Last updated: December 01, 2024
Welcome to your holiday guide to Saint-Mandé! We present a selection of festive events and attractions that bring our city to life during the holiday season, carefully chosen for both residents and visitors.
The Town Hall Square becomes the heart of festivities with its traditional Christmas market, lined with illuminations that extend to Avenue du Général de Gaulle. Along Avenue Victor Hugo, shopkeepers decorate their windows, while the nearby Bois de Vincennes offers winter walks. Just steps away, the temporary ice rink and mulled wine stands create a typically French warm atmosphere.
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Immersive path featuring iconic Jurassic species.
The Jardin des Plantes transforms into a full-scale outdoor museum with majestic light sculptures, highlighting iconic Jurassic species.
Where: Paris | More Info: Tropical Wonders Light Display at Jardin des Plantes
A light display with 100 dinosaurs and 2,000 lanterns.
The Festival des Lanternes : le Bal des Dinosaures features a 6-hectare light display with 100 dinosaurs and 2,000 lanterns, offering a unique experience for families.
Where: Paris | More Info: Dragons and Lanterns Festival
Christmas village with free rides and Parisian product stalls.
The Christmas Market at the Hôtel de Ville offers an animated village with Parisian product stalls, treats, and free rides. The trees are chosen with an environmental respect and decorated with Olympic and Paralympic colors.
Where: Paris | More Info: Hotel de Ville Christmas Market
Unique celebration with over 200 decorated stalls.
The La Défense Christmas Market is a must-attend event taking place from November 14 to December 29, 2024. This market offers 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: Paris | More Info: La Défense Christmas Village
A Christmas market featuring local artisans and creators offering unique creations.
The Notre-Dame Christmas Market offers a festive atmosphere with artisans and creators showcasing unique creations, jewelry, objects made from various materials, ceramics, textiles, leather, and regional gourmet specialties.
Where: Paris | More Info: Notre-Dame Christmas Market
A traditional Christmas market with rides and an ice rink.
The Tuileries Christmas Market offers a festive experience with nearly 80 wooden chalets, rides, an ice rink, and a variety of food stands.
Where: Paris | More Info: Tuileries Garden "Magic of Christmas" Christmas Market
A variety of gourmet and artisanal products to discover.
The Saint-Germain-des-Prés Christmas Market offers a festive experience with decorated stalls and gourmet and artisanal products. Visitors can discover various creations, children's animations, and even Santa Claus.
Where: Paris | More Info: Saint-Germain-des-Prés Christmas Market
Market stalls dedicated to made in France with textile creations and local products.
The Montmartre Christmas Market offers a selection of local creators offering decorative items in wood, metal, ceramics, and textile creations. Local producers are also present, offering cheeses, foie gras, pretzels, tapenade, honey, and biscuits. Free workshops for children and animations with Father Christmas complete the offer.
Where: Paris | More Info: Montmartre Christmas Market at Place des Abbesses
Alsatian specialties and cozy atmosphere
The Alsace Christmas Market at the Gare de l'Est offers a unique culinary experience with Alsatian specialties like kougelhopf, bredele, and Munster. Visitors can discover the festive traditions of Alsace in a cozy setting.
Where: Paris | More Info: Alsatian Christmas Market
A unique musical event combining classical masterpieces and Christmas carols.
The Grand Concert de Noël de Radio Classique is a musical event that combines classical masterpieces and Christmas carols to create a festive and sharing moment. The concert is performed by the Orchestre Consuelo under the direction of Victor Julien-Laferrière and includes works by Bach, Brahms, Delibes, Tchaïkovski, and Rossini.
Where: Paris | More Info: Radio Classique Christmas Concert
Christmas celebration with sacred works and surprises.
Jean-Christophe Spinosi invites the audience to celebrate the Christmas season with some of the finest pages from the sacred repertoire and a number of surprises expertly chosen to delight audiences. The program includes works by Vivaldi, Bach, Corelli, and Handel.
Where: Paris | More Info: Vivaldi's Gloria, Handel Messiah, Bach Christmas Oratorio
Classical music concert in a historic Gothic church.
The Christmas Concert at La Sainte Chapelle offers a classical music performance in the Gothic church of La Sainte Chapelle in Paris. Visitors can admire the stunning stained glass windows while enjoying a festive musical program.
Where: Paris | More Info: Christmas Concert at Sainte-Chapelle
Classical music concerts in a historic Gothic church.
The Christmas Concerts at Saint-Germain-des-Prés offer an unforgettable musical experience with interpretations of Vivaldi, Strauss, and Schubert. The concerts are presented by Parisian ensembles and soloists, offering an intimate atmosphere and exceptional acoustics.
Where: Paris | More Info: Christmas Concert at Saint-Germain-des-Prés Church
Classical music concert with a grand organ and international choirs.
The Christmas Concert at Saint-Sulpice is a classical music event where the Euromusic Symphonic Orchestra and the International Choir Hugues Reiner perform works by Mozart, Handel, and Corelli, as well as traditional and sacred songs.
Where: Paris | More Info: Christmas Concert at Saint-Sulpice Church
Christmas concerts with orchestras and choirs.
The Christmas Concert at the Église de la Madeleine features a rich and varied musical program, with orchestras and choirs performing sacred classics and contemporary compositions.
Where: Paris | More Info: Christmas Concert at La Madeleine Church
Two-act ballet with music adapted from Grieg, Massenet, Offenbach, Johann Strauss, and Berlioz.
The Ukrainian National Opera Ballet presents The Snow Queen, a two-act ballet based on the classic fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen. Choreographed by Aniko Rekhviashvili, who took up the challenge in 2015 to tell the story of young Gerda and her battle with an evil frozen foe. The music is adapted from Grieg, Massenet, Offenbach, Johann Strauss, and Berlioz.
Where: Paris | More Info: Ukrainian National Opera Ballet: The Snow Queen
Classical concerts on the Eiffel Tower with international musicians.
The Eiffel Tower Christmas Concerts offer an unforgettable musical experience with classical pieces by Vivaldi and Strauss, performed by talented musicians.
Where: Paris | More Info: Concert at the Eiffel Tower
Fireworks display on the Arc de Triomphe
The fireworks display on the Champs-Élysées is a must-see event for New Year's Eve in Paris. Thousands of people gather to watch an impressive display of lights projected onto the Arc de Triomphe, followed by a grand fireworks show.
Where: Paris | More Info: New Year's Eve Fireworks on the Champs-Élysées
12,000 biodegradable balloons and unique animations.
The Rue des Bulles 2023 is a spectacular scenery in the Rue des Martyrs in Paris, featuring 12,000 biodegradable balloons and unique animations.
Where: Rue des Martyrs | More Info: Rue des Bulles Christmas Celebration
Christmas dinner with panoramic views of Paris' historic landmarks.
Enjoy a Christmas dinner on the Seine with a panoramic view of Paris' historic landmarks. Discover French-inspired cuisine in a unique and cozy setting.
Where: Paris | More Info: Christmas Dinner on the Seine River
Gourmet cruise with Paris illuminations.
Celebrate New Year's Eve on the Seine by discovering Paris's iconic landmarks, such as Notre-Dame Cathedral and the Louvre, while admiring the capital's illuminations under the Eiffel Tower. A delicious dinner is planned for the occasion, to be shared with loved ones.
Where: Paris | More Info: New Year's Eve Dinner Cruise on the Seine