Christmas Events for Kids in Reims (2026)

Christmas Events for Kids
Written by Kelsey Cecil

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For 2026, we confirmed 20 Christmas events for kids in Reims, running from November 14 to January 10. Of these, 7 are free. Every listing links straight to the host. This page is part of our guide to Christmas events for kids in France.

The short version

  • Kids’ Christmas events confirmed for 2026 in Reims, Tinqueux, Muizon and Taissy: 20
  • First: Reims Ferris Wheel (Grande roue de Reims), Reims, November 14
  • Free events: Reims Christmas Market and Bear Cub Village (Village des Oursons), The Solidarity Santa Basket (La Hotte solidaire), Regalia, Light Show on Reims Cathedral, Play Space Meetup: Decorate Your Media Library (Décore ta Média), Hypernoël #10, Christmas for the Children of Chemin Vert and Beyond (Le Noël des enfants du Chemin Vert et d’ailleurs) and more

Below is every event we could confirm, grouped by town, with the date, time, cost and the small things parents ask about (registration, ages, what is included).

At a glance: Christmas events for kids in Reims

Kids’ Christmas events
20 confirmed for 2026
Towns
Reims, Tinqueux, Muizon and Taissy
Season
November 14 to January 10
Free events
7
Last checked

Free 7Ticketed and paid 13

Free Christmas events for kids in Reims

Christmas marketFree

Reims Christmas Market and Bear Cub Village (Village des Oursons)

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From Nov 25 to Dec 27, 2026, the Reims Christmas market returns to the Hautes Promenades Jean-Louis Schneiter with nearly 150 chalets: decorations, treats and gift ideas.

With children, the Tourist Office suggests going all the way to the Porte de Mars esplanade, where the Village des Oursons (Bear Cub Village) is. Admission to the market is free, and it is closed on Dec 25. You can also simply stroll around with a hot chocolate in hand.

Parent tip: Hot chocolate is sold on site, and you do not need to buy anything to enjoy the atmosphere.

Host
Office de Tourisme de Reims (opens in a new tab)
Where
Hautes Promenades Jean-Louis Schneiter, 51100 Reims (opens in maps)
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Christmas lightsFree

Regalia, Light Show on Reims Cathedral

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Regalia is projected on the facade of Notre-Dame Cathedral in Reims at 8 pm on Fridays and Saturdays, through Jan 3, 2027. The show lasts about ten minutes, with no booking and no charge.

The two sources consulted do not agree on every evening: one excludes Dec 12, while the City calendar cited by onivapp lists other dates. It is wise to check the calendar at reims.fr.

Parent tip: Short and free, it is a good stop on the way out of the Christmas market, but dress the children well for waiting outside.

Host
Ville de Reims (opens in a new tab)
Where
Parvis de la cathédrale Notre-Dame, Place du Cardinal Luçon, 51100 Reims (opens in maps)
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Christmas craftsFree

Hypernoël #10

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Hypernoël celebrates its tenth edition this year at Le Cellier. Artists and artisans present handmade creations in limited editions, with ten surprises announced by the organizers.

For families, the Tourist Office points to free Hypersateliers (workshops), available by reservation. The venue is open from 10 am to 8 pm from Dec 11 to 20, except Dec 14 and 15. Entry is free.

Parent tip: Book the workshops ahead, spots are limited.

Host
Office de Tourisme de Reims (opens in a new tab)
Where
Le Cellier, 51100 Reims (opens in maps)
Registration
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Christmas for the Children of Chemin Vert and Beyond (Le Noël des enfants du Chemin Vert et d’ailleurs)

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The Maison commune du Chemin Vert and the City of Reims invite families to celebrate Christmas a few days early. A show of about 50 minutes opens the afternoon.

Santa Claus himself then appears and invites the children to a festive snack, followed by a photo session in the gym. The event is for the whole family, ages 4 and up. Entry is free, with booking at 03 26 35 52 68.

Parent tip: Book at 03 26 35 52 68. Expect the show to be in French.

Host
Office de Tourisme de Reims (opens in a new tab)
Where
Maison commune du Chemin Vert, 11 place du 11 Novembre, 51100 Reims (opens in maps)
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Christmas events for kids in Tinqueux

Christmas showFree

The Solidarity Santa Basket (La Hotte solidaire) (Tinqueux)

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The City of Tinqueux invites families to fill the solidarity hotte (Santa's basket) on Wednesday, Nov 25, from 2 to 7 pm, at the Guy Hallet community hall. The idea is simple: you bring a toy in good condition or chocolates.

In return, children enjoy an afternoon full of activities, a show, games and a tasty snack. The toys collected bring joy to other children.

Parent tip: Remember to bring a toy in good condition or chocolates.

Host
Office de Tourisme de Reims (opens in a new tab)
Where
Salle des fêtes Guy Hallet, 51430 Tinqueux (opens in maps)
Registration
Recommended
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Christmas craftsFree

Play Space Meetup: Decorate Your Media Library (Décore ta Média) (Tinqueux)

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As the holidays approach, the Le Carré Blanc media library (médiathèque) invites children to create their own hangings and help decorate the space. Glue, paper and scissors await little hands.

Two sessions are offered on Saturday, Dec 5, at 10:30 am and 2:30 pm. The workshop is for children ages 7 and up, it is free, and booking is done online.

Parent tip: Book online, the groups are small. Expect it to be in French.

Host
Office de Tourisme de Reims (opens in a new tab)
Where
Le Carré Blanc (médiathèque), rue de la Croix Cordier, 51430 Tinqueux (opens in maps)
Registration
Required
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Christmas showFree

Under the Snowflakes (Sous les flocons), Ciné’Mômes (Tinqueux)

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Ciné'Mômes offers a program of six animated films by Folimage on the theme of winter, with a total running time of 36 minutes. Among snowflakes and more or less controlled slides, you might run into Santa Claus.

The films include Flocon de neige (Snowflake), La Luge (The Sled), Le Sceptre du Père Noël (Santa's Scepter), La Luge et le dragon (The Sled and the Dragon), Ana Filoute, bienvenue Père Noël (Ana Filoute, Welcome Santa) and Au pays de l'aurore boréale (In the Land of the Northern Lights). The screening is on Sunday, Jan 3 at 10:30 am, for ages 4 and up, with open access.

Parent tip: Open access, no booking.

Host
Office de Tourisme de Reims (opens in a new tab)
Where
Le Carré Blanc, 1 rue de la Croix Cordier, 51430 Tinqueux (opens in maps)
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Ticketed and paid Christmas events for kids in Reims

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Christmas lights

Reims Ferris Wheel (Grande roue de Reims)

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The Reims Christmas Ferris wheel stands on Place d’Erlon, in the heart of the city, from Nov 14, 2026 to Jan 10, 2027. It is 55 meters tall and has 36 enclosed, heated cabins, a real plus for young children in December.

It is open every day from 10 am to 10 pm. The listed price is €8 for an adult and €6 for a child. It is a few minutes' walk from the Christmas market at the Hautes Promenades.

Parent tip: In the evening, the view of the cathedral and the lights is the most beautiful, but the line is longer on weekends.

Host
Ville de Reims (opens in a new tab)
Where
Place d’Erlon, 51100 Reims (opens in maps)
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Christmas story time

Tell Me a Tale... of Christmas (Dis-moi un conte… de Noël)

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To welcome winter and light up Advent, storyteller Raphaël Rémiatte offers stories of Santa Claus, a snowstorm, a lonely wolf, a deep forest, a snowy mountain and a talkative fir tree.

The session is at the Laon-Zola media library (médiathèque) on Wednesday, Nov 25 at 10:30 am. Online booking is offered.

Parent tip: For the price, ask the library. Expect it to be in French.

Host
Office de Tourisme de Reims (opens in a new tab)
Where
Médiathèque Laon-Zola, 2 rue de la Neuvillette, 51100 Reims (opens in maps)
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Christmas show

Little Patapon's Christmas (Le Noël de petit Patapon)

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What happens to stuffed animals with a manufacturing flaw? Santa's elves have so much work that they make mistakes, and a bear cub that is too small cannot be given as a gift.

Mrs. Claus has the solution: the little plush toy will become her husband's most attentive ear and help him find the forgotten Christmas characters. Along the way you meet snowmen afraid of melting and fir trees that dream of traveling. The 30-minute sessions are at 11:30 am and 2:30 pm, on Nov 28 and 29. Price: €8.

Parent tip: Sessions are paid and by reservation. Expect it to be in French.

Host
Office de Tourisme de Reims (opens in a new tab)
Where
Espace Le Ludoval, 1 place René Clair, 51100 Reims (opens in maps)
Registration
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Visit with Santa

Santa's Son (Le fils du Père Noël)

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Jean Noël, a homebody musician, is spending the holidays at home when his father, Santa Claus, calls him for help. If Jean and the children do not find the head elf before Christmas Eve, nobody will get any presents.

Snowy fir trees, goofy reindeer, mischievous elves and an abominable snowman promise a magical family moment. The show lasts 50 minutes, suits ages 2 and up, and takes place at 4 pm on Nov 28 and 29, at the Ludoval space. Price: €10.

Parent tip: The session runs from 4 to 4:50 pm, handy for a snack afterward. Expect it to be in French.

Host
Office de Tourisme de Reims (opens in a new tab)
Where
Espace Le Ludoval, 1 place René Clair, 51100 Reims (opens in maps)
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Christmas show

The New Little Christmas Reindeer (Le nouveau petit renne de Noël)

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Can you become a Christmas reindeer when you cannot fly and have no antlers on your head? Santa counts on his reindeer, but what if one of them is missing?

Rudy, a dreamy little bear cub, is ready for anything. With his friend Jean and a few characters children know well, he sets off on an adventure to become the fastest and the cleverest. Children are invited to put on boots, gloves and a hat for this journey. The show lasts 30 minutes and costs €8, with sessions on Nov 28 and 29 at 11:30 am and 2:30 pm.

Parent tip: Booking recommended. Expect it to be in French.

Host
Office de Tourisme de Reims (opens in a new tab)
Where
Espace Le Ludoval, 1 place René Clair, 51100 Reims (opens in maps)
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Christmas crafts

Christmas FabLab

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To celebrate the holidays, the Saint-Ex FabLab opens its doors for three dedicated evenings. With a good cup of hot chocolate, you make Christmas ornaments, sled-shaped candle holders, figurines, personalized tags or napkin rings.

You choose what you want to make, then personalize it and take it home. The first evening is on Thursday, Dec 3 from 5:30 to 8:30 pm. The flat price is €10 per participant, with a maximum of eight participants per session, by registration.

Parent tip: Registration is required, eight spots per session. Expect it to be in French.

Host
Saint-Ex Culture Numérique (opens in a new tab)
Where
Saint-Ex, FabLab, 51100 Reims (opens in maps)
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Christmas market

Reims Christmas and Three Kings Fair (Foire de Noël et des Rois de Reims)

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The Christmas and Three Kings Fair (Foire de Noël et des Rois) takes place on Chaussée Bocquaine starting Dec 5, 2026 and continues through Jan 3 or 4, 2027 depending on the pages consulted.

The detailed program, hours and ride prices had not yet been published by the City of Reims at the time of checking.

Parent tip: Hours and prices were not published: check reims.fr before heading out.

Host
Ville de Reims (opens in a new tab)
Where
Chaussée Bocquaine, 51100 Reims (opens in maps)
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Christmas crafts

Christmas Workshop at the Musée de la Reddition (Surrender Museum): Postcard and Snack

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The Reims museums offer four Christmas workshops for ages 7 to 12, for only €2 per child. On Dec 9, head to the Musée de la Reddition (Surrender Museum) to make a Christmas postcard.

The workshop ends with a snack with 1940s flavors. Spots are limited and booking is required. Remember to check the time with the museum.

Parent tip: Booking required, confirm the time with the museum. Expect it to be in French.

Host
Office de Tourisme de Reims (opens in a new tab)
Where
Musée de la Reddition, 12 rue Franklin Roosevelt, 51100 Reims (opens in maps)
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Christmas crafts

Christmas Workshop at the Musée Saint-Remi: Christmas Mandala

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Among the four Christmas workshops at the Reims museums, the one on Dec 16 takes place at the Musée Saint-Remi: children ages 7 to 12 make a Christmas mandala there.

The price is €2 per child and booking is required. Confirm the time with the museum before coming.

Parent tip: Booking required, confirm the time with the museum. Expect it to be in French.

Host
Office de Tourisme de Reims (opens in a new tab)
Where
Musée Saint-Remi, 53 rue Simon, 51100 Reims (opens in maps)
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Christmas show

Glugg & Kerta to the Rescue of Christmas!

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Panic at Santa's workshop: Rudolph the reindeer has disappeared and there will be no sleigh run without him. Kerta, a serious and brave elf, makes it her mission to find him, together with Glugg, a prankster and clumsy elf.

They are opposites in every way, but they will have to stick together in this magical, interactive adventure made for little ones and grown-ups alike. Two 45-minute performances take place on Dec 16, at 11 am and 4 pm, at the Maison Commune du Chemin Vert. The ticket costs €5, and the show suits ages 3 and up.

Parent tip: Tickets online. Contact: contact@la-scene-champenoise.com. Expect it to be in French.

Host
Office de Tourisme de Reims (opens in a new tab)
Where
Maison Commune du Chemin Vert, 11 place du 11 Novembre, 51100 Reims (opens in maps)
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Christmas events for kids in Tinqueux

Christmas market

Tinqueux Christmas Market

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The Tinqueux Christmas market takes place on Nov 21 and 22 at the Guy Hallet community hall. You will find artisans and treats.

For children, a free carousel is set up, which makes it an easy first outing of the season. Hours are not detailed in the Tourist Office article.

Parent tip: Check the hours with Tinqueux town hall.

Host
Office de Tourisme de Reims (opens in a new tab)
Where
Salle des fêtes Guy Hallet, 51430 Tinqueux (opens in maps)
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Christmas show

The Great Christmas Circus (Le Grand Cirque de Noël) (Muizon)

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The company Art'ata presents Le Grand Cirque de Noël (The Great Christmas Circus), a brand-new show where dreams, laughter and thrills intertwine. The Faiseurs de Rêves (Dream Makers) take the audience into a magical world full of astonishing characters, but the Cauchemardeurs (Nightmare Makers) lurk to spoil the party.

The show lasts 1 hour 30 minutes with an intermission, under a heated big top. Ticketing and food are on site. Prices vary by category, starting at €23.

Parent tip: Check the show times on the online ticketing site. Expect it to be in French.

Host
Office de Tourisme de Reims (opens in a new tab)
Where
Chapiteau de la Cie Art'ata!, 51140 Muizon (opens in maps)
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Christmas events for kids in Taissy

Visit with Santa

Santa at the Fort (Le Père Noël au Fort) (Taissy)

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On Sunday, Dec 20, from 10 am to 3 pm, Santa Claus swaps his reindeer for sled dogs. Children can watch his arrival by sled.

They take part in craft activities, such as making decorations, and in activities with the dogs: walks or petting sessions. A refreshment stand is available and you can get something to eat on site. The event is organized with the association Les papattes dans la boue.

Parent tip: Contact the organizer for the price, at 06 58 14 43 00.

Host
Office de Tourisme de Reims (opens in a new tab)
Where
Fort de Montbré, 51500 Taissy (opens in maps)
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Christmas events for kids in Reims: questions parents ask

What are the 2026 Christmas events for kids in Reims?

For 2026, we confirmed 20 Christmas events for kids in Reims, each on its host’s own page: Under the Snowflakes (Sous les flocons), Ciné’Mômes (Tinqueux), Glugg & Kerta to the Rescue of Christmas!, The New Little Christmas Reindeer (Le nouveau petit renne de Noël) and 17 more. Each one is listed above with times, cost and a link to the host.

Are there free Christmas events for kids in Reims?

Yes, 7 of the 20 events here are free: Under the Snowflakes (Sous les flocons), Ciné’Mômes (Tinqueux), Reims Christmas Market and Bear Cub Village (Village des Oursons), Hypernoël #10 and 4 more. Some free events still ask you to register, so check each listing.

Where can kids see Santa this year in Reims?

Where to see Santa: Santa's Son (Le fils du Père Noël), Santa at the Fort (Le Père Noël au Fort) (Taissy) and Christmas for the Children of Chemin Vert and Beyond (Le Noël des enfants du Chemin Vert et d’ailleurs). Check the listings above for times and booking.

Where are there Christmas story times for kids in Reims?

Christmas story times on this page: Tell Me a Tale... of Christmas (Dis-moi un conte… de Noël). Library story times are usually free; ones with a meal or show are ticketed.

How do you confirm these events?

We list an event only after we find this season’s date on the host’s own website or an official city, library or tourism calendar. We last checked every listing on November 9, 2026. Hosts change details, so always confirm on the host’s page before you go.

Event names belong to their hosts. Rally Takes the Train is a family picture book and is not affiliated with, sponsored by or endorsed by any host listed here. Confirm dates, times and prices on each host’s own site before you go.

The story of Christmas in Reims

In Reims, Christmas happens in two places: a big market and a cathedral that turns into a giant screen after dark. Add a heated Ferris wheel, a Santa who arrives by dog sled and the famous pink biscuit that is perfect for dunking in hot chocolate, and you have a Christmas trip kids will remember.

How Reims celebrates Christmas

Reims keeps Christmas simple: a market and a cathedral. The Christmas market began in 1996, started by Les Vitrines de Reims, the city's shopkeepers' association. It first stood on Place d'Erlon, then moved closer to the cathedral square in 2016. In 2024 and 2025 its 150 chalets lined the Hautes Promenades Jean-Louis Schneiter.

After dark the cathedral becomes a screen. A 25 minute show called "Rêve de Couleurs," by Skertzò, gave the statues on the front their colors back. In 2024 a show called "Regalia," designed by Moment Factory, brought to life the day of a royal coronation. Watching is free.

For a visiting family, the market is close to the Porte de Mars and to the Reims-Centre train station, so you can arrive by train.

What your kids will see

The gift bringer here is Father Christmas (Père Noël in French). At the market in 2025 he welcomed children in his cabin until December 24. There was also a free little train and a giant Advent calendar, and on three Saturdays in December choirs sang at 5 pm.

The local treat is the pink biscuit of Reims, around since about 1690. Bakers used to add black vanilla to the dough, which turned it gray, so they colored it pink instead, with carmine, a dye made from a tiny insect called the cochineal. Locals dunk it in a glass of champagne. For kids, hot chocolate works fine.

The Christmas and Epiphany funfair, with about 80 rides, set up on the Chaussée Bocquaine in 2025, from December 6 to January 4.

Planning a Christmas visit to Reims with kids

This page lists the confirmed events, and many of them are free. The market and the children's Village des Oursons (Little Bears Village) open on November 25, 2026 and run to December 27, with free entry. A 55 meter heated Ferris wheel on Place d'Erlon runs daily from November 14, 2026 to January 10, 2027, at 8 euros for adults and 6 euros for children. The free Regalia light show on the cathedral runs Fridays and Saturdays at 8 pm until January 3, 2027, except December 12.

Beyond the center, the list includes Christmas shows at the Ludoval theater in late November, a Christmas circus under a heated big top in Muizon, craft workshops at libraries and museums, and a Santa arriving by dog sled on December 20. Many events are on Wednesdays and weekends.

Most events are in French, so check with the host if you need English.

A color that comes from an insect

The Reims pink biscuit owes its color to the cochineal, a tiny insect used to make a red dye called carmine. The Christmas market draws more than a million and a half visitors a year, and the music of the Regalia show was composed by The Shoes, a band from Reims.

Traditions today

  • The Christmas market on the Hautes Promenades: 150 wooden chalets with free entry, near the Porte de Mars and the Reims-Centre station.
  • The light show on the cathedral: In the evenings, a free show projects the story of a royal coronation day onto the front of Notre-Dame cathedral.
  • The Ferris wheel on Place d'Erlon: A wheel right in the city center. In 2025 it turned until January 11, 2026.
  • Father Christmas's cabin and the little train: At the market, Father Christmas welcomes children until December 24 (in 2025), and the little train is free.
  • The Christmas and Epiphany funfair: About 80 rides. In 2025 it ran from December 6 to January 4, 2026.
  • The pink biscuits: Born around 1690, the crunchy pink biscuit of Reims is dunked in champagne by adults, or in hot chocolate by kids.

A fact for kids

The Reims pink biscuit gets its color from a tiny insect, the cochineal, which is used to make a red dye called carmine.

Questions about Christmas in Reims

Is Reims worth visiting at Christmas with kids?

Yes. There is a free market with a children's village, a Ferris wheel in the center, and a free light show on the cathedral. This page lists the confirmed family events, many of them free, from November 14, 2026 to January 10, 2027.

When does the Christmas market in Reims open in 2026?

The Reims Christmas market and the Village des Oursons open on Wednesday, November 25, 2026 on the Hautes Promenades Jean-Louis Schneiter and run to December 27. Entry is free, and the listing notes it is closed on December 25. In 2025 it ran from November 26 to December 28.

How long has the Reims Christmas market existed?

It began in 1996. Les Vitrines de Reims, the city's shopkeepers' association, started it and still runs it. It first stood on Place d'Erlon, then moved closer to the cathedral square in 2016.

Where is the Christmas market in Reims?

In 2024 and 2025 it was on the Hautes Promenades Jean-Louis Schneiter, in the city center, close to the Porte de Mars and the Reims-Centre station.

How many chalets does the Reims Christmas market have?

In 2025 it had 150 wooden chalets, the same as in 2024. Entry is free, and kids can find Father Christmas's cabin and a free little train.

Is the Reims Christmas market free?

Yes, entry is free. In 2025 the little train that took kids around was free too. You pay for your purchases, treats and some rides, such as the Ferris wheel.

Where can kids meet Santa in Reims?

At the Christmas market, Father Christmas welcomed children in his cabin until December 24 in 2025. In 2026, Santa arrives by dog sled at Fort de Montbré on Sunday, December 20, from 10 am to 3 pm, with decoration workshops and activities with the dogs. A free neighborhood Christmas on December 19 also includes a photo session with Santa.

What is the Regalia light show in Reims?

It is a sound and light show projected in the evening onto the front of Notre-Dame cathedral. It brings to life the day of a royal coronation. It was designed by Moment Factory, and it is free.

When is the light show on the Reims cathedral in 2026?

The listing says Regalia runs on Fridays and Saturdays at 8 pm until January 3, 2027, except December 12. It lasts about 10 minutes and is free. Dress warmly, because you watch outdoors.

How can I explain the cathedral light show to my kids?

Tell them the cathedral tells a story with lights and music about the day a king was crowned. The pictures dance over the front and the statues. The music was composed by The Shoes, a band from Reims.

What is Rêve de Couleurs in Reims?

It is a 25 minute show projected on the front of Reims cathedral, made by the company Skertzò. It gives the statues their colors back, as if you were seeing them painted.

What is the pink biscuit of Reims?

It is a crunchy biscuit made by local bakers since about 1690. It is baked twice, so it stays crisp when dunked. It is one of the sweet souvenirs people take home from Reims.

Why is the Reims biscuit pink?

Bakers added black vanilla to their white dough, which turned it gray and unappealing, so they decided to color it pink. The color comes from carmine, a red dye made from a tiny insect called the cochineal.

What do you dunk a pink biscuit in?

Traditionally, locals dunk it in a glass of champagne. For kids, it goes very well with hot chocolate, which makes it a good Christmas snack.

Is there a Ferris wheel in Reims at Christmas?

Yes. In 2026 a 55 meter heated Ferris wheel is on Place d'Erlon every day from 10 am to 10 pm, from November 14 to January 10, 2027. A ride costs 8 euros for adults and 6 euros for children. In 2025 the wheel turned until January 11, 2026.

What is the Christmas and Epiphany funfair in Reims?

It is the Christmas funfair of Reims, with about 80 rides, on the Chaussée Bocquaine. In 2026 it runs from December 5 to January 4, 2027, and prices were not published when this page was written. The name refers to Epiphany, in early January.

How many people visit the Reims Christmas market?

More than a million and a half visitors a year. It is in the city center and is run by Les Vitrines de Reims.

How do I get to the Reims Christmas market without a car?

The market is very close to the Reims-Centre train station, so you can arrive by train. If you drive, the CITURA park-and-ride lots at Neuchâtel, Des Belges and Hôpital Debré are free for tram and bus users, who then ride into the center.

Are there free Christmas events in Reims?

Yes, many of the events are free. They include the market and Village des Oursons, the Regalia light show, a makers' market with free workshops on booking at Le Cellier from December 11 to 20, and a free Christmas film program on January 3, 2027.

Are there Christmas shows for young kids in Reims?

Yes. At the Ludoval on November 28 and 29 there are 30 minute shows for ages 1 to 6 (8 euros) and a 50 minute family adventure (10 euros). On December 16 an interactive elf show costs 5 euros. A Christmas circus plays under a heated big top in Muizon from November 28 to January 3, from 23 euros.

Are there Christmas workshops for kids in Reims?

Yes. Children aged 7 to 12 can make a Christmas postcard at the Surrender Museum on December 9 or a Christmas mandala at the Saint-Remi museum on December 16, for 2 euros each. A library in Tinqueux has a free decoration workshop for ages 7 and up on December 5.

Are Christmas events in Reims in English?

Most events here are in the local language, which is French. Shows, workshops and storytelling are usually in French, so check with the host if you need English. The market, the wheel and the light show need no language.

Sources

  1. Reims Christmas Market, French Moments
  2. Marché de Noël de Reims, édition 2025, Festival en France
  3. Marché de Noël à Reims en 2025 : le programme détaillé, Chéri fais tes valises
  4. Un spectacle son et lumière va métamorphoser la cathédrale de Reims pour les fêtes de fin d’année, Paris ZigZag
  5. Marchés de Noël de Reims, evous
  6. Biscuits Roses de Reims, Atlas Obscura
Kelsey Cecil
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