Epinettes district

Halloween 2026 in Paris: a free kids’ party at Virage

For Halloween 2026, Virage hands its dancefloor over to the little monsters. On Saturday, October 31, this venue in the 17th arrondissement is hosting a free party with a DJ set, face painting, a bouncy castle, and candy.

Orientation Night: an event to explore careers and shape your future

On Saturday, November 7, 2026, Nuit de l’orientation moves into the new premises of the Paris Île-de-France Chamber of Commerce and Industry, near République: a free, open-to-all afternoon to meet professionals, explore different careers, and even try adaptive sport. Free entry, registration recommended.

Gardens Festival 2026 at Square des Épinettes: floral workshops, games, and family-friendly concerts

The Gardens Festival 2026 brings the Square des Épinettes to life in Paris’s 17th arrondissement on September 26 and 27. Expect flower crowns, bird perches, a nature-themed treasure hunt, and a host of nature-inspired activities for families, including concerts performed by the gardeners themselves.

The Hidden Square of Epinettes, a quiet park in the 17th arrondissement.

Right next to the bustling Saint-Ouen Avenue, a narrow street hides a green space that's strategically placed for the neighborhood: a tiny island amid towering concrete blocks. This is the Epinettes Square, in the eponymous 17th arrondissement.

Who is buried in the Batignolles Cemetery? Celebrities and the locations of their graves

Paul Verlaine, André Breton, Édouard Vuillard, Ray Ventura… The Batignolles Cemetery, in Paris’s 17th arrondissement, is the final resting place of numerous writers, artists, musicians and notable figures. Here are the celebrities buried there and the sections where their graves can be found.

The Batignolles Cemetery, a discreet burial ground that is home to several eminent figures.

In the north-west of Paris stands a cemetery that’s a little unloved and somewhat overlooked by both tourists and locals: the Batignolles Cemetery. It’s up to you to change that and discover its 15,000 tombs, including those of illustrious French artists.

Chronologic, Galop Galop, Transgenik... the Virage club's upcoming nights under the ring road.

Virage turns the music back up beneath the beltway! In the 17th arrondissement, Bonjour/Bonsoir’s festive hotspot resumes its summer run with electronic music, performances, food, and an open-air dance floor. The BPMs are ready to climb through the night: here’s the lineup for the upcoming evenings.

Figaro Étudiant's Post-Bac Fair in Paris 2026: the big guidance event is back on October 3–4!

Le Figaro Étudiant is back on Saturday, October 3 and Sunday, October 4, 2026 at Espace Champerret for its Post Bac Paris fair. A free student fair designed as a three-universe journey to help high school students and undergraduates, along with their parents, better choose their post-bac studies, discover professions, and chart the path to their dream career.

Mosimann launches a 24-hour Dream Night, hopping from the Zénith to Paris’s premier clubs.

From Zénith to Parisian clubs, Mosimann shows no sign of slowing down. On October 17, 2026, the artist will string together concerts and DJ sets for 24 hours in a Dream Night that will sweep the capital without interruption. Don’t miss the ticket sales launch!

Drag Race France season 4: Sublyme hosts a watch party, this season's contestant, at Le Virage

The glitter leaves the small screen to join the Parisian night. With La Sublyme Viewing, Drag Race France Season 4 extends into an evening hosted by Sublyme, a contestant in this new edition, at Le Virage, with guest queens appearing each week from July 8, 2026.

Madonna Confessions II: the official release party for the album lands in a Paris club

Disco ball, electro-pop, and a highly anticipated return to the dancefloor. On Thursday, July 2, 2026, Club Virage in Paris will host the official release party for Confessions II, Madonna’s new album, featuring an exclusive, free listening session.

The Batignolles Covered Market, a colorful, well-stocked hall in Paris’s 17th arrondissement.

In the heart of Paris’s 17th arrondissement, the Batignolles covered market blends fresh produce, caterers, food shops and a village-like vibe. A gourmet hall to discover from Tuesday to Sunday.

World Cup 2026: Virage launches its fan zone with a giant screen, activities and happy hours under the ring road.

Virage sets up its fan zone just outside the ring road to follow the big matches of the 2026 World Cup. The first event on June 16 features France vs. Senegal, shown on a giant screen, with activities and happy hours.

Family-friendly deal: the kids’ scene is booming at Virage, a free night out to party like the grown-ups.

Saturday, June 6, 2026, the kids' party scene is back at Virage: on the agenda, a family-friendly celebration with a DJ, activities, and a bouncy castle...

The Independent Winemakers Fair 2026 at Espace Champerret

The Independent Winemakers’ Fair 2026 is making its return to Espace Champerret from March 19 to 22, showcasing over 200 winegrowers from across France.

Gamra, the Moroccan restaurant serving up authentic, homemade dishes, is delighting diners in the 17th arrondissement of Paris

A new Moroccan restaurant is opening its doors in the 17th arrondissement of Paris. Gamra welcomes diners on rue Cardinet with a cozy, homemade family cuisine: tajines, couscous, soft breads, and Moroccan pastries are on the menu at this charming spot. As a bonus, they also offer a special Ftour menu during Ramadan.

Plant-based Christmas yule logs at La Mauvaise Herbe: four delicious and innovative flavors

For a festive season that’s completely plant-based and indulgent, head over to La Mauvaise Herbe, a bakery and pastry shop in the 17th arrondissement! On offer, four unique yule logs, featuring flavors that are sometimes unexpected but always delicious!

Mécénat Chirurgie Cardiaque's 2025 Christmas Sale: buy your gifts and save children's lives.

This year, we're wrapping up solidarity under the tree! The Espace Champerret (Paris 17th arrondissement) is transforming into a "Christmas market" for a good cause, with the Mécénat Chirurgie Cardiaque charity sale, where 100% of sales go to help children with heart disease.

A walk in the footsteps of André Breton in Paris, surrealism incarnate in the city

Paris was a city of waking dreams for André Breton, a place where he flirted with the invisible and drifted poetically. From his studio on rue Fontaine to the plaques that recall bygone days, this itinerary describes the addresses, tributes and memories that make up the poet's Paris.

Chambelland, the gluten-free bakery and tea room in Paris

If you're looking for a certified gluten-free bakery, want to try out gluten-free breads and pastries for your health, or are looking to vary your diet, Boulangerie Chambelland, now in the 17th, 16th and 11th arrondissements with a tea room, has something to tempt you. In-house production, traceable from A to Z, organic products, original breads and addictive new cookies, there's plenty to tempt not just the intolerant.