Christmas in Saint-Paul de Vence | Côte d’Azur France / French Riviera

Enchanting decorations and illuminations to feast your eyes on!

From Friday, December 6, 2024 to Sunday, January 5, 2025

The village of Saint-Paul de Vence is transformed into a candy palace. As you wander through the streets and squares, you’ll be immersed in a festive and sweet world: gingerbread men, lollipops, candy canes and other delicacies will be unveiled along the streets.

Decorations and illuminations to discover in the streets and squares of the village:

Place du canon, at the entrance to the village
Place de la Grande Fontaine
Place de l’église
La Placette
Au Point de Vue

You’ll also find two light projections on the façade of the Sainte-Claire chapel and on the church steeple.

CHRISTMAS IN SAINT-PAUL DE VENCE

Artist Bulleur Mairie Saint Paul De Vence

A special Christmas weekend dedicated to children!

Friday December 13, Saturday December 14 and Sunday December 15.
A weekend packed with events and activities for unforgettable family moments.
Friday December 13 at 8pm, médiathèque
Screening of Jules Massenet’s opera “Cendrillon”, performed by the Paris Opera.
Free admission – Reservations required at the Tourist Office.
Saturday, December 14, all day, Place de Gaulle
A day of activities for children
Creative Christmas workshops, gourmet workshops, meet and greet with Santa Claus, photobooth, wandering mascots, treasure hunt, etc.
Free admission
Saturday, December 14, 11am, Place de Gaulle
Concert by the Saint-Paul de Vence brass band
On the program: Disney classics and Christmas carols.
Free admission.

Saturday, December 14, 4:30pm, auditorium
La saison des fêtes” show, magical tableaux, sung and danced by your favorite Disney characters.
Free admission – Reservations required at the Tourist Office.
Sunday, December 15, 2:30 p.m., auditorium
Screening of the Disney film “Encanto, the fantastic Madrigal family”.
Free admission – Book in advance at the Tourist Office.

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TOP 5 activities in Saint-Paul de Vence during the Christmas vacations

Go on an adventure and take part in “Menace sur Noël”, a life-size escape game in the streets of the village, on Saturday December 21.
Stroll through the traditional Truffle Market on Sunday December 22 and select the best local products for your festive table.
Discover the history and heritage of Saint-Paul de Vence by lantern light. Guided tours on December 27 and January 3 at 5pm.
Marvel at the musical and magical strolls through the village streets: accordionist, singer, magic show and balloon sculpture. See you on December 21 and 28 and January 2 and 3.
“Follow the stars” and try to find the stars that have gone astray in the village streets. A treasure hunt for the whole family! Booklet available from the Tourist Office, from December 21, 2024 to January 4, 2025.

But also…
Immerse yourself in a sweet and festive world. The streets and squares are lined with gingerbread men, candy canes, lollipops and other delicacies. And don’t forget the traditional Christmas lights.

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An eagerly-awaited gourmet event!

Truffle market, Sunday December 22, all day, Place de Gaulle

The perfect opportunity for food lovers to discover the treasures of the local terroir. Truffle producers from the Alpes-Maritimes will share their passion for this black diamond of the kitchen, while a large market of regional products will enable you to compose festive meals worthy of the finest tables.

On the program:

A variety of local products, ideal for delighting your taste buds and enriching your recipes.
Tastings of local specialties, featuring the star of the day: the truffle.
Gourmet dishes and truffle-based specialties to awaken your senses.
A guided tour of a truffle-growing plot, where you’ll learn the secrets of cultivating this exceptional mushroom.
An impressive truffle dog demonstration, a fun and educational experience for young and old alike.
With entirely free access, this market is a convivial and authentic gathering, perfect for getting into the holiday spirit while celebrating the richness of our terroir.

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Traditional midnight mass

Experience one of the highlights of Christmas celebrations in the heart of the village with midnight mass, a traditional and spiritual event.

On Tuesday December 24, starting at 11:30pm, a solemn procession will leave from the canon at Porte de Vence, bringing together residents and visitors in a warm and festive atmosphere. At the end of this symbolic procession, join us in the Eglise Collégiale for midnight mass, a moment of meditation to celebrate the Nativity in a place steeped in history and beauty.

To round off this Christmas evening, 13 Provençal desserts will be shared. This gourmet tradition, rich in symbolism, embodies the generosity and conviviality of the Provençal festive season.

A unique moment, in the heart of the village, to celebrate Christmas in the purest local tradition.

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Celebrate Christmas and the New Year in Saint-Paul de Vence

Make your festive season unforgettable in one of the most beautiful villages on the Côte d’Azur. In Saint-Paul de Vence, the magic of Christmas and the joy of the New Year are combined with exceptional gastronomy.

The chefs of Saint-Paul, renowned for their talent and creativity, invite you to discover their festive menus specially designed for the occasion. Whether you’re looking for a traditional Christmas meal or a refined New Year’s Eve dinner, let yourself be seduced by dishes that celebrate local flavors and culinary art.

To guarantee your place in one of the village’s renowned restaurants, reserve your table now and treat yourself to a festive experience combining the pleasures of taste and the unique atmosphere of Saint-Paul de Vence.

A gourmet and convivial event not to be missed, to end the year on a high note!