Through December 13
International jazz festival
Jazzycolors presents musicians from around the world in Paris’s national culture centers.
Various locations, Paris
December 14
French movies with English subtitles
Lost in Frenchlation presents Rien à Perdre (All to Play For) directed by Delphine Dologet.
Luminor, Paris
December 15
Naples by night
The Louvre presents “Nuit Napoli,” an evening of concerts, workshops, karaoké and performances to celebrate its exhibition “Naples à Paris” before it closes on January 8. Free with museum ticket.
Louvre. Paris
Through December 16
Emerging artists
The Île-de-France department presents “FoRTE #5,” an exhibition of creative projects by emerging artists who received regional funding.
Frac, Romainville
December 17
Santa Dash
Thousands of people in Santa costumes take to the streets of Issy-les-Moulineaux for the Corrida de Noël, a 10K run in support of several charities.
Issy-les-Moulineaux, Île-de-France
December 9-20
Culture in the 12th arrondissement
Festival 12×12 showcases the best sculpture, photography, dance, music and theater of the 12th arrondissement.
Various locations, Paris
Through December 21
Contemporary arts festival
The Festival d’Automne presents leading international talents in art, dance, film, theater and more.
Various venues, Paris & Île de France
November 18-December 24
African music and film
The Africolor cultural festival puts African music in the spotlight.
Various venues, Paris suburbs
December 29
Costume ball
The Hôtel de la Marine puts on a costume ball, with a free performance in the courtyard. Visitors with tickets can participate in dances in the ballroom.
Hôtel de la Marine, Paris
Through December 31
Free outdoor concerts
Free music in the bandstands of Paris’s parks and gardens for Kiosques en Fête.
Various locations, Paris
Throughout December
Festive activities
Magical châteaux, ice skating and family fun: a comprehensive list of Paris’s Christmas events.
Various locations, Paris
December 20-January 4
King of blockbusters
The David Lean retrospective will feature such blockbusters as Dr. Zhivago, The Bridge On the River Kwai and Lawrence of Arabia, as well as more intimate films like Brief Encounter.
La Cinémathèque Française, Paris
December 27-January 7
Holiday wonderland
The Festival du Merveilleux returns with a fabulous celebration of all things fairground.
Musée des Arts Forains, Paris
Through January 8
Holiday markets
Mulled wine and gifts galore: a full list of holiday markets in Paris.
Various locations, Paris
Through January 10
The lights go on
A list of all the holiday illuminations in Paris.
Various locations, Paris
Through January 14
Art in theater
The works of 50 artists fill the Bernard Jordan gallery space in the Théâtre du Rond-Point’s O. Bookstore for the exhibition “Le Bal du Rond-point.”
Théâtre du Rond-Point, Paris
Through January 21
Dalí illuminated
Paintings by Salvador Dalí are transformed for the immersive light installation L’Art dans la Nature in the Parc de la Villette.
Parc de la Villette, Paris
Through January 21
Illuminated jungle
Jungle en Voie d’Illumination: this year’s festive illuminations in the Jardin de Plantes light up the world of the jungle. Pictured above: a chameleon.
Jardin de Plantes, Paris
January 18-February 18
Timely contemporary art
The Festival Hors Piste returns with artworks and events on the theme “The Rules of Sport.”