Invalides district - activities

Journées du Patrimoine 2023 in Paris, visit the Hôtel de Castries and its ministry

During the Journées du Patrimoine in Paris, you'll be able to take part in a number of unique tours! This weekend, September 16 and 17, 2023, you'll be able to push open the doors of the Hôtel de Castries, home to the Ministry of Democratic Renewal and the government's spokesman.

Art and heritage: where do the statues on the Musée d'Orsay forecourt come from?

Large animal statues have long adorned the square surrounding the Musée d'Orsay. But do you know where they come from and what they represent? We tell you.

Antique and second-hand book market, every weekend in Parc Georges Brassens - Our photos

For over 35 years, the halles du parc Georges Brassens have been transformed into an open-air bookshop every weekend, for the antique and second-hand book market.

Riviera Fuga, an Italian-Japanese restaurant floating on the Seine as beautiful as it is delicious

Barely open, the Riviera Fuga floating restaurant is already a firm fixture on the banks of the Seine, with its cuisine combining Italian and Japanese influences.

Concorde Atlantique: dance classes and rock parties on the terrace of the Parisian boat

Join the Rock That Boat party in Paris! Rock dance lessons, a wild party and a festive atmosphere await you on the Concorde Atlantique barge, every Monday from 7pm to 12:30am. Come and experience the passion of rock'n'roll in a unique waterfront setting!

Hémicycle, Stéphane Manigold's table that's sure to be the talk of the town

Stéphane Manigold unveils his latest project: Hémicycle, a gourmet restaurant due to open in September.

Archery World Cup finals on the esplanade des Invalides, Olympic site

On the weekend of August 19 and 20, 2023, you'll have the opportunity to attend a Parisian sporting event, the Archery World Cup, whose finals will be held on the esplanade des Invalides, a great rehearsal before the Olympic Games!

Jacobus Vrel, Vermeer's enigmatic precursor, paintings on show at the Fondation Custodia

The Fondation Custodia has decided to spotlight this Dutch painter of the Golden Age: Jacobus Vrel is the focus of the exhibition "Jacobus Vrel, enigmatic precursor of Vermeer", on view from June 17 to September 17, 2023.

Victory! The factory of heroes, the pre-Olympic exhibition at the Musée de l'Armée

In the run-up to the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, the Musée de l'Armée has chosen to evoke the theme of Victory through its new exhibition, from October 11, 2023 to January 28, 2024. How is it celebrated in the different fields of history?

Blood donation: the annual blood drive in support of the armed forces takes place at Les Invalides on July 14

For the 10th year, the Centre de Transfusion Sanguine des Armées is organizing its blood drive. Join us on July 14, 2023 at the Hôtel des Invalides for a good deed.

Global Citizen in Paris: Billie Eilish, Lenny Kravitz... a unique concert at the foot of the Eiffel Tower

Global Citizen returns to Paris this summer! Join us on the Champ-de-Mars, at the foot of the Eiffel Tower, on Thursday June 22, 2023 for an evening of exclusive concerts. Entitled "Power Our Planet: Live in Paris", this musical and solidarity event will welcome a host of talented artists, including Lenny Kravitz, Billie Eilish, H.E.R., Jon Batiste, Joé Dwèt Filé, as well as special guests, including FINNEAS and Mosimann.

Fête de la musique 2023 in Paris: an electro open air by Sacré Radio on Quai Anatole France

Lovers of electro music will meet in the 7th arrondissement of Paris on Wednesday, June 21, 2023 for the new Fête de la musique, which promises to be very danceable on the Quai Anatole France thanks to a free open air concert by Sacré Radio.

Pension reform: the route of the demonstration on Tuesday June 6

Despite the adoption of the pension reform, strikes and demonstrations continue in France. This Tuesday, June 6, 2023, the unions are organizing a major mobilization starting at Les Invalides.

Nuit Blanche 2023: an unforgettable installation on the Léopold Sédar Senghor footbridge!

Enjoy a unique experience at Nuit Blanche 2023 in Paris! Discover the Léopold Sédar Senghor footbridge, an architectural marvel on the Seine, in a new light. A chance to witness installations and visual works in exceptional circumstances.

Fête de la musique 2023 at the Musée de l'Armée: concert and musical discovery of the collections

On the occasion of the new music festival, scheduled for Wednesday, June 21, 2023, the Musée de l'Armée in Paris invites you to come and discover its collections in music during a unique day.

The FFL's forgotten battles in Tunisia, the Musée de l'Armée's historical exhibition

The Musée de l'Armée tells the story of the Tunisian campaign, one of the forgotten battles fought by the Forces Françaises de la Libération in the 1940s. The exhibition runs from May 23 to September 17, 2023.

Rendez-vous aux Jardins 2023 at the Rodin Museum: walks and workshops for children

The Musée Rodin is opening the gates of its garden for the Rendez-vous aux Jardins 2023 on June 4 and 5. On the program: guided tours and workshops for children.

Nuit Blanche 2023: the Musée d'Orsay speaks to the Seine with a moving video installation

The Musée d'Orsay is taking part in this 21st edition of Nuit Blanche, this Saturday, June 3, 2023, with an original video installation around the Seine on its façade.

Nuit Blanche 2023 : The National Assembly lights up for an Evening of Art and Culture

During the Nuit Blanche 2023 in Paris, the National Assembly opens its doors until 10pm for a unique artistic experience. Discover this emblematic place in a new light, between innovative artistic installations and immersion in French history.

An open house weekend with a nocturne at the Assemblée Nationale, Saturday June 3 and Sunday June 4

It's one of France's highest places of power in Paris: after the Palais de l'Elysée, the Hôtel de Matignon and the Senate, discover the Assemblée Nationale during an open house weekend on the first Saturday and Sunday of June.