Throughout December
Festive activities
Magical châteaux, ice skating and family fun: a comprehensive list of Paris’s Christmas events.
Various locations, Paris
December 18-23
Affordable Gifts by Artists
Special sale of original and reasonably priced holiday gifts, starting at €5, created by a group of Paris artists associated with the Cinémorphe immersive theater collective.
10, rue Bichat, Paris
Through January 6
Skating in the sky
An ice-skating rink on the roof of the Grande Arche de la Défense offers a 360-degree view of Paris and its suburbs.
Grande Arche de la Défense, Paris
Throughout December
Christmas markets
Mulled wine and gifts galore: a full list of Christmas markets in Paris.
Various locations, Paris
Through January 6
Free ice skating
Enjoy a festive skate beneath the canopy at Forum Les Halles, in full view of their Christmas lights.
Forum les Halles, Paris
December 22-January 1
Fairytale animations
The banks of the Seine will be lit up by fairytale-themed projections each evening at Rives de Seine La Nuit.
Between Pont Notre-Dame and Pont au Change, Paris
December 22
Christmas singalong
Join Paris Choir Les Voisins du Dessus to sing Christmas songs from childhood at their final open rehearsal of the year.
Mairie du 4ème arrondissement, Paris
Through December 22
African music and film
The Africolor cultural festival puts African music in the spotlight.
Various locations in Paris suburbs
Throughout December
Spotlight on Egyptian cinema
A retrospective celebrates the career of Egyptian filmmaker Youssef Chahine.
La Cinémathèque Française, Paris
December 10-21
Culture in the 12th arrondissement
Festival 12×12 showcases the best sculpture, photography, dance, music and theatre of the 12th arrondissement over 12 days.
Various locations, 12th arrondissement of Paris
Through December 31
Contemporary arts festival
The Festival d’Automne presents leading talents in art, dance, film, theater and more from around the world.