Saint merri district - activities

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!

L'enfance du design: an exhibition of nostalgia and design at the Centre Pompidou

The Centre Pompidou looks at furniture and objects created for children in the 20th century, in a design exhibition to be discovered from April 25 to August 12, 2024.

Les trois petits cochons, a family show at the Essaïon theater

From March 30 to July 24, 2024, the Three Little Pigs await you at the Théâtre l'Essaïon, in the 14th arrondissement, to help them face the Big Bad Wolf. With the whole family and toddlers aged 1 and over, come and join us for a great, fun-filled adventure!

WT5 show: Renault celebrates the return of R5 at the Centre Pompidou, a legendary pop culture venue, for an exceptional show open to all. Directed by Sadeck Berrabah

A show by Sadeck Berrabah, a performance by the Orchestre d'harmonie de la Garde républicaine and a carte blanche given to Cyril Lancelin... Renault invites you to a 100% original event open to all, to celebrate the launch of the Renault 5 E-Tech 100% electric. See you on Tuesday April 23 at 5.55pm in front of the Centre Pompidou*!

All-you-can-eat brunch and mosaic workshops for children, every Sunday at Café Beaubourg

Every Sunday at Café Beaubourg, it's brunch time with a capital "B". What's on the menu? An all-you-can-eat buffet for the whole family and - the icing on the cake - free creative workshops for kids.

The birth of department stores, a double exhibition at the heart of these mythical Parisian landmarks

The Musée des Arts Décoratifs and the Cité de l'Architecture take us to the heart of the legendary addresses of Parisian art de vivre with "The Birth of Department Stores", a two-part exhibition. Visit the MAD from April 10 to October 13, 2024, then from October 16, 2024 to March 16, 2025, to discover the history of these temples to fashion right up to the present day.

Jonathan O'Donnell's new show has a nice atmosphere

"Sympa l'ambiance" is the new one-man show by Jonathan O'Donnell, radio commentator and fan of the Parisian stand-up scene. The comedian will be appearing at The Joke comedy club for 3 dates: April 24, May 1 and May 22, 2024.

La Nuit des Relais 2024: a night-time solidarity race against violence against women

Nuit des Relais is back in Paris! This solidarity race against violence against women awaits you this April 23, 2024, on the square in front of the Hôtel de Ville, for an evening of sport and festivities.

Easter 2024: distribution of chocolate eggs at the Family Hippodrome

Easter is just around the corner, and with this popular holiday comes the return of the traditional egg hunt! At the Hippodrome d'Auteuil, this year it's not a hunt that awaits you, but a beautiful distribution of chocolate eggs during the traditional Family Sundays at the Hippodrome.

The Joke: a comedy club created by Baptiste Lecaplain in central Paris

The Joke, opened in 2022, is a comedy club created by comedian Baptiste Lecaplain . In an elegant, intimate setting, stand-up professionals and new faces alike can be discovered in Paris's 4th arrondissement.

10 years of transforming Paris: free events at Hôtel de Ville

The Hôtel de Ville opens its doors to Parisians this Saturday, March 23, 2024, to unveil 10 years of transforming Paris. On the program? Climbing, free seed distribution and meetings with elected officials and agents working for the City of Light.

The Afro-Caribbean Market 2024: fashion, beauty, home decor, books and gastronomy!

The Afro-Caribbean Market returns to Paris on the weekend of March 16-17, 2024, with over 70 exhibitors from the fashion, beauty, deco, publishing and catering sectors! An opportunity to explore the diversity of Afro-Caribbean culture in a friendly, festive atmosphere in the heart of the Haut Marais district.

BHV Marais: have your treasures appraised free of charge before an exceptional auction

BHV Marais and Maison de vente Tajan invite you to come and have your treasures appraised by a team of experts from April 4 to 6, then on April 23, 24 and 27, 2024. Come to the Rue de Rivoli department store with your nuggets, which could be the stars of the auction on May 16, 2024!

Panozzi, Italian street-food sandwiches filled with the finest ingredients

At Panozzi, panozzo sandwiches come in all shapes and sizes, in a multitude of original and tasty recipes.

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.

Le syndrome d'Hercule, a family show at the Théâtre de l'Essaïon, from March 30

From March 23, the Théâtre de l'Essaïon brings the Twelve Labors of Hercules up to date, and invites you to join the team of actors for a family show for children and adults, to be seen from age 6!

Coming Soon: our photos from the group show at Lafayette Anticipations

Lafayette Anticipations invites you to discover its new exhibition, Coming Soon, from February 28 to May 12, 2024. Immerse yourself in an artistic reflection on confirmed and probable futures, combining contemporary and historical works!

Grand Steeple-Chase de Paris 2024, the obstacle race at the Hippodrome d'Auteuil

Like every year, the Grand Steeple-Chase de Paris makes its grand return on the weekend of May 18 and 19, 2024 at the Hippodrome d'Auteuil. With entertainment for all the family, the horse race is as eagerly awaited as ever!

Les monteurs s'affichent 2024, the festival that unveils the secrets of editing at the Luminor

Actors, directors, screenwriters: they're all famous and celebrated. But what about the editors? Indispensable to the creation of a film, the work of the editor is closely studied with the festival Les monteurs s'affichent at Luminor Hôtel de Ville, from March 13 to 18, 2024.

Tina Modotti: the retrospective photo exhibition at the Jeu de Paume - our photos

A modern, committed artist, Tina Modotti is honored at the Jeu de Paume, Paris, from February 13 to May 26, 2024. A retrospective photo exhibition not to be missed.