Christmas in Paris: Markets, Lights & What to Book Early
By Hafid Assaoui · 2026-08-17
Planning Paris for the holidays? A local guide on the Christmas markets, the Champs-Elysees lights, what's open, and the experiences to book before they sell out.
Christmas in Paris: Markets, Lights & What to Book Early Paris in December is quietly magical - fewer daytime crowds at the museums, shop windows dressed to the nines, and lights everywhere. Here's how to plan it, from a local guide. Practical info - When: Festive season roughly late November to early January. Exact 2026 market and light dates vary - check the official calendar. - Christmas markets: The Tuileries Garden market is the big one (ri…