Explore France showcases events all year long, highlighting everything from historical occasions to gastronomic experiences. From the Nice Carnival on the Côte d'Azur to Strasbourg's oldest Christmas market, France is a vibrant centre for festivities.

 

Travellers who plan to visit France can check out the below calendar of major events to plan their travel:

 

JANUARY

 

Opéra Garnier 150th anniversary: In January 2025, the Opéra Garnier celebrates its 150th anniversary. From ballets and operettas to concerts and recitals, this imposing monument never ceases to surprise and amaze its audiences.

 

FEBRUARY

 

The Nice Carnaval: Nice will be showcasing Pop Culture at the 152nd edition of its traditional Carnival. On the programme: corsi and flower battles, to give you a monumental experience with grandiose costumes and decorations!

 

MARCH

 

Paris Fashion Week: Twice a year, almost 100 fashion shows take over the most prestigious venues in Paris. The eyes of the world are turned to the City of Light for Fashion Week, a not-to-be-missed event in the world of fashion.

 

APRIL

 

Chaumont-sur-Loire International Garden Festival: Chaumont-sur-Loire International Garden Festival surprises visitors each year with unique plant creations especially from April to November, featuring rare species and unusual blooms.

 

MAY

 

Nuit Blanche in Paris & Ile-de-France: A night of cultural experiences all over the capital with artistic installations and events offered in museums, cultural venues, and public spaces.

 

JUNE

 

Cézanne 2025: Celebrate 'Cézanne 2025' event through a journey in Aix-en-Provence and its surroundings with exhibitions, art trails, and vineyards, highlighting the post-impressionist master and modern art precursor.

 

JULY

 

Tour de France: It's a much-anticipated summer event. The Tour de France electrifies the roads of France to the rhythm of a peloton led by the yellow jersey!

 

AUGUST

 

The Fête du Lac in Annecy: La Fête du Lac d'Annecy 2025, set in the heart of the French Alps, offers a stunning showcase of fireworks, music, and art against the beautiful backdrop of Lake Annecy. This festival is a must-see celebration!

 

SEPTEMBER

 

American Film Festival in Deauville: The event presents around a hundred American films over ten days and welcomes actors and directors to the Normandy seaside resort. As every year, Deauville will go American between the screenings, the red carpet and the famous tables overlooking the sea...

 

OCTOBER

 

Fondation Louis Vuitton Exhibition: The Fondation Louis Vuitton is hosting a Pop Art exhibition featuring Tom Wesselmann and nearly 150 works by artists like Andy Warhol, Ai Weiwei, Yayoi Kusama, and Roy Lichtenstein, exploring the influence of popular culture on the movement.

 

NOVEMBER

 

Opening of Christmas markets: From handcrafted gifts to delicious seasonal treats, these markets are the perfect place to kick off the holiday season.

 

DECEMBER

 

Fêtes des Lumières in Lyon: The Festival of Lights is an opportunity to admire the city of Lyon in a new, artistic and festive light, and to plunge into the enchantment of Christmas. -TradeArabia News Service