The Port de la gare festival Paris 13th, shows, concerts, workshops and food on the quay program

The quays of the Seine are celebrating this year, and it's on the Port de la gare in the 13th arrondissement of Paris that you'll have to make a beeline for the best of the best from July 18 to 25. Food, performances, concerts and workshops are all on the program, but be warned that you'll need to book in advance to gain access in time for the Olympic Games.

The Festival Port de la Gare, stretches out its arms to you from July 18 to 25, 2024, between the Pont de Bercy and the Pont de Tolbiac. On the program: shows, concerts, creative workshops and food. Located in the 13ᵉ arrondissement of Paris, this festival offers a wealth of good deals with varied cultural and recreational activities.

Alexandre Marchon, a former Top Chef contestant, has opened the PLAT/FORM summer terrace, which is sure to please. The site brings together iconic landmarks such as the Josephine Baker pool, the Quai de la Photo, the Petit Bain, El Alamein, the Dame de Canton, the Kiosque, the Baleine Blanche and the Bateau Phare, each adding their own unique touch to this enchanting setting.

This festival offers a refreshing alternative to the quays of central Paris. Less crowded and more airy, it's the ideal place for those looking to get off the beaten track and experience a vacation before its time. Alexandra Bouigue, owner of the new Bateau Phare, stresses that the aim is to give visitors a vacation atmosphere, in the spirit of Paris Plage rive gauche. At Port de la Gare, visitors can relax on the banks of the Seine, sample fine food, dance, swim, admire photo exhibitions and discover monumental works of art.

The festival program is rich and varied. Discover the full details of the events planned.

The program

Le Petit Bain

Thursday, July 18: Donny Bennet concert at 8 p.m.

Quai de la Photo

Thursday, July 18:
- 1 complimentary welcomedrink from 6 to 7:30 p.m.
- Studio workshop from 3pm
- French House DJ set

La Dame de Canton

DJ evenings and screenings
Mini Market & Musical Brunch
Sports broadcasts
Massage workshop

Bateau Phare : The Bateau Phare takes part in the Olympic Games!

Saturday 20 and Sunday 21 July: Terrace with continuous service from 11am to midnight
- 11am: Initiation to Boxing or Trampoline Jump or Step
- 3pm - 5:30pm: Bateau Phare Olympics with friends or family (fun events for children aged 8 and over, led by 3 certified coaches, 2h30 of fun and laughter)
- 5:30 p.m.: Well-being sessions (comfort after the effort)
- 7pm (Saturday only): Immersive Cabaret-Dinner "Les Mariés" #2
Monday July 22 to Wednesday July 24: Terrace open from 3pm to midnight
- 18h-18h45: Initiation Boxing (Monday) or Trampoline Jump (Tuesday) or Step (Wednesday)
- 18h: Zumba (Monday) or Hip Hop (Tuesday) or Capoeira (Wednesday)
- 19h: Wellness sessions (comfort after exercise.
Thursday July 25: Terrace open from 3pm to midnight
- 6pm-7.30pm: Fun Camp (sports session with DJ set - all levels)
- 6-10 p.m.: DJ set to close this wonderful pre-Olympic week

Plat/Form: Gastronomic brindles

Saturday July 20 and Sunday July 21: Gastronomic brunchwith brothers Jacques and Mathieu Lagarde, former Top Chef candidates, continuous service from 12am to midnight.
Saturday July 27 and Sunday July 28: Japan in the spotlight with Umeshu cocktails, Sake, Chicken Karaage and a tasting menu with a Japanese Michelin-starred chef.

The Port de la Gare is also the ideal spot to watch the rehearsals for the Olympic river parades. Register free of charge before July 12 to get your ticket and apply for your Games Pass. In short, we're looking forward to a great time.