Free of charge - activities

Paris-Nice 2025: discover the complete route with a start from Le Perray-en-Yvelines

We now know the route and dates of Paris-Nice 2025, the famous cycling race. This year's Paris-Nice will set off on Sunday, March 9 from Le Perray-en-Yvelines, a small commune in the Yvelines department, with a finish scheduled for March 16 on Nice's famous Promenade des Anglais. This 83ᵉ edition of the "Course au Soleil" promises a beautiful breakaway to follow between Ile-de-France landscapes and Provencal reliefs.

LA BELLE ET LA BÊTE MMXXIV, the Christmas group show at Les Frigos de Paris!

L'AIGUILLAGE presents a group exhibition based on the cult classic La Belle & La Bête, from November 23 to December 30, 2024.

The Place de la Concorde Christmas Market, the magical market on the Champs-Elysées in Paris

For the 2024 festive season, the City of Paris is moving its famous Christmas market from the Hôtel de Ville to the famous Place de la Concorde. From December 14, 2024 to January 5, 2025, a host of exciting events await you as Christmas approaches. Ideally situated between the Jardin des Tuileries and the Avenue des Champs-Elysées, it's without doubt one of this year's most beautiful Christmas Markets, if not the most beautiful.

Free drone show to close Lueurs de Mantes 2, the Yvelines trail

Lueurs de Mantes, the light trail to be discovered free of charge in the Yvelines, is planning, as it did last year, a free drone show to end the event in style. See you on Saturday, February 1ᵉʳ, 2025.

Star Academy 2024: free showcase and signing session at Beaugrenelle

Star Academy 2024 arrives at Beaugrenelle this Saturday, December 14, for an exceptional showcase and autograph session with the class's remaining students!

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.

Lire la nature: the free literary salon at the Musée de la Chasse et de la Nature

The Lire la Nature fair will bring book lovers together at the Musée de la Chasse et de la Nature on February 1 and 2, 2025, with meetings, debates and other events on the theme of biodiversity.

Caillebotte en Lumière, the free video mapping show at the Musée d'Orsay, takes shape

Alert, friends! From December 5 to 7, 2024, the Musée d'Orsay is staging an eye-popping video mapping show on its historic façade, called Caillebotte en lumière. Don't miss this event, free and open to all, which plunges you into the world of Gustave Caillebotte.

Nuits de la lecture 2025: discover the literary program in Paris and the Île-de-France region

Les Nuits de la Lecture return to our Parisian libraries and bookshops, from January 23 to 26, 2025. Around the theme of heritage, meet writers, enjoy readings and exceptional tours.

Quart d'heure de lecture: the literary movement that makes you want to read in March

The Quart d'heure de lecture is coming to your homes on March 11, 2025. 15 minutes with a good book await you, an event designed to encourage people to read at least a little, but regularly, every day!

Free Muffin Day 2024, free muffin distribution throughout France

Attention muffin lovers: this Wednesday, November 27, 2024, free muffins are being distributed all over France! Visit one of the 70 Columbus Cafés in Ile-de-France and elsewhere to treat yourself.

Christmas 2024: the Musée de la Poste organizes a family weekend with free admission

Here's a date not to be missed: on November 30 and December 1, 2024, we're off to the Musée de la Poste to enjoy a host of free family events.

PAGE(S: the bibliophily and artists' books fair at the Palais de la Femme

Discover books in all their forms at PAGE(S, a 100-strong exhibition of literature and bibliophily, from November 29 to December 1, 2024, at the Palais de la Femme.

Tip: Comédie-Française offers free Monday tickets to under-28s

Every Monday evening in Paris, the Comédie-Française offers a unique opportunity to young people under the age of 28: 95 free tickets are distributed for its performances in the prestigious Salle Richelieu. Tickets can be collected from the Petit Bureau, one hour before the start of the play.

Free tastings of Normandy scallops at La Communale Saint-Ouen

Free scallop tastings from Normandy are back on November 30 and December 1, 2024! Head for La Communale in Saint-Ouen to discover seafood from our coasts and, why not, learn a few recipes from professionals in preparation for the festive season!

Fête de la Sainte-Barbe 2024: a weekend of free events at the Musée de l'Armée

Come and celebrate Saint Barbara, patron saint of artillerymen and sappers, with a weekend of free events at the Musée de l'Armée on December 7 and 8, 2024, including shows and military ceremonies.

Idées Japon 2024: a pre-Christmas market and 100% Japanese workshops in Paris

At Espace Cinko, just a stone's throw from Pyramides, a trade show transports us to the land of the Rising Sun. From November 20 to 23, 2024, the Salon Idées Japon brings together over 40 Franco-Japanese designers and artists, showcasing the very best of their creations for original Christmas gifts!

The Lantern Festival returns to the Parc de la Villette in Paris for its 2024 edition

The Lantern Parade returns to the Parc de La Villette in Paris! What's on the program? A free, enchanting stroll, lanterns in hand, not to be missed on Saturday, December 7, 2024.

Les Puces de l'illu 2024, the contemporary illustration festival at Campus Fonderie de l'Image

Campus Fonderie de l'Image is organizing the 12th Puces de l'illu, on November 30 and December 1, 2024. Come and discover a selection of independent illustrators, screenprinters, printmakers, publishers, gallery owners and booksellers, and find an original work of art!

Paris, move your mind: free running sessions to encourage physical activity

Since November 9, 2023, Parisians of all ages can enjoy free sports classes and events to improve their mental and physical health, thanks to a partnership between the city of Paris and the ASICS brand.