Christmas Market of Viry-Châtillon

'On the path to Christmas': a four-week festive program

The town of Viry-Châtillon (91170) has chosen an original approach for its Christmas festivities: rather than a market concentrated on a single weekend, it offers a festive program spread over four weeks, from November 28th to December 24th. This initiative, named 'On the path to Christmas', multiplies festive events throughout the Advent period, thus reaching a much wider audience.

Entertainment, shows, and workshops

The Viry-Châtillon program during the holidays consists of several types of events. Shows are organized at various times throughout the weeks, offering music, dance, or theater adapted to the Christmas theme. Creative workshops are set up for children and families, allowing them to make handmade decorations, cards, and gifts. Street entertainment punctuates the weekends, creating a festive atmosphere in the town center. Street performers, Christmas characters walking around, and light installations contribute to the magic of Advent.

A Christmas market with chalets and exhibitors

The market itself brings together exhibitors offering local and regional crafts, Christmas decorations, jewelry, clothing, accessories, and gastronomic products. The illuminated chalets create a friendly setting conducive to Christmas shopping in a warm atmosphere. Mulled wine, sweet specialties, and light catering complete the offerings for visitors.

Viry-Châtillon, a town in motion

With its approximately 32,000 inhabitants, Viry-Châtillon is one of the most populous municipalities in Essonne. The town borders the Seine south of the Parisian agglomeration and benefits from good public transport links via the RER D. The Christmas winter program is one of the highlights of local cultural and festive life, eagerly awaited each year by residents and visitors from neighboring towns.