PARIS THIS MONTH
FROM DECEMBER 7TH
Trade Shows & Art Fairs
If during the holiday season it is a tradition to take in a ballet or an opera then do not miss out on seeing Swan Lake at Opéra Bastille.
DECEMBER 1-4 CARROUSEL DES METIERS D’ART ET DE CREATION
An Evening at the Ballet
Superb show bringing together a multitude of arts and craftsmen from France and around the world exhibiting design pieces, decor and fashion, making for a unique gift-shopping venue. Open from 2pm-6pm on the 1st, from 10am-8pm on the 2nd and 3rd, and from 10am-6pm on the 4th. www.carrousel-metiers-art.com
Place de la Bastille (12th), 08 92 89 90 90
Carrousel du Louvre, 99 rue de Rivoli (1st)
DECEMBER 1-4 SALON DU CHEVAL DE PARIS The Paris Horse Show is regarded as one of the finest in the world. Dedicated to the universe of the horse, it embodies equestrian elegance. Breeders will be on hand as well as over 2300 horses, ponies and donkeys. A host of competitions and everything related to the world of horses are all on the agenda. The show is open from 10am-7pm, until 8pm on the 2nd and 3rd. www.salon-cheval.com
Pop-Up Shopping ALL MONTH Discover 150 different French designers and brands at the La Fabrique du Père Noël pop-up store and find last minute gift ideas or simply gift yourself with a made in France item to make all your friends back home jealous. Open daily. 6 rue des Archives (4th)
Parc des Expositions de Paris-Nord Villepinte
DECEMBER 2-5 SALON SAVEURS This is a joyful celebration of glorious French gastronomy with regional specialties and luxury foods and a place to purchase and savour delicacies. The show is open from 10am-8pm, until 9:30pm on the 2nd, and until 6pm on the 5th. www.salon-saveurs.com Espace Champerret, Place de la Porte de Champerret (17th)
DECEMBER 3-11 NAUTIC SALON NAUTIQUE This is a premium trade show for boating enthusiasts. Sailboats, motorboats and the latest yachts are all on hand for this annual rendezvous of the sea. The show is open from 10am-7pm, until 10pm on the 9th, and until 6pm on the 11th. www.salonnautiqueparis.com Paris Expo, Blvd Victor (15th)
DECEMBER 31ST Bring in 2017 with colourful lights. Marvel at the City of Light as it gets even brighter with the dazzling fireworks show at the Arc de Triomphe. Happy New Year!
This show takes you on a holiday to swimming pool and wellness installations for the home or for professionals. The show displays everything from deck chairs to outdoor furnishings to saunas and hammams. The show is open from 10am-7pm, until 10pm on the 9th, and until 6pm on the 11th. www. salonpiscineparis.com Paris Expo, Blvd Victor (15th)
DECEMBER 10-11 SALON DES GALERIES ET DES COLLECTIONNEURS ENGAGES This art show, being held for the first time this year, brings together galleries specialised in contemporary international art and encourages exchanges between gallery owners and collectors, with each stand being conceived as an exhibition. The show is open from 1pm-7pm. www.galeristes.fr Carreau du Temple 4 rue Eugène-Spuller (3rd)
Swan Lake © Ann Ray/OnP; Fireworks © istock
Happy New Year
DECEMBER 3-11 SALON DE LA PISCINE & BIEN-ETRE
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