Chaumont Christmas Market
Magic and local produce in the heart of Haute-Marne
About Christmas in Chaumont
The Chaumont Christmas Market transforms the city center into a festive village each year. Place des Arts hosts gourmet chalets, a colorful carousel, and family entertainment, while Square Philippe Lebon offers an ice rink and attractions for all ages. Artisans and producers from Haute-Marne showcase local know-how with original creations and regional specialties. Illuminations, an inaugural fireworks display, and a warm atmosphere make this event a must-attend during the holiday season in Haute-Marne.
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A Festive Gathering in the Heart of Chaumont
Each year, the city of Chaumont lights up to celebrate the end of the year holidays. The Christmas Market settles in the historic center of the Haute-Marne prefecture, transforming Place des Arts and Square Philippe Lebon into a true winter wonderland. For nearly a month, residents and visitors gather around wooden chalets, enchanting carousels, and various activities that warm hearts despite the December cold.
Gourmet Chalets and Local Artisans
The gourmet chalet on Place des Arts offers a fine selection of local products and winter treats: mulled wine, hot chocolate, crepes, waffles, artisanal biscuits, sausages, and specialties from the Haute-Marne region. On weekends, merchants and artisans set up shop on the Hôtel de Ville square to present their creations: handmade jewelry, Christmas decorations, scented candles, honey-based products, local cheeses, and other treasures from Haute-Marne. The Departmental Council also organizes its own Christmas market at the Hôtel du Département, bringing together about thirty producers and artisans from Haute-Marne to showcase local know-how.
Entertainment and Attractions for the Whole Family
Place des Arts transforms into a little paradise for children with a colorful carousel, a duck fishing game, and the gourmet chalet. At Square Philippe Lebon, an outdoor ice rink and an additional carousel invite young and old to enjoy the magic of Christmas. Santa's House opens its doors for children to meet the famous red-suited man and take unforgettable souvenir photos. Street performances, musical entertainment, and creative workshops punctuate the program throughout the season.
Magical Launch and Illuminations
The festivities kick off with a spectacular inaugural evening on Place des Arts, with joyful melodies, a warm atmosphere, and fireworks illuminating the Chaumont sky. A large Christmas tree stands in Place de la Concorde, while the streets of the city center are adorned with fairy lights and festive decorations. The illuminations plunge the city into an enchanted atmosphere that lasts until the beginning of January, offering strollers a magical setting for their Christmas shopping and family gatherings.
Christmas in Chaumont — edition 2026
Christmas festivities in Chaumont with gourmet chalets, an ice rink, carousels, and festive entertainment in the heart of the Haute-Marne prefecture's city center.
2026 Edition
The 2026 Christmas festivities in Chaumont will once again take over Place des Arts and Square Philippe Lebon for a month of winter magic. Gourmet chalets, an ice rink, carousels, children's entertainment, and a market of local artisans and producers will mark the holiday season in the heart of Haute-Marne.
Prices Christmas in Chaumont 2026
Practical information — Christmas in Chaumont
Access
The Christmas Market is held in the city center of Chaumont, on Place des Arts and Square Philippe Lebon. By car: access via the A5 (Chaumont exit) or the N19 from Langres or Saint-Dizier. Several free parking lots are available in the immediate vicinity of the city center, including the Place de la Concorde parking lot and the Boulingrin parking lot. By train: Chaumont SNCF station, located on the Paris-Est - Basel line, is served by TER Grand Est and Intercités trains. The city center is a 10-minute walk from the station.
Place des Arts Opening Hours
The gourmet chalets, carousel, and entertainment at Place des Arts are open on weekdays from Monday to Friday from 4:30 PM to 7:00 PM. On Wednesdays during school holidays and on weekends (Saturday and Sunday), hours are extended from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Special hours on December 24th and 31st from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Exceptional closure on December 25th and January 1st.
Square Philippe Lebon Opening Hours
The ice rink and carousel at Square Philippe Lebon are accessible on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, and on Wednesdays and weekends from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM. During the Christmas school holidays, open daily from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Reduced hours on December 24th and 31st from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Exceptional closure on December 25th and January 1st.
Prices
Access to the Christmas market, gourmet chalets, and street entertainment is completely free. The ice rink and carousels have a small fee, with reduced rates for children. All street performances and musical entertainment are also free to access.
Food and Drink
The gourmet chalet "Les Pépites Gourmandes" offers a wide range of winter treats: crepes, waffles, artisanal biscuits, coffee, hot chocolate, mulled wine, hot apple juice, croque-monsieur, and local products from Haute-Marne. Additional chalets offer hot and cold drinks, sausages, local craft beers, and light savory snacks. The many restaurants and brasseries in the center of Chaumont are also just a short walk away.
Contact
Chaumont Town Hall: 03 25 30 60 00. Chaumont Region Tourist Office: 03 25 03 80 80. Website: ville-chaumont.fr. Download the Chaumont City mobile app for the full program and updated event times.
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Where does it take place — Christmas in Chaumont
Place des Arts et Square Philippe Lebon
Place des Arts, 52000 Chaumont