As Christmas approaches, Paris is decked out in a thousand lights. It's the perfect time for a family outing. Between the window displays and the illuminations, discover the festivals of lights that are once again taking over the Île-de-France region this autumn and for the winter of 2024-2025. A great program of outings with or without the kids, on weekends or during the Christmas vacations and even before.
But what is a festival of lights? It's a magical event that takes place at dusk. It's an enchanted stroll through colorfullight installations, often accompanied by music, for an even more immersive experience! You'll stroll through magical, astonishing trails, sometimes in the aquatic world, sometimes discovering the world of insects, transformed into giants for the occasion. Between light shows, projections and animated modules, let yourself be transported, for an evening, into another shimmering universe. Whatever the case, there's something to make the eyes of children and adults alike sparkle.
So, would you like to join in the fun? Here are the next festivals and events to look out for!
Jurassic illumination: the 2024-2025 Festival of Lights at the Jardin des Plantes - photos
This year, the Jardin des Plantes is hosting a new edition of its famous lantern trail, entitled "Jurassique en voie d'Illumination". On view from November 20 to January 19, 2024, this exhibition takes us back in time this year. Monumental creatures come to life through majestic light sculptures, transforming the park into a veritable open-air museum. Explore the mysteries of the Jurassic period, while enjoying a magical stroll under the stars. A not-to-be-missed event at the end of the year. [Read more]
Lueurs de Mantes: the free light trail in the heart of the Yvelines 2024-2025, is unveiled
Mantes-la-Jolie is shining brightly this winter! For the second time, this Yvelines town is organizing a large-scale, original nocturnal event in the footsteps of its cultural heritage. Join us from December 13, 2024 to February 1, 2025 to discover "Lueurs de Mantes", a luminous and artistic itinerary where illuminated scenographies mingle with digital artworks. [Read more]
Christmas at Parc Astérix 2024-2025: Obelix's slide, ice rink, Christmas market and light trail
Parc Astérix is once again celebrating the magic of Christmas during the 2024 Christmas vacations. From December 21, 2024 to January 5, 2025, you're invited to discover the festive activities of Gaulish Christmas at the theme park. Skating rinks, toboggans, a trail of lights, a hidden tavern and enchanting shows await you, with a new feature this year: Obelix's Slide on the Gaulish side. [Read more]
The most magical Christmas and winter walks in Paris and the Île-de-France region 2024-2025
All winter long, you'll be able to enjoy a variety of walks in the fresh air and nature. It's the perfect time to take a lovely stroll with your family, your partner or your friends! Follow our guide to discover the best walks in the capital this winter 2024-2025. [Read more]
Christmas 2024 at Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte: a magical experience with an ice rink - our photos
Le Grand Noël at Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte returns to enchant the holiday season, from Saturday, November 16, 2024 to Sunday, January 5, 2025. Within the Château, the magic of Christmas bewitches us through a scenography based on fairy tales, but also through various immersive experiences, with, as a bonus, a brand-new ice rink! [Read more]
L'Odyssée Lumineuse at Parc Floral 2024 plunges us into tales and legends from around the world
For the festive season, the Parc Floral is once again inviting families to discover its illuminations in a new and enriched itinerary. From November 30, 2024 to January 19, 2025, L'Odyssée Lumineuse transports us this year to tales and legends from all over the world, with dinosaurs, circus shows and laser effects to boot. It's the perfect way to celebrate the festive season, whether you're with friends, loved ones or family. [Read more]
Festival des Lanternes 2024: the dinosaur ball, the Jardin d'Acclimatation light trail
Dinosaurs come to the Jardin d'Acclimatation! From November 29, 2024 to March 2, 2025, 2,000 illuminated lanterns, including 100 creatures from the Mesozoic era, invade the aisles of the Parisian theme park. After the success of the Shanghai lanterns, get ready for a magical, prehistoric immersion, perfect for the holiday season! [Read more]
Lumières en Seine at the Domaine de Saint-Cloud, discover the new 2024-2025 fairytale route
Lumières en Seine is the sublime Festival of Lights that will once again illuminate the Domaine de Saint-Cloud, from November 15, 2024 to January 12, 2025. The program includes an enchanting stroll of almost 2km, to be enjoyed over the festive season. [Read more]
Thoiry Lumières Sauvages 2024-2025: immerse yourself in the Extraordinary Voyages of Jules Verne!
Thoiry Lumières Sauvages returns from October 27, 2024 to March 2025 with a new, ever more enchanting route. This year, the largest lantern trail in the Ile-de-France region takes us on "Voyages Extraordinaires", inspired by the works of Jules Verne, to make us dream. [Read more]
The Lantern Festival returns to the Parc de la Villette in Paris for its 2024 edition
The Lantern Parade returns to the Parc de La Villette in Paris! What's on the program? A free, enchanting stroll, lanterns in hand, not to be missed on Saturday, December 7, 2024. [Read more]
Vincennes, Château de Lumières: a digital art festival in a historic setting, final days
Attention, last days: a digital art festival is coming to the gates of Paris, for the first edition of Vincennes, Château de Lumières. Running until November 2, 2024, this nocturnal event invites us to wander among immersive and interactive works of art before attending a monumental projection in the courtyard of the Château de Vincennes. Find out more about what awaits us at this unusual event. [Read more]
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