As December 2025 approaches, Paris transforms into a winter wonderland, resonating with the enchanting harmonies of Christmas. This guide provides a comprehensive overview of seven must-attend Christmas concerts, ensuring you experience the magic of the festive season in the City of Lights.
1. French Soloists’ Christmas Concert – Gothic Grandeur in Saint-Séverin
Experience a luminous program of Bach, Vivaldi, Mozart, and Handel, interspersed with popular Christmas carols, within the gothic splendor of Église Saint-Séverin. This concert offers an ideal setting to immerse yourself in the holiday spirit in the heart of the Latin Quarter.
- Venue: Église Saint-Séverin, Paris 5e
- Date: December 25, 2025
- Tip: Arrive 20-30 minutes early to fully appreciate the acoustics and unique atmosphere.
2. The Hélios Orchestra Sings Christmas – Splendor at La Madeleine
The Hélios Orchestra, supported by three choirs, presents a rich and varied program of beloved Christmas tunes, from “Petit Papa Noël” to “Jingle Bells,” alongside classical pieces like Gounod’s and Saint-Saëns’ Ave Maria. The magnificent acoustics and architecture of Église de la Madeleine promise a moment of grace.
- Venue: Église de la Madeleine, Paris 8e
- Dates: December 19-23, 2025
- Tip: Book quickly as Hélios Orchestra concerts often sell out. Admire the illuminated façade of La Madeleine.
3. Traditional Christmas Carols – Enchantment in Saint-Eustache
The Église Saint-Eustache will be transformed into a musical cathedral by the Hélios Orchestra, accompanied by soloists and choirs. The program spans international carols such as “We Wish you a Merry Christmas,” “Mon beau Sapin,” and “Douce Nuit.”
- Venue: Église Saint-Eustache, Paris 1er
- Date: December 19, 2025
- Tip: Arrive 20 minutes prior to enjoy the remarkable acoustics and the interplay of light on the gothic vaults.
4. Candlelit Christmas Concert – Intimate Glow at Maison de l’Océan
Enjoy a suspended moment by candlelight, featuring a Christmas repertoire in a cozy atmosphere, fostering intimacy with the artists. This offers a perfect sensory immersion of sweetness and contemplation.
- Venue: Maison de l’Océan, Paris 5e
- Dates: December 19-20, 2025
- Tip: Limited seating ensures intimacy – book in advance.
5. Christmas Concert at Notre-Dame de Paris – The Maîtrise in Light
The Maîtrise de Notre-Dame presents a program blending tradition and modernity, from ancient chants to contemporary harmonies. This is a highlight of the season to experience the spirit of Christmas intertwined with its musical heritage, including popular carols and Gregorian music. [jds.fr](https://www.jds.fr/paris/magazine/actu-magazine/7-concerts-de-noel-a-paris-en-decembre-2025-1217403_A)
- Venue: Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris, Paris 4e
- Date: December 16, 2025
- Tip: Arrive early to admire the splendor of the location. [notredamedeparis.fr](https://www.notredamedeparis.fr/noel-2025-notre-dame/)
6. Neapolitan Christmas Concert – Southern Warmth and Tradition at Salle Gaveau
An evening titled “A Neapolitan Christmas” blends sacred music and popular traditions to recreate the theatrical and festive ambiance of Christmas in Naples. The program includes baroque arias, concertos, traditional carols, and tarantellas. [jds.fr](https://www.jds.fr/paris/magazine/actu-magazine/7-concerts-de-noel-a-paris-en-decembre-2025-1217403_A)
- Venue: Salle Gaveau, Paris 8e
- Date: December 19, 2025
- Tip: Ideal for discovering a different, more vibrant side of Christmas music.
7. Christmas Concert – A Family Musical Adventure at Résidence Catherine Labouré
Pianist Nathalie Weidmann, accompanied by her young students, offers an intimate and delightful spectacle. Featuring piano, surprise songs, and a discovery of Saint Vincent de Paul’s history, this family event promises moments of tenderness and sharing. [jds.fr](https://www.jds.fr/paris/magazine/actu-magazine/7-concerts-de-noel-a-paris-en-decembre-2025-1217403_A)
- Venue: Résidence Catherine Labouré, Paris 12e
- Date: December 20, 2025
- Tip: Perfect for introducing children aged 4 and up to classical music in a nurturing environment.
Additional Information: Johann Sebastian Bach / Christmas Oratorio
The Arts Florissants will perform four of the six cantatas from Bach’s Christmas Oratorio. This significant work, composed in 1734, traces the early days of Christ, hinting at the future tragedy. The first part celebrates Christ’s birth, the third depicts the adoration of the shepherds, and the fifth and sixth are dedicated to the journey and adoration of the Magi. [philharmoniedeparis.fr](https://philharmoniedeparis.fr/fr/activite/concert-participatif/28388-johann-sebastian-bach-oratorio-de-noel)
- Venue: Grande salle Pierre Boulez – Philharmonie
- Date: December 13, 2025, 8:00 PM
- Note: This is a participatory concert, with a rehearsal for the public on December 13, 2025, from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM.
Additional Information: Corelli’s Concerto for Christmas Night / Ave Maria by Caccini & Schubert / Vivaldi’s Four Seasons
The Hélios Orchestra, with Glen Rouxel as solo violinist, will perform a program featuring Corelli’s Concerto for Christmas Night, Ave Maria by Caccini & Schubert, and Vivaldi’s Four Seasons. Corelli’s Concerto grosso in G minor, Op. 6, No. 8, known as the Christmas Concerto, was commissioned by Cardinal Pietro Ottoboni and published posthumously in 1714. Vivaldi’s Four Seasons, composed in 1723, is one of his most famous works, depicting each season through violin concertos. [jds.fr](https://www.jds.fr/paris/concerts/concerto-pour-une-nuit-de-noel-de-corelli-ave-maria-de-caccini-et-schubert-les-4-saisons-de-vivaldi-1150274_A)
- Venue: Église Saint-Germain-des-Prés
- Date: December 30, 2025, 6:45 PM – 8:00 PM
- Tickets: Prestige: 60 EUR, Category 1: 40 EUR, Category 2: 30 EUR, Category 1 (students, unemployed): 30 EUR, Category 3: 20 EUR, Cat 2 Tr (students, unemployed): 20 EUR. Reservation is mandatory.
Source: [jds.fr](https://www.jds.fr/paris/magazine/actu-magazine/7-concerts-de-noel-a-paris-en-decembre-2025-1217403_A), [notredamedeparis.fr](https://www.notredamedeparis.fr/noel-2025-notre-dame/), [philharmoniedeparis.fr](https://philharmoniedeparis.fr/fr/activite/concert-participatif/28388-johann-sebastian-bach-oratorio-de-noel)
