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Lots of ideas for the Christmas holidays in Avignon

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From the beginning of December, the town is decked out in beautiful decorations and sparkling with a thousand lights. Markets, nativity scenes, concerts, shows, entertainment, New Year’s Eve parties… a whole host of events are organised to punctuate this festive period.

Avignon has a magical Christmas and New Year in store for you! Discover our selection to enjoy with family and friends. We wish you all the best for the festive season!

Highlights

Christmas tree collection from 26 December to 12 January

Recycle your Christmas trees by dropping them off at the following collection points:

  • Place des Carmes
  • Place Pompidou
  • Rue Guillaume Puy: opposite no. 43
  • Place des Corps-Saints: corner of Lattre de Tassigny
  • Place des Corps-Saints: corner of Lattre de Tassigny
  • Allées de l’Oulle: Carré d’Honneur
  • Île de la Barthelasse: Allée Antoine Pinay car park

West district: town hall car park
North district ring road: avenue de la Trillade corner 1re DB
South district ring road: Place Alexandre Farnèse / in front of Parc de la Murette
East district: Town Hall car park
North district: Parc de Massillargues
Montfavet: Rue des Écoles (bullring)
Saint-Chamand: Château de St-Chamand

Christmas markets

Ho! Ho! Ho! Christmas is just around the corner! What better way to get into the spirit than to enjoy the many Christmas markets?

Visiting a Christmas market means supporting local artisans and producers, discovering regional products and committing to more responsible celebrations. Tip: remember to bring your reusable shopping bag with you when you go shopping.

Traditions

Discover the Provençal spirit of Christmas: hand-crafted nativity scenes, local flavours and warmth for unique and memorable festivities.

Tip: at home, consider creating your own Advent calendars! It’s a creative activity and you can fill them with mini surprises tailored to your tastes. Rediscover the little pleasures of our region: calissons, papalines, croquants, santons, Marseille soap, and add your own creations.

Courses and workshops

Give your children the chance to have fun and be creative in Avignon with a wide range of courses and workshops: art, discovery and fun!

Shows for young audiences

Theatre, storytelling, puppets… Discover our selection of shows to delight young audiences.

Christmas concerts

As the year draws to a close, the Advent and Christmas concerts are waiting for you.

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Choir Festival
21Dec22Dec
Choir Festival
Concert gospel avec la chorale Les ChorAmis
12Dec
Concert gospel avec la chorale Les ChorAmis
Conservatory Christmas concerts
10Dec
Conservatory Christmas concerts
Candlelight - candlelight concerts
6Dec
Candlelight - candlelight concerts
Concert of Provencal Christmas carols
14Dec
Concert of Provencal Christmas carols
Christmas in Avignon
7Dec
Christmas in Avignon
Un Vent de Jazz celebrates Christmas! :: Jean-Paul Elysée Quartet in concert
14Dec
Un Vent de Jazz celebrates Christmas! :: Jean-Paul Elysée Quartet in concert
Christmas Gospel Concert
14Dec
Christmas Gospel Concert
Christmas Concert Opéra Grand Avignon Choir and Choir School
21Dec
Christmas Concert Opéra Grand Avignon Choir and Choir School
"Ô Fondues" evening + Live concert of Christmas carols with Quatuor Vox
18Dec
"Ô Fondues" evening + Live concert of Christmas carols with Quatuor Vox
Christmas swing
11Dec
Christmas swing

Activities and leisure

Gift ideas

Holiday shopping

This Christmas, give the gift of Provence! From Christmas decorations to handmade products made in France, discover a selection of items to place under the tree!

Gourmet shopping

Indulge in exceptional products: fine foods, artisan chocolates, roasted coffees, regional cheeses… Delicious gourmet specialities created by passionate artisans and local producers!

New Year's Eve

Choose from our selection of shows to celebrate New Year’s Eve in Avignon and have an unforgettable New Year’s Eve.

Avignon City PassBenefit from the destination at the price
Earn more than 57€ on the tourist attractions of the City of Papes, direct access to museums and monuments of Avignon and Villeneuve-lès-Avignon, discounts on your visiting guides and certain places. Activities, as well as your favorite station 24 or 48 hours!