Grand événement paris ile de france guide - activities

5 free castles around Paris to discover this Sunday, June 2, 2024, 1st Sunday of the month

On the first Sunday of the month, certain monuments, and in particular châteaux, open their doors to us for a free visit. How about taking advantage of this Sunday, June 2, 2024, to treat yourself to one of the sublime châteaux of our Ile-de-France heritage? Don't forget, some of them require free advance reservations, so be sure to check and prepare your visits in advance.

Paris Games Week 2024: ticket sales open for the next edition at Porte de Versailles

Paris Games Week is back at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, for a new, even more exciting edition. Rendezvous from October 23 to 27, 2024 for the 13th edition... And ticketing is now open!

The Pardon National de la Batellerie, Conflans-Sainte-Honorine's big nautical festival (78)

From June 14 to 16, 2024, come and discover the Pardon National de la Batellerie, an unmissable tradition in the town of Conflans-Sainte-Honorine (78).

1km de danse, a free, festive day in Pantin along the Canal de l'Ourcq

Feel like dancing without stopping for a day? The festive "1km de danse" event returns on Saturday, May 25, 2024, to get you moving on the banks of the Canal de l'Ourcq in Pantin.

The July 14, 2024 fireworks display on the Eiffel Tower in Paris, the special Olympic program

The long-awaited fireworks display from the Eiffel Tower returns on the evening of July 14, 2024. As you can imagine, it's a special edition that awaits us on the occasion of the Paris Olympic Games. The theme of this year's fireworks is "Liberty".

Paris Plages expands for 2024, a new place to relax and swim

A special edition awaits us this year for Paris Plage 2024. Not two, but 3 sites will brighten up the summer season with different opening dates.

Kiosks celebrate the Games with free events in squares and gardens around Paris

Every year, the Mairie de Paris organizes Kiosques en fête, a program of free events in the gardens of Paris. For this special year, the kiosks are getting into the spirit of the Olympic Games, with a rich program of free events. With 40 kiosks offering music, shows, readings, DJ sets and more, from May to December, you're in for a treat!

Solidays 2024 in Paris: Anitta, Caballero & JeanJass, Busy P... join the line-up

Solidays returns to Paris in 2024 for a new edition that's as festive and supportive as ever! Mark your calendars, the world-famous music festival is coming to the Hippodrome de ParisLongchamp from Friday June 28 to Sunday June 30, 2024 with a new series of tasty and memorable concerts. On the program? British artist Sam Smith, rappers Gazo & Tiakola, Louise Attaque and electro artist Martin Garrix, not to mention Mika, Diplo, Adèle Castillon, Werenoi, Charlotte Cardin, Laurent Garnier, Sam Quealy and So La Lune... Here's the line-up for each day!

Mondial de l'Auto 2024 in Paris: tickets, dates, prices and opening hours

The Mondial de l'Auto makes its grand return to Paris, at the Parc des expositions de Versailles, from Tuesday, October 15 to Sunday, October 20, 2024. Don't miss this opportunity to discover the future of the automobile, with concept cars, world premieres and numerous events. Note that tickets are available at a preferential rate, so now's the time to book smart.

The Chemin de fer des Chanteraines celebrates its 40th anniversary with a free weekend of events in May.

This year, on Ascension weekend 2024, a major event is taking place in Gennevilliers' Parc des Chanteraines: and with good reason, it's a special occasion, as the Chemin de fer des Chanteraines celebrates its 40th anniversary that weekend.

NBA Paris Game 2025: San Antonio Spurs - Indiana Pacers, two games at Accor Arena

NBA games are back in Paris! Like last year, French fans will be able to attend a basketball league game at the Accor Arena in Paris. Join us on January 23 and 25, 2025, to see the San Antonio Spurs and Indiana Pacers.

Paris Face Cachée, the next edition in 2025 to discover the underside of the capital

The Paris Face Cachée event returns for a new edition in 2025. The concept invites us to discover secret spots and behind-the-scenes jobs through free or low-cost behind-the-scenes tours of the capital. A great way to discover places closed to the public in February. Stay tuned for dates and program.

Where to see the most beautiful wisteria in Paris and the Ile-de-France region?

Are you fascinated by the beauty of wisteria? From April to May, they reveal all their beauty. To make the most beautiful discoveries and take the most beautiful photos of these famous blue-purple flowers, we reveal the must-see and sometimes hidden and secret spots.

Les rendez-vous de la Madeleine, re-enactment weekends at the château de la Madeleine - photos

Les rendez-vous de la Madeleine are back from these April 27 and 28, 2024. Head for the Château de la Madeleine in Chevreuse, where we invite you to relive medieval life, free of charge, over 4 lively weekends from late April to October.

Esprit Jardin, the free plant festival of Versailles 2024, program

Esprit Jardin celebrates the Fête des Plantes de Versailles on April 27 and 28, 2024. On the program: plant and equipment sales, workshops, entertainment, shows and much more with free admission.

Knights' tournaments, shows and period costumes for the Dourdan Medieval Festival (91)

The Fête Médiévale de Dourdan, a not-to-be-missed event in southern Essonne, returns on June 1 and 2, 2024 for two days of entertainment on the theme of the Middle Ages. Embark on a two-day journey to the heart of the Middle Ages!

Camel, dromedary and llama parade finally confirmed at Bois de Vincennes

Camels, but also dromedaries, llamas and alpacas in Paris? This weekend, camelids were to take to the streets of the capital to mark the world year of these artiodactyl mammals. To celebrate the event, a large camelid parade was scheduled to take place in the heart of Paris this Saturday, April 20, 2024, with the participation of some thirty foreign delegations. However, the Prefecture de Police issued an order banning the event from the streets of Paris, proposing an alternative route through the Bois de Vincennes. The parade will therefore start this Saturday afternoon from the esplanade of the Château de Vincennes.

Prix de Diane Longines 2024: concert, chic picnic and elegance at the Hippodrome de Chantilly

The Prix de Diane Longines 2024 returns to Chantilly racecourse on Sunday June 16, 2024. As famous for its filly race as for its concours d'élégance, chic picnic and garden party atmosphere, the event is a must-see of the season!

Bal des Parisiennes 2024: the magic of a real Viennese ball at the Pavillon Dauphine in Paris - reservations

Saturday June 8, 2024, get out your ball gowns and elegant costumes to take part in the new edition of the Bal des Parisiennes! The Bal Viennois de Paris takes place this year at the Pavillon Dauphine, at the entrance to the Bois de Boulogne. It's the perfect opportunity to bring out your inner Cinderella!

Paris Fan Festival 2024, comics, manga and Korean village on the programme, the guests

Pop culture fans, this festival is for you! Between exhibitions and animations, meet your favorite movie and video game heroes at the Paris Fan Festival, April 27 and 28, 2024, at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles.