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Journées du Patrimoine 2026 à Paris : tour the legendary Arc de Triomphe for free, perched at the top of the Champs-Élysées

For the 43rd edition of the Journées du Patrimoine in Paris, the Arc de Triomphe will open its doors free of charge. Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 19 and Sunday, September 20, 2026, for an exceptional immersion into the history of this iconic monument that towers over the Champs-Élysées.

On this day in history: the cornerstone of the Arc de Triomphe was laid in Paris.

On August 15, 1806, the first stone of the Arc de Triomphe was laid, erected by order of Napoleon I to perpetuate the memory of the victories of the French armies. Here is the story of the moment that gave birth to one of Paris’s symbols.

Les Planches in Paris: a club and Mexican nights near the Champs-Élysées

Les Planches, a club in the 8th arrondissement near the Champs-Élysées, opens every Saturday for dancing until 5 a.m., with the Mexican residency Puebla.

What is this huge canine march set to sweep the Champs-Élysées this autumn?

Hundreds of tiny paws are set to tread the Champs-Élysées this fall. On Sunday, October 4, 2026, a large solidarity march dedicated to dachshunds will for the first time sweep along the famous Parisian avenue, which will be closed to traffic and opened to pedestrians for the occasion.

Paris Sausage Walk 2026: the dachshund parade takes to the Champs-Élysées for the first time!

The little sausage dogs on legs are changing neighborhoods! For its 7th edition, the Paris Sausage Walk is leaving the banks of the Seine, where it has taken place since its inception, to take over the Champs-Élysées on Sunday, October 4, 2026. A first for this charitable stroll, which each year brings hundreds of dachshunds and their humans out into the streets of Paris.

Did you know? The Jardin des Champs-Élysées used to be a swampy, disreputable patch of land!

Less famous than the iconic avenue that borders it, the Jardin des Champs-Élysées offers a green and cultural pause spanning over 13 hectares in the heart of Paris. Between historic theatres, grand fountains, and secret pavilions, discover the secrets of the oldest garden on the world's most beautiful avenue.

Heritage Days 2026 in Paris: Galeries Lafayette Champs-Élysées unveil their schedule

Galeries Lafayette Champs-Élysées are offering exceptional guided tours on September 19 and 20, as part of Paris’s 2026 Heritage Days. Discover all the inspired and inspiring spaces of the newest flagship department store during this unmissable weekend, packed with surprises! Booking opens on August 31.

Jenny, the couture hotspot on the Champs-Élysées: lunch, cocktails and an elegant tea time.

Under the iconic glass roof at Paris Marriott Champs-Élysées, the Jenny bar-restaurant unveils a unique experience that fuses couture heritage with contemporary gastronomy. Refined lunches, elegant tea time, signature cocktails and inspired dinners: a Parisian address where every moment becomes an exceptional one, open daily until midnight.

Tour de France 2026: this vantage point atop the Arc de Triomphe offers an unbeatable view of the finish.

Le Tour de France 2026 reaches its final stretch on Sunday, July 26 in Paris, with a finish on the Champs-Élysées after a detour through Montmartre. To ensure you don’t miss the sprint, the Arc de Triomphe is unusually opening its terrace from 4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., with advance booking mandatory.

Singin’ in the Rain at the Lido: the cast unveiled

Singin’ in the Rain arrives at the Théâtre du Lido in Paris from 17 September 2026. Ashley Day, Maddie Waller, and Charlie Waddell star in this new production directed by Robert Carsen.

Club Barrière: the temple of gaming on the Champs-Élysées

Craving an immersive experience and a plunge into the atmosphere of a casino, right in the heart of Paris? Head to the Barrière Club on the Champs-Élysées! Nestled on the world's most beautiful avenue, this gaming club offers a refined, hushed setting and stands as the latest flagship from France’s casino giant. Poker fans will enjoy a solid lineup of cash games and weekly tournaments. Those who prefer dealer-driven games can try their luck at the Blackjack, Ultimate Poker, and Punto Banco tables.

Summer holidays: free LEGO workshops at the Danish House in Paris

From July 24 to August 16, 2026, the Danish House is hosting free LEGO workshops on the Champs-Élysées. Open to children, families, and LEGO enthusiasts, these sessions invite participants to explore the world of the iconic Danish brand through freely accessible creative spaces.

The Fouquet's Paris Rooftop: the Japanese-inspired terrace of the Champs-Élysées palace

The rooftop at Fouquet's Paris gets a fresh look for the 2026 summer season, with hanami-inspired decor and a Franco-Japanese fusion menu. Perched atop the palace in the heart of the Golden Triangle, this intimate, suspended garden offers sweeping views of the Eiffel Tower and the city’s rooftops.

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.

Paris Tropical Carnival 2026: Photos

The 2026 Tropical Carnival of Paris lit up the Champs-Élysées this Sunday, July 5, under a sun worthy of the tropics. Bright costumes, pounding percussion, and nearly 3,000 revelers: we were there, and here’s our take on this edition, themed “Paris V'Îles Lumières.”

Heritage Days 2026: the program at Saint-Philippe du Roule Church in Paris

On the occasion of the 43rd edition of Heritage Days in Paris, the city’s churches reveal their treasures! Save the weekend of September 19–20, 2026 to discover the program at Saint-Philippe du Roule Church.

Publicisdrugstore Food & Wine Festival 2026 — five days of gastronomy on the Champs-Élysées

From October 13 to 17, 2026, Publicis Drugstore invites you to the second edition of its Food & Wine Festival. The lineup features renowned chefs, tastings, masterclasses, meet-and-greets, book signings, and a grand gastronomic evening in the heart of the Champs-Élysées.

Heritage Days 2026: Guided tour of the Saint Alexander Nevsky Orthodox Cathedral in Paris

The weekend of Saturday, September 19 and Sunday, September 20, 2026, Heritage Days invites the public to rediscover Paris in a unique way. An opportunity to visit the St. Alexander Nevsky Orthodox Cathedral in Paris.

Celtic Legends : 25 years of the Irish dance show at Salle Pleyel

Celtic Legends, the renowned show dedicated to Celtic culture, returns to Paris in February 2027 at Salle Pleyel for stunning Irish dance performances to celebrate its 25th anniversary.

Galeries Lafayette Champs-Élysées: your ultimate fashion, beauty, and heritage stop during your stay in Paris

Stroll down the world’s most beautiful avenue and push open the doors at No. 60. Between beloved French brands, niche fragrances, French Touch skincare, and Art Deco architecture, discover a department store like no other, crafted as a true cultural destination.