Last updated: 11 November 2024
Discover the end-of-year festivities in Vauréal with our comprehensive guide to winter celebrations. Our guide accompanies both residents and visitors through the numerous activities that bring our city to life.
The Place du Cœur de Ville lights up for the holidays, hosting the traditional Christmas market with its wooden chalets and local artisans. The main streets, particularly Avenue de la Paix, are adorned with sparkling decorations, while the Forum offers shows and entertainment for all ages. Just minutes away, Cergy-Pontoise's city center enriches the experience with its festive shops and outdoor ice rink.
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Vaureal Holiday Light Displays
Christmas Lights Bus Tour
- What to Expect
- Unique light display with laser effects.
- Description
- This holiday light display offers an immersive experience with colorful light installations and scenic displays, creating a unique environment to discover stories and dinosaurs.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Lights Bus Tour
Vaureal Holiday Markets and Shopping
La Défense Christmas Village
- What to Expect
- Unique festival combining festive lights, gourmet delights, and traditional craftsmanship.
- Description
- The Paris La Défense Christmas Market is a must-attend event that returns each year with nearly 200 decorated stalls, offering a wide range of artisanal products, Christmas decorations, and regional and international gourmet specialties.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : La Défense Christmas Village
The Magic of Christmas
- What to Expect
- A traditional Christmas market with rides and an ice rink.
- Description
- The Tuileries Christmas Market offers a festive experience with nearly 80 wooden chalets, animations, rides, and an ice rink. Visitors can discover French artisanal products and enjoy gourmet specialties.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : The Magic of Christmas
Hotel de Ville Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Christmas market with Olympic and Paralympic colors
- Description
- The Christmas Market at the Hôtel de Ville offers an animated village with stalls, treats, and free rides. The trees are chosen to respect the environment.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Hotel de Ville Christmas Market
Montmartre Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- An exhibition of local creators with local products and children's workshops.
- Description
- The Montmartre Christmas Market features local creators with wooden, metal, ceramic, and textile decorations. Local producers offer cheeses, foie gras, pretzels, tapenade, honey, and biscuits. Free workshops for children and a photo opportunity with Santa Claus are also available.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Montmartre Christmas Market
Saint-Germain-des-Prés Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Children's activities and varied artisanal products.
- Description
- The Saint-Germain-des-Prés Christmas Market offers a variety of artisanal and gourmet products, including pretzels, nougats, and decorated chalets. Children's activities and the presence of Santa Claus enhance the festive atmosphere.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Saint-Germain-des-Prés Christmas Market
Notre Dame Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- A Christmas market featuring French artisans and creators.
- Description
- The Notre Dame Christmas Market offers a unique experience with artisans and creators showcasing their handmade products, including jewelry, decorative items, ceramics, and regional gourmet specialties.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Notre Dame Christmas Market
Vaureal Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Radio Classique Christmas Concert
- What to Expect
- A unique musical event combining classical masterpieces and traditional Christmas carols.
- Description
- The Grand Concert de Noël is a musical event that brings together classical masterpieces and traditional Christmas carols to celebrate the magic of the end-of-year festivities.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Radio Classique Christmas Concert
Vivaldi's Gloria, Handel Messiah, Bach Christmas Oratorio
- What to Expect
- A Christmas celebration with sacred works and surprises.
- Description
- Jean-Christophe Spinosi invites the audience to celebrate the Christmas season with some of the finest pages from the sacred repertoire and expertly chosen surprises to delight the audience. The program includes Vivaldi's Gloria, Vivaldi's Dixit Dominus, excerpts from Bach's Weihnachtsoratorium, Corelli's Concerto Grosso op. 6 No. 8, and excerpts from Handel's Messiah.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Vivaldi's Gloria, Handel Messiah, Bach Christmas Oratorio
Christmas Concert at Sainte-Chapelle
- What to Expect
- Classical music concert in a historic Gothic church
- Description
- Enjoy a classical music concert at the magnificent Sainte Chapelle in Paris. Admire the breathtaking stained glass windows while enjoying a superb music performance. Paris is even more beautiful during the end-of-year festivities, when the city shines with decorations.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Concert at Sainte-Chapelle
Concert at the Eiffel Tower
- What to Expect
- Classical concerts on the Eiffel Tower with renowned musicians.
- Description
- The Eiffel Tower Christmas Concerts offer an exceptional musical experience with classical pieces by Vivaldi and Strauss, performed by talented musicians.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Concert at the Eiffel Tower
Vaureal Other Holiday Activities
Christmas Lunch or Dinner Cruise
- What to Expect
- Panoramic view of Paris' landmarks during a Christmas dinner.
- Description
- Celebrate Christmas on a cruise along the Seine with a panoramic view of Paris' landmarks. Enjoy a festive and refined menu, crafted with carefully selected seasonal ingredients.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Lunch or Dinner Cruise