Christmas and holidays - activities

(The aftermath) Christmas 2024: 12 websites to resell your Christmas gifts, no matter what ...

Every year, Christmas presents are double or nothing. Sometimes a dream, sometimes the wrong thing, the presents aren't always pleasant surprises. So, to lighten the scowl on your face, we're secretly revealing the 12 best sites for reselling "poisoned" Christmas presents. To be consulted incognito ...

Christmas 2024: where to put your Christmas tree after the holidays in Paris?

Once the festive season is over, the City of Paris invites you to drop off your Christmas tree at one of the capital's many collection points, until January 20, 2025!

Christmas 2024: discover your day out in the Sortiraparis advent calendar!

To tide you over until Christmas, Sortiraparis invites you to discover a new outing, big or small, every day. From December 1 to 24, follow us to the restaurants, museums, theaters, fun experiences and monuments of Paris and the Île-de-France region! Your daily slot is open!

Christmas vacations at Parc Astérix 2024-2025: Obelix's slide, ice rink, market and lights

Parc Astérix is once again celebrating the magic of Christmas during the 2024 Christmas vacations. From December 21, 2024 to January 5, 2025, you're invited to discover the festive activities of Gaulish Christmas at the theme park. Skating rinks, toboggans, a trail of lights, a hidden tavern and enchanting shows await you, with a new feature this year: Obelix's Slide on the Gaulish side.

The exceptional Christmas and winter Tea Time at George V 2024

Dreaming of an exceptional Christmas tea time? Then come and discover the Four Seasons George V Paris. For the festive season of 2024, a sublime offer is on offer until January 6, 2025. From Michael Bartocetti's sweets and pastries to Guillaume Cabrol's brioche, there's something for everyone.

Christmas and New Year's Eve 2024-2025 at Parc Astérix

How about celebrating Christmas or New Year's Eve 2024-2025 in hotels or at Parc Astérix? Whether you're with the family, as a couple or with friends, here are some great ideas for a fun-filled evening and day out.

D-0 before Christmas! Do you know where Santa Claus comes from?

Every December 25, Santa Claus delights children by bringing them presents by the thousands. But where does he come from and why is he red? We reveal the secrets of Santa's true story.

Christmas history and traditions: when should you make your Christmas tree?

The Christmas windows are lighting up, the first presents are being bought... Perhaps it's time to put up and decorate your Christmas tree. But what does tradition have to say? We'll explain.

Why decorate a Christmas tree? History and tradition of this seasonal tree

Why decorate a tree at Christmas? Where does this tradition come from? We'll try to answer that question here!

Christmas in Paris: discover the history of the legendary Galeries Lafayette Haussmann Christmas tree

Every year, Galeries Lafayette delights the holiday season with its iconic Christmas tree. A tradition that goes back a long way! We take a look back at the history of this essential part of Parisian Christmas!

History of French pastry: everything you need to know about the Yule log

Chestnut, chocolate, fruit, iced or rolled, large or small: the Yule log is the ultimate holiday dessert! But where does it come from, and what's its history?

Christmas 2024 with Candlelight: three 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 from December 20 to 23, 2024, especially for Christmas. Charming evenings to enjoy with your loved ones in the prestigious settings of the Maison de l'Océan, the Salle Wagram and even the Eiffel Tower!

Fête des Lumières 2024: a light parade in Moret-sur-Loing (77) - CANCELLED FOR WEATHER CONDITIONS

The commune of Moret-sur-Loing, in Seine-et-Marne, invites us to take part in a magical journey, with a Festival of Lights open free to all, on Friday, December 7, 2024. Cancelled due to bad weather conditions.

End-of-year festivities: where does the tradition of giving children presents at Christmas come from?

Why do we give presents at Christmas? When was Santa Claus born? We tell you all about the origins of this tradition, which has become popular the world over.

The Lenôtre Christmas wreath log by Etiennne Leroy and the creations of fête 2024

For the festive season of 2024, Maison Lenôtre unveils a creation called "Gemmes" with the allure of a Christmas wreath. The creation, by World Pastry Champion Etienne Leroy, is a sublime Bûche de Noël Luge filled with gifts. Discover the gourmet treats and festive creations in store from the famous house this year.

Christmas 2024-2025 in Paris: an ice rink a stone's throw from the Bois de Vincennes

On your skates! For Christmas 2024, Vincennes is delighting young and old alike with an open-air ice skating rink on the Hôtel de Ville esplanade. See you there from December 6, 2024 to January 5, 2025!

Printemps Haussmann's 2024 Christmas window displays in Paris - our photos

For the festive season, Printemps Haussmann invites you on a magical adventure aboard the Printemps Express, bound for Christmas! From November 7 to December 31, 2024, let yourself be transported on a magical journey through the window carriages, brought to life by passengers in recycled fabrics.

Fleurs d'Hiver, the refined Mont-Blanc-inspired 2024 Yule log by Léandre Vivier at Burgundy

For this Christmas 2024 in Paris, Burgundy pastry chef Léandre Vivier unveils a beautiful Christmas log with the allure of a floral bouquet. Inspired by the Mont-Blanc, this creation breaks the mould and makes a lasting impression at your festive banquets.

Contes et Histoires 2024: visit Wonderland at the Château de Champs-sur-Marne

During the Christmas vacations, the Château de Champs-sur-Marne hosts the Contes et Histoires 2024 event: on December 30, January 2, 3 and 4, 2025, discover this French heritage treasure through unusual family activities.

Contes et Histoires 2024: a magical Christmas at Château de Maisons, Maisons-Laffitte

The Château de Maisons in Maisons-Laffitte is offering workshops and entertaining shows in this new edition of Contes et Histoires, to be experienced from December 21, 2024 to January 5, 2025. A program that should delight families during the Christmas vacations!