Christmas Market 2023, Santa Claus and his elves, and musical workshops in Les Lilas

For a Christmas market close to the capital, take line 11 and stop at the current terminus, Mairie des Lilas, between Paris and Seine-Saint-Denis. For its 3rd edition, the market will take place between the rue de Paris and the entrance to the Théâtre du Garde-Chasse, this weekend from December 8 to 10, 2023, bringing together local retailers and craftsmen, withfun activities for the whole family!

This year, it's all about music, with workshops in song, whether you prefer musical comedy, gospel or choir! In addition to the official market, the " Les Cousines " collective has organized a creators' market in the town's theater, where you'll find arts and crafts, artistic creations and original gifts. And don't forget Santa Claus and his elves, who will be on hand to delight the little ones!

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The program

Friday, December 8th

• Santa and elf parade from 4.30 pm to 6.30 pm
• Face painting from 4pm to 6pm
• 6pm: inauguration
• Musical comedy workshop from 6:30pm to 7:30pm

Saturday, December 9th

• Marché de Noël de la Ville and Marché des créateurs de l'association Les Cousines! in TGC from 10am to 8pm

• Opening of M. Alves' refreshment stand in the market
• Center culturel gospel workshop (15-20 people) from 2:30 pm to 3:30/16 pm
• Santa Claus and elf from 3pm to 6pm
• Face painting stand: 10.30am-12.30pm and 3pm-6pm

Sunday, December 10th

• Marché de Noël de la Ville and Marché des créateurs de l'association Les Cousines! in the TGC from 10am to 5pm
• Santa Claus and elf from 10am to 1pm
• Face painting from 10am to 1pm
• Hortensias choir from 3:30 to 4:30 pm