At Paris's New Year's Eve celebration, the Champs-Élysées traditionally hosts large crowds and illuminated festivities.
The Champs-Élysées is Paris's best-known ceremonial avenue, running between the Place de la Concorde and the Arc de Triomphe. On New Year's Eve, people have traditionally gathered along the avenue to watch projections, lights, and the midnight celebration around the Arc de Triomphe.
Celebration formats can change because of crowd control, public safety, weather, and official programming. In some years, the city has used video mapping or a fireworks display, while other years have emphasized illumination and public viewing. The exact program should not be treated as permanent.
The avenue's name is often translated as “Elysian Fields,” referring to the paradise of Greek mythology. It is part of Paris's historic axis and is distinct from the nearby Eiffel Tower, which is another popular landmark but not the traditional name of this New Year's gathering place.