Christmas 2023 at the Forum des Halles with singer Valentina and Secours Populaire

Now that the window displays at the Grands Magasins have been unveiled, it's Westfield Forum des Halles ' turn to unveil its Christmas 2023 decorations and events! This year, the temple of shopping in Paris's 1st arrondissement offers a magical experience of solidarity for the festive season. Celebrating the values of generosity and sharing, the center is teaming up with local associations to create an enchanting Christmas, where every gesture counts.

On the program? A series of events focusing on mutual aid to warm hearts. From December 8 to 10, 2023, Secours Populaire will take over the premises for a major Toy Drive, as part of their Green Santa campaign, inviting visitors to join in this wonderful chain of solidarity. Then, on December 13, 2023, the Forum des Halles will welcome ten needy families for a warm and heart-warming afternoon snack.

Local associations will also be on hand at the gift-wrapping stand. IDEES Madagascar, TAMANA, EAOAG, and ASKB will lend their expert hands to carefully wrap presents, while collecting donations for noble causes, from building schools to supporting marginalized children.

Emmaüs will also be joining the movement with a sale and collection of second-hand toys, to raise funds to help finance the association's activities.

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But that's not all! On December 16, 2023, the magic of the shopping center will be further enhanced with a free concert under the Canopée, at the foot of the monumental 22.50m Christmas tree. Starting at 5pm, singer Valentina will perform Christmas tunes from her album "La magie de Noël", before continuing with a signing session to meet her fans.

On the same evening, in keeping with the Christmas spirit, three classes from the W.A. Mozart Municipal Conservatory will join forces for a 1h30 concert. Christmas carols, children's choir, horn ensemble: this symphony of talent will merge for a magical finale.

Westfield Forum des Halles celebrates Christmas in a whirlwind of solidarity and magic, transforming shopping into a joyful and meaningful experience.