Paris geek guide - activities

Paris Games Week 2024: we went to the gaming show at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles

Paris Games Week is back at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, for a new edition from October 23 to 27, 2024... Japanese booths, video game testing, cosplay, sport and e-Sport, meetings... We tell you all about it!

Paris Manga and Sci-Fi Show 2024 by TGS, dates and guests for this autumn edition

The Paris Manga & Sci-Fi Show returns for a new, 36th edition at the Parc des Expositions de Paris Nord Villepinte on October 5 and 6, 2024, in its TGS version. For a whole weekend, pop culture fans will be able to meet up and enjoy the latest manga, series and cosplay with family and friends.

Japan Expo: dates and program for this 2024 edition at the Parc des Expositions in Paris

Japan Expo, the European festival dedicated to Japanese culture, is back in summer 2024! See you at the Villepinte Exhibition Center, from July 11 to 14, 2024. Ticketing is now open.

Press Start 2024: the free festival about fear in video games at the Centre Pompidou

The festival dedicated to video games Press Start returns to the BPI at the Centre Pompidou, for its 12th edition, from September 25 to 30, 2024. This year, the free festival takes a look at fear in video games. On the program: workshops, encounters and wild games, of course!

The Open de France de Sabre Laser 2024 returns to the Stade Charléty

Attend the world's biggest lightsaber tournament at Stade Charléty, June 7-8, 2024. On the program: epic battles and plenty of 100% pop culture activities for Star Wars fans!

L'Aventure Fantastique: our test of the immersive journey between escape game and role-playing game in Paris

How about an immersive experience in a medieval fantasy world? Immerse yourself in l'Aventure Fantastique, become a mage or a warrior, fight terrible creatures and succeed in your quest, in the basements of Paris! Want to try it out? We've got a promo code!

Paris Fan Festival 2024, comics, manga and Korean village on the programme, the guests

Pop culture fans, this festival is for you! Between exhibitions and animations, meet your favorite movie and video game heroes at the Paris Fan Festival, April 27 and 28, 2024, at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles.

Paris est Ludique 2024: Paris games festival cancelled this year

Paris est Ludique, Paris' major board game festival, was due to return on June 28 and 29, 2024. However, the Olympic Games got the better of the festival, which was reluctantly canceled by the organizers, who were unable to find a venue to welcome visitors (the Pelouse de Reuilly was occupied for the Olympic Games). Whether you're with family or friends, you'll have to wait until 2025 to take advantage of this major open-air games fair, where you can discover the best board games and the latest releases in the field!

Historical and literary stroll in the footsteps of Oscar Wilde in Paris

Walk in the footsteps of Oscar Wilde, Ireland's most famous writer, in Paris. Throughout his life, the artist forged a special bond with the capital, and it was here that he ended his life in complete solitude and destitution, in 1900. A lovely walk!

Manga Symphonic Odyssey: A symphonic adventure in the world of anime at the Grand Rex in Paris

Rediscover anime hits in symphonic concert in Paris, on April 25 and 26, 2024 at the Grand Rex with the Manga Symphonic Odyssey.

Comic Con 2024 at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles: discover the guest list

Good news for comic book fans! After being canceled in 2020 and not held since, Comic Con will be back on March 30 and 31, 2024 at Paris Expo Portes de Versailles. Cosplays, guests, comics... Discover the program!

Ganymede: our test of The Edge's innovative virtual reality experience

Since September 6, 2023, The Edge, a virtual reality center in the 3rd arrondissement of Paris, has been offering its very first new and innovative VR experience, Ganymede. For around 45 minutes, solve riddles on a space base and try to escape from it! Book now for a trip into space!

Japan Party: the festival of Asian and geek cultures returns to the Parc Floral de Paris

Are you a fan of geek and Asian cultures? Then take part in the Japan Party, the exhibition open to all, this weekend of April 8 and 9, 2023, at the Parc Floral de Paris.

The Lady's Gathering : the first event in Paris that plunges us into the Bridgerton Chronicle

Are you a fan of the Bridgerton universe? Then join the court and participate in the groundbreaking event The Lady's Gathering, held in Paris on September 23, 2023.

Numok Festival: Parisian libraries celebrate eSports with a free event

Numok is a free festival that immerses us in the world of digital, virtual and augmented reality. This year, the libraries of Paris invite us to discover eSport, from April 1st to 21st, 2023.

Le Défi des Sorciers, the Harry Potter store and escape game in Cergy - CLOSING

Wizards, we've got a new hangout for you. Le Défi des Sorciers, a short-lived Harry Potter boutique-attraction, has set up shop at the Les 3 Fontaines shopping center in Cergy.

La Plume de Phénix, medieval tavern and friendly games bar with original fantasy dishes

Come and feast with friends in a warm and inviting tavern, and enjoy the exceptional atmosphere of this restaurant/game bar, La Plume de Phénix, surrounded by gaming and heroic fantasy references!

Harry Potter in Paris: a walk in the footsteps of the famous wizard

Are you a fan of Harry Potter and the wizarding world created by J.K. Rowling? Then, you are in the right place: Paris is packed with wonderful places related to the wizard and his adventures… Let us walk in the footsteps of Harry Potter and the Fantastic Beasts saga in the city!

Skyline Bar, superheroes’ bar at Hotel Marvel near Disneyland Paris

Imagine a bar taking you to the universe of your favorite superheroes, serving surprising cocktails and fun happenings. This is what to expect at the Skyline, the unusual bar by Hotel Marvel right by Disneyland Paris.

Stranger Things: a never-before-seen temporary pop-up store this summer on Paris Champs-Elysées, our pictures

This is the biggest series at the moment, a series fascinating worldwide: Stranger Things is on everyone’s lips and screens! And from June 24, 2022, the series comes to the Champs-Elysées with a never-before-seen pop-up store!