From November 14, 2026 to January 3, 2027
Free admission (paid attractions)
The unmissable event in the west of Paris before Christmas
Creative workshops, parades, photo spots, enchanted rides, immersive storytelling walk for children
The 2026 Christmas Market on the Parvis de La Défense
From November 12, 2026 to December 31, 2026
It is one of the largest Christmas markets in the Paris region. On the Parvis, more than 300 chalets offer Christmas decorations, crafts, and gift ideas to put under the tree 🎀
In terms of conviviality, “Le Sommet”, an event space, has the large ice rink (500 m2), a stage for festive evenings, rides and catering areas
For foodies
For gourmets, there will be pretzels, roasted chestnuts, gingerbread, Savoyard specialties, raclette, aligot or even Quebec poutine
And for sweets, the traditional chocolate and mulled wine, pancakes and waffles 🧇 are also part of the game
Activities for children at the La Défense 🎄 Christmas Market
Creative workshops, parades, photo spots, enchanted rides, immersive storytelling walk
The market has great events in store for the youngest:
The Program ⭐️
- 14 parades – Wednesday evening at 5:30 pm and Sunday afternoon at 2:30 pm: Mascots, Disney singer, Dancers, ballet of angels, Grinch, The Swan Ball…
- Immersive storytelling around the illuminations every Friday, from November 13 to December 18 (free on registration)
- Photos with Santa Claus every day / and with Mrs. Claus on Wednesdays and weekends – until 10:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday
- Rides for children : Christmas tree carousel, carousel 🎠, flying chairs and reindeer rides
- Creative workshops for elves to make Christmas decorations – Wednesdays 18 and 25 November and 2 December from 2 pm to 5 pm
- Photo spots with illuminated decorations : in angel wings mode, interactive illuminated tree, #XMAS polaroid, crystal throne… to tag on the @xmasparisladefense networks!
The ice rink and Le Sommet: the most festive square in the market
Entirely dedicated to conviviality with family or friends.
- A 504m2 ice rink around a large Christmas tree until 11 p.m. Friday, Saturday, December 25 and January 1 (by reservation) ⛸ (gloves mandatory) (from 3 years old)
- A merry-go-round of chairs
- Daily evenings on a stage from 6pm to 8pm, 9pm or 11pm: frosty evening, glitter, 90’/2000′, or après-ski and disco-funk 🕺 evening
- Catering 🧀 areas
- A pyramidal central bar
Christmas Market Opening hours
Christmas Market (until 31 December)
- Monday to Thursday: 11:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
- Friday: 11:00 am – 11:00 pm
- Saturday: 10:00 am – 11:00 pm
- Sunday: 11:00 am – 9:30 pm
Place festive le Sommet and skating rink (until January 3, 2027)
- Monday to Wednesday: 11:00 am – 9:00 pm
- Thursday: 11:00 am – 10:00 pm
- Friday: 11:00 am – 11:00 pm
- Saturday: 10:00 am – 11:00 pm
- Sunday: 11am-9:30pm
Opening hours at Christmas and New Year’s Day
- Thursday, December 24: 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
- Friday, December 25: 3:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
- Thursday, December 31: 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
- Friday, January 1: 3:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Focus on the ice rink ⛸
- Dates: From 12 November 2026 to 03 January 2027
- Age: from 3 years old
- hours and entrance fees:
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday morning, Thursday and Friday before 17:00
- Child rate (from 3 to 12 years old): €6
- Adult rate (from 13 years old): €10
- Wednesday afternoon, Thursday and Friday after 5 p.m., weekends and school holidays
- Child rate (from 3 to 12 years old): €10
- Adult rate (from 13 years old): €12.50
- Rental and purchase rates :
- Skate rental: €2.50
- Purchase of gloves: €4
- Elockers lockers, located under the ice rink tent: €5
Ice rink entertainment:
- Hockey at the ice rink 🏒 offered free of charge by the Meudon club on Wednesdays 9, 16, 23 and 30 December, from 2 pm to 3.30 pm
Important
- Gloves required
- Children under 7 years old must be accompanied by an adult
- Session with no time limit / limited to 30 minutes in case of high attendance
Practical ⚙️ information
- We like : The square in Christmas colours, and non-stop entertainment
- Must-sees : ice rink, merry-go-rounds, candy apples, waffles and cotton candy (and mulled wine for dads)
- Location : On the Parvis de La Défense (92)
- Prices : admission is free but the attractions are paid
- Dates :
- Christmas market : November 12, 2026 to December 31, 2026
- The ice rink and the summit (festive square): From November 12, 2026 to January 03, 2027
- Public holidays : open on 25 December and 1 January
Essential family outings at Christmas
Frequently asked questions:
The Christmas market stalls will be set up from November 14, 2026 to January 3, 2027
The Christmas market is open on December 25 (Christmas Day) and January 1 (New Year’s Day)
Among the attractions offered to toddlers, we can find the many parades, the must-see rides and carousel or the decorations and illuminations
Yes, of course! Children will be able to meet Santa Claus at the market, and pose with him for photos. Mrs. Claus will join him on Wednesdays and weekends
Metro line 1, La Défense – Grande Arche station
RER A and E
Tramway T2
Transilien lines L and U
Yes, until January 3rd! And you can even try your hand at ice hockey. It is open from Monday to Wednesday: 11:00 am – 9:00 pm, Thursday: 11:00 am – 10:00 pm, Friday: 11:00 am – 11:00 pm, Saturday: 10:00 am – 11:00 pm, Sunday: 11:00 am-9:30 pm
Christmas must-sees
Paris is vast and its must-sees are numerous… it’s hard to miss! We advise you to spread the visits over two days. You will have time to discover the great classics of Paris while enjoying the atmosphere of the end of year celebrations and the Christmas lights.
What to do at Christmas with your family?
2 weeks of Christmas holidays ideal for discovering Paris with your family and sharing magical activities.
All the news for the months of November and December
The months of November and December are rich in events for children. Family visits, shows, entertainment, illuminations… it’s always a time when magic invites itself to every street corner! Discover our selection:
