Paris 8 - activities

Sport Chic: a free Olympic-inspired couture exhibition in a luxury hotel

Couture takes center stage at the Sofitel Paris Le Faubourg hotel with the free "Sport Chic" fashion exhibition. Until September 15, 2024, rediscover the Paris Olympic Games, in fashion, through couture, glamour and sportswear creations displayed in the hotel's lobby and windows.

Heritage Days 2024: visit the Embassy of the State of Qatar in Paris

Have you always dreamed of discovering Qatar? During the Journées du Patrimoine, you can get a taste of it with a free tour of the Qatari embassy, to be experienced this Saturday, September 21, 2024.

Heritage Days 2024: visit the Cervantes Institute and the Octavio Paz Library

The Journées du Patrimoine will be held in Paris on the weekend of September 21 and 22, 2024. Don't miss the Institut Cervantes and the Octavio Paz Library in the 16th arrondissement.

Paris 2024 Olympics: The Pont Alexandre III, an iconic Olympic site over the Seine

Among the Olympic venues for the Paris 2024 Games, the Pont Alexandre III is a majestic monument that is preparing to host four Olympic and Paralympic events: the individual time trial finish in road cycling, marathon swimming, triathlon and para-triathlon.

Paris July 14th military parade moved to Avenue Foch: the 2024 program

France's traditional Fête Nationale military parade returns to Paris on Sunday, July 14, 2024. Exceptionally this year, it will not take place on the Champs-Elysées. Discover the detailed program for this special edition, which will take place on the Avenue Foch with the Olympic flame.

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.