Holiday Enchantment at the Jardin d’Acclimatation

At the Jardin d’Acclimatation, winter is never a time to hibernate. Starting November 22, the season sparks laughter and lights up the eyes of young and old alike with wonder. The park dons its sparkling holiday decorations and transforms into a magical festive village. Discover our program!

ENCHANTED RIDES

The River of the Elves
Dive into the magic of the holiday season aboard this newly decorated cruise: it winds through a fabulous landscape of illuminated fir trees, where mischievous penguins, pristine polar bears, majestic reindeer, and of course… dozens of gnomes playfully roam! A moment of wonder to share with well-behaved children (and those a little less so, too).

Access: 2 attraction tickets or included in the unlimited pass

The Wonderful Christmas Tree
Standing tall and bright in the heart of the park, this magical tree invites you aboard one of its eight giant Christmas ornaments! As they rise and spin faster and faster, you’ll soar toward the evening star shining above the North Pole.
Access: 1 attraction ticket or included in the unlimited pass

The Dancing Balloons
Just across from the tree, this festive carousel takes little pilots up, up, and away! Each basket spins in the winter breeze, carrying laughter high into the sky.
Access: 1 attraction ticket or included in the unlimited pass

Snow Adventure!
Jump into this cozy wooden cabin and hold on tight your sled, is about to take off! With a VR headset, race down snowy slopes between sparkling fir trees. Feel the thrill of winter rush by!
Access: 2 attraction tickets or included in the unlimited pass

The Kinder Express
Designed by everyone’s favorite treat, this adorable little Kinder® train winds through a charming Alpine landscape. Keep your eyes open...rumor has it there are surprises waiting around the bends!
Access: 1 attraction ticket or included in the unlimited pass

And of course… don’t forget to visit Santa Claus!
From November 21 to December 20, every Wednesday and Saturday, he’ll be there in person !

“THE CHRISTMAS CHERRY TREE”, A BRAND-NEW SHOW

Once upon a time, a tornado swept through Paris, back in 1891! It changed the life of little Cerise forever, starting a magical adventure that continues sixteen years later. Now grown up, she can still understand the songs of birds and the whispers of trees, an incredible gift when she must save her dearest friend: Napoleon, a cherry tree from the Jardin d’Acclimatation!

This musical tale takes you on a poetic journey through the beauty of Paris in 1900. It reminds us that friendship and dreams are the strongest threads that stitch life’s story together.
Access: 2 attraction tickets or included in the unlimited pass
Every day during the Christmas holidays at 1:30 PM and 3:00 PM
(No shows on December 25, 2025 and January 1, 2026)

A JAPANESE LANTERN FESTIVAL

By day, the Jardin glows with festive magic..but when night falls, something even more enchanting begins!!
From December 10, every evening from 6:00 PM to 9:30 PM, over 2,000 lanterns will light up the park.

“Japan in Lights” is a luminous nighttime walk through more than a thousand years of Japanese history and legend. Wander from the heights of Mount Fuji to the lively streets of Tokyo, meeting Jigokudani’s snow monkeys, kawaii creatures, samurai warriors, and sumo wrestlers..beneath a sky of silk parasols and shimmering glow!

Access: Adults €18, Children (ages 4–11) €12, Free for under 4 years old
Open daily from December 10, 2025 to March 8, 2026, 6:00–9:30 PM
(Closed Mondays and Tuesdays outside Zone C school holidays)

More information about Japan in Lights here

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