Marché de Noël – French Holiday Gift Market

Saturday, December 5, 2026 From 10:00 AM To 4:00 PM Add to Calendar 2026-12-05 10:00:00 2026-12-05 16:00:00 Marché de Noël – French Holiday Gift Market A joyful day of shopping and celebration for all ages. Sip spiced apple cider, savor raclette, crêpes, and locally roasted coffee, and browse books at the Harvard Book Store stand. Find French-inspired gifts, from tea towels and silk scarves to handmade ceramics and Brittany sea salt. Kids can enjoy crafts and story time. The French Library, 53 Marlborough St, Boston, Massachusetts, United States America/New_York

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Welcome to the 23rd edition of our Marché de Noël!

Celebrate over two decades of holiday cheer with us at our festive market, inspired by the magical holiday markets of France. For 22 years, exploring our Marché de Noël has been a cherished Boston tradition!

This year, our market will be even more family-friendly, with crafts, music, and special activities for kids of all ages. Visit our seasonally-decorated Beaux-Arts-style mansion, enjoy a cup of apple cider, and shop our beautiful array of French-inspired jewelry, housewares, books, gourmet treats, and more. Indulge in fresh crêpes bretonnes by Sonia and delicious French specialties from La Nouvelle Maison of Winchester, along with tastings of fine food, wine, and spirits throughout the day. There’s something for everyone on your list!

Free for members and children under the age of 14 | $3 advance tickets until December 3 | $5 after December 1 Members must register online in advance to receive their complimentary tickets and to take advantage of discounts offered by our merchants.

Become a French Library Member so you can enjoy the many benefits of membership on the day of Le Marché and throughout the year. Memberships can be purchased in advance either online or during Le Marché. They also make wonderful gifts for the Francophiles in your life!

Event in French and English

Holiday Market + Warm Spiced Apple Cider

Free for members

Free

Early Bird: $3 until Dec 1 + Warm Spiced Apple Cider

Early Bird

About this Event

Holiday Craft Tables, sponsored by OMY (10:00 AM – 4 PM)

Families are invited to our craft tables, sponsored by OMY, for a creative, hands-on holiday activity for all ages.

Traditional Alsatian Decorations Workshop (10:30AM - 12 PM)

Families can enjoy a hands-on craft atelier featuring holiday decorations inspired by Alsatian traditions. Special treats, music, and festive surprises will make the day memorable for all!

Traditional Alsatian Decorations Workshop (10:30AM - 3 PM)

Families can enjoy a hands-on craft atelier featuring holiday decorations inspired by Alsatian traditions. Special treats, music, and festive surprises will make the day memorable for all!

L'Heure du Conte with Chloé ! (12:30 - 1:00 PM)

From 12:00pm to 12:30pm, we invite parents and children (recommended age 3-6 years old) to gather in the children's room of our library for Benoit's story time in French! It will feature a selection of magical stories.

Enter our raffle!

Remember to enter our FREE raffle for a chance to win a fabulous gift for you or your loved ones.

Enjoy a French-themed market!

We'll have a line-up of fantastic vendors throughout the day: Beautiful Amore Skincare, Cadeau Boutique , Del’s Coffee Roasters , Fresh Cut Yarn, Gourmet Delights by Sonia, Harvard Bookstore, Louis Sel, Nouvelle Maison, Boutique de Soie, Muddle On Cermanics, Olive & Branch , Petite Pensée , Praliné and more! Don't miss out on this opportunity to shop for French treats, libations, and gifts!

Photos from previous Marchés de Noël

French-inspired gifts

Eiffel towers, milled soaps, real mustard and all the familiar French touches abound.

Treats for all ages

Whether its fresh breads and pastries or a piping hot crêpe, the Marché de Noël always offers something to tempt your taste buds.

A cup of cheer

What Marché de Noël would be complete without a delicious (and complimentary) cup of mulled wine or apple cider?

Holiday goûter

We go way beyond baguettes, with buttery croissants, warm pains au chocolat and delicious cinnamon buns.

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