What to do this weekend - activities

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.

Caillebotte, the affordable, gourmet bistro in Paris's 9th arrondissement

Caillebotte is the Bistrot Gourmand in Paris's 9th arrondissement, combining good food and conviviality with inventive, affordable cuisine. It's the kind of address that gets whispered about under the mantle, ideal for its excellent value for money, with a menu at €23 lunchtime and €43 evening. The quality of its dishes makes it a Parisian word-of-mouth favorite.

Easter pastries from Bo&Mie 2024, the chocolate bombs

Bo&Mie, the modern patisserie we love, unveils its lovely Easter creations to enjoy until April 3, 2024. Beautiful chocolate treats, to be savored without hesitation, whether you prefer entremets, madeleines, cabosse or New York Rolls, or all at once.

The Paradox Museum Egg Hunt, an unusual hunt in Paris

This Sunday, March 31, 2024, the Paradox Museum is offering an unusual egg hunt. The 1,700 m² museum, which will overwhelm all your senses, will be hiding eggs and cocottes within its walls. And as the icing on the cake, Jade Génin chocolates are up for grabs!

An exceptional brunch at Château de Villiers-Le-Mahieu in the Yvelines, with all kinds of entertainment

If you'd like to go green and enjoy an exceptional all-you-can-eat brunch without having to go to the ends of the earth, then we invite you to discover Château de Villiers-le-Mahieu in the Yvelines. Part of the Les Maison de Campagne group, this site also offers a whole range of activities included in the package, for a fantastic day out. Golf, boating, cycling, games, cinema and even snacks await you...

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.

Fête des Plantes 2024 at Château de La Roche-Guyon in the Val d'Oise

La Roche-Guyon hosts the 29th Fête des Plantes et de l'art de vivre au jardin on Saturday May 4 and Sunday May 5, 2024, on the theme of verticality. This picturesque village, just an hour from Paris, is the place to go green.

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.

Maison Ghibli: the Japanese animation studio's pop-up store is back

Maison Ghibli, Studio Ghibli's pop-up store, is back! Join us from October 21 to December 24, 2023 to immerse yourself in the world of Hayao Miyazaki's films and many others.

Fête de la Science 2023: an unusual stroll through the Pépinière de Saint-Maur-des-Fossés (94)

The Fête de la Science is back in Paris and the Ile-de-France region. Numerous events are planned in the Ile-de-France region, such as at CHU la Pépinière, in Saint-Maur-des-Fossés (94), where we look forward to seeing you on October 14, 2023.

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.

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.

The Jaipur Café Brunch, for a healthy meal on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays!

An all-you-can-eat Indian brunch that's as tasty as it is delicious? Jaipur Café is located in the 10th arrondissement of Paris, a stone's throw from Faubourg Poissonnière. Every Saturday, Sunday and public holiday, enjoy an affordable, gourmet brunch for 29 euros.

The Traversée de Paris estivale en véhicules d'époque 2023 returns

The Traversée de Paris estivale en voitures anciennes et véhicules d'époque returns this Sunday, July 30, 2023. For this summer edition, 700 vehicles over 30 years old are expected to take to the streets of the capital, discovering a number of historic places!

À la vie, à la mort, the free festive event at Père-Lachaise

This June 25, 2023, from 3 pm to 6 pm, discover "À la vie, à la mort", a festive and poetic event at the gates of Père-Lachaise in Paris. Don't miss this free invitation to celebrate illustrious and anonymous talent: actors, musicians, singers, dancers and amateurs pay tribute to the illustrious and anonymous talents resting in the nearby cemetery or elsewhere.

Festival des Enfants, the Essarts-de-Roi funfair and amusement park for families

Le Festival des Enfants is an amusement park offering rides, inflatables and an aquatic area, located in Les Essarts-le-Rois in the Yvelines region, just past Coignières along the Nationale 10. Dedicated to children under the age of 12, this funfair awaits children throughout the summer of 2023. Don't forget your swimwear!

La Canopee, the gourmet and festive rooftop at the Beffroi de Montrouge, is back!

As of June 1, 2023, La Canopée, the convivial rooftop of the Beffroi de Montrouge, is back. Offering an oasis of greenery until the end of September, this festive venue offers a great festive and gourmet experience south of Paris.

HOLI at the Jardin d'Acclimatation 2024, the Indian festival of colors returns to Paris

Holi, the famous traditional Indian festival of a thousand colors, returns to the Jardin d'Acclimatation this Sunday, May 26, 2024. Want to see all the colors (literally)? This Sunday, May 26, is an incredible event not to be missed!

La Gaîté lyrique reopens: festive weekend and discovery of the Fabrique of the time

The Gaîté lyrique in Paris reopens its doors with a festive weekend from May 12 to 14, 2023. We discover its new ambitious project: the Fabrique de l'époque. Concerts, exhibitions and debates await you.

Plants and flowers market in Argenteuil 2023: Discover the Valley of plants and flowers

This weekend, enjoy the plant and flower market in Argenteuil, La Vallée aux plantes et aux fleurs 2023. Meet on April 15 and 16 on Héloïse Boulevard to celebrate spring.