Christmas vacations guide - activities

Christmas 2023: every day, a new release unveiled in your Sortiraparis advent calendar

To tide you over until Christmas, Sortiraparis invites you to discover a new outing 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!

Christmas 2023 in Aubervilliers: sound and light show, toboggan run and Santa Claus in Aubervilliers

From December 20, 2023, the town of Aubervilliers will be transformed and transported into the magic of Christmas. A merry-go-round, market and children's entertainment await you and your family this vacation season!

Féerie d'Hiver: a magical free event for children at Parc de la Poudrerie (93)

During the 2023 Christmas vacations, immerse yourself in a magical event at the Parc de la Poudrerie in Sevran-Livry, Seine-Saint-Denis. What's on the program? Come and take part in free creative or culinary workshops for all ages.

Antony sur glace: the ephemeral ice rink returns for Christmas in Antony (92)

To mark the festive season, the town of Antony in the Hauts-de-Seine department is reopening its temporary ice rink for the duration of the Christmas vacations.

Christmas 2023: a magical family cruise on the Seine and Canal Saint-Martin

As the year draws to a close, what better way to (re)discover the Seine and its beautiful Christmas lights than with a family cruise on the Seine? Come on board with us for a lovely two-hour cruise, to discover Paris from its most beautiful avenue.

Skating rink, merry-go-rounds, Christmas market and magical illuminations for Bel Hiver 2023 in Saint-Denis

The end-of-year festivities are back in Saint-Denis (93), from mid-December to early January. On the program: great entertainment for young and old alike: ice rink, illuminations, Christmas market...

Meet animals from the North and South Poles at the Sea Life aquarium for the vacations

During the Christmas vacations, the Sea Life aquarium, located in the Val d'Europe shopping center, is offering a brand-new exhibition to discover the fauna of the Earth's two poles: the North Pole and the South Pole.

Family fun: a free party for kids at the MOB Hôtel in Saint-Ouen (93)

For the festive season, the MOB Hôtel in Saint-Ouen is offering its winter program, with a gourmet chalet and special events, such as the elf dance, during the vacations.

The Ritz Paris Christmas Chalet and its free carousel enchant Place Vendôme

The Ritz Paris unveils its Christmas Chalet from December 6 to 31, 2023, and surprise, surprise, a magical carousel of little horses, free for children, sets up with it. The program includes delicacies imagined by François Perret, gift ideas and magic for children.

Christmas vacations 2023: creative workshops and guided family tours at the Musée de l'Homme

From December 22 to January 7, it's time for the most magical vacation of the year: the Christmas vacations! For the occasion, the Musée de l'Homme is offering a great kid-friendly program, so it's time to take the kids along for the ride!

Christmas at the Château de Chantilly 2023, visits, storytelling, choir and show on the program

Christmas is coming to the Château de Chantilly for Christmas 2023. The chateau and grounds await you for a magical stroll in a fairytale setting for the whole family. From December 2, 2023 to January 7, 2024, discover the sublime decorations, animations, visits, equestrian show and gourmet Christmas market... And don't forget to meet Santa Claus!

Discover the 12 most beautiful Christmas trees at Paris 2023

Would you like to discover the most beautiful 2023 Christmas trees in Paris? We'll take you on a tour of the capital's end-of-year creations and illuminations. Gilded, traditional green, sober or sumptuous, one thing's for sure: they're getting taller! Discover the 12 most majestic Christmas trees in Paris.

Christmas vacations at Parc Astérix 2023-2024: light trail, ice rink, rides and shows

Parc Astérix is once again celebrating the magic of Christmas during the 2023 Christmas vacations. From December 23, 2023 to January 7, 2024, you're invited to discover the festive activities of the Gaulish Christmas at the theme park. Ice rink, sledges, trail of lights, hidden tavern and enchanting shows await you...

15 hot Christmas photo spots in Paris 2023 to enjoy the magical illuminations

Visiting Paris or the surrounding area, or just because you're a selfie-addict, are you on the hunt for photo spots to immortalize the most beautiful Christmas decorations or magical installations worth the detour? We reveal 15 cool places to discover this year to brighten up your Instagram page and photo albums.

Christmas 2023: funfair and shows at the Micheletty Circus Village in Villeneuve-la-Garenne (92)

In December or during the 2023 Christmas vacations, come and spend a day at the Cirque Micheletty village with your family. What's on the program? Acrobatic shows and a funfair for the whole family.

Christmas 2023: skating rink, Christmas market and Santa Claus parade in Montmorency

In the Val d'Oise, the charming town of Montmorency awaits you for a wonderful holiday season, where you and your family can meet Santa Claus and enjoy a host of fun activities!

Christmas under the stars, a fun and magical event at the Musée de l'Air et de l'Espace

To kick off the Christmas vacations, the Musée de l'Air et de l'Espace is offering a trip under the stars! On Sunday December 17, 2023, come and take part in the many family activities.

Christmas 2023: the animal entertainment programme at the Parc Zoologique de Paris

For the festive season, the Parc Zoologique de Paris awaits children with some great free activities for young and old, during the 2023 Christmas vacations.

Christmas vacations 2023: treasure hunt, workshops and family visits at La Monnaie de Paris

From December 23, 2023 to January 7, 2024, La Monnaie de Paris unveils its brand new Christmas vacation program. Families can take part in original, immersive guided tours, or make their own coins in workshops.

Inspector Sun: a family cartoon in cinemas for the 2023 Christmas vacations

Discover Inspector Sun, an epic investigation in theaters December 20, 2023. The first images reveal a world where both humans and insects are threatened.