Dates to be confirmed
BHV Marais
Discover the festive atmosphere around the iconic Parisian department store in the heart of Le Marais.
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The TLC Paris Seasonal Edit
Christmas
Christmas
in Paris
From beautifully illuminated avenues and festive department store windows to Christmas markets and winter experiences, discover a carefully selected guide to the festive season in Paris.
Winter 2026–2027
Paris takes on a different character during the
festive season. Explore the Christmas experiences,
decorations, markets and evening tours worth
discovering — selected by TLC Paris.
01 / Discover
5 Highlights
Festive Windows & Lights
Dates to be confirmed
Printemps Haussmann
One of Paris's classic Christmas traditions: creative window displays and a festive atmosphere along Boulevard Haussmann.
Discover Printemps ↗
Dates to be confirmed
La Samaritaine
Festive decorations and seasonal displays within one of the capital's most distinctive department stores.
Discover La Samaritaine ↗
Opening from 12 November — end TBC
Galeries Lafayette Haussmann
A celebrated Paris Christmas destination, known for its grand festive tree, seasonal decorations and animated windows.
Discover Galeries Lafayette ↗
22 Nov 2026 – 4 Jan 2027
Champs-Élysées Christmas Lights
The famous avenue glows with seasonal illuminations, creating one of Paris's most recognisable festive walks.
Event information ↗
02 / Explore
3 Highlights
Christmas Markets
From 12 Nov 2026
Paris La Défense Christmas Market
A large festive market on the esplanade of La Défense, with seasonal stalls, gifts, food and winter atmosphere. Check the organiser's programme for individual closing dates.
Market information ↗
14 Nov 2026 – 3 Jan 2027
Tuileries Garden Christmas Market
A central Paris winter favourite, bringing together festive chalets, seasonal treats and entertainment near Place de la Concorde.
Market information ↗
Dates to be confirmed
Saint-Germain Christmas Market
A smaller, atmospheric seasonal market in the Saint-Germain-des-Prés area, ideal for combining a festive stroll with cafés and neighbourhood shopping.
Christmas market guide ↗
The Paris Christmas Walk
A City in Festive Light
From Place Vendôme and its elegant surroundings to the grand avenues and beautifully decorated department stores, Christmas in Paris is as much about wandering through the city as it is about individual events.
03 / Experience
1 Highlight
Winter Experiences
7 Nov 2026 – 6 Jan 2027
Disney Enchanted Christmas
Seasonal decorations, festive entertainment and Disney characters bring a Christmas atmosphere to Disneyland Paris, including the new World of Frozen celebrations.
Official Christmas programme ↗
04 / After Dark
2 Experiences
Christmas Lights Tours
Seasonal dates — check operator
Tootbus Christmas Lights Tour
See Paris dressed for Christmas from a panoramic sightseeing bus, with an evening route through some of the capital's illuminated streets.
Visit Tootbus ↗
5 Dec 2026 – 2 Jan 2027
Big Bus Christmas Lights Tour
An evening panoramic tour featuring illuminated Paris landmarks, festive avenues and seasonal atmosphere. Advance booking is recommended.
Tour details & booking ↗