Alcohol - activities

Dry January, the month without alcohol: how can we meet this challenge in January 2025?

After tobacco-free month, alcohol-free month! Where does this Dry January challenge come from, and how do you go about it? We explain.

The Club des Vignerons Lauréats' Salon des Vins 2024 in Paris

On the weekend of November 15, 16 & 17, 2024, come and taste the wines of independent winegrowers in an exceptional setting. On the banks of the Seine, at the foot of the Eiffel Tower, the Club des Vignerons Lauréats invites you to the barge Le Paquebot to (re)discover their cuvées, produced in the four corners of France by 42 winemakers.

Roland-Garros 2024: alcohol is now banned in the stands after outbursts

"Alcohol is a thing of the past" at Roland-Garros, said tournament director Amélie Mauresmo, after a number of players criticized the atmosphere in the stands.

New Year's Eve 2024: consumption and purchase of alcohol banned in certain arrondissements this December 31

This Sunday, December 31, 2023, New Year's Eve, the Paris Prefecture de Police is reiterating, as it did last year, certain rules to ensure the festivities go smoothly. We take a look together.

French Beerpong Championship at the heart of the Foire de Paris, Porte de Versailles

In France, there are championships for everything, including beerpong, the American drinking game that involves a ping-pong ball, glasses and rarely sober participants. Try to win the French Championship, on May 4 and 5, 2024, at the Foire de Paris!

Ginsiders 2023 (formerly The Gin Addict Festival) at Carreau du Temple, the first trade fair dedicated to gin

Gin lovers, you're in for a treat! Ginsiders 2023 (formerly The Gin Addict Festival), France's first gin trade show, takes place at the Carreau du Temple from October 6 to 8, 2023.

France Quintessence 2023, the French spirits trade show

French spirits have their own show, and it's called France Quintessence! The 2023 edition of this show takes place on September 10 and 11, 2023 at the Salle Wagram. Calling all lovers of quality spirits!

Roland-Garros 2023: alcohol in the stands and a sharp rise in attendance

This year, there's unlimited alcohol in the aisles of Roland-Garros. The atmosphere in the grandstands and during the matches is sure to liven things up, especially during Opening Week, which saw a 75% increase in attendance over last year!

La Brasserie Gallia, visit and tastings at the Pantin beer factory

If you're a beer lover, you've probably heard of Gallia, the local brewery in the Paris region! For the passionate and the curious, it's possible to discover the secrets of brewing at the Pantin site, through guided tours and tastings. It's also an opportunity to stop off at the brewery's festive taproom!

Les Cuves de Fauve, the beer bar in the 11th arrondissement

We're off to discover Les Cuves de Fauve, the beer bar in the 11th arrondissement. On the menu, 16 drafts and dishes to share with friends.

Dugas Club Expert 2022 show at the Carreau du Temple

Once again, on Sunday September 18, 2022, the Dugas Club Expert show opens to the general public at the Carreau du Temple.

Paris: alcohol consumption prohibited around the Gare de Lyon this summer

Since July 19, 2022, the Prefecture of Police has banned the consumption and sale of alcohol on the Place Henri-Frenay, near the Gare de Lyon, in the 12th arrondissement of Paris, after numerous reports from local residents.

Covid: bars and restaurants must close at 2 a.m. on New Year’s Day in Paris

This Wednesday December 29, Paris Police Prefecture announced all bars and restaurants in the city must close at 2 a.m. – at the latest – on Saint Sylvester night.

The Secret Garden of the Royal Monceau Raffles Paris and its gourmet break

Escape from the noise of the city on the ephemeral terrace of the Royal Monceau Raffles Paris, the Secret Garden. The palace has reopened its doors and is once again revealing its exceptional terrace. Sip signature cocktails, enjoy Japanese flavored dishes and take a gourmet break created by its new pastry chef, Quentin Lechat.

La Compagnie du Mieux Boire, the online wine merchant for artisanal French spirits

La Compagnie du Mieux Boire is the online wine merchant that celebrates artisanal French spirits, produced in small quantities, in a sustainable way and in a short circuit by passionate craftsmen.

Divine, the delightful cocktail bar in Paris 10th arrondissement

Craving some extraordinary cocktails? Head to Paris 10th arrondissement to (re)discover Divine aka Nicolas Munoz's cocktail bar!

Le Jardin, Golden Promise’s new temporary and green bar

Le Jardin is the new temporary and green bar coming from June 30 to December 31, 2020 at Golden Promise in partnership with Fever Tree.

Guided tours and tastings at the FrogBeer brewery

The FrogBeer brewery reveals all its secrets, every Saturday from December 7, 2019, with free guided tours and draught beer tastings.

Oh la la! cocktail bar x speakeasy hotel on the Place de la Bastille

The first hotel to hide behind a cocktail bar is Oh La La! Direction Place de la Bastille.

The new Cuves de Fauve brunch

In addition to their delicious draught beers, Les Cuves de Fauve now offer a gourmet brunch on Saturdays and Sundays!