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A Magical Christmas Village to Discover in an Essonne Garden

For the past seven years, Vincent Costa Da Cunha has been turning his garden in Limours into a magical Christmas Village. Standing tall at 7 meters, the Christmas tree is adorned with hundreds of sparkling lights, transforming the space into a breathtaking sound and light show. This free holiday spectacle welcomes visitors every evening throughout December 2025 and until January 4, 2026, from Monday to Sunday, 5:30 PM to 9 PM. Curious about what he’s created, we went to explore his garden filled with a thousand colors.

"Rêveries de pierres" at the École des Arts Joailliers: an exhibition of a precious collection of stones

Are you in search of a truly original, poetic, and deeply mesmerizing exhibition? From November 6, 2025, to March 29, 2026, the École des Arts Joailliers, in partnership with the Muséum national d’histoire naturelle, invites you to explore "Dreams of Stones: Poetry and Minerals of Roger Caillois," right in the heart of Paris’s 9th arrondissement. This event offers a rare opportunity to marvel at 200 extraordinary minerals, accompanied by never-before-seen texts from one of the most distinctive thinkers of the 20th century. Additionally, entry is free with prior reservation (link below).

A charming Christmas village in Val d'Oise this weekend, featuring a free ice skating rink

The Montlignon Christmas Village will take over the Val-d'Oise from December 12 to 14, 2025, featuring a free ice skating rink at the Media Library park. Visitors can enjoy pony rides, meet Santa Claus, and sample festive holiday treats.

The free street art festival at the Poste du Louvre 2025, photos and program

Calling all street art fans! The Street Art & Contemporary Art Festival at the Poste du Louvre is back for a third edition from November 15 to 23, 2025, in the 1st arrondissement in central Paris. And the icing on the cake is that the 350 m² exhibition and live performances are free! Head over to discover more than 200 works and meet the artists.

Halloween 2025: a free team treasure hunt, rue de la Folie Méricourt (11th arrondissement)

The rue de la Folie Méricourt merchants' association is organizing a free Halloween treasure hunt on October 31 and November 1, 2025. Held in the 11th arrondissement, the event invites children to go in search of intruders and riddles hidden in the neighborhood.

The great nocturnal parade of lanterns returns with Poussières d'Aubervilliers

It's back at last: on Saturday, October 11, 2025, experience a magical moment with the great Aubervilliers Lantern Parade, organized by the Les Poussières association. Rendezvous at the Lycée Le Corbusier for the start of the parade.

Fête de la Science 2025 at Moret Loing et Orvanne in Seine-et-Marne

The Fête de la Science 2025 offers a wonderful discovery in Moret Loing et Orvanne in Seine-et-Marne. The event runs from October 3 to 13, with an exceptional visit to EDF Lab les Renardières, the EDF Group's largest research center, on the theme of Intelligence(s), on October 10, 2025.

Fête de la Science 2025: exclusive tour of laboratories and workshops at the Collège de France

The Fête de la Science runs from October 3 to 13, 2025! Everywhere in France, numerous free events for all ages will be promoting scientific culture, including the Collège de France, whose doors will be open to all on October 11.

Free 80s concert in Seine-et-Marne this Saturday with Début de soirée and Patrick Hernandez

The commune of Pringy in Seine-et-Marne is organizing a free concert on the theme of the 80s this Saturday, September 13, 2025 in the park of the town hall. Patrick Hernandez, William de Début de Soirée and Jean-Pierre Mader will be performing at this exceptional event, part of the town's patron saint's festival.

Journées du Patrimoine 2025 in Paris: the Jérôme Seydoux-Pathé Foundation for film fans

For the 42nd edition of the Journées du Patrimoine, the Fondation Jérôme Seydoux-Pathé is opening its doors free of charge on September 20 and 21, 2025. It's an opportunity to discover the building designed by Renzo Piano, attend silent film screenings and take part in guided tours. A great deal for film buffs!

Balade du Goût 2025: farm weekend in the Paris region

The Balade du Goût is back on Saturday, October 18 and Sunday, October 19, 2015. For one festive weekend, come and discover the farms of Ile-de-France. Taste farm produce, chat with farmers, introduce children to farm animals... treat yourself!

Bonjour Vietnam 2025: a free Vietnamese cultural weekend in Paris

Bonjour Vietnam 2025, a free cultural festival at the Centre Culturel du Vietnam in Paris on June 28 and 29, 2025, offers shows, gastronomy, workshops and exhibitions to discover contemporary Vietnam.

Fête des Pîtres 2025: treasure hunt, concert and flashlight tour at La Monnaie de Paris

La Monnaie de Paris invites you to take part in the new edition of its Fête des Pîtres, on Saturday June 14 and Sunday June 15, 2025. Over a whole weekend, enjoy free events, exhibitions and concerts for the whole family.

Cinescale 2025: the program for the Montmartre open-air film festival

The Cinescale open-air film festival returns to Montmartre for its 5th edition, on August 20 and 21, 2025. Come and discover short films under the stars of Paris.

Festival Regard Neuf 2025: a free ticket to shows all over the 93 region

From June 13 to 22, the Regard Neuf festival celebrates its 4th edition with a host of shows and events in many towns across the département.

Bonus: free cookies for Paris Marathon 2025 finishers

Attention Paris marathon runners! This Sunday, April 13, 2025, a sweet reward awaits runners who cross the finish line of the Paris Marathon. After the effort, they'll enjoy a free cookie, specially designed for athletes, which they can collect on presentation of their medal.

Ile-de-France celebrates theater 2025: free summer events at leisure centers

The Ile-de-France region is once again celebrating theater on its leisure islands from July 11 to August 6, 2025. This year, the leisure islands of Créteil, Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines, Cergy-Pontoise and Port aux Cerises will be hosting free shows and workshops (booking required).

The Fête Médiévale de Beaumont-sur-Oise 2025 in the Val d'Oise, the program

The Fête Médiévale de Beaumont-sur-Oise awaits you on May 24 and 25, 2025 in the Val d'Oise (95). This free event invites you to take a leap into the past and explore the cultural exchanges between East and West through a variety of events and shows.

Bingo Drag at Hasard Ludique: a festive evening with Catherine Pine O'Noir

Catherine Pine O'Noir transforms Hasard Ludique into the temple of Drag Bingo, with humor, exuberance and LGBTQ+ festivity. See you on April 2, 2025.