What to do this weekend - activities

The confidential Café Ginori Place Vendôme in Paris, tea time and magical aperitivo

Discovery alert! We've unearthed a sublime, confidential, ephemeral café that should put stars in your eyes: Café Ginori, the result of a collaboration between Ginori 1735 and Potel & Chabot. Don't miss their tea time, aperitivo and pop-up store from December 16 to 23, 2024 and January 4 to 11, 2025, at the Hôtel d'Évreux, Place Vendôme, Paris.

Christmas 2024: a winter village in Pantin (93) during the vacations

For the whole month of December, Pantin celebrates the festive season with a host of events and illuminations!

Lueurs de Mantes: the free light trail in the heart of the Yvelines 2024-2025, is unveiled

Mantes-la-Jolie is shining brightly this winter! For the second time, this Yvelines town is organizing a large-scale, original nocturnal event in the footsteps of its cultural heritage. Join us from December 13, 2024 to February 1, 2025 to discover "Lueurs de Mantes", a luminous and artistic itinerary where illuminated scenographies mingle with digital artworks.

The chic and accessible Christmas Tea Time at the Scribe Paris Opéra 2024

Christmas Tea Time at the Sofitel Scribe Paris Opéra offers a festive, gourmet break right in the heart of the capital. Until December 31, 2024, the Rivages Restaurant welcomes you every day from 3pm to 5pm, under its glass roof bathed in light, to savor the refined creations of Louise Riot, the hotel's talented Pastry Chef.

Christmas market in Crécy-la-Chapelle: an authentic and magical getaway in Seine-et-Marne (77)

The Crécy-la-Chapelle Christmas Market awaits you from Friday December 13 to Sunday December 15, 2024. Come and discover this enchanting Christmas village with almost 100 exhibitors and great family entertainment, all under the sign of magic and conviviality.

Wicked Magic at the Hôtel du Louvre, the Wizard of Oz takes over Hyatt suites

The Hôtel du Louvre and several Hyatt Europe group rooms, in partnership with Universal Pictures, are offering a unique experience: an immersive stay around Wicked, the event film retracing the untold story of the Witches of Oz. Available between December 4 and December 25, 2024, this unusual offer transports us into an enchanted universe inspired by Glinda and Elphaba, the iconic characters from The Wizard of Oz. We've tested it and told you all about it.

Bo Ranch, the huge restaurant-bar and reining venue unique in the Fontainebleau region

At La Chapelle-la-Reine, just a few minutes from Fontainebleau in the Seine-et-Marne region, Bo Ranch immerses you in an authentic western atmosphere. Europe's largest ranch, this unique venue combines a convivial restaurant-bar with a venue for reining competitions, all in a natural setting. An ideal getaway to enjoy tasty cuisine, admire horses in action and share warm moments, whether you're with family, friends or even lovers.

Unusual: the PanoraMagique balloon at Disney Village, a hot-air balloon for a magical view

Did you know that you could fly over Disneyland Paris and enjoy a unique view of the park and its village? The PanoraMagique balloon, the largest tethered balloon in the world, offers an unusual experience, so why not take to the skies?

Christmas at Château de Dampierre en Yvelines: Lights, immersive shows and walks on the program

The Domaine et Château de Dampierre en Yvelines, nestled in the Yvelines department, is decked out in its finest finery to celebrate Christmas. From December 14, 2024 to January 5, 2025, discover the festive season's program of immersive shows, illuminations and magical strolls.

Christmas 2024: ice rink, illuminations and Christmas market at l'Isle-Adam (95)

From November 29, 2024, the town of L'Isle-Adam inaugurates its "Christmas month": 30 days of festive programming to prepare for Christmas 2024!

Christmas 2024: the Christmas market and illuminations at the Château de Nangis, Seine-et-Marne

On the weekend of December 7 and 8, 2024, the town of Nangis, in the Seine-et-Marne département, is pulling out all the stops with a beautiful program designed especially for Christmas.

Paris 2024 Horse Show: the weekend's must-attend equestrian event

The Salon du Cheval de Paris opened its doors today, December 6, 2024, at the Parc des Expositions at Porte de Versailles. Until December 8, this emblematic event offers a complete immersion in the equestrian universe, combining competitions, shows and discoveries for all enthusiasts and the curious.

Asterix, the Immersive Journey exhibition unveiled at the Atelier des Lumières - Extensions

Asterix and Obelix fans beware: an exceptional, immersive exhibition awaits you at the Atelier des Lumières from October 18, 2024 to January 22, 2025. What if you were to travel through the different worlds of René Goscinny and Albert Uderzo?

News: take part in the inauguration of the Olympic bridge linking Île-Saint-Denis to Saint-Denis

After many years of work and an exclusive opening during the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games, the bridge linking Île-Saint-Denis to Saint-Denis will be officially inaugurated this Saturday, December 7, 2024.

Christmas 2024: a free ephemeral ice rink sets up on avenue de Breteuil in December

From December 7 to 29, 2024, an ephemeral but above all, free ice rink will be set up in the 7th arrondissement, avenue de Breteuil. A great family activity not to be missed.

Christmas 2024: dates, program and market in Mareil-les-Meaux (77)

Just outside the town of Meaux, in the Seine-et-Marne region, Mareil-sur-Meaux kicks off its Christmas program with a market and entertainment.

Discover the Christmas Tea Time at Lutetia 2024 with delicious creations by Chef Nicolas Guercio

To warm us up this winter, Le Lutetia is offering a delicious Christmas Afternoon Tea every weekend from November 30, 2024 to January 5, 2025, a discovery as refined as it is generous, carefully prepared by the hotel's Pastry Chef, Nicolas Guercio. Tested and approved, this tea time is sure to delight all your senses.

Jurassic illumination: the 2024-2025 Festival of Lights at the Jardin des Plantes - photos

This year, the Jardin des Plantes is hosting a new edition of its famous lantern trail, entitled "Jurassique en voie d'Illumination". On view from November 20 to January 19, 2024, this exhibition takes us back in time this year. Monumental creatures come to life through majestic light sculptures, transforming the park into a veritable open-air museum. Explore the mysteries of the Jurassic period, while enjoying a magical stroll under the stars. A not-to-be-missed event at the end of the year.

Marché de Noël des Tuileries 2024: dates, times and events

The Jardin des Tuileries Christmas Market awaits you from November 16, 2024 to January 1, 2025. It's the perfect opportunity to shop for Christmas gifts, take in the rides, skate and enjoy the many stalls and gourmet restaurants on site.

Galeries Lafayette 2024 window displays and Christmas tree

In Paris, the magic of Christmas returns to Galeries Lafayette for Christmas 2024. From November 14 to December 31, 2024, we're off to discover the animated window displays and giant Christmas tree enthroned in the heart of the department store. A special edition awaits us this year as the house celebrates its 130ᵉ Christmas. At the helm is Kevin Germanier, creator of the Golden Voyageur des JO, who promises us enchantment and light. Check out the images from the inauguration, which takes place this Thursday, November 14, with guest Vianney.