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Bercy Village and its Enchanted Christmas Forest
For the holiday season, Bercy Village transforms into a true Enchanted Forest in the heart of Paris.
Bercy Village (Paris 12th)
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Starting November 19, the Cour Saint-Émilion lights up with a fairy-tale setting inspired by the forest floor, featuring a canopy of golden oak leaves, giant pine cones, thousands of shimmering lights, and a majestic eight-meter Christmas tree.
From December 5 to 20, the weekends will also be enlivened by completely free roaming shows, featuring Santa Claus and his elves, a pianist accompanied by a prima ballerina, a Christmas float pulled by two reindeer, or even classical dancers.
AN ENCHANTED FOREST IN THE HEART OF PARIS FROM NOVEMBER 19
This year, Bercy Village invites young and old to a luminous and poetic stroll. Above the aisles, a huge botanical vault composed of golden oak leaves and fir branches is adorned with gold and copper highlights. At nightfall, the lights wake up like fireflies and plunge visitors into the magical atmosphere of an illuminated undergrowth.
In the center of this setting, an eight-meter-high tree, adorned with copper balls and golden patterns, invites walkers to pass under its branches to immortalize their visit.
Imagined by Blachère Illumination, a French family business labeled as a Living Heritage Company, these decorations are designed and manufactured in France.
FREE SHOWS EVERY WEEKEND FROM DECEMBER 5 TO 20
To extend the magic, Bercy Village offers a program of free roaming shows to discover with the family:
- December 5, 12, and 19, between 2:00 PM and 6:00 PM: Santa Claus and his elves. To the sound of bells, this joyful troupe wanders the aisles to meet the children, amidst pranks, surprises, and smiles.
- Sunday, December 6, between 2:00 PM and 6:00 PM: The Carillon. A poetic and musical show with a pianist wandering on a luminous piano, accompanied by a prima ballerina who twirls to the rhythm of the music. Three performances are scheduled.
- Sunday, December 13, between 2:00 PM and 6:00 PM: The Christmas Sleigh. A spectacular float pulled by two majestic reindeer travels through the aisles, accompanied by a mischievous elf, for a magical encounter with visitors. Three passages are scheduled.
- Sunday, December 20, between 2:00 PM and 6:00 PM: Classical dancers. In their shimmering tutus, the dancers move to the rhythm of Christmas melodies and offer walkers a gentle ballet. Five passages are scheduled.
A CHRISTMAS STROLL AWAY FROM THE PARISIAN HUSTLE AND BUSTLE
With its old white stone cellars, paved alleys, and unique atmosphere, Bercy Village offers an ideal setting to enjoy the magic of Christmas, far from the urban rush. A destination to stroll, discover the illuminations, enjoy the shows, do your Christmas shopping, or share a moment with the family around its shops, restaurants, and leisure areas.
Practical information:
Bercy Village - Cour Saint-Émilion, Paris 12th
Christmas decorations: from November 19, 2026
Free shows: weekends from December 5 to 20, 2026
Metro: Cour Saint-Émilion (line 14)
Our take on this event
Trade the city noise for a shimmering forest where golden oak leaves and fairy lights create a surreal escape. Wander beneath the majestic trees and catch whimsical street performances that bring the winter spirit to life right in the heart of the district.
Starting November 19, 2026, Bercy Village transforms into a magical winter forest. Visitors can wander beneath a canopy of golden oak leaves and thousands of glowing lights, centered around a stunning eight-meter-tall Christmas tree. This free, open-air installation is open daily from 10:00 to 20:00 until January 5, 2027. Designed by the French company Blachère Illumination, the display creates a poetic atmosphere in the 12th arrondissement, perfect for those looking for a festive stroll away from the urban hustle. It is an ideal setting for families and visitors to enjoy the holiday spirit in a unique historic environment.
Bercy Village invites you to explore its enchanted forest, featuring giant pinecones and a ceiling of golden foliage. Created by Blachère Illumination, an expert French heritage company, the decorations provide a dazzling experience for everyone. The site is open to the public daily from 10:00 to 20:00 throughout the holiday season, ending on January 5, 2027.
To enhance the magic, free performances are scheduled during weekends in December. On December 5, 12, and 19, Santa and his elves will roam the area between 14:00 and 18:00. On December 6, the musical act Le Carillon, featuring a pianist on a light-up piano and a ballerina, will perform three times. On December 13, a sleigh pulled by two reindeer will make three appearances. Finally, on December 20, classical ballet dancers will perform five times between 14:00 and 18:00. These events take place within the stone walls of the former wine warehouses, providing a charming backdrop for your holiday shopping and leisure.
