Sports experience guide - activities

Les Virades de l'Espoir, the cystic fibrosis race at the Jardin d'Acclimatation

The Virade de Paris returns for another edition on September 24, 2023 at the Jardin d'Acclimatation. On the program: races, hikes, but above all stands to take part in the fight against cystic fibrosis.

Internationaux de France de Gymnastique 2023 at the Accor Arena

From September 16 to 17, 2023, Paris' Accor Arena will host the prestigious Internationaux de France de Gymnastique, a rehearsal for the 2024 Olympic Games. So, are you ready for some high-flying action?

EDF Aqua Challenge 2023: the open water swimming race returns to the Bassin de la Villette

On September 16 and 17, 2023, the EDF Aqua Challenge will take place at the Bassin de La Villette in Paris. An excellent opportunity for the French Swimming Federation to promote aquatic activities in the capital's natural environment. The races are open to all!

An inclusive skatepark at the Palais de Tokyo for Paralympic Day

To mark Paralympic Day, the Palais de Tokyo is hosting a traveling skatepark to celebrate the Paris 2024 Games, inviting all riders, apprentices and regulars alike, able-bodied and disabled alike, to come and try out the space, before it moves to Place de la République.

Rugby World Cup 2023: an evening with All Blacks legend Dan Carter at Salle Pleyel

If you're a rugby fan, you're bound to know Dan Carter, a true All Blacks legend! This October 18, 2023, in the middle of the World Cup, you can meet him at the Salle Pleyel.

Soldats sportifs: the photo exhibition on sport in the army at the Musée de la Grande Guerre

For almost a year, the Musée de la Grande Guerre (Great War Museum) will be showcasing sporting practices in the army, with an exceptional free photographic exhibition on the forecourt.

Rugby World Cup 2023: the schedule for the rugby village on Place de la Concorde

During the Rugby World Cup, come and enjoy a festive and sporty space on the Place de la Concorde! From September 8 to October 28, 2023, come and enjoy exceptional animations.

Rugby World Cup: a rugby village sets up in Saint-Denis, near the Stade de France

Just a stone's throw from the Stade de France, the emblematic venue for the Rugby World Cup 2023, a rugby village will be set up for two months, with a host of free events and match broadcasts on the program!

Paris Max Freestyle: the free urban sports event at Les Halles

Fans of 3x3 basketball, breaking, freestyle soccer and other urban disciplines? Join us from September 21 to 24, 2023 at the Forum des Halles for free initiations, battles and competitions you won't want to miss!

Rugby'Art: the sports exhibition retracing the history of the oval ball during the World Cup

During the Rugby World Cup 2023, a traveling exhibition will be set up between Paris and Levallois-Perret, retracing the sport's 200-year history. An opportunity to reveal the talents of rugby players and artists, who will also be exhibiting their works.

Euro 2024: where to see the qualifying match between France and Ireland at the Parc des Princes?

Deprived of the Stade de France, the French soccer team will move to the Parc des Princes, the mythical stadium of PSG, to play a qualifying match for Euro 2024, against Ireland, on September 7, 2023.

2023 International Wheelchair Rugby Cup at the Halle Carpentier and Accor Arena

Right in the middle of the 2023 Rugby World Cup, the Wheelchair Rugby World Cup will be coming to the capital for the very first time, from October 18 to 22, 2023. Discover the 8 best teams in the world!

Rugby World Cup 2023: a Rugby Park at Auber RER station

Before the Rugby World Cup 2023 kicks off, come and enjoy four days of activities and workshops around the oval ball, in the rugby park at Auber RER station!

Unusual sport: cane fighting demonstrations in the 11th arrondissement

Are you familiar with the canne de combat? Discover this French combat sport, used by Sherlock Holmes and Arsène Lupin, at the 11th arrondissement's forum des associations, thanks to the Association Sportive de Canne d'Arme.

Joinville 2023 10km: free color run and French championship semi-final

On September 17, 2023, join Joinville-le-Pont for an incredible day of running, with a choice of 5 or 10 kilometers, and even a free color run for the whole family!

RugbyGirl Académie: discovery days and 100% women's rugby courses in Orsay

Rugby may be considered a very masculine sport, but that doesn't mean that women are excluded. Lenaïg Corson, a former international player, has set up a rugby school for girls aged 13 to 16, offering courses and discovery days in Orsay!

Rugby World Cup 2023: fan zones and places to watch and experience the competition in Paris

The sporting event of the year arrives in Paris on September 8, 2023: the Rugby World Cup! To make the most of it, head for the rugby villages, fan zones and festivities set up for the occasion!

Unusual: yoga and a meditative walk among the animals at Thoiry Zoo

Fancy a yoga session with a difference? This fall, Thoiry Zoo invites you to stay zen among the animals, with a meditative walk and lunch included, on Wednesdays September 13, 20 and 27, 2023.

Brooklyn Fitboxing: we tried out this concept combining boxing and bootcamp, a stone's throw from the Arc de Triomphe

A new gym is opening near the Champs-Elysées, a stone's throw from the Arc de Triomphe, from August 29, 2023. During your session, link up boxing and bootcamp moves to let off steam and strengthen your body!

Paris 2024: Olympic canoe-kayak test and rafting baptism at Vaires-sur-Marne

Following on from the test events carried out a year ahead of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, it's now a canoe-kayak event that will take place at a World Cup, in Vaires-sur-Marne, from August 30 to September 1, 2023.