalets and local artisans. The historic quarter glows with festive decorations, while Place Charles-de-Gaulle features an outdoor ice rink. The cobblestone streets of the city center, particularly the Grand'Rue, are adorned with light garlands, creating a warm atmosphere all the way to Place Notre-Dame.
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Poitiers Holiday Markets and Shopping
Poitiers Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Meeting Santa Claus and various festive activities.
- Description
- The Poitiers Christmas Market offers a variety of activities and performances, including a Christmas market, a Ferris wheel, and horse-drawn carriage rides. Visitors can also meet Santa Claus and explore recycled games.
- Where
- Poitiers | More Info : Poitiers Christmas Market
Christmas Markets of the Vienne
- What to Expect
- Diversity of local producer stands.
- Description
- The Christmas Markets in Vienne offer a festive experience with local producer stands, games, Christmas music, and festive treats.
- Where
- Poitiers | More Info : Christmas Markets of the Vienne
Châtellerault Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- 20 local artisans present at the Châtellerault Christmas Market.
- Description
- The Châtellerault Christmas Markets offer a warm atmosphere with sparkling stalls and enticing scents. Explore the essential dates to experience unique festive moments.
- Where
- Châtellerault | More Info : Châtellerault Christmas Market
Loudun Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- A Christmas story at the Collégiale Sainte-Croix
- Description
- The Loudun Christmas Market is a festive event that brings together exhibitors, artisans, and associations at the Place du Général de Gaulle. You will find decorations, animations, exhibitions, and strolls. A Christmas story will be presented at the Collégiale Sainte-Croix.
- Where
- Loudun | More Info : Loudun Christmas Market
Montmorillon Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Traditional city illumination.
- Description
- The Montmorillon Christmas Market is an event filled with many merchants and artisans offering tastings, animations, games, and Santa Claus. The city is also traditionally illuminated on Friday, December 6th at 6 PM.
- Where
- Montmorillon | More Info : Montmorillon Christmas Market
Lusignan Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Stalls selling artisanal goods and gourmet food.
- Description
- The Marché de Noël de Lusignan is a festive event held on Place de la Marie, featuring artisanal stalls and gourmet food.
- Where
- Lusignan | More Info : Lusignan Christmas Market
Mirebeau Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Christmas market with local products and artisans.
- Description
- The Mirebeau Christmas Market is a festive event that brings together artisans, local producers, and merchants to offer high-quality products and unique experiences.
- Where
- Mirebeau | More Info : Mirebeau Christmas Market
Neuville-de-Poitou Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Christmas market with local and artisanal products.
- Description
- The Neuville-de-Poitou Christmas Market offers a variety of local and artisanal products, gourmet delights, and family activities.
- Where
- Neuville-de-Poitou | More Info : Neuville-de-Poitou Christmas Market
Vivonne Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Presence of many local vendors and artisans.
- Description
- The Vivonne Christmas Market offers a variety of local vendors, artisans, and producers, providing gourmet products and unique gifts.
- Where
- Vivonne | More Info : Vivonne Christmas Market
Poitiers Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Christmas Animations in Vivonne
- What to Expect
- A unique Christmas exhibition with handmade crafts.
- Description
- The Christmas events in Vivonne offer a variety of festive activities, including shows, children's entertainment, and Christmas exhibitions.
- Where
- Vivonne | More Info : Christmas Animations in Vivonne