Paris Christmas Markets 2026/27: Dates (Nov 16 to Jan 5) and Fares

Name: Paris Christmas Markets 2026/27
Start: 2026-11-16
End: 2027-01-05
Location: Paris, Ile-de-France

When is Paris Christmas Markets 2026/27?

Paris Christmas Markets 2026/27 runs November 16 to January 5, 2027.

2026/27November 16 to January 5, 2027Confirmed

2027/28November 15 to January 4, 2028By the calendar

How the dates are set: Each Paris market sets its own dates every year, usually from mid or late November through late December, with a few running into early January.

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Paris Christmas Markets schedule

2025 season: La Défense Christmas Village ran from November 13 to December 28, 2025, with 300 chalets, and was closed on December 25.
2025 season: The Notre-Dame Christmas Market ran from November 28 to December 25, 2025, set across the Seine from the cathedral.
2025 season: The Alsatian Christmas Market ran from November 29 to December 15, 2025, in front of Gare de l'Est.
2025 season: The Place des Abbesses market in Montmartre ran from November 22 to December 28, 2025, with about 20 chalets.

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Getting to Paris Christmas Markets

Many markets are near landmarks or major transport hubs, so sightseeing and shopping can be combined without extra travel time.
Popular areas for markets include the Tuileries Gardens, La Défense, Saint-Germain, Montmartre and the Champs-Élysées.
On Christmas Day public transportation continues to operate, although some services run less frequently than usual.

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Where to stay in Paris

Good bases for the Christmas season are near the cafés of Saint-Germain, the streets of the Marais, or the village lanes of Montmartre.

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History of Paris Christmas Markets

Christmas markets originated in the Alsace region, which was part of Germany in the 14th century. They did not become popular in Paris until the late 20th century. The wooden huts in Paris look like old German or Swiss chalets.

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Paris Christmas Markets: questions people ask

When do the Christmas markets start in Paris?

They usually pop up from mid-November through late December, with a few extending into early January. Exact dates change each year.

What is the biggest Christmas market in Paris?

La Magie de Noël at the Tuileries Garden is described as the largest. It has rides, an ice rink and dozens of chalets.

When is the Tuileries Christmas market in 2026?

One listing gives November 16, 2026 to January 5, 2027, open daily from 11:00 AM to 11:45 PM.

Are Paris Christmas markets open on Christmas Day?

It depends on the market. In 2025, La Défense was closed on December 25, while the Notre-Dame market ran until December 25.

Where are the best Christmas markets in Paris?

Popular choices are the Tuileries Garden, La Défense, Notre-Dame, Saint-Germain and Montmartre's Place des Abbesses.

Is there a Christmas market near Notre-Dame?

Yes. The Notre-Dame market sits at Square René Viviani, across the Seine from the cathedral, and offers French artisan crafts and regional food.

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About Paris Christmas Markets

Around 20 chalet markets across Paris, from the Tuileries Garden to La Defense, Montmartre and Saint-Germain.

Paris does not have one single Christmas market. Instead, about 20 markets with wooden huts open around the city at the end of November, each with its own dates. The Tuileries Garden market is the largest, with rides, an ice rink and dozens of chalets. The catch is that dates and hours differ by market, so check each one.

Know before you go

Each market has its own opening dates and hours, and some close shortly after Christmas.
La Defense closed on December 25 in 2025, so plan around the holiday.
Most markets sit near landmarks or major transport hubs, so they are easy to reach by public transport from central Paris.

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