Grand événement paris ile de france guide - activities

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5 free castles around Paris to discover this Sunday, May 5, 2024, 1st Sunday of the month

On the first Sunday of every month, certain monuments, and in particular châteaux, open their doors to us for a free visit. Why not take advantage of this Sunday, May 5, 2024, to treat yourself to one of the sublime châteaux of our Ile-de-France heritage? Don't forget, some of them require free advance reservations, so be sure to check and prepare your visits in advance.
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The Chemin de fer des Chanteraines celebrates its 40th anniversary with a free weekend of events in May.

This year, on Ascension weekend 2024, a major event is taking place in Gennevilliers' Parc des Chanteraines: and with good reason, it's a special occasion, as the Chemin de fer des Chanteraines celebrates its 40th anniversary that weekend.
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NBA Paris Game 2025: San Antonio Spurs - Indiana Pacers, two games at Accor Arena

NBA games are back in Paris! Like last year, French fans will be able to attend a basketball league game at the Accor Arena in Paris. Join us on January 23 and 25, 2025, to see the San Antonio Spurs and Indiana Pacers.
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Paris Face Cachée, the next edition in 2025 to discover the underside of the capital

The Paris Face Cachée event returns for a new edition in 2025. The concept invites us to discover secret spots and behind-the-scenes jobs through free or low-cost behind-the-scenes tours of the capital. A great way to discover places closed to the public in February. Stay tuned for dates and program.
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Where to see the most beautiful wisteria in Paris and the Ile-de-France region?

Are you fascinated by the beauty of wisteria? From April to May, they reveal all their beauty. To make the most beautiful discoveries and take the most beautiful photos of these famous blue-purple flowers, we reveal the must-see and sometimes hidden and secret spots.
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Les rendez-vous de la Madeleine, re-enactment weekends at the château de la Madeleine - photos

Les rendez-vous de la Madeleine are back from these April 27 and 28, 2024. Head for the Château de la Madeleine in Chevreuse, where we invite you to relive medieval life, free of charge, over 4 lively weekends from late April to October.
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Esprit Jardin, the free plant festival of Versailles 2024, program

Esprit Jardin celebrates the Fête des Plantes de Versailles on April 27 and 28, 2024. On the program: plant and equipment sales, workshops, entertainment, shows and much more with free admission.
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Paris Games Week 2024: dates of the next edition at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles

Paris Games Week is back at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, for a new, even more exhilarating edition. See you October 23-27, 2024 for the 13th edition!
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Knights' tournaments, shows and period costumes for the Dourdan Medieval Festival (91)

The Fête Médiévale de Dourdan, a not-to-be-missed event in southern Essonne, returns on June 1 and 2, 2024 for two days of entertainment on the theme of the Middle Ages. Embark on a two-day journey to the heart of the Middle Ages!
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Camel, dromedary and llama parade finally confirmed at Bois de Vincennes

Camels, but also dromedaries, llamas and alpacas in Paris? This weekend, camelids were to take to the streets of the capital to mark the world year of these artiodactyl mammals. To celebrate the event, a large camelid parade was scheduled to take place in the heart of Paris this Saturday, April 20, 2024, with the participation of some thirty foreign delegations. However, the Prefecture de Police issued an order banning the event from the streets of Paris, proposing an alternative route through the Bois de Vincennes. The parade will therefore start this Saturday afternoon from the esplanade of the Château de Vincennes.
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Prix de Diane Longines 2024: concert, chic picnic and elegance at the Hippodrome de Chantilly

The Prix de Diane Longines 2024 returns to Chantilly racecourse on Sunday June 16, 2024. As famous for its filly race as for its concours d'élégance, chic picnic and garden party atmosphere, the event is a must-see of the season!
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Bal des Parisiennes 2024: the magic of a real Viennese ball at the Pavillon Dauphine in Paris - reservations

Saturday June 8, 2024, get out your ball gowns and elegant costumes to take part in the new edition of the Bal des Parisiennes! The Bal Viennois de Paris takes place this year at the Pavillon Dauphine, at the entrance to the Bois de Boulogne. It's the perfect opportunity to bring out your inner Cinderella!
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Paris Fan Festival 2024, comics, manga and Korean village on the programme, the guests

Pop culture fans, this festival is for you! Between exhibitions and animations, meet your favorite movie and video game heroes at the Paris Fan Festival, April 27 and 28, 2024, at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles.
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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.
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Hanami: the cherry blossom festival in the Parc de Sceaux

Hanami, the famous springtime cherry blossom festival, is being celebrated in the Parc de Sceaux from March 30 to April 28, 2024. To mark the occasion, the Domaine départemental de Sceaux is unveiling a rich program of events for the whole family. A great way to immerse yourself in this Japanese celebration.
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A weekend of historical re-enactment at the Château de Fontainebleau 2024, a journey through time

Every year, the Château de Fontainebleau brings Napoleon 1ᵉʳ and Marie-Louise back to life during a weekend of historical re-enactment to celebrate the 210th anniversary of Napoleon Iᵉʳ's abdication. On Saturday, April 20 and Sunday, April 21, 2024, nearly 250 history buffs will take us back to the life of Napoleon's court, with a host of events in the gardens and within the château. Journey back to 1810!
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Songkhan 2024: the water festival at the Wat Pho pagoda in Breux-Jouy (91)

On Saturday April 27 and Sunday April 28, 2024, the Wat Pho pagoda celebrates water at Songkhan 2024, a major gathering to discover!
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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.
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Foire de Paris 2024 and Lépine competition at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles

The Foire de Paris returns to Paris Expo Porte de Versailles from May 1 to 12, 2024. This flagship event in the Paris trade show calendar promises good times, great deals and innovative discoveries, thanks in particular to the Lépine competition.
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Paris Marathon 2025: registration opens for the famous race in the capital

The 48th edition of the Schneider Electric Marathon de Paris will be held on Sunday April 13, 2025. Once again, runners will cross the capital, passing through some of its most beautiful spots.