Last updated: December 01, 2024
Discover the end-of-year festivities in Wattrelos with our complete celebration guide. Whether you're a resident or visitor, we've gathered all the essential information to help you fully experience the holiday spirit.
The Grand-Place of Wattrelos transforms into the true heart of festivities, with its traditional Christmas market and festive illuminations. The surrounding shopping streets, particularly Rue Carnot, host numerous activities, while the City Center offers shows and exhibitions. Just minutes away, the neighboring towns of Roubaix and Tourcoing complement the festive offerings with their own celebrations.
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Parade of colorful lanterns in the neighborhoods of Wattrelos.
The Allumoirs Festival is a traditional northern event where residents gather to parade with colorful lanterns and light up the evening. The meeting points are located in various neighborhoods of Wattrelos.
Where: Wattrelos | More Info: Japanese Market at Peko Peko
Santa Claus visit and candy distribution every day.
The Wattrelos Christmas Market takes place at the Salle Salengro from December 9 to 24. The event features a children's carousel, concerts, an ornament-making workshop, an ice rink, and magic shows.
Where: Wattrelos | More Info: Wattrelos Christmas Market
Presence of engravers and book restorers.
The 25th Lille Ancient Book Fair brings together fifteen professional bookstores and two book and document restorers for a discovery of the various aspects of books, from the 16th to the 21st century.
Where: Lille | More Info: 25th Antique Book Fair of Lille
Unique feature: children's activities and choir concerts.
The Villeneuve d'Ascq Christmas Market is an annual event that gathers over twenty exhibitors in the courtyard and halls of the Château de Flers. Over four weekends, visitors can discover local creators and artisans, charitable associations, and festive food products. The market is punctuated by activities such as children's workshops, magic, and concerts by the Villeneuve d'Ascq choirs.
Where: Villeneuve d'Ascq | More Info: Villeneuve d'Ascq Christmas Market
Presence of Santa Claus and Disney characters.
The Cambrai Christmas Market offers a festive atmosphere with wooden stalls, visits from Santa Claus, and Disney characters. Visitors can find gifts and seasonal items.
Where: Cambrai | More Info: Cambrai Christmas Market
Fireworks and light parade.
The Hautmont Christmas Market is a festive event taking place from December 12 to 15, 2024, from 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM. It features a variety of activities and Christmas market stalls where you can discover local products and holiday gifts.
Where: Hautmont | More Info: Hautmont Christmas Market
Animations and market stalls extended until January 4.
The Saint-Amand-les-Eaux Christmas Market offers a festive atmosphere with animations and market stalls from December 13 to 15, extended until January 4.
Where: Saint-Amand-les-Eaux | More Info: Saint-Amand-les-Eaux Christmas Market
An ice rink and a Ferris wheel are available on the Grand'Place.
The Arras Christmas Market is an annual event that transforms the city into a true Christmas village. Visitors can explore numerous stalls, rides, and attractions on the Grand'Place, place des Héros, place d'Ipswich, and place du Théâtre. Musical performances, shows, and activities for all ages are planned throughout the period.
Where: Arras | More Info: Arras Christmas City
Descent of Santa Claus from the Beffroi
The Cité de Noël de Béthune is an annual event held on the Grand'Place of Béthune, offering five weeks of festive decorations, wooden stalls, and rides. Local and regional artisans offer seasonal food and gift ideas for the end-of-year celebrations. The descent of Santa Claus from the Beffroi is a magical spectacle for children and parents.
Where: Béthune | More Info: Béthune Christmas City
Exhibition dedicated to Léon Bocquet's unpublished novel.
The exhibition "le village envahi, carnet d'une évacuée" showcases the unpublished novel by writer Léon Bocquet, offering a captivating and emotional journey.
Where: Wattrelos | More Info: Exhibition "The Invaded Village, Diary of an Evacuee"
Meet photographer Jean-Michel André for a visual exploration of lost memories.
Meet photographer Jean-Michel André : he will present his project "Chambre 207," an exploration of lost memories following childhood trauma, combining photographs, investigative elements, press archives, and family objects to question memory, grief, and repair.
Where: Wattrelos | More Info: Meeting with Photographer Jean-Michel André
An opera concert with a majestic men's choir.
The Orchestre des Musiciens du Nord invites you to a grandiose lyrical journey through the most famous opera choruses, from Verdi to Wagner. The power of the voices and the richness of the orchestra blend together to celebrate the immortal masterpieces of the operatic repertoire.
Where: Wattrelos | More Info: Vivat Opera Orchestra of the North
Concert of the Orchestre des Musiciens du Nord with a diverse program.
The Orchestre des Musiciens du Nord will perform a concert on Sunday, December 1, 2024 at 4 PM at the Salle Roger Salengro, Emile Basly Street in Wattrelos. This concert will offer an unforgettable musical experience with a diverse program and talented interpretations.
Where: Wattrelos | More Info: Concert of the Orchestra of the Musicians of the North in Wattrelos
Team tournament and potluck dinner for members and their families.
The CEW Club d'Escrime de Wattrelos Christmas Party is a festive event where members and their families can participate in a team tournament, fencing demonstrations, and a potluck dinner.
Where: Wattrelos | More Info: Christmas Party of the CEW Fencing Club of Wattrelos