Activité insolite guide - activities

Take part in the free Dictée pour Tous challenge at Ateliers Gaîté, this Saturday, October 7

If you're a lover of literature, spelling and the French language, join us at the Ateliers Gaîté, in the 14th arrondissement, to take part in the great dictation, free and open to all, this Saturday, October 7, 2023!

Discover the first vineyard perched on the roof of a historic building in the Marais district of Paris.

While the vineyards of Montmartre are well known, there are others that are far more unusual. Recently, vines have been planted on the roof of a historic building in the Marais district, and you can visit them!

La Fondation du Rien: the unusual event with cancelled activities to learn to take your time

What an unusual activity! How about doing nothing for a change? The Fondation du Rien, set up by the MAIF Social Club and Le Centquatre, offers you the chance to avoid attending events that have already been cancelled, and finally find some time for yourself!

Introduction to Afghan walking in the forest of Saint-Germain-en-Laye

For a walk in complete serenity, try out Afghan walking during an intiation offered by the Maisons-Laffitte Tourist Office, in the forest of Saint-Germain-en-Laye.

Unusual: a chilli-eating contest at HOBA's Paris on Fire festival

On Saturday September 30, get ready for the capital's hottest festival: Paris on fire! returns for a second year with a very (very) spicy program.

La Fête des Chiens Guides 2023, at the Paris Guide Dog School

The Paris Guide Dog School opens its doors to you for the Fête des Chiens Guides, on September 24, 2023. Many activities are on the program, including demonstrations by our educators, Braille initiations, simulation courses and games for children!

Unusual: a Parisian chef offers dishes created in modeling clay by children

It's perhaps the most unusual news of the 2023 autumn season: from August 30 and for one month, the chef at the French Coco restaurant will be offering a creative, unusual menu made from children's clay creations. Yes, you're not dreaming: head to the French Coco restaurant in the 15th arrondissement, on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays!

Paradox Museum Paris, a crazy journey of optical illusions!

Paradox Museum, 90 experiences of trompe l'oeil, optical illusions and sensory upheaval await you in Paris. You'll love being fooled and capturing surrealist images. Would you like to try it out?

The Hôtel de la Marine invites us to its free medieval ball, to celebrate Franco-English art

Come and dance with Milord and Milady at the medieval French-English ball organized by the Hôtel de la Marine on Saturday, September 23, 2023. It's free, so don't miss out!

Unusual: yoga and a meditative walk among the animals at Thoiry Zoo

Fancy a yoga session with a difference? This fall, Thoiry Zoo invites you to stay zen among the animals, with a meditative walk and lunch included, on Wednesdays September 13, 20 and 27, 2023.

Vedettes de Paris organizes its free open-air cinema

Vedettes de Paris, the iconic company of the Seine, launches its first open-air cinema this Wednesday, August 23, with "Ratatouille", "La Tour Montparnasse Infernale" and "Le Fabuleux Destin d'Amelie Poulain" to be seen in the heart of the City of Light.

Yoga at the museum: free your body and mind in the capital's cultural institutions

For unusual wellness spots, try yoga classes in the heart of a Paris museum! A number of cultural institutions regularly offer these activities as a way of cultivating yourself while doing some sport.

Boby la Plante, playful workshops to create your own terrarium

If you're a plant lover, come and visit Boby la Plante, an astonishingly friendly store where you can create your own miniature tropical garden and take it home with you in fun workshops!

Pot au Print, the back-to-school festival dedicated to the graphic arts and culinary arts at Cité Fertile

From September 15 to 17, a micro-festival as unusual as it is unusual arrives at Cité Fertile for a long weekend dedicated to the graphic and culinary arts, cleverly combining cooking and magazine creation workshops, exhibitions and a creators' market.

Vélorail: discover Seine-et-Marne and Essonne on the railroads

If you're looking for an unusual way to explore the region while getting in a bit of exercise, why not try velorail? This fun activity, which involves pedaling along railroad tracks with family or friends, is available in Seine-et-Marne and Essonne.

Les labyrinthes de Gally, combining play and adventure at the Ferme de Saint-Cyr l'Ecole (78)

From May to October, the Ferme de Saint-Cyr l'Ecole offers a whole new adventure playground for families, with green labyrinths to explore in an attempt to solve riddles and discover the mysteries of the Ferme de Saint-Cyr.

Unusual: the first soapbox race in Dourdan (91), on October 1st

After the Paris Marathon, the Tour de France, the bathtub race on the Canal de l'Ourcq and the fast-approaching Olympic Games, it's become almost routine to see people running. So, the region's most unusual race is sure to please: see you in Dourdan, Essonne, on October 1, 2023.

A giant back-to-school murder party at Jardin 21

Gather your dream team of investigators and head for the murder party at Jardin 21, on the evening of Wednesday September 6: this is where Madame de la Roche was discovered murdered a few days ago... Will you find the culprit?

Good plans: a free roller party at Césure (5e), for the start of the 2023 school year

For the start of the new school year in September 2023, we're keeping up the vacation spirit with a host of events, including a festive roller party on September 14, 2023 at Césure, in the 5th arrondissement.

Country evenings at the Ferme de Saint-Cyr l'Ecole (78): barbecue, concerts and vintage games

From May to October 2023, the Ferme de Saint-Cyr l'Ecole will be transformed into a veritable adventure playground, with the return of its incredible maze until the All Saints' Day vacations. So, for a memorable summer evening, come and discover the country evenings at the farm!