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The Lunar New Year is celebrated in this Yvelines town with a variety of free events.

Chinese New Year arrives in Houilles on Saturday, February 14, 2026, with a full day of festivities hosted by the Culture Chine France association and the town council at Place Michelet. Here's everything you need to know.

Lunar New Year 2026 in Paris 13th: Free events featuring performances, exhibitions, activities, and a parade

The 13th arrondissement of Paris is ringing in the Lunar New Year 2026, commonly known as the Chinese New Year, celebrating the Year of the Fire Horse. The festivities run from February 13th to March 1st, featuring a parade, exhibitions, concerts, dance performances, and free cultural activities.

Read to your heart's content: the free literary festival celebrating Hachette’s bicentennial at Palais Brongniart

From March 13 to 15, 2026, the Palais Brongniart will host the "Grandes Rencontres Hachette - Lire à la folie" festival, a free event celebrating two centuries of publishing. With signings, talks, and workshops, this festival encourages visitors of all ages to explore the fascinating world behind the pages of a book.

Blurred Boundaries: The Immersive Exhibit at the Frigos in Paris

Sponsored - The exhibition Zone de flou offers an immersive artistic experience at the Frigos in Paris, exploring the spectrum from the visible to the invisible, from reality to fiction.

An immersive pop-up skincare experience that's entirely free is arriving in Paris this weekend.

A new pop-up is launching in Paris this weekend, with a fresh focus on skincare. Visitors can enjoy an immersive experience, including skin diagnostics and a variety of free activities, happening on January 31st and February 1st, 2024.

Valentine's Day 2026: Free Admission to Celebrate the Reopening of the Museum of Romantic Life

The Museum of Romantic Life marks its reopening and Valentine's Day with a special free day for all, packed with unique activities. Come celebrate art and love this February 14, 2026.

Kathia St. Hilaire: A Powerful Exhibition at the Perrotin Gallery

The Haitian-American artist Kathia St. Hilaire is showcasing a series of engravings and collages in Paris that delve into themes of spiraling, migration, and exile stories. On view at the Perrotin Gallery from January 10 to March 7, 2026, the exhibition offers a contemplative exploration of diasporic journeys, blending artistic expression with political insight.

The Perrotin gallery hosts an exhibition dedicated to art inspired by the game of chess.

The Perrotin Gallery in Paris is hosting a group exhibition titled A Century of Chess, exploring the impact of the game on modern and contemporary art. Running from January 31 to February 28, 2026, and curated by R. Jonathan Lambert, the show features works by Marcel Duchamp, Man Ray, Martin Parr, and William Wegman. Through paintings, sculptures, and photographs, it delves into the diverse artistic interpretations inspired by this deeply strategic game.

World Tourism Fair 2026: The ultimate travel festival at Porte de Versailles – free tickets available

The World Tourism Fair returns from March 12 to 15, 2026, at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles for an edition packed with new discoveries. Explore top destinations—from France to the farthest reaches of the world—with personalized tips and immersive experiences.

Marathoon 2026: A free marathon for children in Paris, giving them the chance to run like the grown-ups

On April 11, 2026 — the day before the Paris Marathon — kids will get the chance to run from Place de Fontenoy during the Marathoon’s event. Four fun, free races and a medal for every young participant await the little athletes!