French Christmas market · 2026
Les Calend’Arles, Christmas in Arles
Planning a festive trip to Arles? Find the dates, location and official information you need before you travel.
In brief
Les Calend’Arles combines festive lights, concerts and street performances with Provençal and Camargue traditions. Nativity scenes, games and projections are announced for families at locations across the town.
2026 dates: 4 December 2026 – 3 January 2027. Location: Différents lieux de la commune, Arles, Bouches-du-Rhône, France. Free admission.
Plan your visit
Plan your visit
2026
Useful travel tips
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Check the organiser’s website shortly before travelling to Arles, as opening hours and individual activities may change.
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For a weekend visit, compare rail access and parking before choosing accommodation in Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur.
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Allow extra time when the programme is spread across several squares or opening periods.
What we have checked
Confirmed dates are clearly marked. If the organiser has not released the 2026 programme yet, we say so rather than recycling last year’s dates.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
When is Christmas in Arles in 2026?
The confirmed overall period is from 4 December to 3 January 2027. Any separate opening periods are shown on this page.
Where does the event take place?
The event is held in Arles, in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region of France. Use the official source for the latest access details.
Where can I check last-minute changes?
Use the official organiser or tourism link shown on this page before setting off.