Last updated: 11 November 2024
Get ready to discover the end-of-year festivities in Vincennes! Our guide accompanies you through the numerous activities and celebrations that bring our historic city to life during the holiday season.
From the medieval castle to the heart of downtown, Vincennes adorns itself with its finest winter decorations. The traditional Christmas market on the City Hall esplanade, the illuminations along Rue du Midi, and the decorated shops on Avenue du Château create a festive atmosphere. Visitors can also enjoy activities in the Bois de Vincennes and shows at the Georges Pompidou Cultural Center.
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Vincennes Holiday Markets and Shopping
La Defense 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 November 14 to December 29, 2024. This market features 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 enticing scents of cinnamon and hot chocolate.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : La Defense Christmas Village
Tuileries Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Outdoor ice rink and rides for all ages.
- Description
- The Tuileries Christmas Market offers a festive experience with nearly 80 wooden chalets, an outdoor ice rink, and numerous animations, featuring gift ideas, gourmet treats, and rides for all ages.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Tuileries Christmas Market
Hotel de Ville Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Christmas village decorated in Olympic and Paralympic colors.
- Description
- The Christmas Market at the Hôtel de Ville offers an animated village with stalls, treats, and free rides, decorated in the colors of the Olympic and Paralympic Games.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Hotel de Ville Christmas Market
Notre Dame Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- A Christmas market with local artisans offering unique handmade items.
- Description
- The Notre-Dame Christmas Market offers a festive atmosphere with Santa Claus, animations, drawing contests, and children's stories. You can enjoy regional specialties and hot wine. Artisans showcase handmade creations, jewelry, ceramics, textiles, leather, and gourmet products.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Notre Dame Christmas Market
Montmartre Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Fifteen local creators offer decorative items and gourmet specialties.
- Description
- The Montmartre Christmas Market features local creators offering decorative items made of wood, metal, ceramics, and textiles. You can also find cheeses, foie gras, pretzels, tapenade, honey, and biscuits, as well as free workshops for children and a photo opportunity with Santa Claus.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Montmartre Christmas Market
Saint-Germain-des-Prés Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- A wide variety of artisanal and gourmet products to discover.
- Description
- The Saint-Germain-des-Prés Christmas Market offers a variety of artisanal and gourmet products, including pretzels, nougats, and culinary specialties. Visitors can also enjoy children's animations and meet Santa Claus.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Saint-Germain-des-Prés Christmas Market
Alsatian Christmas Market at Gare de l'Est
- What to Expect
- Discovery of Alsatian specialties in a traditional market.
- Description
- The Alsace Christmas Market at Gare de l'Est offers a wide selection of local Alsatian products, including culinary specialties such as pretzels, gingerbread, chocolates, and wines. Visitors can taste these products while discovering the unique atmosphere of the market.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Alsatian Christmas Market at Gare de l'Est
Vincennes Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Le Grand Concert de Noel: Radio Classique Christmas Concert
- What to Expect
- A unique musical event with renowned performers.
- Description
- The Grand Concert de Noël de Radio Classique offers a festive and musical celebration, featuring classical masterpieces and traditional Christmas carols.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Le Grand Concert de Noel: Radio Classique Christmas Concert
Christmas Concert - Sainte-Chapelle
- What to Expect
- Classical music concert in a historic Gothic church.
- Description
- The Christmas Concert at La Sainte Chapelle features a classical music performance in the Gothic church of Paris, with interpretations of Vivaldi and Strauss. Visitors can admire the chapel's stunning stained glass windows while enjoying a rich and varied musical program.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Concert - Sainte-Chapelle
Christmas Concert - Sainte-Eustache Church
- What to Expect
- Diverse symphonic and choral repertoire.
- Description
- The Christmas Concert at Eglise Saint-Eustache features an exceptional performance of Christmas classics with the Orchestre Hélios Jeunesse. The program includes pieces like "We Wish You a Merry Christmas", "It is Born the Divine Child", and "Midnight Christians".
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Concert - Sainte-Eustache Church
Christmas Concert - Saint-Sulpice Church
- What to Expect
- A diverse repertoire of traditional Christmas songs performed by the Orchestre Hélios.
- Description
- The Christmas Concert at Saint-Sulpice Church features a rich program of traditional Christmas songs for choir and orchestra, including pieces like "We Wish you a Merry Christmas" and "Minuit Chrétien".
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Concert - Saint-Sulpice Church
Christmas Concert - La Madeleine Church
- What to Expect
- Christmas concert with classical and gospel music.
- Description
- The Hélios Orchestra presents a Christmas concert at the Madeleine Church, featuring a diverse program including works by Mozart and Fauré.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas Concert - La Madeleine Church
Ukranian National Opera Ballet: The Snow Queen
- What to Expect
- An epic and philosophical journey with snowy settings and festive costumes.
- Description
- The Snow Queen is a two-act ballet inspired by Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tale. This choreographic version by Aniko Rekhviashvili tells the story of young Gerda who embarks on an epic journey to find her friend Kai, transformed into ice by a malevolent shard of glass. The ballet promises an evening filled with suspense and snowy settings.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Ukranian National Opera Ballet: The Snow Queen
Concert at the Eiffel Tower
- What to Expect
- Classical concerts in a unique location above Paris.
- Description
- The exceptional concerts at the Eiffel Tower offer a unique classical music experience, featuring Vivaldi and Strauss pieces, in a historic and elegant setting.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Concert at the Eiffel Tower
New Year's Eve Celebration & Fireworks on Champs Elysées
- What to Expect
- Participation in the largest "Ola" ever and live aerial performances.
- Description
- The New Year's Celebration on the Champs Elysées is a major event that gathers thousands of people to celebrate the start of the new year. The musical and artistic animations, as well as the aerial performances and giant karaoke, create a convivial and interactive environment. The show is preceded by a video mapping on the Arc de Triomphe and ends with a traditional fireworks display.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : New Year's Eve Celebration & Fireworks on Champs Elysées
Christmas-Time Dinner & Show at Moulin Rouge Cabaret
- What to Expect
- A gourmet dinner accompanied by an exceptional dance performance.
- Description
- The Moulin Rouge offers an unforgettable Christmas evening with a gourmet dinner designed by our Chef, accompanied by the Moulin Rouge orchestra. The final notes of the orchestra fade out, the lights dim, and you are immersed in a warm atmosphere filled with hundreds of red lamps. The "Féerie" review will dazzle you with its flamboyant feather costumes, sequins, and paillettes, its sumptuous decorations, and its stunning French Cancan.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Christmas-Time Dinner & Show at Moulin Rouge Cabaret
Vincennes Other Holiday Activities
Seine River Christmas Lights Tour
- What to Expect
- Gourmet cruise with views of Paris' historic landmarks.
- Description
- Enjoy a Christmas cruise on the Seine with a refined menu and dishes inspired by French cuisine. Discover Paris' historic landmarks while savoring an unforgettable experience.
- Where
- Paris | More Info : Seine River Christmas Lights Tour