Toulouse at Christmas, we love it and you too!

The holiday season is approaching, bringing with it the wonderful atmosphere of Christmas, an unmissable time of year to experience in the heart of Toulouse, which is decked out in thousands of lights for the occasion. Markets, decorations, entertainment—everything is in place to immerse you in the magical atmosphere of Christmas Eve, not to mention numerous gift ideas, delicacies to taste, and the unique craftsmanship of artisans to discover at the markets.

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The Christmas market at Place du Capitole

Immerse yourself in the heart of the illuminated Christmas village at Place du Capitole! Covering 5,000 square meters, it is the main attraction of the holiday season with more than 90 white chalets. Local artisans gather to offer local products, including a wide variety of cheeses, wines, liqueurs, and charcuterie. Food lovers will delight in the aromas of roasted chestnuts, chocolates, nougatines, caramels... as well as the famous mulled wine that is a hit every year.

When it comes to gifts, you'll be spoiled for choice with a variety of stalls offering decorative items, clothing, accessories, jewelry, handcrafted creations, games, toys... Everything you need to fill the space under the tree on December 25.

A charity chalet is also open, dedicated to associations.

After browsing the stalls at the Capitole Christmas market, head to the ice rink to glide into the heart of the Christmas magic.

Date: November 27 to December 28, 2025

The Square de Gaulle Christmas Market

A wonderful enchanted village is setting up in Toulouse, spreading the magical atmosphere of Christmas during this festive season. Comprising 14 chalets, it gives pride of place to designers and artisans with four stands dedicated to them, providing an opportunity to stock up on gift ideas and delicacies. With large glass bubbles, incredible decorations, and a forest of fir trees, you'll be amazed by this sublime market, which offers a wide range of activities for children.

The star of the show? Santa's House, where you can take a wonderful souvenir photo, drop off your gift list, or take part in creative workshops on Wednesdays and weekends.

Date: November 27 to December 28, 2025

The Christmas market on Las Ramblas and Allées Jean Jaurès

Smaller but just as welcoming, this market is located between the 20-meter-high Grand Sapin Christmas tree and the Jean Jaurès metro station exit. The magic of Christmas is in full swing in the alleyway of elves, where 28 chalets have been set up, showcasing local designers and artisans. Jewelry, decorations, accessories, clothing... You'll find plenty of gift ideas to delight your loved ones as the holidays approach. Every week, new designers take their place in the chalets to present their work and creations to the wonderment of young and old alike.

The Jules Guesde Christmas Market

Here, around fifty chalets bring together artisans, producers, designers, associations, and companies involved in the Social and Solidarity Economy (SSE). Happy to share their values and missions with you, they offer a wide range of gift ideas and local and artisanal products at their stands, such as jewelry and local produce. Whether you're feeling peckish or ravenous, the Christmas market has something for everyone, with a range of food and drink on offer including pastries, crepes, chocolate, and the famous mulled wine. Take a stroll around the stalls, chat with the artisans, and enjoy the many activities on offer at the Christmas market on Allées Jules Guesde.

Date: November 29 to December 21, 2025

The magic of Christmas in Toulouse

What would Christmas be without Christmas trees, garlands, traditional carols, and bright decorations? Every year, Toulouse city center is transformed into an incredible wonderland, immersing young and old alike in the magical world of Christmas. With entertainment and illuminations, Toulouse pulls out all the stops for the festive season!

Christmas entertainment

The festivities begin with Christmas parades organized at the end of November and during the holidays, poetic and luminous shows that take over the boulevards and alleys. Of course, the arrival of Santa Claus is the most eagerly awaited event, whether on foot or by carriage, distributing candy, Ho Ho Ho's, and kind words to children who are amazed to meet him. Do you like to have fun? Here are a few ideas:

• The Christmas tree carousel on Rue Alsace-Lorraine
• The little train that runs through the Christmas village on Rue du Capitole
• The Christmas tree maze on Place Saint-Étienne (where you can buy your Christmas tree)

Christmas lights

Did you know that a forest of fir trees takes over Toulouse city center at Christmas? A total of 84 conical trees, each 5 meters tall, sparkle in the city streets, creating a magical atmosphere for visitors and residents alike. Not to mention the six giant fir trees, 8 to 12 meters tall, which tower over Toulouse's famous squares and the square in front of the Basilica of Saint-Sernin. When night falls, the garlands light up, the illuminated ceilings come on, and the decorations are revealed, magnificent sparkling installations that transform Toulouse into a sublime Christmas backdrop.

Find out more:

• The Christmas market on Place du Capitole is located near the "Capitole" metro stop (Line A), the "Jean Jaurès" stop (Lines A and B) or the "Jeanne d'Arc" stop (Line B).
• It is accessible to people with reduced mobility and play areas are placed just nearby to entertain children (Place du Capitole and Square Charles-de-Gaulle).

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