A Wonderful Christmas in Troyes: A Month of Events

Once again this year, the City of Troyes is getting ready to host one of the most magical times of the year: the Christmas festivities!

From late November through late December, the city will come alive with a variety of events and activities for all ages. Whether you’re with family or friends, there’s something for everyone amid the magical atmosphere of the holiday season.

This year, the Christmas Market will be held on the Town Hall plaza as well as on the forecourt of Les Halles, featuring artisans and merchants offering local products, gift ideas, and gourmet specialties. November 27 through December 27, 2026, inclusive. Open Sunday through Thursday from 12:00 PM to 7:30 PM; Friday and Saturday from 12:00 PM to 9:30 PM.
(Early closing on Tuesday, December 24, and Wednesday, December 25; vendors may close as early as 6:00 PM.)

On the program: street performances, creative workshops for children, concerts, and many other events will light up each day and transform the streets into a truly magical setting.

Don’t miss:

- The lighting ceremony and the Christmas market opening: Friday, November 27 at 6:00 p.m. – Parvis des Halles.
- The grand parades (Saturday, November 28 at 6:00 p.m. and Sunday, December 13 at 6:00 p.m.).
Get ready for a magical and unforgettable month in Troyes.

Free… but reservations required:

- Noël Pop
Dove MLEH and the Sud-Ardennes Philharmonic Orchestra of Rethel
Saturday, December 12 at 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. at the Chapelle Argence

- The Fabulous Tale of the Mad Hatter by the Entente Events theater company
A show featuring storytelling, magic, mime, and poetry…
For children
Wednesday, December 16, at 5:00 p.m. at the Salle des Fêtes in City Hall

- Gospel concert by the Gospel Legend Singers
Saturday, December 19, at 6:00 p.m. at Saint-Pierre and Saint-Paul Cathedral