🎄 Christmas in Dijon: a month of magic not to be missed! ✨
From 30 November 2024 to 5 January 2025, Dijon is transformed into a veritable Christmas kingdom to fill young and old with wonder. Between glittering illuminations, festive markets and enchanting entertainment, immerse yourself in a unique fairytale atmosphere in the heart of the city!
The must-see Fééries events
🎡 Place de la République: experience thrills on a 40-metre Ferris wheel and skate on a superb 600 m² ice rink surrounded by an ice path.
🎅 Christmas Market: on Rue de la Liberté and Place Darcy, discover nearly 40 chalets offering delicacies, local crafts and original gifts. Don't miss Santa's house and his magical carousel!
✨ Shows and parades: enjoy brass bands, choirs and face painting workshops for children, not forgetting the spectacular sound and light show projected onto the façades of the Town Hall from 20 to 31 December.
Magic moments not to be missed
Launch of the illuminations: Saturday 30 November at 6pm, Place de la Libération.
Father Christmas descends: on Tuesday 24 December, he will descend from the Philippe le Bon tower to meet the children and hand out sweets.
Practical information
🕰️ Fairground opening times :
Monday: 2pm-8pm.
Tuesday to Sunday: 10am-8pm.
Late-night opening on Fridays and Saturdays until 10pm.
🎟️ Access: tram, bus or car parks nearby for an easy visit.
Come to Dijon for an unforgettable Christmas of magic and sharing. Come thrill, savour and dream in the heart of a city lit up to the rafters! 🎁✨
Types
- Festival
- Festivals
- Commercial event
- Culture and tradition
- Christmas
- Workshop or entertainment
- March past Procession Parade
- Tradition & folklore
- Market
Date
from 30 November 2024 to 05 January 2025
Christmas market opening times
Mondays from 2pm to 8pm and Tuesdays to Sundays from 10am to 8pm.
Please note
- late-night opening on Place de la République on Fridays and Saturdays until 10pm
- Early closing at 7pm on 24, 25, 31 December and 1 January.