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Nasty at Fluctuart: free retrospective of the street artist's 35-year career

New exhibition at Fluctuart! The capital's floating urban art center opens its doors to Nasty for a retrospective exhibition, looking back over the street artist's 35-year career. Join us from September 13, 2023 to January 28, 2024 to (re)discover Nasty's impressive artistic career.

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.

Olé Olé, the new free exhibition at Le Bon Marché Rive Gauche imagined with Rossy de Palma

Le Bon Marché Rive Gauche invites you to extend your summer with its new free exhibition: Olé Olé. From August 26 to October 15, 2023, the exuberant Rossy de Palma and her contagious joie de vivre take over the Grand Magasin, transformed into a veritable temple of Iberian and South American arts and crafts, and take you on a colorful journey!

Olé Olé exhibition: an ephemeral tattoo parlour opens at Bon Marché Rive Gauche

The art of tattooing comes to the Bon Marché Rive Gauche for its new "Olé Olé Le Bon Marché" exhibition! From August 26 to October 15, 2023, Bleu Noir, the tattoo salon renowned in Paris and Biarritz, invites you to its ephemeral studio in the heart of the Grand Magasin to offer unique, made-to-measure creations in a resolutely modern and creative spirit!

"La Vie en Rossy", Rossy de Palma's show at the Bon Marché Rive Gauche

Le Bon Marché Rive Gauche plans to shake up the fall season with its new exhibition event "OLÉ OLÉ Le Bon Marché"! As Spain makes its way onto its floors, Le Grand Magasin is organizing three exceptional evenings in collaboration with Rossy de Palma, on Wednesdays September 13, 20 and 27, 2023. Come and discover "La Vie en Rossy", the vibrant and daring show by the muse of international cinema, and icon of art and fashion.

Paris Design Week 2023: free opening night at Bon Marché Rive Gauche

Paris Design Week 2023 returns to the capital this autumn, choosing the Bon Marché Rive Gauche as the venue for its opening evening on September 7, 2023. Featuring an exhibition, fascinating meetings with key players in the world of design, and a convivial cocktail reception, this not-to-be-missed event on the Parisian calendar kicks off with great fanfare, and for the first time in the privileged setting of the world's oldest department store.

Eiffel Tower: the Iron Lady lit up in Ukrainian colors this Thursday

The Eiffel Tower in blue and yellow, to reiterate France's support for the Ukrainians. This Thursday, August 24, 2023, the Iron Lady will be illuminated in the colors of the Ukrainian flag, to mark the country's independence day.

100 years of La Grande Épicerie de Paris: the "Chasse aux Bouchons" (Cork Hunt) with riddles and tastings

La Grande Épicerie de Paris Rive Gauche is taking advantage of its centenary to launch the first edition of its "Chasse aux Bouchons" on Monday, September 25, 2023. An evening of enigmas, refined tastings and unforgettable discoveries, fusing culinary pleasure with a playful spirit. Join this unique celebration by reserving your place now for a gastronomic experience like no other!

100 years of La Grande Épicerie de Paris: take part in the legendary store's anniversary dinner

La Grande Épicerie de Paris celebrates its centenary with an exclusive dinner commemorating a century of culinary excellence! On October 5, 2023, head to 38 rue de Sèvres, to enjoy an exclusive menu created by the store's talented Chefs, and a unique taste experience, immersed in the privileged setting of the legendary Left Bank gastro address.

Did you know? The Eiffel Tower has seen many parachute jumps, the first dating back to 1912.

Parachuting from the Eiffel Tower is not the best idea, as history has amply demonstrated. The first man to attempt the feat didn't survive, in 1912, and he's far from the only one, given the dangerous nature of the act, which is obviously forbidden.

Bomb alert: Eiffel Tower evacuated and closed this Saturday

The famous Parisian monument was evacuated this Saturday, August 12, following a bomb threat. Bomb disposal experts are on site, according to BFMTV.

Salon International du Livre Rare et des Arts Graphiques 2023 at the Grand Palais Éphémère

An exceptional book fair will be held at the Grand Palais Éphémère from September 22 to 24, 2023, the only one of its kind in the world to bring together rare and antiquarian books, accessible to all budgets, for collectors and novices alike.

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.

Oceane K. Beauty Room, the hairdressing salon with in-depth hair diagnostics

Just a stone's throw from the Eiffel Tower, the Oceane K. Beauty Room excels in hair diagnostics. The owner, who is also a hair stylist, make-up artist and image coach, has more than one string to her bow.

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.

July 14: how much does the Eiffel Tower fireworks display in Paris cost?

This July 14, 2023, Parisians were treated to a sublime display of colorful fireworks fired from the Eiffel Tower. But how much did this incredible 20-minute show, a symbol of the French national holiday, cost?

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.

Jardin d'été 2023: launch of the Musée du Quai Branly's free, festive festival

The Musée du Quai Branly - Jacques Chirac invites you to plunge into the spellbinding world of Japanese summer festivals with its summer event, Jardin d'été, from July 8 to August 27, 2023. This edition features the Aubusson tapestry Ashitaka relieves his demonic wound, inspired by the famous Japanese animated film Princess Mononoké directed by Hayao Miyazaki. It's a unique opportunity to discover this spectacular work of art, and to enjoy a host of free events, including an open-air cinema.