Illustration of a family gazing at houses and trees covered in string lights on a snowy street at dusk (Illuminations de Noël des Champs-Élysées)

Illuminations de Noël des Champs-Élysées

Visitors stroll along Paris's iconic avenue to admire dynamic light creations and glowing cascades stretching between the Arc de Triomphe and Place de la Concorde. The trees along the pedestrianized thoroughfare sparkle with programmable, evolving illuminations designed to bring the grand boulevard to life.

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Plan Your Visit

Tickets

Listed as free for the 2025–26 edition; no 2026–27 price is stated.

Ages

All ages

Neighborhood

Champs-Élysées

Parking

Parking lot: Francois 1er, 17 Rue François 1er - 75008 Paris; Champs-Elysees Pierre Charron, 67 Rue Pierre Charron - 75008 Paris.

Accessibility

Accessible to people with reduced mobility, hearing impairments, and visual impairments.

Going?

Location

Avenue des Champs-Élysées · De l'Arc de Triomphe à la place de la Concorde, 75008 Paris, Paris Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Families and friends looking for a festive outdoor stroll

Vibe

Festive and dazzling

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Take public transport to Franklin-Roosevelt or Rond-Point des Champs-Élysées, the listed access points, to avoid relying on a car.
  • If driving, use the listed parking lots at 17 Rue François 1er or 67 Rue Pierre Charron.
  • Plan your visit between 5pm and midnight; the illuminations run all night on December 24 and 31.
  • The event is listed as accessible for visitors with reduced mobility and for people with hearing or visual impairments.
  • Wear warm layers for an outdoor evening stroll, especially if you plan to spend a long time along the avenue.

Special Events & Promotions

  • The lights stay on all night on 24 and 31 December.

Links & Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is it for?

Everyone. The illuminations are free and open to all.

What will I see?

The avenue lit up for the festive season, from the Arc de Triomphe down to Place de la Concorde.

Where can I park?

The nearest car parks are François 1er at 17 Rue François 1er and Champs-Elysées Pierre Charron at 67 Rue Pierre Charron.

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