Paris 8 - activities

Olympic Games Paris 2024: The Olympic Flame's journey through Paris, the programme of events

The Paris 2024 Olympics promise us a great journey with the Olympic Flame route through the French capital. This route offers an exceptional program that you wouldn't want to miss. Where does the Olympic Flame pass through on July 14 and 15, then on July 26 for the opening ceremony, and what are the not-to-be-missed events along the way? we tell you all about it!

The Drugstore terrace on the Champs-Elysées: food & champagne pairings and musical evenings

Le Drugstore, the famous restaurant on the Champs-Elysées, reopens its legendary terrace on the World's Most Beautiful Avenue. This year, the menu offers oenological and gastronomic experiences in collaboration with a leading Champagne House, and always with an exceptional view of the Arc de Triomphe and Place de l'Etoile. And for night owls, the address comes alive in the evening with DJ sets and musical shows.

Marta, the cocktail bar perched on the rooftop of the Hôtel Barrière Fouquet's Paris all summer long

The Marta Rooftop reinvents itself this summer as an elegant garden under the artistic direction of Cordelia de Castellane. Perched atop the Hôtel Fouquet's, the terrace offers a haven of peace a stone's throw from the Champs-Élysées, and features a food & cocktails menu to be savored in a bucolic yet chic setting, evenings from Wednesday to Sunday.

Heritage Days 2024: exceptional opening of the Hôtel Pereire - Del Duca Foundation

The Hôtel Pereire, headquarters of the Fondation Simone et Cino Del Duca - Institut de France, opens its doors for the Journées du Patrimoine 2024. On September 21 and 22, plunge into the heart of Parisian heritage and explore this historic building enhanced by photos, videos and archives. An opportunity not to be missed in Paris!

Make-up pop-up & free activities at Paris Saint-Lazare - last day

From July 4 to 6, 2024, a make-up pop-up will make the forecourt of the Gare Saint Lazare blush! Dive into the world of Nyx Professional Makeup's brand-new Buttermelt blush, with prizes to be won and dazzling activities.

The Grand Palais: the Parisian landmark ready to host the Paris 2024 Olympic Games

The countdown is on for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games: the capital is gearing up to host a large number of events in historic venues. At the Grand Palais, those lucky enough to have tickets will be able to watch the fencing and Taekwondo events.

Dans les yeux de Monet with Clovis Cornillac and Maud Baecker at Théâtre de la Madeleine

Clovis Cornillac and Maud Baecker plunge us into the life of Claude Monet with a play Dans les yeux de Monet to be discovered at the Théâtre de la Madeleine, from September 12, 2024.

July 14, 2024: dine aboard a Bateau-Mouche overlooking the Eiffel Tower fireworks display

Celebrate the Fête Nationale with a 100% Parisian evening aboard a Bateau-Mouche! Let yourself be tempted by a dinner cruise on the Seine, with a breathtaking view of all the capital's finest monuments, before the grand finale: fireworks!

Paris 2024 Olympics: Danish Pavilion, a free temporary venue at the heart of Danish culture

In parallel with the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, Danish culture is inviting itself just a stone's throw from the Arc de Triomphe with the Denmark Pavilion. From July 26 to August 11, 2024, this free, open-access cultural venue offers a program of exhibitions, music, design, ecology and well-being.

Mania: The ABBA Tribute, the musical show at Salle Pleyel, new date

Attention ABBA fans! Mania, the Tribute Band created in tribute to the legendary Swedish group, had announced its arrival in Paris for a unique concert not to be missed on Wednesday, September 25, 2024 at the Salle Pleyel. Building on its success, a new date has been announced at the same venue, on January 24, 2025.

Color speaks all languages: the Al Thani collection exhibition at Hôtel de la Marine

The Hôtel de la Marine presents an original exhibition in the style of a cabinet of curiosities. From October 3, 2024 to October 5, 2025, come and admire the exhibition La couleur parle toutes les langues.

Paris 2024 Paralympic Games: Agitos installed on the Arc de Triomphe

Three weeks after the Olympic rings were placed on the Eiffel Tower, the Paralympic agitos were hung on another of the capital's landmarks, the Arc de Triomphe!

Iced cookies from Matthieu Carlin (Hôtel de Crillon) return to the Place de la Concorde

Fancy some ice cream? Good news, the ice cream cookie cart at the Hôtel de Crillon is back in Paris as of June 27, 2024, and the concept can be found next to the Place de la Concorde. Pastry chef Matthieu Carlin invites you to join him in the Butterfly patisserie tea room, on the Concorde terrace or to take away for a frosty tasting experience!

Leprous in concert at Salle Pleyel in Paris in January 2025

Norwegians Leprous return to the Salle Pleyel on Friday, January 17, 2025, for a one-off Parisian concert sure to delight progressive metal fans! The band will be presenting their new opus, "Melodies of Atonement".

Renaissance treasures: the summer art exhibition at the Hôtel de la Marine

The Hôtel de la Marine pays tribute to the creativity and finesse of Renaissance art, with an exhibition on view from July 15 to August 25, 2024.

Palais de la Découverte: a date for the reopening of the science museum

Created for the 1937 Universal Exhibition, the Palais de la Découverte is a museum dedicated to science and experimentation. Here's everything you need to know about this museum housed in the Grand Palais, ahead of its planned reopening on June 6, 2025.

Denali, the play nominated at the Molières 2024, returns to Théâtre Marigny, our review

Denali, a breathtaking thriller, returns to the Théâtre Marigny for just two dates on November 4 and 5. The play has been nominated for the Molière for Best Private Theater Show, Best Direction of a Private Theater Show for Nicolas Le Bricquir, Best Visual and Sound Design and Best Actress for Lucie Brunet.

Paris 2024 Olympics: Place de la Concorde hosts the Urban Park, all the info and programme

The Place de la Concorde in Paris is being transformed into a unique site dedicated to urban sports for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. From July 27, 2024, this emblematic square will host the disciplines of skateboarding, 3x3 basketball, BMX freestyle and breakdance, offering an unprecedented and festive spectacle.

MINISO, the brand for plush toys and adorable lifestyle objects, opens a store on the Champs-Élysées

An avalanche of adorable plush toys and "kawaii" gadgets arrives on the Champs-Élysées with the opening of the MINISO flagship! The ultra-mimi lifestyle brand's biggest store invites fans of cuteness and inveterate collectors to (re)discover its irresistible products, through multiple universes and collaborations. Opening this Saturday, June 22, 2024!

Café de la Rose Lancôme by Nina Métayer on the Champs-Elysées

Alert, the Café de la Rose Lancôme opens its doors in the famous Champs Élysées boutique. And to satisfy your taste buds, what better than the World's Best Pastry Chef, aka Nina Métayer?