Paris Christmas Markets 2025/2026: Dates, Locations, and Highlights
The festive season in Paris is synonymous with the enchanting Christmas markets that pop up across the city, offering a magical shopping experience. From mid-November 2025, these traditional markets open their chalets, inviting visitors to immerse themselves in the spirit of Christmas. Below is a comprehensive guide to the key markets, their dates, and what makes each unique.
Key Dates for Paris Christmas Markets (November 2025 – January 2026)
The main Christmas market season in Paris runs from Thursday, November 13, 2025, to Sunday, January 4, 2026. Individual market dates may vary, so please check specific listings below.
Featured Christmas Markets in Paris
1. Tuileries Garden Christmas Market (Marché de Noël des Tuileries)
- Dates: November 15, 2025 – January 4, 2026
- Location: Jardin des Tuileries – 75001 Paris
- Highlights: A magical Christmas experience with a market, a large Ferris wheel, and over 80 chalets offering culinary delights and festive attractions.
2. La Défense Christmas Village (Village de Noël sur le Parvis de La Défense)
- Dates: November 13 – December 28, 2025
- Location: La Défense esplanade – Parvis de la Défense
- Highlights: The largest Christmas village in the Île-de-France region, spanning over 10,000 m² with more than 300 artisan chalets, 400 m² of festive decorations, and a giant ice rink.
3. Paris Notre-Dame Christmas Market (Marché de Noël de Paris Notre-Dame)
- Dates: November 28 – December 25, 2025
- Location: Square René Viviani – 2 rue du Fouarre, Paris
- Highlights: Features over forty art artisans, fashion and accessory designers, and sculptors, offering unique handcrafted items.
4. Hôtel de Ville Christmas Market (Marché de Noël de l’Hotel de Ville de Paris)
- Dates: December 5, 2025 – January 4, 2026
- Location: Parvis de l’Hôtel de Ville, Paris 4e
- Highlights: An enchanted forest setting with fairy-tale illuminations, animal sculptures, decorated shop windows, carousels, and chalets featuring ‘Made in Paris’ gifts.
5. Saint-Germain-des-Prés Christmas Market (Marché de Noël de St Germain des Prés)
- Dates: November 25, 2025 – January 6, 2026
- Location: Place de Saint-Germain-des-Prés
- Highlights: Perfect for admiring Christmas decorations and discovering numerous artisanal creations and local products.
6. Eiffel Tower Christmas Village (Village de Noël de la Tour Eiffel)
- Dates: December 1, 2025 – January 8, 2026
- Location: Quai Jacques Chirac
- Highlights: Located at the foot of the Eiffel Tower, this market offers handicrafts, Christmas decorations, gift ideas, and gourmet shopping across 60 chalets.
7. Alsatian Christmas Market at Gare de l’Est (Marché de Noël alsacien à la gare de l’Est)
- Dates: November 28 – December 14, 2025
- Location: Gare de l’Est – Place du 11 novembre 1918, Paris
- Highlights: Experience the best of Alsatian gastronomy with pretzels, gingerbread, Christmas cakes, and traditional decorations.
Other Notable Markets in Paris
- Fééries d’Auteuil Christmas Market: December 6-14, 2025 (40, Rue Jean De La Fontaine 75016 Paris) – Brocante and Christmas tree sales.
- English Christmas Market: Saturday, November 29, 2025 (Eglise anglicane St Georges Paris 16) – British specialties, gifts, and children’s corner.
- Latin Christmas Market: December 5 & 6, 2025 (Hasard Ludique Paris 18) – Original French and Latin American creations.
- Crillon Christmas Market: November 29 & 30, 2025 (Hôtel de Crillon Paris 8) – Refined creations in a luxurious setting.
- Grrrande Christmas Market: December 13 & 14, 2025 (Hasard Ludique Paris 18) – Showcasing women and LGBTQI+ artists.
- Mécénat Chirurgie Cardiaque Christmas Market: Saturday, December 20, 2025 (Paris Event Center Paris 19) – Charity sale for children’s heart surgery.
- Swedish Christmas Market: November 28-30, 2025 (Eglise Suédoise, Paris 17) – Swedish food and decorative items.
- Notre-Dame-de-Bonne-Nouvelle Christmas Market: December 5-7, 2025 (Paroisse Notre-Dame-de-Bonne-Nouvelle Paris 2) – Christmas carols and a famous Andalusian nativity scene.
- Vegan Christmas Market: November 29 & 30, 2025 (Hasard Ludique Paris 18) – Vegan exhibitors offering thoughtful and delicious gifts.
- Small Medieval Christmas Market at Tour Jean-sans-Peur: December 6 & 7, 2025 (Tour Jean-sans-Peur – 20 rue Étienne Marcel, Paris 2e) – Medieval-inspired artistic creations.
- Artisan Christmas Market at Missions Etrangères de Paris: December 3-6 (Missions Etrangères, Paris 7e) – Support for MEP missions and Asian associations.
- African Christmas Market 2025: Saturday, December 13 (MAS Paris 13e) – Products from African and Afro-descendant cultures.
- Salon Idées Japon – Japanese Christmas Market: November 21-24, 2025 (Bastille Design Center Paris 11e) – Japanese accessories, art, ceramics, tea, sake, and more.
- Green and Solidarity Christmas: Saturday, November 29, 2025 (Chai de Bercy Paris 12e) – Zero-waste creative workshops and associative stands.
Christmas Markets in Île-de-France
Beyond Paris, the Île-de-France region also hosts a variety of charming Christmas markets:
- La Cité Fertile Christmas Markets (Pantin – 93): November 22 – December 21, 2025 (weekends).
- Vincennes Christmas Market: December 12-14, 2025 (rue du Midi and rue Raymond-du-Temple).
- Neuilly-sur-Seine Christmas Market: December 6-24, 2025 (Parvis de l’Hôtel de Ville and avenue Achille Peretti – 92).
- Fontenay-sous-Bois Advent Market: November 29-30, 2025 (Paroisse Sainte Marguerie – 94).
- Janvry Christmas Market: November 28 – December 7, 2025 (Ferme de Janvry – 91) – A popular market attracting nearly 100,000 visitors.
- Medieval Christmas Market in Provins: December 13 & 14, 2025 (Place du Châtel – 77) – Medieval entertainment, Christmas tales, and a natural ice rink.
- Asnières-sur-Oise Christmas Market: December 5-7, 2025 (Place de l’église – 95).
- Magny le Hongre Christmas Market: December 12 & 13, 2025 (Salle des fêtes – 77700).
- Argenteuil Christmas Market: December 13 & 14, 2025 (Hôtel de ville – 95).
- Le Blanc-Mesnil Christmas Village: December 18-23, 2025 (Parvis de l’hôtel de ville – 93150) – Chalets, a toboggan run, and daily entertainment.
- Noisy-le-Grand Christmas Market: December 11-15, 2025 (Esplanade Nelson Mandela) – Nearly a hundred exhibitors with regional products and artisan crafts.
- Neuilly-sur-Marne Christmas Market: December 5-7, 2025 (Place du chanoine Héroux – 93330) – Food artisans and creative workshops for children.
- Villepinte Christmas Markets: November 29-30, 2025 (Espace V, Avenue Fourgeaud – 93420).
Practical Information
- Admission: Free for most markets.
- Locations: Various venues across Paris and the Île-de-France region (see individual market details above).
- Further Information: For more details on specific markets, opening hours, and any last-minute changes, it is advisable to check local tourism websites or the official market pages.
Source: leparisien.fr
