Montparnasse district - activities

Paris: the Lion of Belfort will soon be restored - here's its story

The Lion of Belfort, the famous sculpture that stands at the center of the Place Denfert-Rochereau in Paris, is soon to be restored. By the way, do you know the history of this work by Auguste Bartholdi? We'll tell you!

Le secret des secrets: Benoit Soles' play based on a true story

After the success of La Machine de Turing and La Maison du Loup, author and actor Benoit Solès unveils his latest creation. But you'll have to wait a little longer to discover it, as the play opens at the Théâtre Rive Gauche on January 22, 2025.

Clara Morgane: her colourful new cabaret called Au 7ème

Clara Morgane returns to the stage for a brand new cabaret called Au 7ème. At the Bobino in Paris, the show takes you on a burlesque journey retracing the history of the female gender.

Strike for wages: the route of this Tuesday's demonstration in Paris

An inter-union strike is being organized this Tuesday, October 1, 2024. Demonstrators will set off from Place Denfert-Rochereau to demand higher wages and the repeal of pension reform.

Rupture à domicile: the hit comedy returns to the Théâtre Rive Gauche

A hit comedy since 2015, Tristan Petitgirard's play Rupture à domicile returns to the Théâtre Rive Gauche in Paris from October 1 to December 22, 2024. The comedy had earned him the title of Best Francophone Author at the 2015 Molières.

Fred Radix's La Claque at La Gaîté Montparnasse: the history of theater claque

Fred Radix presents La Claque, an interactive play in which he revisits the history of the claque (applause) in theater. The show runs at the Gaîté Montparnasse from September 15, 2024 to May 27, 2025.

Journées du Patrimoine 2024 at the Musée de la Libération de Paris, a dive into history

For the 41st edition of the Journées du Patrimoine, the Musée de la Libération de Paris - Musée du Général Leclerc - Musée Jean Moulin is offering free tours and other events on Saturday September 21 and Sunday September 22, 2024.

The Rooftop of the Tour Montparnasse: a panoramic view of Paris 210 metres above the ground!

For lovers of breathtaking panoramas, one of the finest views in Paris awaits you on the rooftop of the Tour Montparnasse. Perched 210 meters high, this terrace offers a unique vantage point over the capital, bringing together the Eiffel Tower and the capital's emblematic monuments. With a historic VR experience to boot, the Observatoire de la Tour Montparnasse is an unmissable outing for lovers of Paris and heights!

Glenn - Birth of a prodigy: the play wins 2 Molières at Théâtre Montparnasse

Ivan Calbérac's play Glenn, naissance d'un prodige (Glenn, birth of a prodigy) takes to the stage at Théâtre Montparnasse. The play won two Molières in 2023, one for male revelation for Thomas Gendronneau and the other for female revelation for Lison Pennec.

Heritage Days 2024 at the Paris Observatory: free tour of the museum and dome

The Paris Observatory is getting into the spirit of the 2024 European Heritage Days by inviting the public to a free visit this Saturday, September 21, 2024.

Journées du Patrimoine 2024 at the Maison du Fontainier, a plunge into the history of water in Paris

Ready to delve into the history of Paris during the 2024 Heritage Days? What better way to do so than to visit the Maison du Fontainier, a major landmark in the history of water in the capital. See you this weekend, September 21 and 22, 2024.

Journées du Patrimoine 2024 in Paris: the Carrière des Capucins and the Cloister of Port-Royal

If you're a fan of the Catacombs, come and discover the Carrière des Capucins during the Journées du Patrimoine, on September 21, 2024, and take the opportunity to survey the Cloître de Port-Royal, in the heart of the Hôpital Cochin. An event rich in discoveries!

Ciné Relax, cinema screenings adapted for people with disabilities at Les 7 Parnassiens

Ciné Relax is a monthly program of cinema screenings adapted for people with disabilities, at Les 7 Parnassiens and other Parisian cinemas.

Journées du Patrimoine 2024 at Hôtel de Massa, home to the Société des Gens de Lettres

The Journées du Patrimoine are back in Paris. For the weekend of September 21 and 22, 2024, the Hôtel de Massa, home to the Société des Gens de Lettres, unveils an exhibition on its surrounding wall.

Heritage Days 2024: a dive into the history of the Montparnasse cemetery

Want to find out more about the Montparnasse cemetery? On Sunday, September 22, 2024, take advantage of the new Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days) to delve into the history of this famous Parisian site, where many famous people are laid to rest.

80th anniversary of the Liberation of Paris: Denfert-Rochereau station closed this Sunday, August 25

Due to the numerous commemorations of the 80th anniversary of the Liberation of Paris this Sunday, August 25, Denfert-Rochereau station will close at 1pm, on both metro lines and RER B.

Journées du Patrimoine 2024 at the Institut Giacometti in Paris: the weekend program

On the occasion of the 41st Journées du Patrimoine, the Institut Giacometti invites Parisians and Ile-de-France residents to discover the premises during tours on Saturday September 21 and Sunday September 22, 2024.

Journées du Patrimoine 2024: discover the workshop of famous sculptor Claude de Soria in Paris

On Saturday September 21 and Sunday September 22, 2024, the European Heritage Days open for another not-to-be-missed edition! From must-see tours of Parisian institutions to unusual, fun and educational sites... Discover the capital as you've never seen it before, and enter the studios of Parisian artists such as Claude de Soria, in the Montparnasse district.

Joséphine Baker, le musical, the rhythmic show returns to Théâtre Bobino

(Re)discover the extraordinary destiny of Joséphine Baker, in a modern, festive show. Joséphine Baker, le musical, runs at the Théâtre Bobino from October 16, 2024 to January 29, 2025.

Peter Pan, the poetic show combining promenade and puppets, returns to the Bobino Theatre

From October 5, 2024 to February 8, 2025, Peter Pan returns to the Théâtre Bobino, in the 14th arrondissement of Paris, for a show that will enchant young and old with songs and adventures, accessible from age 3!