Everything you need to know about Lyon's Fête des lumières

Lyon's Fête des lumières: Everything You Need to Know

Lyon resident and festival fan Caroline Conner explains the significance of Lyon's Fête des lumières, the biggest and most famous of France's winter festivals of lights.

The Fête des Lumières is a free, outdoor experience in the centre of Lyon, taking place from Thursday, December 8th to Sunday, December 11th at night time.

The Fête des Lumières is a unique experience with different artisans creating light installations throughout the city every year.

Author's summary: Lyon's Fête des lumières is a must-see winter festival.

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The Local The Local — 2025-10-12