Grand événement paris ile de france guide

Paris to host the European Swimming Championships in 2026!

In April 2023, France submitted its bid to host the European Swimming Championships in 2026. This Wednesday, January 24, the French Swimming Federation announced that the event would be held in Paris in two years' time!

Unusual: climb aboard Santa's steam train near Provins (77)

In Longueville, not far from Provins, in the Seine-et-Marne region, the story goes that the steam train of a tall man in red clothes and with a very white beard arrived at the village station. Just 7 kilometers from Provins, this steam train promises an enchanting afternoon, don't you agree?

Super Hunter Moon: the biggest full moon of the year to discover! Why this name?

Astronomers beware, the biggest full moon of the year arrives on the night of Wednesday October 16 to 17, 2024 and will last around 3 days. Nicknamed the Harvest Super Moon, do you know why? We tell you all about this not-to-be-missed sky date.

Halloween 2024: board the Pumpkin Train in Longueville (77)

On Saturday, October 26, 2024, head for Longueville, in the Seine-et-Marne département, to board the Citrouillle train for the whole family!

Urban Days, the free street arts festival at Créteil Soleil

From October 23 to 27, 2024, Créteil Soleil hosts the 9th edition of Urban Days, with an artistic and festive program.

Art Basel Paris 2024: the contemporary art fair moves to the Grand Palais and Paris

The international contemporary art fair Art Basel Paris is finally back at the Grand Palais for another edition. The event awaits you on the weekend of October 18-20, 2024.

La Fête à Neuneu 2024, the Bois de Boulogne funfair, final days

La Fête à Neuneu, in the Bois de Boulogne awaits you until October 13, 2024. Young and old are invited to Porte de la Muette to relive the vacation spirit.

A medieval village takes up residence in Raincy (93), with entertainment and a mini-farm

This Saturday, October 12, 2024, the medieval village is back for another edition in the town of Le Raincy (93). On the program? Free demonstrations, events and other initiations for the whole family to enjoy.

Salons de l'Etudiant 2024 in Paris: the program at Porte de Versailles

The Salon de l'Etudiant de Paris returns on October 12 and 13, 2024. Studies, careers, jobs, student life... The Salon de l'Etudiant is a must-attend event to help you answer all your questions and find the right career path at Porte de Versailles.

A family weekend at the Château de Versailles with horse-related activities, in October

On Saturday October 19 and Sunday October 20, 2024, the sumptuous Château de Versailles opens its doors to families with a program specially designed for young audiences.

The Gustave Caillebotte Exhibition unveiled in Paris at the Musée d'Orsay - photos

The Musée d'Orsay unveils "Gustave Caillebotte. Peindre les hommes" (Gustave Caillebotte: Painting Men), an original exhibition celebrating the 130th anniversary of the Parisian artist's death. The exhibition focuses on male figures, a favorite subject for Caillebotte, and runs from October 8, 2024 to January 19, 2025. This is a sublime exhibition by an Impressionist artist who wanted to bring the real to our eyes.

Fête des Vendanges de Montmartre 2024 in Paris: the program of festivities

The not-to-be-missed Fête des Vendanges de Montmartre returns to the heights of the hilltop this week, from Wednesday October 9 to Sunday October 13, 2024, with a program as enticing as ever, between the taste trail, the grand parade, Decibels Vendanges concerts, the closing ball and tours of the famous vineyards. Here's the program!

Paris 2024 Tropical Carnival, photos and video

The Carnaval Tropical de Paris returned to the capital on Sunday, October 6, 2024. Due to the Olympic Games, the parade, which had been postponed until autumn, took place as an exception. This 22nd edition, marked by rain, highlighted Olympism, with the participation of several medal-winning ultra-marine athletes, including fencers Enzo Lefort and Yannick Borel.

Birthday party: the family event at the Children's Philharmonic, January 2025

For the very first edition of the event, the Children's Philharmonic awaits you at the Fête d'anniversaires on Sunday, January 12, 2025, all day long.

Video of the l'Oréal Paris 2024 fashion show on Place de l'Opéra

L'Oréal Paris was back for the 7ᵉ edition of its annual Fashion Show, this September 23, 2024, kicking off Paris Fashion Week! It was on the mythical Place de l'Opéra that the beauty brand's emblematic ambassadors walked the catwalk in fabulous outfits signed by leading Maisons. Here's a look back!

T(R)OUSS'AU SPORT: free sports activities and introductions at Trousseau Hospital

This Sunday, September 21, 2024, Trousseau Hospital is organizing the 3rd edition of T(R)OUSS'AU SPORT, a big festive day around sport and inclusion.

Fête des rues aux enfants: a free family program throughout Paris this Saturday, September 28

For the very first time, the city of Paris is organizing the Fête des rues aux enfants, a festive day out for families.

Meaux: video-mapping and original light show on the town's American monument

On Friday September 20, the city of Meaux will illuminate the American monument with an exclusive video mapping projection, free of charge.

Versailles pottery days (78): children's activities, ceramics and large market

On Saturday, September 21 and Sunday, September 22, 2024, the city of Versailles is organizing a new edition of its Potters' Days, showcasing Paris Region know-how around terracotta.

Fête de l'Huma 2024: programming, access, opening hours... here's everything you need to know

The Fête de l'Huma returns to Base 217 on Friday September 13, Saturday September 14 and Sunday September 15, 2024. For this third consecutive edition in Essonne, some fifty artists are expected on site over three days. Program, opening times, access to Base 217, history of France's biggest popular event... here's everything you need to know before coming to the Fête de l'Humanité 2024.