Experience the magic of the festiveseason and offer your teams an unforgettable moment: choose La Cité des Congrès Valenciennes to organize your corporate Christmas tree. It’s a uniqueopportunity to share joy and conviviality with every employee.
Our primary objective is to create a magical and wonderful event for your employeesand their families, a precious memory that strengthens bonds. We do our utmost to ensure that your Christmas tree is a great success for your company.
For a warm atmosphere all year round, our indoor spaces can be adapted to all types of festive events: magic shows, Christmas parties, themed entertainment or social and cultural activities. The modularity of the venues means that dedicated areas can be created for children, grandchildren, families or works councils (or CSE), making this event a warm, inclusive and unifying moment. Everyone present should feel welcome.
If you’d like to organize a Christmas tree party in an open, friendly setting, our terrace, patio and canopy offer the idealspace to welcome your group. These venues lend themselves perfectly to open-air entertainment, inflatables, food stalls, creative workshops and live shows. All in a Christmas market atmosphere, for total festive immersion and an unforgettable party atmosphere.
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Let our team of experts take charge oforganizing your corporate Christmas tree. We’ll put our know-how to work for you to create a wonderful effect.
We offer a wide range of Christmas activities to delight youngand oldalike: Christmas shows, Santa Claus, creative workshops, bauble workshops, festive themes, company parties, funactivities… All designed to bring people together, and create a convivial, memorable day. Dedicated areas with professional supervision( qualifiedentertainers ) can be set up for employees ‘ children , while adults enjoy a convivial moment with their colleagues. This type ofevent contributes fully to well-being in the workplace, by enhancing the human and collective value of your company.
A fairytale atmosphere or a made-to-measure setting? Our teams design unique Christmas decorations: Christmas tree, decorated tree, inflatable structures, themed staging, lights, garlands, photo booth, make-up booth… The setting becomes a magical universe for your participants. Decorations can reflect your corporate culture, making your event a festive extension of your values. Every detail counts to create the desiredeffect.
Cocktails, festive buffets, culinary entertainment, Christmas sweets or traditional meals: our network of local service providers offers menus to suit all budgets and tastes. Companiescan also customize servicesaccording to their own preferences. Gourmet delights are all part of the experience: cotton candy, crêpes, hot chocolate, homemade waffles, wooden games, sweets… a real family celebration, full of generosity and conviviality. It’s an ideal way to share a good time.
A dozen corporate Christmas trees organized every year
Up to 4,800 participants welcomed
15,000 m² of indoor and outdoor space
14 rooms, 2 halls and 1 modular terrace
1,120 parking spaces
These figures testify to our ability to host events of allsizes for every company.
Valenciennes offers almost 1,470 hotel rooms located close to the Cité des Congrès, ideal for guests coming from further a field or for any member of your company wishing to extend the pleasure. Solutions to suit all budgetsare available to extend the pleasure in comfortable surroundings. Some establishmentseven offer special holiday packages with Christmas decorations, Christmas gifts and children’s entertainment– a complete package for the end of theyear.
With over 20 activities available in the city, your guests will be able to extend the experience: escape games, museums, theater, bowling, skating rink, Christmas shopping… A unique opportunity to share a festive day and bring your teams together outside the workplace. Valenciennes is transformed into a real Christmas town, with its decorated streets, animated shop windows and festive atmosphere. The décor in the heart of the city is an invitation to discover and share.
A dynamic city
With its illuminated streets, Christmas markets and lively city center, Valenciennes offers the perfect backdrop to extend the magic of your Christmas tree. Ideally located and rich in end-of-year entertainment, the city combines joy, discovery and festive spirit. An unforgettable moment to offer your teams and their families. Valenciennes also offers street shows, concerts, funfairs, video games, light trails and an ice rink right in the heart of the city. A world of entertainment for all.
Our team of event professionals puts all its expertise to work to provide you with an incomparable experience. Our project managers, stage managers and technicians are seasoned in organizing events of all sizes and types. Whatever your needs, they’ll be with you every step of the way, offering sound advice and personalized support.
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Are you looking to organize a successful company seminar but not sure how to go about it? Would you like to offer tasty local cuisine and have ample space for all your staff? La Cité des Congrès Valenciennes is the ideal solution for your business event.
Located just outside Valenciennes, the Cité des Congrès is strategically positioned for easy access by car, train or plane. This location means that all your staff, whether from the region or elsewhere in France, can easily get to your event. Just a few minutes from downtown Valenciennes, the venue also offers access to the city’s many attractions, hotels and restaurants.
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Organizing a Christmas tree for your company involves several key steps. First, you need to define your objective and vision, then determine the budget. Next, it’s essential to choose a theme and set a date, ideally during the month of December. The selection of entertainment, logistical preparation and internal communication are also crucial. To make your event a success, don’t hesitate to ask for advice. Whether you go through an event agency or use our dedicated services, good organization is key. We can help you every step of the way.
There’s a wide choice of entertainment to delight young and oldalike! Don’t forget the Christmas show (storytelling, magic show), or Santa’s arrival to distribute gifts or gift vouchers. Creative workshops(bauble and Christmas ballworkshops), wooden games, photo booths and face painting are always popular. Don’t forget treats like cotton candy or original culinary entertainment. The aim is to create a festive and memorable atmosphere for every participant and employee. Every attraction counts.
The cost of a Christmas tree varies considerably. The final price depends on a number of factors: the date chosen, the number ofguests, thespace or hall selected, the type ofentertainment, the catering service and the decorations required. We have offersand tree packages to suit all budgets. To find out exactly how much your event will cost, it’s best to contact us for a personalized quote. We’ll help you decide on the best options for your needs. Our indicative rates are available on request.
Organizing a Christmas tree at your company goes far beyond mere tradition. It’s a convivial moment that brings teamsand their families together, reinforces cohesion and expresses theemployer ‘s recognition of each employee. This annual event makes a major contribution to well-being in the workplace, and conveys corporate valuesand culture. It’s an occasion for sharing and creating common memories, nurturing thefestive spirit and bringing employees together. More than just a party organized by an agency, it’s an investment in human capital.
Choosing the right venue is a crucial step. Several criteria need to be taken into account:capacity (number of people),accessibility for all participants, availability of spacesor rooms(indoor/outdoor), technical equipment required, and of course, the desiredambience and decor. Also consider logistics (parking, checkrooms) and services (catering, entertainment). Your event agency or our dedicated team can help you assess your needsand preferences to find the ideal venue. Reservations should be made well in advance, especially for the month of December. La Cité des Congrès Valenciennes offers a versatile solution.
TheChristmas tree is often a family celebration, so it’s essential to plan activities forthe younger crowd. There are plenty of activities for children, including the inevitable wooden games, face painting, creative workshops (drawing, baubles) and a magic show. The meeting with Santa Claus and the distribution of gifts is always a highlight. And don’t forget the inflatables, cotton candy and Christmas snacks. For older children, video games or a dedicated area may be a good idea. The important thing is to provide safe, appropriate entertainment, with the children well looked after by entertainersif necessary. Dreams and fun must be the order of the day.
Good communication is essential to generate commitment and ensure a high level of participation in your Christmas tree. Start early by publicizing theevent via internalcompany channels (intranet, e-mail, posters). Create attractive invitations (physical or digital) that make people want to attend and share key information: date, time, venue, program, target audience(employees, families, children). Use a festive tone to buildanticipation. Don’t forget to communicate practical details (registration, access, ticketing if applicable). The aim is to bring together as many people as possible and make the party a collective success. A dedicated website or intranet page can centralize all theinformation.
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