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Madras Day 2026: where Caribbean art, culture, and the vibrant tradition of Madras fabric come together in Nanterre

Discover the 13th edition of the Madras Fair, a one-of-a-kind event celebrating madras, the iconic fabric of Caribbean cultures. Over 30 designers, a DJ, a painting exhibition, and a food area await you for a day filled with creativity, surprises, and community spirit. Secure your spot now to enjoy exclusive offers and immerse yourself in the lively world of madras!
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Where to hunt for bargains this Tuesday, July 14, 2026? Flea markets and yard sales in Paris and Île-de-France

Public holiday, summer skies and a taste for treasure-hunting. This Tuesday, July 14, 2026, flea markets and garage sales also set up shop in Paris and Île-de-France, alongside the National Day festivities.
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Where to browse this weekend? Flea markets and garage sales in the Paris suburbs on July 11–12, 2026

Antique china, vinyl records, books, toys, furniture or collectibles… This weekend of July 11–12, 2026, flea markets and garage sales are lighting up the Paris suburbs. Here are the events where you can hunt for bargains near Paris.
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Flea markets and second-hand fairs in Paris from Saturday, July 11 to Sunday, July 12, 2026 — the weekend program.

Looking to hunt for bargains this weekend? Discover the flea markets and garage sales in Paris and the Île-de-France region, not to be missed on Saturday, July 11 and Sunday, July 12, 2026, for a haul of great deals.
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Paris Fashion Week: Stéphane Rolland's 2026 charity Haute Couture show at the Olympia — video

And what if you joined a Haute Couture runway show during Paris Fashion Week? On Tuesday, July 7, 2026, as part of the fashion week, Maison Stéphane Rolland is staging a charity fashion show at L'Olympia, open to any couture aficionado who can book a ticket. 100% of the proceeds will go to the Fondation des Hôpitaux (Hospitals Foundation).
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Fashion Week: A dress worn by Lady Gaga on display for free at a luxury Paris hotel — photos

Feathers, crystals and spectacular silhouettes are taking over a Paris luxury hotel. For Haute Couture Fashion Week, the Sofitel Paris Le Faubourg is showcasing several fashion pieces worn by international stars, free of charge, until October 6, 2026.
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Heritage Days 2026: Printemps Haussmann reveals its secrets in Paris

It's the marquee event of the season! Heritage Days in Paris are making their big comeback this weekend, September 19–20, 2026. Two days during which Printemps Haussmann will host exclusive guided tours, weaving through the department store's best-kept corners. Plenty of surprises in store!
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Journées du Patrimoine 2025 in Paris: the Palais Galliera, the Parisian showcase of fashion history

The 43rd edition of Heritage Days opens the doors to the Palais Galliera for a special weekend visit on September 19–20, 2026. A formative journey through the history of fashion and the creativity of the greatest designers who have shaped style over the years. Note: paid program.
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This free fashion exhibition and its pop-up café are heading to the Champs-Élysées at the end of June.

The Danish House hosts a free fashion exhibition dedicated to Danish designer Soeren Le Schmidt, from June 24 to July 19, 2026. Blending haute couture, tailoring, sketches and archives, the route unveils an elegant, socially engaged Scandinavian fashion at the Champs-Élysées Cultural Center.
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Haute Couture Fashion Week: the Style Not Com pop-up exhibition to check out in Paris this week

Famed for commenting on fashion in a few words against a blue backdrop, Style Not Com is taking a screen-free break. During Paris Haute Couture Week, Beka Gvishiani’s media outlet will occupy a Paris space from July 6 to 10, 2026 with a pop-up exhibition designed for its fifth anniversary.
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This Italian house’s beauty pop-up turns a Marais school into a carnival—last day.

A schoolyard turned into an ephemeral fair: the backdrop chosen by a renowned Italian fashion house for July 4 and 5, 2026, in the Marais. A scent bar, carnival games and frozen treats compose this summer interlude designed as a sensory, colorful playground. A free pop-up, RSVP required, where summer is lived in a joyful, nostalgic mood.
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Summer 2026 sales in Paris: dates and tips for savvy shopping

From June 24 to July 28, 2026, Paris goes into full shopping fever for the summer sales. Handy tips, shopping tricks, and savvy advice to avoid missteps and spot the best deals: here’s everything you need to know to enjoy the discounts without blowing your budget.
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This queer library is coming to Paris and handing out free LGBTQIA+ books to take away for three days.

And if we kick off Pride with a story to take home? From June 26 to 28, 2026, a free, pop-up queer library will set up shop in a renowned grooming boutique in the Marais. The idea is simple: everyone can leave with a complimentary book from a curated collection of LGBTQIA+ titles centered on the theme "Corpus," devoted to queer bodies.
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This Italian jeweller is at the heart of a free exhibition at the Palais de Tokyo — review & photos

Stones, chains that have become iconic, and a distinctly modern take on jewelry: with "The Revolutionary Jeweler," Pomellato traces nearly six decades of design at the Palais de Tokyo. This free exhibition, accessible by appointment from June 27 to July 20, 2026, revisits the history of the Milanese house through its signature pieces, defining images, and its unique approach to contemporary jewelry.
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Clothing swap: refresh your wardrobe for free at this Val-de-Marne shopping centre

A hot tip to refresh your summer wardrobe at little cost! In a shopping mall in Val-de-Marne, take advantage of a clothes swap to exchange pieces you no longer wear for new ones, completely free!
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Paris Fashion Week: florist, coffee shop and souvenirs at Place des Victoires - reviews & photos

Kenzo's Festival unfurls a fashion-forward, blooming, and gourmet route around Place des Victoires, from June 22 to 28, 2026. A florist, a coffee shop, a Japanese-inspired market, and pop-up shops set the pace for this couture stroll open to the public, in the heart of Paris Fashion Week.
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A free exhibition in Paris this July will unveil more than 1,000 previously unseen fashion drawings by Karl Lagerfeld.

Before they go under the hammer, more than 1,000 unreleased Karl Lagerfeld drawings are unveiled in a free exhibition at Sotheby’s Paris from July 2 to 7, 2026.
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A free exhibition unveils Claudia Cardinale's jewelry at a Paris auction house.

The jewelry of the legendary Italian actress Claudia Cardinale steps out of its case for one final spotlight before going up for auction. From June 19 to 26, 2026, a free exhibition will reveal them at a major Paris auction house in the 8th arrondissement, just a stone’s throw from the Champs-Élysées.
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A famous Japanese brand turns a grand townhouse into a showroom apartment with its pop-up in Paris.

A renowned Japanese retailer is setting up at the Palais Royal with an immersive pop-up from June 20 to July 5, 2026. Across a Japanese market, a show apartment, everyday objects and a snack break, the Japanese art of living takes up residence in Paris.
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This free pop-up from a well-known beauty brand offers skin diagnostics and interactive experiences in Paris.

Skin diagnostics, games, freebies, coffee, a running club and a DJ set: a free skincare pop-up with football-themed vibes lands in the Marais from June 17 to 21, 2026.