Noël à paris - activities

A giant Japanese Christmas Market at the gates of Paris: Shizen 2023 awaits you at Cité Fertile

On December 9 and 10, 2023, La Cité Fertile in Pantin will be hosting an exotic Christmas Market: a giant Japanese Christmas Market that will immerse you in Japanese culture for a weekend.

Christmas 2023 in Paris: an ice rink a stone's throw from the Bois de Vincennes

On your skates! For Christmas 2023, Vincennes will be delighting young and old alike with an open-air ice rink on the Hôtel de Ville esplanade. See you there from December 8, 2023 to January 7, 2024!

Christmas 2023 at the Forum des Halles with singer Valentina and Secours Populaire

Westfield Forum des Halles celebrates Christmas 2023 with magic and solidarity! Between magical decorations and committed events, the center in Paris' 1st arrondissement is joining forces with Secours Populaire for a Toy Drive and a solidarity tea party, and on December 16, 2023, singer Valentina will give a free concert at the foot of the big Christmas tree. These magical events will transform shopping into a joyful and meaningful experience for the festive season!

Les Illuminations de Noël des Champs-Élysées 2023-2024

The illuminations on the Champs-Élysées await you from November 19, 2023 to January 7, 2024! This year's inauguration took place on the evening of November 19, in the presence of godfather Gilles Lellouche.

The last 11 Galeries Lafayette Christmas trees from 2023 to 2013

Discovering the huge Christmas tree at Galeries Lafayette has become a real tradition in Paris. Every year since 1976, it has adorned the center of the dome of the famous Parisian department store. Like every year, everyone has their say on whether it was better or worse than last year. So we thought a little falsh back of the photos from the last 11 years would give you a better opportunity to compare.

Letter to Santa Claus: find out when the secretariat opens and prepare your letter

No letter, no present: the rule is simple. So don't waste any more time, grab a sheet of paper and a pen, and write your letter to Santa! His secretariat is open from November 14 to December 20, 2023.

La Samaritaine's Christmas 2023 window displays and decorations: delicacies and fairytale fun à la Willy Wonka!

From November 8, 2023 (from 6pm) to January 9, 2024, La Samaritaine will be in the holiday spirit. For its new Christmas story, the department store is transformed into a Palais des délices, where gourmet delights and the French art of living reign supreme. Right from the window displays, the feast promises to be gargantuan, an exquisite blend of fashion and decoration, presented amid giant fir trees, shimmering decorations and grandiose chandeliers. The enchantment extends to the heart of the showcase, where the Atrium invites you into the magical world of Charlie et la Chocolaterie, and the aisles unveil the quirky, gourmet works of artists Gab Bois and Thomas Liu Le Lann.

Christmas 2023 with Candlelight: 3 classical candlelight concerts, special Christmas music edition

Candlelight and its famous classical concerts by candlelight have three magical and moving moments in store for you on December 9, 15 and 21, 2023, especially for Christmas. Charming evenings to enjoy with your loved ones in the dreamlike settings of the Maison de l'Océan, the Théâtre du Musée Grévin and the Institut National des Jeunes Aveugles, in Paris.

Aurélien Cohen 2023's Abellana Yule Log, a real favorite

We tested Aurélien Cohen's signature Bûche de Noël Abellana this Christmas and New Year's Eve 2023, and one thing's for sure: it's one of our favorites of the year. We tell you all about it.

Jours de Fêtes 2022, the winter funfair returns to La Villette

The funfair returns to the Place de la fontaine-aux-Lions in La Villette, from November 26, 2022 to January 1, 2023. On the program? Around sixty attractions for young and old!

Astier de Villatte, the atypical little Parisian store and wonderful Christmas decorations

Astier de Villatte makes your Holidays sparkle with atypical and customized Christmas tree bulbs. From mid-October to late December, this little store located in rue Saint-Honoré, specialized in craft ceramics, opens the doors of its wonderful den set on the first floor and packed with fabulous Christmas decorations.

Il était une fois, the unusual Parisian store selling Christmas decorations all year round!

Il était une fois ..., the half-fantasy, half-Christmas Parisian boutique welcomes you all year round in the heart of the Marais district. Inside, elven figurines meet Santa Clauses of all kinds in a generous profusion of festive decorations and wonders.

Pictures of Paris Christmas lights in 1925

Some say Paris was better before. But what about the traditional Christmas lights? To get an idea, here are fantastic Autochromes Lumière of 1925 Paris Christmas lights by French photographer Léon Gimpel.

Origins of a French pastry: the yule log

Based on chestnut, chocolate, fruits; iced, rolled, small or big: the yule log is the quintessential of the Holidays dessert! But where does it come from?

Energy sobriety in Paris: fewer Christmas lights on the Champs-Elysées this winter

Faced with the energy crisis, a lot of people are trying to find solutions and adapt. On Tuesday September 20, 2022, the Comité des Champs-Elysées in Paris unveiled their energy sobriety plan. This winter, there will be fewer famous Christmas lights making the world’s most beautiful avenue sparkle than usual.

Orlinski's sculptures displayed on Avenue George V and the Champs-Elysées

Looking for a free and open-air exhibition? Run and enjoy the Richard Orlinski exhibition taking place on Avenue George V. Over a dozen giant sculptures are displayed, covering 2 kilometers, along the beautiful Parisian avenue, between giant gorillas, bears and lions. A wonderful walk to enjoy until February 8, 2022.

Christmas lights Place de la Concorde, the Obelisk, snow and Christmas trees

The Place de la Concorde and the Obelisk are getting festive from December 4, 2020 to January 3, 2021 to celebrate the Holidays. As a matter of fact, the famous and iconic monument in Paris is adorned in blue for the Holidays and gets surrounded by a forest of fir trees.

The Harry Potter store in Paris, Wizarding World, returns

Fans of Harry Potter and other wizards are once again gathering at the JouéClub Village in Paris, on the Boulevard des Italiens in the 2nd arrondissement, to discover Wizarding World, a new space dedicated to the saga and the Fantastic Beasts. It's the perfect opportunity to stock up on wands, broomsticks, dresses and other magical goodies!

Les Enchanteurs de Noël 2019, a magical show at the heart of the Château de Vincennes

The Enchanters of Christmas return from Saturday December 7 to Saturday December 21, 2019 with their fantastic shows and entertainment. In the heart of the historic Château de Vincennes, take the whole family on a journey back in time to the era of troubadours, knights, magicians and jugglers... Answer the question at the bottom of the article for your chance to win an invitation to the show.

Polpo Nord: the winter terrace with skating rink on the banks of the Seine

Polpo Nord is the name of Polpo's winter terrace, taking us to the North Pole this year. From November 22, 2019 to February 27, 2020, from Friday to Sunday, enjoy this ephemeral spot offering ice skating, hot cider, beers and gourmet poutines on the Quai de Seine!