Tours Christmas markets 2026
From November 27 to December 27, 2026, Tours lights up for the holiday season.
🎄Every year during the Advent season, the town located just an hour and ten minutes from Paris by train transforms into a fairy-tale setting, thanks to its Christmas markets.
☃️Thousands of visitors are expected to come and enjoy the magic of Christmas.
Come discover the wooden chalets installed in the historic center and enjoy the festive atmosphere and numerous activities.
As is the case every year, you will find around a hundred illuminated wooden chalets set up at Place de la Résistance, Boulevard Heurteloup, and Place Anatole.
🎁An opportunity to find some gifts to slip under the tree, such as decorative objects, wooden toys, and local creations.
At Place Anatole France, visit the gourmet market and its twenty or so gourmet chalets.
This market, open from November 20, 2026, to January 3, 2027, showcases the region's culinary specialties.
It's hard to resist the fragrant aromas of mulled wine and gingerbread!
You'll even be delighted to warm up with a delicious tartiflette or aligot!
The village is open every day from noon to 10 p.m., and until 11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday evenings.
On December 25, the market will be open from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m., and on January 1, from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Numerous activities are organized throughout the Christmas market in Tours. You can enjoy concerts, DJ sets, and street performances.
🎅Your children, meanwhile, will be delighted to ride the rides and meet Santa Claus on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
Face painting sessions are also offered for toddlers at Place de la Résistance every Saturday afternoon.
Place Anatole France: discover the Ferris Wheel and the 1,000 m² Roller Skating Rink for unforgettable family moments!
🎆Throughout the holiday season, Tours dons its lights.
The shopping streets, Place Plumereau, and Boulevard Heurteloup are adorned with sparkling decorations for a nighttime stroll.
📍The Tours Christmas Market will take place from November 27 to December 27, 2026, every day from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Late openings are held on Fridays and Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., on December 24 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., and on December 25 from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Book your hotel in Tours city center now to make the most of the Christmas market.
The Best Western Plus L'Artist enjoys a prime location, 300 meters from the train station and close to shops and restaurants.
Located on a quiet street, it offers 53 comfortable and spacious rooms with a contemporary design.
Our reception is open 24/7 and offers a luggage storage service.
The hotel's secure parking lot has 19 parking spaces. You can also park on the hotel's street.
✨Book your hotel in Tours now!
🎄Every year during the Advent season, the town located just an hour and ten minutes from Paris by train transforms into a fairy-tale setting, thanks to its Christmas markets.
☃️Thousands of visitors are expected to come and enjoy the magic of Christmas.
Come discover the wooden chalets installed in the historic center and enjoy the festive atmosphere and numerous activities.
An unmissable magical break for the end of the year in Tours
As is the case every year, you will find around a hundred illuminated wooden chalets set up at Place de la Résistance, Boulevard Heurteloup, and Place Anatole.
🎁An opportunity to find some gifts to slip under the tree, such as decorative objects, wooden toys, and local creations.
The Gourmet Market
At Place Anatole France, visit the gourmet market and its twenty or so gourmet chalets.
This market, open from November 20, 2026, to January 3, 2027, showcases the region's culinary specialties.
It's hard to resist the fragrant aromas of mulled wine and gingerbread!
You'll even be delighted to warm up with a delicious tartiflette or aligot!
The village is open every day from noon to 10 p.m., and until 11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday evenings.
On December 25, the market will be open from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m., and on January 1, from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Entertainment for the whole family
Numerous activities are organized throughout the Christmas market in Tours. You can enjoy concerts, DJ sets, and street performances.
🎅Your children, meanwhile, will be delighted to ride the rides and meet Santa Claus on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
Face painting sessions are also offered for toddlers at Place de la Résistance every Saturday afternoon.
Place Anatole France: discover the Ferris Wheel and the 1,000 m² Roller Skating Rink for unforgettable family moments!
Illuminations throughout the city of Tours
🎆Throughout the holiday season, Tours dons its lights.
The shopping streets, Place Plumereau, and Boulevard Heurteloup are adorned with sparkling decorations for a nighttime stroll.
When will the Tours Christmas Market be held?
📍The Tours Christmas Market will take place from November 27 to December 27, 2026, every day from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Late openings are held on Fridays and Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., on December 24 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., and on December 25 from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Prepare your getaway to Touraine for the Christmas market
Book your hotel in Tours city center now to make the most of the Christmas market.
The Best Western Plus L'Artist enjoys a prime location, 300 meters from the train station and close to shops and restaurants.
Located on a quiet street, it offers 53 comfortable and spacious rooms with a contemporary design.
Our reception is open 24/7 and offers a luggage storage service.
The hotel's secure parking lot has 19 parking spaces. You can also park on the hotel's street.
✨Book your hotel in Tours now!
