Châtelet–les halles district

Samaritaine: book your free tour today ahead of the opening, as part of the 2026 Journées Particulières.

The early wake-up might be worth the detour. Today at 2 p.m., the ticket office opens for a free look at the Samaritaine before the crowds arrive, in the calm of the morning and amid its Art Nouveau and Art Deco interiors.

Architecture Days 2026: the astonishing story of the Louvre’s bell tower in Paris

A faux medieval twin and a Second Empire carillon: uncover the Louvre Belfry’s mysteries during Architecture Days 2026 in Paris.

The Madame Rêve Hotel entrusts its new restaurant to Michelin-starred chef Tom Meyer.

Madame Rêve's hotel restaurant opens a new chapter with the arrival of chef Tom Meyer. The MOF, who also oversees La Chèvre d’Or in Èze, unveils a new menu that blends French classics with more personal creations, in the heart of the former Poste du Louvre.

Point Nemo at the Théâtre du Châtelet: our take on the show

Point Nemo runs at the Théâtre du Châtelet through September 29, 2026. Visual poetry, arresting lighting, and a deliberately slow pace: our take on this FC Bergman production, featuring music by Steve Reich.

Particular Days 2026: Inside Guerlain's archives at the Reserve of the Sublimes

At Guerlain, the 2026 Journées Particulières unfold as a journey through the archives. The Reserve des Sublimes opens its doors to the public for the first time and showcases its heritage pieces free of charge for three days.

As We Are: Germaine Acogny and Gregory Maqoma reunite in Paris

Germaine Acogny and Gregory Maqoma present As We Are at Théâtre de la Ville in Paris from October 12 to 18, 2026: Joséphine, a tribute to Joséphine Baker, and Bantu with twelve dancers.

Antigone: Alan Lucien Øyen reimagines Sophocles through dance in Paris

Alan Lucien Øyen revisits Sophocles' Antigone, blending dance and theatre, at Théâtre de la Ville in Paris from October 1 to 7, 2026, with nine performers, including three stars of Tanztheater Wuppertal.

The Other Place: Antigone reimagined by Alexander Zeldin in Paris

Alexander Zeldin revisits Antigone with The Other Place, After Antigone, at Théâtre de la Ville in Paris from September 19 to 26, 2026. A French premiere with English surtitles.

The Curing Line: the FEDORA-winning opera at Théâtre de la Ville

The Curing Line, winner of the FEDORA Opera Prize 2025, is presented at Théâtre de la Ville in Paris on 27 and 28 November 2026. An Irish contemporary opera blending music, theatre and video.

Terror Halloween Party: get ready for the scariest Halloween party of them all!

TERROR PARTY is the official night for vampires, witches, the undead, and monsters of every kind… this year we’re throwing the doors wide open to everyone, so snag your tickets for this devilish night!

L'Exception: the 100% Made-in-France fashion concept store - DEFINITELY CLOSED

L'Exception is the concept store at Les Halles that lights up our sales. With a fine selection of 100% made-in-France pieces, L'Exception is one of the temples of the Parisian fashion sphere. Go to Les Halles if you're looking for the grail!

BIGBANG: hours, merch, prices... what you need to know about the exclusive pop-up shop now open in Paris

To accompany its concert at the Stade de France on September 19, 2026, BIGBANG has opened an exclusive pop-up in Paris. So where should you go to step into this temporary shop? What are the hours, the exclusive products available on site, and the prices? Here’s everything you need to know!

Unprecedented SCARY HALLOWEEN night in a genuine haunted club right in the heart of Paris

Get ready for the wildest Halloween party yet: a lineup worthy of the scariest horror films, set in a spine-tingling club beneath soaring vaulted ceilings.

90s–2000s HALLOWEEN PARTY: the top hits from the 90s and 2000s

This October 31, we’re turning into a haunted castle for a Boum Party–style HALLOWEEN PARTY!

SHOEI PARIS, chef Hiroshi Fujii's restaurant that blends Japanese techniques with French ingredients.

Calling all fans of Japanese cuisine: a hot new spot is landing in the capital! Open in Paris’s 1st arrondissement since September 7, 2026, SHOEI PARIS blends the richness of French produce with classic Japanese techniques, guided by the talented chef Hiroshi Fujii, partnering for the occasion with Keiichi Auguste Matsumoto. We checked it out, and here’s the full story!

The official PROJET X party — Halloween Special Edition

The renowned PROJET X official party presents its Halloween edition: a guaranteed change of scenery and a wild, offbeat vibe in one of the capital’s largest clubs.

A fantastic party spot: a pub, a nightclub, and a hidden speakeasy tucked away in an underground chapel.

Meet at The Hide: it’s at once a massive pub, a nightclub under the arches, and even a speakeasy—a hidden bar at 500 Shooters. Book your evenings—you’ll love the festive vibe!

TiKi Playa: the lively beach bar and its huge, beach-hut–style terrace

Tiki Playa is the kind of place that promises escape and relaxation, and it truly delivers! With its unique decor, a veranda reminiscent of a beach hut, a bamboo-lined bar, a sprawling outdoor terrace, and a club hidden in the basement... and the best part? It’s open every day!

Paris Design Week 2026: Design Museum Den Bosch and Atelier Néerlandais

At the invitation of the Embassy of the Netherlands in France, the Design Museum Den Bosch presents a selection from its Posthuman collection at Atelier Néerlandais, as part of Paris Design Week, from September 10 to 18.

Free after-hours at the Bourse de Commerce: save the date for Saturday, November 7, 2026.

Want to visit the collections at the Bourse de Commerce? Take advantage of the free late-opening session, held on the first Saturday of every month, to discover this must-see art venue in Paris. Next date to note in your calendar: Saturday, November 7, 2026. Tickets sell out quickly—book now.