Last updated: November 22, 2024
Discover the end-of-year festivities in Villeneuve-d'Ascq with our comprehensive winter celebrations guide. We accompany you in discovering the local animations and traditions that bring our city to life during this festive period.
From the illuminated Grand Place to the Héron Park, the city adorns itself with its finest winter decorations. The traditional Christmas market in the city center offers local crafts and regional gastronomy stands, while the Château district hosts activities for children. Nearby, the V2 shopping center provides a festive atmosphere with its seasonal decorations and shops.
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Villeneuve-d'Ascq Holiday Markets and Shopping
Lille Christmas Village
- What to Expect
- 90 exhibitors from various regions of France.
- Description
- The Lille Christmas Village is an annual event taking place on Place Rihour from November 20 to December 29, 2024. It features 90 exhibitors, including merchants, artisans, and creators from various regions of France, offering handmade products, regional specialties, and Christmas decorations.
- Where
- Lille | More Info : Lille Christmas Village
Christmas Market at Flers Castle
- What to Expect
- Christmas market with local creators and artisans.
- Description
- The Christmas market at Château de Flers brings together each year over twenty exhibitors for a festive experience with local creators and artisans, charitable associations, and festive food products. The event features children's workshops, concerts, and magical animations.
- Where
- Villeneuve-d'Ascq | More Info : Christmas Market at Flers Castle
Boeschepe Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Meeting passionate artisans in various fields.
- Description
- The Marché de Noël des Créateurs des Flandres 2024 offers a diverse selection of local craftsmanship, featuring passionate creators in various fields such as knitting, decorations, candles, illustration, jewelry, wood engraving, woodworking, macramé, and textile, porcelain, and herbal accessories. This is a great opportunity to purchase authentic items while supporting local economy and regional talents.
- Where
- Boeschepe | More Info : Boeschepe Christmas Market
Fontaine-Notre-Dame Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- A traditional Christmas market with local products and decorations.
- Description
- The Christmas Market in Fontaine-Notre-Dame is a festive event that brings together residents and visitors for a day of discovery and enjoyment. The stalls offer local products and Christmas decorations.
- Where
- Fontaine-Notre-Dame | More Info : Fontaine-Notre-Dame Christmas Market
Mouvaux Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Traditional Christmas market with artisanal creations and activities.
- Description
- The Mouvaux Christmas Market is a traditional event held in Cœur de Ville from 29 November at 18:30 to 1 December at 18:00. It features a variety of festive products, artisanal creations, and activities for all ages.
- Where
- Mouvaux | More Info : Mouvaux Christmas Market
Wambrechies Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Over 30 creator artisans offer unique creations.
- Description
- The Wambrechies Christmas Market takes place from Friday, December 6 to Sunday, December 8, 2024, at the Château de Robersart. Over 30 creator artisans offer textiles, jewelry, gourmet items, and plastic art works. The market features a café, a small restaurant, and animations, including the arrival of Saint Nicholas and Father Christmas.
- Where
- Wambrechies | More Info : Wambrechies Christmas Market
Loos Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Unique gathering of local creators and artisans.
- Description
- The Loos Christmas Market takes place on Saturday, November 30, and Sunday, December 1, at La Fileuse. The market features over 50 vendors, gift ideas, workshops, and activities.
- Where
- Loos | More Info : Loos Christmas Market
Avesnes-sur-Helpe Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- A Christmas market with stalls filled with unique gift ideas and artisanal products.
- Description
- The Lyon Christmas Market is an annual event held on Place Carnot, offering a festive atmosphere with over a hundred stalls filled with unique gift ideas and artisanal products. You can find Christmas decorations, local specialties, regional culinary specialties, and unique creations.
- Where
- Avesnes-sur-Helpe | More Info : Avesnes-sur-Helpe Christmas Market
Villeneuve-d'Ascq Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Luminous and Musical Processions
- What to Expect
- Nighttime walks animated by music and colorful lights.
- Description
- The luminescent and musical strolls are nighttime walks animated by music and colorful lights, creating a festive and dynamic atmosphere.
- Where
- Lille | More Info : Luminous and Musical Processions
Games and Animations
- What to Expect
- A day of electric vehicle test drives with prestigious brands.
- Description
- The games and animations offered at the Lille Electric Vehicle Show provide an interactive and entertaining experience for all ages. Engaging games and professional children's animations create a dynamic and engaging environment.
- Where
- Lille | More Info : Games and Animations
Christmas Rides
- What to Expect
- A fair with unique attractions and animations for all ages.
- Description
- The Foire aux Manèges de Lille is a traditional fair that takes place on the Esplanade du Champ de Mars, offering over 180 attractions, animations, and promotional days.
- Where
- Lille | More Info : Christmas Rides