France offers a rich events landscape stretching from the elegant streets of Paris to the vineyards of Provence. Music festivals, Christmas markets in Alsace and regional cultural celebrations shape the events calendar. Throughout 2026/2027, visitors can experience French art de vivre up close at a wide range of events.
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Illustrative photo From 25 Nov to 27 Dec 2026, the Reims Christmas Market enchants visitors with 150 chalets along the central promenades. Enjoy festive holiday magic, artisan crafts, and exclusive regional champagne tastings.
Illustrative photo Experience France's oldest Christmas market at <strong>Strasbourg's Christkindelsmärik</strong> from 25 November to 24 December 2026. Over 300 festive chalets, the iconic 30-metre <strong>Grand Sapin</strong> and Alsatian specialities await. Free entry for all outdoor markets.
Illustrative photo From 25 Nov to 27 Dec 2026, the Rouen Christmas Market enchants visitors in front of the cathedral and Gros Horloge with Normandy charm, artisan crafts, and festive holiday lights.
Illustrative photo Experience the "Noël des Alpes" Christmas market in Annecy from 26 Nov 2026 to 3 Jan 2027. Enjoy French elegance, festive canal-side chalets in the "Venice of the Alps", alpine traditions, and magical winter lights.
Illustrative photo The Annecy Christmas Market runs from 26 November 2026 to 3 January 2027 along the shores of the Alpine lake. Around 200 chalets, a lakeside ice rink and dazzling illuminations make Annecy one of France's most enchanting winter destinations. Free entry.
Illustrative photo The Toulouse Christmas market 2026 runs from November 26 to December 27 across four locations in the city center, including Place du Capitole, Cour Henri IV, Square Charles de Gaulle and Allées Jean Jaurès. Entry is free, and an ice rink stays open until January 3, 2027.
Illustrative photo The 2026 Christmas markets in Kaysersberg (weekends only 27 Nov–20 Dec), Riquewihr and Eguisheim on the Alsace Wine Route offer authentic crafts, half-timbered houses and festive lights. Free admission – the most magical villages of Alsace in Advent.
Illustrative photo From 27 Nov to 30 Dec 2026, the Christmas market in the uniquely circular, romantic Alsatian village of Eguisheim enchants visitors with traditional crafts, wandering music, and fairytale charm.
Illustrative photo From 27 Nov to 28 Dec 2026, the Avignon Christmas Market brings southern French charm to Provence. Discover traditional hand-painted santon figurines, historic backdrops, and festive holiday magic.
Illustrative photo Experience the authentic Obernai Christmas Market from 27 November to 24 December 2026. Discover regional gourmet treats, signature white mulled wine, and fine artisan crafts in a charming historic setting.
Illustrative photo From 27 Nov to 27 Dec 2026, the chic Christmas market on Allées de Tourny in Bordeaux enchants visitors with fine crafts, festive lights, and exclusive spiced Bordeaux wines.
Illustrative photo Experience the authentic Christmas market in Kaysersberg from 27 November to 20 December 2026 (on Advent weekends). Discover handmade crafts, unique artisan gifts, and local delicacies in a charming Alsatian village setting.