What to do in Lyon and its surroundings during the Christmas holidays?

Magical shows at the Théâtre des Célestins

This year, the Théâtre des Célestins is hosting a unique queer cabaret orchestrated by Monsieur K., former artistic director of the famous Madame Arthur. Every evening, extravagant artists like La Big Bertha or Carmen Maria Vega amaze you with numbers combining song, dance and theater in a sensual and offbeat universe. And if you're looking for an original gift idea, the Christmas shop offers tote bags, notebooks and gift vouchers to prolong the magic. An event not to be missed from December 26 to 31 for a colorful end of the year!

Get the most adrenaline at OnlyKart

20 minutes from Lyon, OnlyKart is a temple of fun. With 11 activities for all ages, this complex promises unforgettable moments with family or friends: indoor and outdoor karting, bowling, laser game, karaoke, and much more. Special mention for its unique slopes in Europe, including a 270-degree spiral! Open 7 days a week, even on public holidays, it is the ideal place to combine thrills and laughter during the holidays.

A dive into adventure with Enigmatic Escape Game

Test your team spirit in one of the 7 immersive rooms at Enigmatic Lyon, are you excited? On the menu: puzzles suitable for families, such as The Mystery of Blackbeardto horror theaters like The Curse of the Circusthere is something for all tastes and all ages. Open every day until 11:30 p.m., this live escape game is perfect for spicing up your vacation or finding an original gift idea thanks to their gift vouchers. To book, click here!

Full of thrills at Walibi Park

For the holidays, Walibi Rhône-Alpes puts on its most beautiful Christmas costume! During the Christmas holidays, the Avenières Veyrins-Thuellin leisure park transforms into a true enchanted kingdom. With its 29 attractions and special events, it is the ideal place to experience the magic of the holidays with the family. Immerse yourself in a magical atmosphere as you stroll among sparkling decorations and enjoy unique shows like the Christmas Show, where acrobatic elves will dazzle you, or the Winter Circus, an enchanting mix of juggling and dancing. A specially designed ice rink is also included!

A leap in time at the Pompeii exhibition at La Sucrière

Since December 13, 2024, the exhibition “ Pompeii, Immortal City » settles at La Sucrière in Lyon, after having won over audiences in the United States, Canada and Belgium. Prepare to relive the tragic history of this city frozen in time, affected by the devastating eruption of Mount Vesuvius in the year 79 AD. Far from the frozen image of ruins and petrified statues, this immersive exhibition takes you back to the vibrant daily life of the Pompeians before everything changed. And the result is both magical and striking. To book, click here!

The magic of the light show “Fourvière in Voice“

From December 26 to 31, the Fourvière basilica lights up with “Fourvière in Voice“, a free show of sound and light projections celebrating the history and female figures of Lyon. From Sainte Blandine to the resistance fighters Élise Rivet and Daisy Georges-Martin, this visual and sound immersion revisits 2000 years of history in a magical setting. magical moment to share with family, from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Processionthe Cirque du Soleil show at the LDLC Arena

For the first time in Lyon, the famous show Procession of Cirque du Soleil takes place at the LDLC Arena from December 26 to 29. Between spectacular acrobatics and theatrical atmosphere, this festive parade imagined by a clown explores the boundaries between dream and reality. A moving and magical performance which marks the 40th anniversary of Cirque du Soleil, absolutely worth discovering during the holidays. Reservations can be made here!

5 avenue Simone Veil – Décines-Charpieu
Thursday December 26, 2024 at 8 p.m., Friday December 27, 2024 at 4 & 8 p.m., Saturday December 28, 2024 at 12 p.m., 4 p.m. & 8 p.m. and Sunday December 29, 2024 at 1 p.m. and 5 p.m.
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The sublime sounds and lights”Genesis” at the Palais de la Bourse

Since December 7, the magnificent Palais de la Bourse has become the setting for a breathtaking show entitled Genesis: The Story of Creation. Through 4 visual and audio scenes, this artistic immersion immerses you in the 7 days of the creation of the world, celebrating the beauty of nature and fundamental elements. A captivating and poetic experience to amaze young and old to devour with their eyes! Entries start at €7 here and the show remains visible until the end of January 2025.