Last updated: 11 November 2024
Discover the holiday season in Vanves with our comprehensive festivity guide. We present all the essential events and activities to celebrate Christmas in our city, whether you're a resident or visitor.
In the heart of the city, Place de la République comes alive with its traditional Christmas market, where local artisans display their creations. Along rue Jean-Jaurès, the illuminations create a festive atmosphere, while Parc Pic hosts an outdoor ice rink. Just minutes away, the shopping district offers entertainment for the whole family, and the proximity to Paris provides easy access to the capital's celebrations.
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Vanves Holiday Light Displays
Dragons and Lanterns Festival
- What to Expect
- A light path with dinosaurs and lanterns.
- Description
- The Festival des Lanternes : le Bal des Dinosaures features a 6-hectare light path with 100 dinosaurs and 2,000 lanterns, offering a unique and fascinating experience.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Dragons and Lanterns Festival
Vanves Holiday Markets and Shopping
Hotel de Ville Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Christmas village with Parisian product stalls and free rides.
- Description
- The Christmas Market at the Hôtel de Ville offers an animated village with Parisian product stalls, treats, and free rides. The trees are chosen to respect the environment, and the lights are turned off at 23:45 for energy reasons.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Hotel de Ville Christmas Market
Tuileries Garden Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- 1200 m² outdoor ice rink
- Description
- The Tuileries Christmas Market offers a festive experience with nearly 80 wooden chalets, an outdoor ice rink, and numerous activities. Visitors can discover French artisanal products, regional specialties, and local delicacies.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Tuileries Garden Christmas Market
Notre-Dame Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Santa Claus visits the market daily for photos.
- Description
- The Notre-Dame Christmas Market offers a festive atmosphere with artisans and creators showcasing jewelry, ceramics, textiles, and regional gourmet specialties such as sausages, foie gras, macarons, and cheeses.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Notre-Dame Christmas Market
Montmartre Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Free workshops for children and presence of Santa Claus.
- Description
- The Montmartre Christmas Market features 15 creators offering decorative items made of wood, metal, ceramics, textiles, and bio cosmetics. Local producers will also be present, offering cheeses, foie gras, pretzels, tapenade, honey, biscuits, and hot chestnuts. Free workshops for children and animations with Santa Claus will be available.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Montmartre Christmas Market
Saint-Germain-des-Prés Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Animations for children and presence of Santa Claus.
- Description
- The Saint-Germain-des-Prés Christmas Market offers a festive experience with decorated chalets and gourmet and artisanal products. Visitors can discover artisanal creations, gourmet restaurants, and even take photos with Santa Claus.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Saint-Germain-des-Prés Christmas Market
La Défense Christmas Village
- What to Expect
- 200 decorated stalls and festive animations.
- Description
- The La Défense Christmas Market is a must-attend event taking place from Thursday, November 14 to Sunday, December 29, 2024. This market offers a variety of decorated stalls, delicious food, and traditional craftsmanship. Visitors can stroll through the 200 stalls, admire the Christmas decorations, and enjoy the enchanting scents of cinnamon and hot chocolate.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : La Défense Christmas Village
Abbesses Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Wooden stalls selling regional Christmas products.
- Description
- The Marché de Noël des Abbesses is a Christmas market located at Place des Abbesses, near the Sacré-Cœur. It features fifteen small wooden stalls selling regional Christmas products, jewelry, accessories, and all local and Made in France items.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Abbesses Christmas Market
Swedish Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Unique Swedish culinary specialties and artisanal items.
- Description
- The Swedish Christmas Market at the Swedish Church in Paris offers Swedish gourmet specialties, gift ideas, and artisanal items for a festive experience.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Swedish Christmas Market
Winter Christmas Market at Le Hasard Ludique
- What to Expect
- Winter Holiday Market with creative activities.
- Description
- The Winter Holiday Market at Hasard Ludique offers a festive experience with Christmas stalls, creative activities, and a convivial atmosphere.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Winter Christmas Market at Le Hasard Ludique
Vanves Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Le Grand Concert de Noel: 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 Orchestre Consuelo, directed by Victor Julien-Laferrière, is accompanied by the Chœur de l'Université PSL, directed by Johan Farjot. The program includes works by Bach, Brahms, Delibes, Tchaïkovski, and many others.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Le Grand Concert de Noel: Radio Classique Christmas Concert
Christmas Concert - Sainte-Chapelle
- What to Expect
- Christmas concerts featuring performances of sacred music and opera arias.
- Description
- The Christmas Concerts at Sainte-Chapelle offer an exceptional musical experience with sacred music masterpieces and opera arias, performed by prestigious orchestras and choirs.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Concert - Sainte-Chapelle
Christmas Concert - Sainte-Eustache Church
- What to Expect
- Diverse repertoire including classic and traditional Christmas works.
- Description
- The Christmas Concert at Saint-Eustache Church offers an exceptional performance of Christmas masterpieces with a symphonic and choral repertoire, including works by Bach, Bizet, Haendel, and other renowned composers.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Concert - Sainte-Eustache Church
Christmas Concert - Saint-Sulpice Church
- What to Expect
- A Christmas concert with a diverse repertoire and professional interpretations.
- Description
- The Christmas Concert at Église Saint-Sulpice features traditional Christmas songs for choir and orchestra in an inspiring atmosphere. The program includes pieces like "We Wish you a Merry Christmas", "Mon beau Sapin, roi des Forêts", and "Il est né le divin enfant".
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Concert - Saint-Sulpice Church
Christmas Concert - La Madeleine Church
- What to Expect
- Christmas concert featuring classical and gospel pieces in a historic church.
- Description
- The Hélios Orchestra presents a Christmas concert at the Madeleine Church, offering a variety of classical and gospel pieces in a historic and iconic setting.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Concert - La Madeleine Church
Ukranian National Opera Ballet: The Snow Queen
- What to Expect
- A new performance by the Ukrainian National Opera Ballet with exceptional dancers.
- Description
- The Ukrainian National Opera Ballet presents "The Snow Queen," a fairy tale inspired by Andersen, featuring exceptional dancers and elegant costumes.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Ukranian National Opera Ballet: The Snow Queen
New Year's Eve Fireworks on the Champs-Elysées
- What to Expect
- A unique pyrotechnic display preceded by interactive artistic performances.
- Description
- The New Year's Fireworks on the Champs-Élysées is a grand event that combines musical animations, artistic performances, and a spectacular fireworks display to celebrate the start of the new year.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : New Year's Eve Fireworks on the Champs-Elysées
Vanves Other Holiday Activities
Christmas Dinner Cruise on the Seine River
- What to Expect
- Gourmet cruise with views of Paris' historic monuments.
- Description
- Enjoy a Christmas cruise on the Seine with a panoramic view of Paris' historic monuments. Discover French-inspired cuisine in a unique and cozy setting.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Dinner Cruise on the Seine River
New Year's Eve Dinner Cruise on the Seine River
- What to Expect
- Gastronomic dinner cruise with a chef's menu and panoramic views of Paris.
- Description
- Enjoy a gastronomic cruise on the Seine, with an exceptional menu and breathtaking views of the illuminated Parisian monuments.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : New Year's Eve Dinner Cruise on the Seine River