Parvis de l'hôtel de ville - activities

The square in front of Paris City Hall is being transformed into an urban forest. What will it look like?

The square in front of the town hall is being transformed! On October 16, 2024, work began on greening the emblematic square. Over a period of eight months, 90 trees will be planted to combat heat islands and promote urban biodiversity. This symbolic project is part of Anne Hidalgo's ecological policy, and we tell you all about what's in store.

Grand braderie des Jeux de Paris 2024 in front of the Hôtel de Ville this Saturday

To mark the third edition of its "Portes Ouvertes" event, the Hôtel de Ville de Paris is hosting a major "braderie des Jeux". Join us this Saturday, October 12, 2024 on the forecourt to stock up on bargains!

La Terrasse des Jeux at Hôtel de Ville: the sports and party spot for the Olympics in the heart of Paris

It's in the heart of the capital, on the Hôtel de Ville forecourt, that the Terrasse des Jeux is setting up to bring you the festivities of summer 2024, from July 14 to September 8, 2024. This site, branded "Club 2024" by the Paris Olympic Games organizing committee, promises competitions and celebrations, offering a free platform accessible to all.

Paris 2024 Olympics: free concert on the Hôtel de Ville square with The Avener, Eva, Poupie...

To mark the inauguration of the Terrasse des Jeux, the City of Paris is organizing a free concert this Saturday, July 20, 2024. On the program? Poupie, Jungeli, Eva and The Avener to round off the evening in style!

Concert de Paris du 14 juillet 2024 : Lang Lang, Matthieu Chedid... the list of guest artists

This year, to coincide with the Olympic and Paralympic Games, the Concert de Paris on July 14th is moving to a new venue, and awaits music-lovers on the square in front of the Hôtel de Ville for another festive, free musical event. Once again, a number of international musicians and soloists are scheduled to take to the stage for the occasion. Lang Lang on piano, Thibault Cauvin and -M-, aka Matthieu Chedid, on guitar and Gautier Capuçon on cello... Discover the artists invited to this year's grand Concert de Paris, not to be missed this Sunday, July 14, 2024.

July 14, 2024: Concert de Paris on the forecourt of the Hôtel de Ville, here's the full program

To round off the Fête nationale 2024 in style, the Orchestre National de France, the Maîtrise and the Choeur de Radio France are organizing a grand symphony concert this Sunday, July 14. This year, because of the Olympic Games in Paris, the free concert has moved from the Champ-de-Mars, opposite the Eiffel Tower, to the forecourt of the Hôtel de Ville. Find out more about the full program and guests for this 2024 edition of the now legendary "Concert de Paris".

July 14 at Paris City Hall: symphony concert, torchlight vigil... the program

This Sunday, July 14, 2024, we're celebrating the Fête nationale, but also the arrival of the Olympic flame in the capital! To mark the occasion, the City of Paris is pulling out all the stops, with a host of free events on the square in front of the Hôtel de Ville. A symphonic concert, the lighting of the cauldron and a torchlight vigil... Here's the musical and festive program that awaits you on July 14, 2024 on the forecourt of the Hôtel de Ville de Paris!

Place de l'Hôtel de Ville: one of Paris's most historic squares

The Place de l'Hôtel de Ville hasn't always been the lively, cheerful spot in the heart of Paris. Indeed, it was here that many public executions took place over the centuries. You'll never see the Place de l'Hôtel de Ville in the same light again!

Fire in progress Paris 4th district near City Hall: BHV Marais evacuated

A fire broke out this morning, Tuesday June 25, in an apartment building on rue Verrerie in the Marais district, right next to the Bazar de l'Hôtel de Ville (BHV) in Paris. Be careful if you're driving in the area, you could be trapped.

Nuit Blanche 2024 in Paris: Carnival and skateboarding on the Parvis de l'Hôtel de Ville (75)

Once again, the Parvis de l'Hôtel de Ville is the place to be for Nuit Blanche. On Saturday June 1, 2024, take a trip to the heart of the capital to discover the various performances organized for this unusual nocturne.

Europe Day 2024 in Paris: concerts, entertainment and debates on the Hôtel de Ville forecourt

The Fête de l'Europe returns to the forecourt of the Hôtel de Ville in Paris for an exclusive day on Saturday, May 4, 2024. Come and enjoy free concerts by Pépite, freekind. and Love'n'Joy, then take part in a wide range of activities, including games, sports and debates. Click here for the program!

Women's rally for peace and justice on the Parvis de l'Hôtel de Ville in Paris

On March 8, International Women's Rights Day, a landmark event will be held on the forecourt of Paris City Hall. Les Guerrières de la Paix, a collective campaigning for peace and anti-racism, is inviting participants to a rally of solidarity to highlight the impact of conflict on women, and the importance of their role in peace processes.

Discover the Universe of the French Navy on the Parvis de l'Hôtel de Ville de Paris

Dive into the heart of the French Navy, live from the forecourt of Paris City Hall! This exceptional event takes place on Friday, July 14, from 12pm to 6pm. A unique opportunity to discover the marine world.

Fnac Live Paris 2023: cancellation of the third and final evening this Friday

After two festive evenings and 20 free concerts on the Hôtel de Ville forecourt and in its salons, Fnac Live is sadly coming to an end. As reported by BFMTV, the final evening of the festival, originally scheduled for Friday June 30 and featuring Aime Simone, Hervé and Selah Sue, has been cancelled due to the violence and riots currently affecting the Île-de-France region.

Lisbon sur Seine: an artistic evening stroll in the heart of Paris

As part of the France-Portugal season, the City of Paris is organizing the "Lisbon on the Seine" event this Friday, September 23, 2022: a free artistic evening stroll through the heart of the capital. On the program? Dance at the Carreau du Temple, an installation by visual artist Bordalo II at the Académie du Climat, and projections, concerts and food-trucks on the Parvis de l'Hôte de Ville.

History of Paris City Hall

The Hôtel de Ville is one of the symbols of Paris, and an essential part of your visit. But if you're not lucky enough to get in during the Heritage Days, or if you haven't thought of booking your guided tour in advance, discover its eventful history here.

Urban forests in Paris: two projects gave up by Anne Hidalgo, three new sites presented

Even more greenery in Paris. This is one of Anne Hidalgo’s new mandate goals as Paris mayor. To do so, four urban forests projects have been announced in June 2019, two have been definitively let go, and three other new sites have been unveiled. The forests planned rue Curial and Place de la Catalogne are to be erected very soon.

White Night 2019: a white ball in front of Paris City Hall

For the White Night 2019, artist Alain Fleischer invites us to come in front of Paris City Hall, dressed all in white on Saturday October 5, 2019, to be part of a very special white ball. All night long, a movie will be screened on us, making us be the actors of a ball for a night.

2018 FIFA World Cup: a giant screen on the Champ-de-Mars to follow the final

Mairie de Paris said it and did it! This Sunday July 15, from 5 p.m., soccer fans can follow the very expected 2018 FIFA World Cup final and support France or its opponents at the foot of the Eiffel Tower thanks to a giant screen set up on the Champ-de-Mars!

Paris l’été 2018 Festival: Paris-Lisbon, great free concert in front of Paris City Hall

The friendship between Paris and Lisbon will be celebrated this Wednesday July 18, 2018 as part of the Paris L’été Festival. On the occasion, a great free concert will be performed in front of the City Hall from 6 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. with Sara Tavares, Hoshi, Capicua, Paris Combo and Mariza.