Great Winter Street Sale of the Nîmes Merchants

The Great Winter Street Sale: the commercial highlight of January in Nîmes

Each year in January, the city center of Nîmes pulses to the rhythm of its Great Winter Street Sale, a commercial event that has become a must in the Nîmes calendar. Organized by the City of Nîmes, this event mobilizes over 1,000 shops in the heart of the city for several days of promotions, stock clearance, and great deals accessible to all.

Over 1,000 shops mobilized

The Great Winter Street Sale stands out for the scale of its commercial mobilization. Indeed, over 1,000 shops participate in the event, making the center of Nîmes a huge shopping area at reduced prices. Among the participants, more than 75% are independent brands, giving the street sale an authentic character rooted in the local commercial fabric: from ready-to-wear to decoration, including shoes, accessories, Southern lifestyle, and well-being treatments.

An event serving local commerce

The Great Winter Street Sale is part of the policy to support city center commerce promoted by the Nîmes municipality. By concentrating promotions over several consecutive days, it creates a commercial draw that benefits all participating shops and generates a significant flow of visitors to the historic center. This collective effort allows independent retailers to compete with major brands and online stores during the slow period following the holidays.

Free parking, a major asset

To facilitate visitor access, the City of Nîmes is offering free surface parking for the entire duration of the street sale. This practical measure, highly appreciated by residents of the agglomeration, contributes to the event's attractiveness and encourages shopping in the city center. It also helps to reduce congestion in underground parking lots and revitalize pedestrian streets.

Practical Information

The Great Winter Street Sale generally takes place over three days, from Thursday to Saturday, in January. Opening hours are those of the participating shops, from 10 am to 7 pm. To find out the exact dates for the upcoming edition, consult the website of the City of Nîmes or the program published on the Tourist Office website.