Arts et métiers district - activities

New Year's Eve 2025 in Paris: all-you-can-eat raclette and glitter party at €30 in the heart of a microbrewery

Looking for a good idea for New Year's Eve 2025 in Paris? A Parisian microbrewery is offering just such a gourmet, festive and convivial evening. This Tuesday, December 31, 2024, it's raclette and glitter time at Kilomètre Zéro.

Gaité Lyrique closed until further notice, the reasons why

In a press release, Gaité Lyrique announced the closure of the venue until further notice, having been occupied since December 10 by 250 people without accommodation, the situation "no longer allowing us to welcome the public in the best possible conditions".

M. Chat: Origine(s) Vandale(s), the free exhibition at Galerie Brugier-Rigail, our photos

M. Chat returns to the Galerie Brugier-Rigail in the 3rd arrondissement of Paris, to unveil his new solo exhibition. Entitled "M. Chat : Origine(s) Vandale(s)", this free installation is an opportunity to discover a new series of works by artist Thoma Vuille, featuring the enigmatic smile of his iconic cat. Not to be missed from December 5, 2024 to January 17, 2025.

Pulse: our photos of the immersive sound and light exhibition at Gaité Lyrique

From December 12, 2024 to July 13, 2025, La Gaité Lyrique in Paris presents Pulse, a new sound and light installation by 1024 Architecture. Immerse yourself in a universe where light becomes living matter, and interact with multisensory works for a unique experience combining art, sound and technology.

Effractions: the free festival of contemporary literature at the Gaîté Lyrique

From February 12 to 16, 2025, the 6th edition of the Effractions festival of contemporary literature moves to the Gaité Lyrique, to question the links between reality and fiction, during meetings and workshops.

The Edge: the highest-rated 4D virtual reality experience in Paris!

The Edge offers ultra-immersive virtual reality experiences for friends, colleagues and family. The "Ganymede" experience plunges us into a science-fiction adventure combined with highly realistic physical sensations. A complete change of scenery guaranteed!

La vie de rêve: come and experience a blend of humor and hypnosis with Djamel Oudny!

"You think you know your limits?" Think again: Djamel Oudny will take you far beyond, with kindness and lightness. On December 22 at 6pm, get ready to discover a show where you're more than just a spectator. On stage at Le République, Djamel Oudny deftly blends hard-hitting humor and mesmerizing hypnosis in a never-before-seen interactive performance. It's not just a show, it's a co-creation between him and you, the audience!

The Edge: the virtual reality revolution in the heart of Paris' 3rd arrondissement

Virtual reality fans, THE EDGE opens a monumental space in the heart of Paris! Dive into an immersive VR experience inspired by "Ready Player One", where realistic sensations and space adventures await you.

La Vittoria, the family-run Neapolitan pizzeria in Paris

Nestled in the heart of rue du Temple, opposite the park where you can relax after a stroll in the Marais, Pizzeria Vittoria is a family-run address that transports you straight to Italy. Founded by a Neapolitan family, this pizzeria offers entirely homemade pizzas, prepared with love and expertise.

Spa Alaena Paris: a holistic wellness haven with spa, hammam and yoga classes

Spa Alaena is the unusual wellness address awaiting you in its cocooning lair in the heart of Paris. Under vaulted alcoves reminiscent of ancient baths, this spot offers a spa, hammam, yoga classes and consultations to help you feel good about yourself.

Trans*galactique: our photos of the exhibition celebrating trans identities at Gaité Lyrique

The TRANS*GALACTIQUE exhibition awaits you at La Gaîté Lyrique from October 18, 2024 to February 9, 2025. A visual exploration celebrating trans and queer identities and questioning notions of gender, identity and resistance in a rapidly changing world.

Carbon footprint: the exhibition to understand ecology at the Musée des Arts et Métiers - photos

The Musée des Arts et Métiers deciphers climate change and the ecological challenges ahead in a groundbreaking exhibition. Discover "Empreinte carbone, l'expo" from October 16, 2024 to May 11, 2025.

Matthieu Nina: his first one-man show at Théâtre Bo Saint Martin

Matthieu Nina takes to the stage at Théâtre Bo Saint Martin with his first one-man show, En bas de l'échelle. Disabled at the age of 10, the comedian takes a humorous, no-holds-barred approach to his disability.

ARTE Concert Festival 2024 at Gaîté Lyrique: St. Vincent, Kompromat... here's the line-up

Get ready! The 9th edition of the ARTE Concert Festival takes place on Thursday 24, Friday 25 and Saturday 26 October 2024 at the Gaîté Lyrique in Paris, for three days of explosive free concerts (booking required). On the program? St. Vincent, Kompromat, Lala &ce, Porridge Radio, Bill Ryder-Jones and Kelly Lee Owens.

Une Autre Chambre, the intimate hotel in the Marais that pays tribute to feminist icons

For a night away from the hustle and bustle of the city, the intimate Une Autre Chambre, with its decor that pays homage to great feminist icons, is the boutique hotel for you.

The Musée des Arts et Métiers: a historical journey through the greatest inventions

The Musée des Arts et Métiers is the kind of fun, family-friendly museum we love. Come and discover the world's greatest technical and technological inventions, housed in a historic monument.

Halloween 2024: the ballroom scene returns to Gaité Lyrique with The Halloween Party Ball III

For Halloween, La Gaîté Lyrique is going to rock the capital with its voguing competition on November 2, 2024! On the program, two big names on the international ballroom scene invite the best dancers on the voguing planet to battle it out in Dantesque battles! Thrills and style at your service.

Heritage Days 2024 at the Church of Saint Elisabeth de Hungrie in Paris, program

Discover the beautiful Eglise Sainte-Elisabeth-de-Hongrie, in the 3rd arrondissement of Paris, on the occasion of the Journées du Patrimoine on Saturday September 21 and Sunday September 22, 2024.

Heritage Days 2024 in Paris: free events at the Musée des Arts et Métiers, program

The Musée des Arts et Métiers is taking part in the Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days) on Saturday September 21 and Sunday September 22, 2024, and is offering us a free tour and activities, which are particularly appealing to children. Click here to discover the program!

Fête de la Science 2024: escape game at the Conservatoire des Arts et Métiers in Paris

For the Fête de la Science, from October 4 to 14, 2024, many Parisian venues are offering events, workshops, guided tours or even, lectures, to help the general public discover Science. Among them, the Conservatoire des Arts et Métiers de Paris and its beautiful library!