Christmas at the Château de Chantilly

From 30 November to 5 January 2024, the Château de Chantilly is staging an exceptional end-of-year event.
On the program: a new equestrian show, unusual visits and something to delight the taste buds of the most gourmet, all in a warm atmosphere. A magical and magical moment to experience with family or friends!

CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS AND ANIMATIONS
The unique expertise of Declercq Passementiers, a family-run business since 1852 and world-renowned for its trimmings, will be at the service of the magic of Christmas in Chantilly. Refined trimmings will create a warm and sumptuous atmosphere for an exceptional Christmas. Doudou et Compagnie has been creating toys for over twenty years, and is the world's leading soft toy specialist. With their cuddly bears and soft toys, the Grandes Écuries will be transformed into a magical place!

SANTA
Father Christmas will be popping his head into the Château to the delight of young and old alike! This is the time for your children to write their famous letter to Father Christmas. From 14 December, our little elves will be putting his express letterbox at their disposal, bound for the North Pole! To meet Santa, come along on 1, 4, 7, 8, 11, 14, 15, 18, 21, 22, 23 and 25 December 2024 from 2pm to 5pm.

CHRISTMAS EQUESTRIAN SHOW: "THE OLD ANGEL AND THE CHILD
An original show combining adventure, equestrian prowess, acrobatics, humour and song that will delight the whole family! From 30 November 2024 to 5 January 2025, show at 2.30pm and/or 4.30pm depending on the day. In addition to 1-day ticket.

CONCERT
On Saturday 7 December at 2.30pm, the Ménestrel children's choir (Chantilly and Aire Cantilienne music conservatory) welcomes young singers aged 6 to 9. They will perform the most beautiful Christmas carols in the courtyard of the château. It's an exceptional opportunity to express the joy of the festive season.

CHANTILLY CHRISTMAS EVENINGS
After the château closes, in the enchanting atmosphere of the festive season, three storytellers await visitors in different rooms to share Christmas stories for young and old alike. A unique evening to stroll around at your own pace, hand in your letter to Father Christmas in the Galerie des Cerfs and rediscover this heritage jewel in a festive atmosphere. 21, 22 and 23 December 2024. The castle will be open from 5.30pm to 9pm, with the first story starting at 5.45pm and the last at 8.15pm. By reservation, limited number of places

LES ATELIERS DE CREME CHANTILLY
The Confrérie des Chevaliers fouetteurs de crème Chantilly will teach participants how to whip up real Chantilly cream by hand. It's the perfect way to enhance your end-of-year desserts (Chantilly cream with chestnut cream, salted butter caramel, etc.). 21, 22, 23, 28, 29 and 30 December and 3, 4 and 5 January at 2pm. In addition to the 1-day ticket and on reservation.

A MINI CHRISTMAS MARKET
For those with a sweet tooth, there's a mini Christmas market where you can sample delicious crêpes, hot chocolate and many other delicacies!