The end of year holidays are fast approaching and with them the unmissable Christmas markets and toy markets. Here is a (non) exhaustive list.
Towns and villages are adorned with festive lights and squares with sheds. Christmas markets are springing up almost everywhere, as the end-of-year holidays approach, as well as toy markets to please without breaking the bank. A quick overview of appointments in the department.
November 23
Neuville-aux-Bois. Place du Général Leclerc. From 2:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. By the municipality and the Commercial Union.
Sainte-Geneviève-des-Bois. At the Colette space. 40 exhibitors, activities for children and upon registration with the town hall floral workshop. From 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Nogent-sur-Vernisson. In the room of the La Gaîté café. From 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Beaulieu-sur-Loire. Multipurpose room. Christmas art fair. Bellocean Arts and Leisure Organization. On site painting, sculpture, photography, crafts. From 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and from 2 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. until December 1st. Free entry.
Ousson-sur-Loire. Christmas market. At the Lucien-Supplissiau multipurpose room on Saturday November 23 and Sunday November 24. Organization by the cultural commission. Various exhibitors, various activities, carriage rides, raffle, face painting, stroll by the Cozy-swing Factory group from 11 a.m. on Sunday, catering and mulled wine. From 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
November 24
Villemandeur. Daudet Gymnasium. From 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. By the MJC of Villemandeur.
The Bardon. Christmas market in the multipurpose room, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Many exhibitors and Santa Claus visit at 11 a.m. and 4 p.m.
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Saint-Jean-de-la-Ruelle. In Unison. From 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. By the Party and Leisure Association.
Dammarie-sur-Loing. Christmas market. Bouge organization in Loiret. Around the multipurpose room. Sale of Christmas trees, mulled wine and catering. From 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
A crowded Christmas market in Bazoches-les-Gallerandes
November 26
Saran. From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the village hall. Organized by USM Saran basketball.
November 29
Montargis. Saint-Louis school complex. At 4:30 p.m.
Orléans. From November 29 to January 5, in the city center. Ferris wheel, thrill ride for children, big parade, entertainment, chalets on three squares (read details below).
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Pithiviers. As part of its twinning with the Aide au développement au Mali association, La Boîte à idées is organizing its Christmas market, Friday from 2 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., in the center of cultural activities.
November 30th
Fleury-les-Aubrais. Designer market and flea market from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., at the Usine du Moule à gaufres (4, rue André-Dessaux). Also on site are food trucks, a concert and exhibitions. The venue will also host Matricule Bis this weekend, a festival on video games and digital arts.
November 30 and December 1
Saint-Cyr-en-Val. 90 exhibitors by Saint-Cyr en Fête in the multipurpose room and village hall, Saturday from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m.; Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Sully-sur-Loire. Boulevard du Champ-de-Foire. Farm, entertainment, free photo with Santa, catering, wine and hot chocolate. From 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Dordives. Christmas market. Village hall from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Presence of Father and Mother Christmas from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m., ugly sweater competition and “Minion” mascot from 2 p.m.
Many visitors to the Christmas market in Fay-aux-Loges
Saint-Jean-de-la-Ruelle. School of the Holy Guardian Angels. Saturday from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Boiscommun. The festival committee is organizing a Christmas market, Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the village hall. Basket to be won, photos with Santa…
Méréville. The Union of Traders and Craftsmen is organizing a Christmas market, Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the village hall.
December 1
Chilleurs-aux-Bois. Bernard Thomas municipal gymnasium. From 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Jargeau. Christmas market, gastronomy and book fair, in the multipurpose room from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. By Tessier.
Mareau-aux-Prés. 18th Saint-Nicolas Market. In the multipurpose room from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. By the twinning committee.
Ouzouer-sur-Trézée. Firefighters' Christmas market, by the Ouzouer firefighters. In the multipurpose room from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Châteauneuf-sur-Loire. 5th edition of the craft market: “handmade” or “homemade” creators and producers. At Espace Florian from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. FREE ENTRANCE. Such. 06 52 27 98 13.
Donnery. Numerous exhibitors, village hall and outdoor parking from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Such. 02 38 59 20 10.
Vannes-sur-Cosson. By the festival committee, in the village hall from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Aschères-le-Marché. The festival committee is organizing a Christmas market on Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the market hall. Local artisans and producers. Mulled wine, refreshments…
The opportunity, in these markets, to meet, perhaps, Santa Claus?
December 6
Chanteau. Town Hall Christmas market, Church Square all day.
December 7
Bou. All day on the Church Square.
Ferrières-en-Gâtinais. By the festival committee. In the city center from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Courcelles-le-Roi. The festival committee is organizing a semi-night Christmas market, Saturday December 7 from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. Musical entertainment, carriage rides.
Courtenay. December 7 and 8. Exhibitors, entertainment, under the Hall and Place Arnand-Chesneau from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Saint-Denis-de-l’Hôtel. December 7 and 8. Exhibitors, chalets, carousel, illuminated night parade, musicians and fireworks.
December 8
Sandillon. Enchanted ride in Santa's carriage, a little steam train for a journey in a Christmas setting. Giant games, entertainment and gastronomy, in the center all day long.
Villorceau. Village hall from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. By the Cravant-Villorceau EPA.
Vitry-aux-Loges. Christmas and winter market. Cheeses, vegetables, craft beers, bread, honey, takeaway meals (caterers, burgers), ceramic objects.
Montcresson. In the André-Bouvet multipurpose room. 13th Christmas market. From 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Object made by the association, raffle, bar and pastry shop. Organization of the Arts et Passions association.
December 13
Cléry-Saint-André. Christmas night market, courtyard of the Town Hall from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Let's go. December 13 and 14. 26th market, more than 150 exhibitors, and activities, in the streets of the town.
Fleury-les-Aubrais. From December 13 to 15. Christmas village, on Place Abbé-Pasty.
December 14
Saint-Benoît-sur-Loire. Christmas market on December 14 and 15. By the Festival Committee. At the Robert-Souesme space. The 14th from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. and the 15th from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Bonny-sur-Loire. In the multipurpose room Saturday December 14 and Sunday December 15 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. By the Bonychonne Association.
Mareau-aux-Prés. By the Mareau Z'Idées Association. Christmas market for designers, under the Hall from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Olivet. Place Louis-Salé from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. By the City of Olivet.
Semoy. All day market
Baskets. Place Saint-Germain. From 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saran. Christmas market on December 14 and 15, Chêne-Maillard district, in the parking lot on avenue des Champs-Gareaux.
December 15
Paucourt. By the Parents' Association, in the village hall from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
December 20
Gone. Christmas village, ice rink, fireworks, exhibitors, artisans, show, fireworks, in the city center from December 20 to 22.
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