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Formes olympiques 2023, the free festival between sport and art this summer in Paris

Concert, show, exhibition, sport: with the Formes olympiques festival, from June 23 to September 17, 2023, we're enjoying a host of free events, all over Paris. Here's a selection of not-to-be-missed events.

À la vie, à la mort, the free festive event at Père-Lachaise

This June 25, 2023, from 3 pm to 6 pm, discover "À la vie, à la mort", a festive and poetic event at the gates of Père-Lachaise in Paris. Don't miss this free invitation to celebrate illustrious and anonymous talent: actors, musicians, singers, dancers and amateurs pay tribute to the illustrious and anonymous talents resting in the nearby cemetery or elsewhere.

Festival de jour // de nuit 2023 : the free street art festival in Essonne

Rediscover street art during the festival de jour // de nuit 2023, free and open to all, from May 26 to June 4 in the streets of several towns and villages in Essonne. Circus, dance, performance and theater await you.

Festival des canotiers 2023 in Ménilmontant, free outdoor cinema and concerts

The Festival des Canotiers returns this year to Ménilmontant for its 16th edition, from May 30th to June 4th 2023. On the program: Concerts and open-air cinema await you. And all this for free, a good plan not to be missed!

Lisbon sur Seine: an artistic evening stroll in the heart of Paris

As part of the France-Portugal season, the City of Paris is organizing the "Lisbon on the Seine" event this Friday, September 23, 2022: a free artistic evening stroll through the heart of the capital. On the program? Dance at the Carreau du Temple, an installation by visual artist Bordalo II at the Académie du Climat, and projections, concerts and food-trucks on the Parvis de l'Hôte de Ville.

Imperial Jubilee 2022 in Rueil: re-enactment, concert, parade, costumes and fireworks

History buffs won't want to miss the Imperial Jubilee in Rueil-Malmaison from September 19 to 25, 2022. Over 7 days, more than 150 events await you, immersing you in the history of France: an exceptional historical re-enactment with more than 800 soldiers in the presence of the Empress's Court, a brass band concert, a ball, shows, a grand imperial parade, a costumed walk and fireworks are all on the program.

Borealis: enjoy exceptional aurora borealis on the parvis of the Hotel de Ville

Northern lights in the heart of Paris? This is the uncommon and marvelous show to enjoy this summer, on July 30 and 31, 2022, by night, on the parvis of the City Hall. A piece designed by Dan Acher to discover for free.

Nuit Blanche 2021: night show at Parc Georges Valbon

For Nuit Blanche 2021, a not-to-be-missed event on Saturday October 2, the Parc départemental Georges-Valbon in Seine-Saint-Denis is offering a free nocturnal show that's both celestial and participatory.

Liberation of Paris: a tribute reading on the forecourt of the Hôtel de Ville, Everything begins again in Paris

To mark the 77th anniversary of the Liberation of Paris, the Mairie de Paris has chosen to pay tribute to the men and women who sacrificed themselves for Freedom, with a poetry reading by actors Philippe Torrenton, Marion Isvi and Nicolas Evrard, accompanied by musicians. Together, they have planned an evocation of seven "episodes" of the Liberation, with texts, archive images and current photos.

Disney’s Magical fireworks 2020, Disney Village’s free show - Cancelled

CANCELLED - If you happen to be around Disneyland Paris, don’t miss Disney’s Magical fireworks aka the Mickey’s Magical Fireworks & Bonfire. A sound and light show entirely free performed on Disney Village’s lake on November 4, 6 and 9, 2020.

Free Frozen show on Disney Village’s Lake

Frozen fans, meet on January 24, 27 and 29, 2020 at Disney Village for a colorful show on Lake Disney. Called “Magie sur le Lac Disney” it will provide you with a unique and magical moment, as a complement to the Frozen Season hosted at the same time within Disneyland Parks. And, as a bonus, it’s free of charge!

Paris Moulin Rouge is 130 years old: light and sound show and French Cancan at the Place Blanche

130 years old, it deserves a party! To honorably celebrate this anniversary, the legendary Moulin Rouge is planning to perform on its façade – on Sunday October 6, 2019 – an exclusive light and sound show to discover for free. To top it all, the 60 artists of the Moulin Rouge will perform for the public the irresistible and unforgettable French Cancan!

The 2019 Côté Cour Opera Festival at Bercy Village

Opéra Côté Cour, the opera and lyrical music festival, returns for its 8th edition at Bercy Village, every Sunday, from September 8 to 29, 2019. Come and attend a unique show, open air and entirely free.

The Eiffel Tower celebrates its 130th anniversary with a light and sound show

Inaugurated 130 years ago for the World’s Fair, the Eiffel Tower celebrates its birthday on Wednesday May 15, 2019. After a free concert performed by Jeanne Added in front of it, the public can enjoy a light and unique show created by famous set designer Bruno Seillier. An extraordinary show to discover from May 15 to 17 with 3 performances a day.