Père lachaise district

Carnaval: a Latino evening with DJ set and Latin dance initiation at La Bellevilloise

This Saturday, February 15, 2025, the Bellevilloise goes Latin for its all-night Latin carnival. Ready to dance?

Bistrot Darsy, a charming (and delicious) old-fashioned restaurant in Ménilmontant

On the Ménilmontant side of Paris, immerse yourself in the Paris of yesteryear at Bistrot Darsy, an old-fashioned restaurant as charming as it is delicious.

Barbro Östlihn: free exhibition of the Scandinavian painter at the Swedish Institute

For its new exhibition, the Swedish Institute is showcasing the works of painter Barbro Östlihn. The installation will be on view free of charge from March 28 to July 20, 2025.

Carnaval de Paris 2025: discover the date and theme of the next edition!

Carnaval de Paris is back for another edition. We look forward to seeing you on Sunday, March 2, 2025, at this not-to-be-missed Mardi Gras event in the capital.

Classics Only, the big rap, hip-hop and R&B party in Paris: upcoming dates

The Classics Only evenings are held throughout the year in Paris, to help us brush up on our classics. The program features a compendium of essential sounds from the world of rap and R&B in a clubbing atmosphere. Find out about upcoming dates.

Heloise & Abelard, Père Lachaise's oldest residents: the story of Paris's Romeo & Juliet

Do you know the legend of Heloise and Abelard? This mythical couple from medieval Paris has left its mark on people throughout the centuries. Nicknamed the "star-crossed lovers", their story continues to fascinate Parisian enthusiasts, who pay their respects at Père Lachaise, where they are the oldest residents.

Utile, the offbeat ceramics market, returns to La Bellevilloise in December

On Sunday December 1, 2024, join us at La Bellevilloise to discover the stalls of ceramics created by visual artists and other craftsmen, at Utile, La Bellevilloise's market dedicated to ceramics.

Cosmos et Vanitas: a solo exhibition by Ylva Snöfrid at the Swedish Institute, our photos

Scandinavian artist Ylva Snöfrid presents "Cosmos et Vanitas", her very first solo exhibition in Paris. On view from October 15, 2024 to February 23, 2025 at the Swedish Institute, this free installation showcases the work of this artist, known for her figurative paintings and sculptural objects, which she uses notably in the scenography of her various performances, conceived as "rituals".

Dhani Harrison, George's son, in concert at La Maroquinerie in Paris

Dhani Harrison lands in Paris this autumn as part of his European tour. To discover the British artist and his latest solo album, head for La Maroquinerie in Paris on Tuesday October 15, 2024.

Benoit Castel's galettes and brioche des Rois for Epiphany 2025

For Epiphany 2025, pastry chef and baker Benoit Castel is still offering his beautiful frangipane galette that we never tire of, a new apple galette and his generous brioche that we love.

Heritage Days 2024: an unusual stroll through the Père-Lachaise cemetery in Paris

For the Journées du Patrimoine 2024, the Père-Lachaise cemetery invites you to stroll through its spaces, discovering the personalities who populate it. Join us on Saturday September 21 and Sunday September 22, for a walk like no other through the heart of the famous Parisian cemetery.

"Astral forests": our photos from the free exhibition at the Swedish Institute in Paris

This autumn, the Swedish Institute unveils its "Astral Forests"! To be seen exclusively from September 6 to 22, 2024, this free group exhibition brings together the work of five talented Swedish artists at the crossroads of design, contemporary art and traditional Nordic crafts. Would you like a tour?

Open house at the Ménilmontant 2024 studios: discover the artists of the 20th arrondissement

Les Ateliers de Ménilmontant open their doors to the general public from September 26 to 28, 2024: come and meet the painters, sculptors, photographers, engravers, ceramists, draughtsmen, visual artists and video artists of Paris' 20th arrondissement.

Féria de Séville 2024: entertainment, dances and a parade to immerse you in Andalusia in the 20th arrondissement

Travel to Spain without even leaving Paris? It's possible, thanks to the strong presence of Andalusian culture in our capital: shows, balls... and the annual, not-to-be-missed feria in the 20th arrondissement!

Fête de la Musique 2024 at 88 Ménilmontant: sun-drenched concerts and DJ sets for chilling out in Paris

On Friday June 21, celebrate the Fête de la Musique 2024 at 88 Ménilmontant, in the 20th arrondissement of Paris. Join us from 4pm for free, sunny, open-air concerts and DJ sets! A great way to celebrate the start of summer!

Fête de la Musique 2024: Midsommar and free concerts at the Swedish Institute in Paris

For this new Fête de la Musique, to be experienced on Friday June 21, 2024, the garden of the Swedish Institute in Paris welcomes artists Jelly Crystal and Alice Boman, to offer spectators two tasty, free musical moments. Just before, the public will be able to discover the traditional dances of Midsommar, the Swedish celebration!

The Bellevilloise rooftop finally opens!

La Bellevilloise is putting its 170m2 roof to good use with the eagerly awaited opening of its rooftop on June 20.

Shaka Ponk in exclusive concert for Europe 2: we were there, we tell you all about it

Bubbling, overexcited, deeply rocking and powerful! On Thursday, May 30, 2024, the Parisian venue La Bellevilloise was literally rocked by the incredible performance of Shaka Ponk. The French band was in the capital's 20th arrondissement to give a private, exclusive concert for Europe 2. We were there and tell you all about their stunning, ultra-intimate set.

Shaka Ponk in exclusive concert for Europe 2 at La Bellevilloise

As Shaka Ponk prepares to criss-cross the summer festivals on their farewell tour, the band invades the small venue of La Bellevilloise in Paris on Thursday, May 30, 2024. On the program? An exclusive, intimate and ultra-private concert (by invitation only) for Europe 2!

Nuit des Musées 2024: discover the Swedish Institute in Paris, the cultural center's program

Located in the Marais district of Paris, the Swedish Institute regularly offers a wide range of cultural events. Take advantage of the Nuit des Musées, this Saturday, May 18, 2024, to discover these exciting events showcasing Sweden!