What to do in paris this weekend - activities

Urban Art Fair 2024: the Street Art Fair unveils at Carreau du Temple, our photos

The Carreau du Temple hosts the eighth edition of the international urban art fair: the Urban Art Fair. From April 25 to 28, 2024, street-art enthusiasts won't want to miss this event, which brings together the best of international urban art in a single venue.

Celebrate the Year of China at the Musée Guimet : A festive and lively weekend

China invites itself to Paris at the Musée Guimet! On April 27 and 28, 2024, a festive weekend marks the launch of the Year of China at the Musée Guimet, offering a rich program for a plunge into the Chinese cultural universe. With a wide range of activities and surprises, this event promises to be a wonderful discovery. Discover the program.

Onze Bouge 2024, the 11th arrondissement's festival of free shows, is back!

The very cool Onze Bouge festival returns for another edition in the streets of Paris' 11th arrondissement, from May 16 to 20, 2024. On the program: dance, theater, music and comedy shows, all presented free of charge for all our enjoyment - we're running, of course.

Q Bar, the excellent Thai restaurant and cocktail bar in the 11th arrondissement.

We'd like to take you on a tour of Q Bar, a Thai restaurant featuring homemade dishes made with fresh ingredients, and historically the first Thai bistro to open in Paris. Exotic cocktails, astonishing pad thai and superb, flavorful plates await you in a pretty, unique decor.

La Trêve, the exceptional exhibition at the Basilique Saint-Denis dedicated to Jeux Antiques

La Trêve is the name of the exhibition-installation awaiting us at the Cathedral Basilica of Saint-Denis from April 5 to September 15, 2024, offering a unique journey through inhabited portraits, photographic frescoes and costumes loosely inspired by the ancient Olympic Games. We take you on a journey of discovery...

10 must-visit parks and gardens in Paris and the Ile-de-France region in April

In April, the flowering season is in full swing. Here are 10 must-see parks and gardens in and around Paris in April, featuring wisteria, iris, azaleas and rhododendrons to delight flower lovers.

88 Ménilmontant: La Bellevilloise's short-lived summer wasteland opens up to us

88 Ménilmontant reopened its doors on April 12, 2024, offering a green wasteland terrace and boutique workshops in the heart of Paris's 20th arrondissement.

Tour Auto 2024 at Paris Expo, Porte de Versailles

The Tour Auto 2024 celebrates its 33ᵉ edition from Paris to Biarritz. As every year and to our great delight, classic cars await us on Sunday April 21 and Monday April 22, 2024 at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles.

Seven Heaven, Paris' first dog-friendly coffee shop

Seven Heaven is the name of the friendly, welcoming new coffee shop that has opened its doors in the 11ᵉ arrondissement of Paris. A gourmet spot open to families, where telecommuters as well as dogs, are welcome.

Aurelien Cohen's ephemeral patisserie in Paris, a real treat!

Food lovers beware, Aurélien Cohen and his crazy pastries are settling in Paris. He will be taking over the Fou de Pâtisserie boutique-tea room on rue de Seine until April 28, 2024. It's time to run, fly and feast on his creations, some of them never seen before.

Présences arabes exhibition at the Musée d'Art Moderne de Paris unveiled, photos

We take you on a tour of the exhibition "Présences arabes. Art moderne et décolonisation, Paris 1908-1988", a unique collection of over 200 works, most of which have never before been shown in France. The exhibition runs from April 5 to August 25, 2024 at the Musée d'Art Moderne de Paris (MAM).

Gabriel Pierné Square and its sublime cherry blossoms

In the heart of Saint-Germain-des-Prés, Square Gabriel Pierné is the place to be in spring. In April, cherry blossom lights up this buccolic spot where you can relax. This little corner of paradise, hidden behind the Institut de France, becomes the scene of a fascinating ephemeral nature, a must-see.

Brigat' Gelato, the Place des Vosges ice cream parlour with Italian ice creams that awaken the taste buds

Italian gelato alert on the horizon! Brigat, the bakery-pastry shop we love on Place des Vosges in Paris, is launching its ice cream shop right next door, and we're taking you on a tour of this gourmet spot that combines good ice cream, cookies and good coffee.

Boulangerie Pâtisserie l'Équilibre, the best in French patisserie Paris 15e

L'Équilibre is the Boulangerie Pâtisseries that everyone flocks to in Paris's 15th arrondissement. With a baker and pastry chef who is a former palace sous chef, the pastries, viennoiseries and sourdough breads are as luxurious as they are gourmet, and at a more affordable price. We love the classic, excellently executed, all in a historic boutique.

France Miniature Easter Egg Hunt 2024 (78)

Looking for a good egg hunt in the Yvelines? Head for France Miniature, the theme park of many treasures, which is unveiling a special Easter trail from March 29 to 31, 2024.

Phobia Escape Game: the escape game that ignores padlocks and codes

Escape game fans, we've found a new way to play! Phobia Escape Game, located in the 13th arrondissement of Paris, is revolutionizing the way escape games are played by offering players total immersion in different worlds, all locked in a room with no codes or padlocks to advance or exit. And no stopwatch either... Ready to take up the challenge?

Amnesty Film Festival: a fine program of committed films, February 2-4

The Amnesty Film Festival returns for its 14th edition from February 2 to 4, with a selection of committed short and feature-length films, screened at Le Luminor cinema.

La Roseraie du Parc Lebaudy on the Ile de Puteaux

We're off to Puteaux, on the banks of the Seine just outside Paris in the Hauts-de-Seine department, to discover the Parc Lebaudy and its sublime rose garden, free and open to all. A real beauty, it features almost 1,600 rose bushes and 200 varieties of roses in a French-style landscaped garden.

Akira Back's exceptional Japanese brunch at the Prince de Galles Paris - no longer exists

This brunch is no longer available. "Laid Back Brunch" is the name of the new Saturday gourmet rendezvous arriving at the Prince de Galles Paris on September 9, 2023. Japanese dishes revisited in a format that combines refinement and generosity, all in a festive atmosphere. We've tested the offer exclusively and recommend it: it's a delight.

Le Ballon de Paris Generali at Parc André Citroën

Flying over Paris in a balloon has been possible since 1999 on the lawn of the Parc André Citroën with the Ballon de Paris, now also known as the Ballon Generali. To take in the view, breathe in the air and amaze the kids, try out an original ride in the world's largest balloon.