It's one of our favorite Christmas traditions: the Advent calendar. Every day, from December 1 onwards, we open a new square in our calendar to find a treat, a little gift, something to tide us over until Santa Claus officially arrives.
And as you grow, so does the choice! While purists keep their chocolate calendar, the more daring will be tempted by a naughty Advent calendar, a beer calendar , a beauty calendar, cheeses, teas...
This year, we invite you to get off the beaten track! Discover Sortiraparis' 2025 Advent calendar: 24 outings to try during the month of December, 24 ideas for activities to do alone, with family or friends, to enjoy every day of the holiday season!
Exhibitions, concerts, Christmas markets, walks, restaurants, sports outings, or movies... Who knows what we have in store for you? To find out, come back every day between December 1 and 24, 2025, to discover your outing for the day! Without further ado, here is today's outing.
December 18
French Elite Fencing Championships: France's best athletes compete in Paris
The best French fencers will gather at the Pierre de Coubertin Stadium on December 20, 2025, for the French Elite Championships. All three weapons will be represented in the same competition in Paris this Saturday. [Read more]
December 17th
Johnny Hallyday, rock 'n' roll attitude: the immersive musical experience in Paris
To mark the 40th anniversary of Johnny Hallyday's album "Rock'n'Roll Attitude," an immersive musical experience based on this cult album will be coming to Paris's 11th arrondissement from December 5 to 28, 2025. Please note that the opening to the public has been postponed. [Read more]
December 16
The Treasure of the Builders: we tested the immersive virtual reality expedition to ancient Egypt
Starting December 11, 2025, a new immersive virtual reality expedition will transport visitors back to ancient Egypt during the construction of the Pyramid of Cheops. [Read more]
December 15
The Sun King: The iconic musical arrives at the Dôme de Paris this winter 2025-2026 – photos and reviews
Powdered wigs and corsets are going to be in short supply ... because the Sun King is back in action in December 2025! Twenty years after its very first performance, Kamel Ouali and Dove Attia's cult musical makes a comeback worthy of Versailles. [Read more]
December 14th
Paris Vinyl Sale 2025: the giant vinyl sale at less than €10 at the Bastille Design Center
Calling all lovers of good music in the capital! The Paris Vinyl Sale returns to the Bastille Design Center on Sunday, December 14, 2025, with nearly 50,000 vinyl records of all genres at low prices. [Read more]
December 13
The Grand Palace of Ice 2025: the ice rink returns in Eiffel Tower style, see the images
The Grand Palais Ice Rink, this iconic and massive skating rink sprawling beneath the glass roof of the Grand Palais, is making its comeback. Mark your calendars from December 13, 2025, to January 7, 2026, to glide across the world's largest indoor skating rink! Be sure to check out the ticket sales opening soon to secure your preferred time slots. This year, an enormous Eiffel Tower will dominate the center of the ice. Enjoy the on-site food terrace and warm up with some hot chocolate. [Read more]
December 12
Holy Pop Up Festival 2025: a Christmas market perched on a rooftop in Créteil (94)
In Val-de-Marne, the city of Créteil is getting into the holiday spirit: the Holy Pop Up Festival is back with a Christmas market featuring around thirty designers and brands, punctuated by performances, this Saturday, December 13, 2025. [Read more]
December 11th
Corrida de Noël 2025: the Santa Claus race in Issy-les-Moulineaux (92)
The town of Issy-les-Moulineaux will be staging its Corrida de Noël, the famous Santa Claus race, on Sunday December 14, 2025. Every year, this extraordinary race brings together the largest number of Santa Clauses in France. [Read more]
December 10
Japan in Lights: Illuminated Trails & Lantern Festival 2025 at Jardin d'Acclimatation – Photos
When winter envelops Paris, the Jardin d'Acclimatation lights up for its third edition of the Festival des Lanternes: Le Japon en Lumières. From December 10, 2025 to March 8, 2026, 2,000 glittering lanterns transport you from Mount Fuji to the bustling streets of Tokyo, between age-old traditions and kawaii heroes. A magical interlude in the Land of the Rising Sun, just a stone's throw from the capital. [Read more]
December 9th
Rolling Stones - At the Max: the first-ever concert filmed in IMAX to be seen in theaters
The Rolling Stones are coming to the cinema! From December 10, 2025, come and discover on the big screen the first concert in history filmed in IMAX, captured during the British rock band's "Steel Wheels/Urban Jungle" tour in 1990. [Read more]
December 8th
Danish Christmas at the Maison du Danemark: a cultural journey for the holidays on the Champs-Elysées
La Maison du Danemark immerses us in the atmosphere of a Danish Christmas from December 5 to 23, 2025, with fairy tale-inspired decor, entertainment, and a temporary pop-up space. [Read more]
December 7th
Bal du Siècle 2025 at the Palace of Versailles: an exceptional evening in the heart of the Roaring Twenties.
The Palace of Versailles is commemorating its Fête Merveilleuse of 1923... by organizing an even more magical evening on Monday, December 8, 2025. A Ball of the Century not to be missed! [Read more]
December 6
Christmas 2025 in Provins: ice rink, ice hockey, and a show by Philippe Candeloro this winter
The Provins Christmas ice rink is back! From December 5, 2025, to January 4, 2026, head to the forecourt of the Saint-Ayoul Cultural and Sports Center in Provins (Seine-et-Marne) to enjoy this 420 m² natural ice rink. Lots of entertainment is planned, so check out the program! [Read more]
December 5th
Unusual: climb aboard Santa's steam train near Provins (77) in December 2025
This Christmas 2025, in Longueville, not far from Provins, in the Seine-et-Marne region, Santa Claus is said to have swapped his sleigh for a train. Just 7 kilometers from Provins, this event promises an afternoon of enchantment, to say the least. Are you with us? [Read more]
December 4th
The Saveurs des Plaisirs Gourmands 2025 trade show at Espace Champerret
The Saveurs des Plaisirs Gourmands 2025 trade show takes place from December 5 to 8 at the Espace Champerret. Don't miss this show full of discoveries and ideas for Christmas and New Year's Eve. Cuisine, gastronomy, delicatessen and exceptional products from near and far await you. [Read more]
December 3rd
The IMA is hosting its own festival: a vibrant cultural program to experience in Paris in December.
The Arab World Institute celebrates all forms of art, from music to cinema, photography, and fashion. From December 2 to 14, 2025, immerse yourself in contemporary artistic creation from the Arab world in Paris. [Read more]
December 2nd
Beaux Gestes Festival: theater, dance, circus, virtual reality, and workshops at CENTQUATRE-PARIS
CENTQUATRE-PARIS and L'Oréal are putting the body in the spotlight with the Beaux Gestes festival, from December 1 to 14, 2025. Theater, dance, circus, literature, virtual reality, visual arts, and participatory workshops come together to transform movement into a sensitive language and a manifesto of freedom. [Read more]
December 1st
Christmas 2025 at Disneyland Paris: Disney's Enchanted Christmas, discover the program
The magic of Christmas comes to Disneyland Paris with Disney's Enchanted Christmas, the park's big winter season, between November 8, 2025, and January 6, 2026. Enchanting shows, sparkling decorations, and Disney characters await young and old alike to celebrate the holiday season in a unique atmosphere. [Read more]
See you tomorrow, for the opening of your next calendar slot, and every day thereafter for another unusual and enchanting outing.
We've got some great surprises in store for you every day, so be sure to check back regularly to find out what you've been up to all day! And above all, enjoy the festive season with family and friends!
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Dates and Opening Time
From December 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025
Christmas gift ideas 2025: All our ideas for the holidays
