Christmas events for small kids in Paris
From Christmas markets, illuminated night walks, Santa visits at the Eiffel Tower and more – there are so many fun festive things to do this month with kids. Here’s the Tots 2025 Guide to Christmas events in Paris
Santa Claus run!
What could be more fun than watching 12,000 Santas racing the streets of Paris?!
Two locations, both on Sunday, 14th December:
- D’Issy‑les‑Moulineaux – (The bigger, more famous run), avoid the finish line at Place de l’Hôtel de Ville where it will be busy and less enjoyable when watching with small kids
- Puteaux (small, more family friendly race) With small kids, you can try watching along the promenade along the Seine where there’s some space.
More info on the races here (Issy) and here for Puteaux
Noël at the Hippodrome Paris‑Vincennes
A day out at the Hippodrome is a super affordable day out for the whole family, the cost to get in is super low, Entry is free, (but you need to download a free invitation / ticket HERE). Once you’re in there’s tons of fun kiddie activities to do, and over December it’s all Christmassy themed!
Dates: Sundays: 7th, 14th, 21st and 28st December. 12.00 to 19.00. More info here
Need more ideas? Check out the Paris Baby & Toddler map
FREE magic weekend at the Grand Palais
Coming up mid-December is the FREE magic themed event, there are workshops but these are for older kids (and all booked up now anyways!). Bt it could be fun to wander around and watch some magic.
Saturday 13th & Sunday 14th December, 14h-16h.
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