Noël - activities

Corrida de Noël 2024 in Issy-les-Moulineaux, the Santa Claus race (92)

The town of Issy-les-Moulineaux will be staging its Corrida de Noël, the famous Santa Claus race, on Sunday December 15, 2024. Every year, this extraordinary race brings together the largest number of Santa Clauses in France.

Shopping centers and stores open on December 25, 2024 in Paris and the Île-de-France region - opening hours

Which stores and shopping centers are open or closed this Wednesday, December 25, 2024 in Paris and the Île-de-France region? Find the list here.

Unusual: climb aboard Santa's steam train near Provins (77)

In Longueville, not far from Provins, in the Seine-et-Marne region, the story goes that the steam train of a tall man in red clothes and with a very white beard arrived at the village station. Just 7 kilometers from Provins, this steam train promises an enchanting afternoon, don't you agree?

The Odyssée Lumineuse at Parc Floral 2024 takes us on a journey through tales and dinosaurs this year!

For the festive season, the Parc Floral is once again inviting families to discover its illuminations in a new and enriched itinerary. L'Odyssée Lumineuse, from November 30, 2024 to January 19, 2025, transports us this year to the world of fairy tales and dinosaurs, with laser effects to boot. It's the perfect way to celebrate the festive season, whether you're with friends, loved ones or family.

Pierre Hermé 2024 Christmas and holiday logs and creations, our favorites

We're off to discover Pierre Hermé's Christmas and 2024 holiday creations. This year, we discover a signature log called Fragment, which we adored, and a Pièce d'Exception called Révélation. When the art of Dimitri Rybaltchenko joins forces with haute pâtisserie for our greatest pleasure.

Palaiseau 2024 Christmas Market (91)

The magic of Christmas awaits us in the town of Palaiseau, Essonne. With family or friends, come and discover this magical Christmas market, from December 4 to 8, 2024.

12 websites to resell your Christmas gifts, without any fuss ...

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 ...

Hauts-de-Seine: Santa Claus authorized to travel by sleigh with his reindeer thanks to a decree

On the night of December 24th to 25th, all the children are impatiently waiting for Santa Claus to come and visit them, and to make it easier for him to get around, a mayor in the Hauts-de-Seine department has issued a decree authorizing him to travel around with his sleigh!

Gourmet Christmas Eve 2023 at Restaurant Sphère

Sponsored - The chic, gastronomic restaurant Sphère on rue de la Boétie, Paris 8ème, awaits you on the evening of December 24, 2023 for an exceptional 6-course Christmas Eve dinner featuring marinated salmon, foie gras terrine with Sauternes and Canard challandais by chef Tetsuya Yoshida and pastry chef Alex Rochel.

Christmas logs from The French Bastards 2023 bakery

The French Bastards bakery, with 3 boutiques in Paris, unveils its Signature log for Christmas 2023. The French Bastards has created a gourmet signature recipe, with praline and caramel.

Christmas 2024 in Paris: the Hôtel de Crillon Christmas Market for great gifts

The Hôtel de Crillon invites you to the second edition of its Christmas Market on the weekend of December 7 to 8, 2024. During these two magical days, the palace welcomes a fine selection of trendy designer brands, dedicated to women and children, to inspire your Christmas shopping, enhanced by workshops and tastings, all in a dream setting!

The magic of Christmas at the Parc des Princes, with family entertainment

As part of the Stadium Tour, Paris-Saint-Germain unveils its Christmas decorations in the heart of the Parc des Princes, with entertainment for the whole family to enjoy this winter!

Christmas Massacre: Deep Inside's bloody, horrific holiday experience

This holiday season, enjoy a unique and terrifying experience with Deep Inside's Massacre à Noël! Immerse yourself in a well-crafted horrific scenario revolving around the Laroche family. Book now for a chilling adventure from December 15, 2023 to January 7, 2024!

Christmas 2023: Christmas village, free rides and Santa's house in Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine (93)

From December 15 to 17, 2023, the town of Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine (93) will be in full Christmas mode, with magical events for young and old alike. Rides, enchanted parades and illuminations: don't miss it!

Dada Market: the trendy & responsible pop-up returns to Paris, just in time for your Christmas gift ideas

In Paris, a weekend-long pop-up store introduces us to responsible consumption by inviting some fifty young, committed brands to reveal their know-how. Join us on the weekend of December 8-10, 2023 at Galerie MR8 in the Marais district to discover the Dada Market.

Christmas 2023 at Batman Escape: discover our festive events and workshops

Discover the magic of the festive season at Batman Escape, in the heart of La Villette! Immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere of Gotham City with exclusive gift ideas, creative Christmas workshops and an unforgettable encounter with Santa Claus and Harley Quinn. A month of surprises and excitement awaits you... So, are you coming to help Batman this holiday season?

Top 10 funniest Christmas 2023 ugly sweaters to buy in Paris and Île-de-France

The Christmas sweater is becoming a serious business in France. To pay tribute, an International Day of the Ugly Christmas Sweater has even been established, falling this year on December 15, 2023. On this particular day, fashion takes a break and bad taste takes over! It's a day for friends and colleagues to get together and compete in an ugly sweater contest. So, to help you elect the cheesiest knitted nugget, discover our top 10 ugly sweaters of Christmas 2023! Watch out!

Christmas 2023: entertainment, ecological ice rink and Santa's house at One Nation Outlet (78)

The One Nation Outlet shopping center in the Yvelines is unveiling its Christmas activities, with a fun Christmas market, an ecological skating rink and a little train to discover the wonderful world of elves!

Christmas 2023: winter village, ice rink and gourmet chalets at the 3 Fontaines shopping center

From November 25, 2023 to January 7, 2024, the 3 Fontaines shopping center in Cergy (95) is offering a Christmas program featuring the inauguration of its winter village, where young and old alike will discover a host of free events open to all.

Christmas 2023: meet Santa Claus, giant Christmas tree and illuminations in Montreuil (93)

From November 25, 2023, the spirit of Christmas will take hold of Montreuil for good. A big tree, a meeting with Santa Claus, free entertainment... There's plenty to look forward to!