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Seine-et-Marne: this Royal Garden, listed as a Remarkable Garden, unfolds its sublime rhododendrons with free admission

In Seine-et-Marne, the gardens of the Château de Fontainebleau are in full bloom this spring 2026, showcasing their rhododendron beds. A 130-hectare royal park, listed as a Remarkable Garden, free to enter—you can run, you can dash around (and you can picnic).

Join a human-sized green ribbon in support of organ donation, set against the sparkling Eiffel Tower.

On June 22, 2026, the Pont d'Iéna is set to mark National Organ Donation Day with a citizen-led mobilization. Help create a life-sized green ribbon at the foot of the Eiffel Tower for a powerful visual and symbolic performance!

Unusual sight: horses settle on Place de la Concorde for a day dedicated to equine therapy

On May 1, 2026, Place de la Concorde trades the city’s bustle for the soothing rhythm of horses’ hooves. As part of the installation “Living Together,” the HOPE association invites Parisians to discover equine therapy at a free event.

Sant Jordi: a book-and-rose market with free activities, Catalonia’s festival.

On April 25, 2026, the spirit of Catalonia takes over the 14th arrondissement for a celebration centered on literature and roses to mark Sant Jordi. A wide range of free activities, from human-tower displays to Catalan language workshops, awaits at Place de Catalogne.

Bubbles in the City: Antony’s free comic-book festival exploring the imagination (92)

On May 30, 2026, the town of Antony will host its comic festival, inviting attendees to dive into the fantasy theme through the ninth art. The event’s program features a variety of free activities, from signings and live-drawing performances to workshops!

Louvre Summers 2026: the open-air arts festival between the Pyramid and the Tuileries

This summer, dive into the Louvre Museum’s new open-air festival edition, where extraordinary artistic performances unfold between the Louvre Pyramid and the Tuileries Garden, from June 20 to July 25, 2026.

Roland-Garros 2026: A free fan zone on the Place de la Concorde starting from the quarterfinals.

From June 3 to 7, 2026, Roland-Garros returns to Place de la Concorde to broadcast the finals live for those who can’t make it to the Stade Roland-Garros at Porte d’Auteuil! A free, open-to-all fan zone right in the heart of Paris.

A Taste of America in Paris: Doane University Concert Band in concert at the American Church

The Doane University Concert Band will perform at the American Church in Paris—the famed American Church on the Quai d'Orsay—on May 22, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. for an exceptional concert. Directed by Andrew Feyes, the ensemble will present a varied program blending American works, grand operatic selections, and contemporary creations, in a unique setting in the heart of Paris. Admission is free and open to everyone.

Good deals for ages 13-25: Studio 13/16 opens its doors at La Gaîté Lyrique.

Iconic of the Centre Pompidou, Studio 13/16, the teens' HQ, opens a second venue to gather and create, at La Gaîté Lyrique.

Montereau Fair 2026 is free, the Saint-Parfait Fair celebrates Canada in Seine-et-Marne

The Saint-Parfait Fair kicks off again at the Parc des Noues in Montereau-Fault-Yonne, Seine-et-Marne, for its 185th edition. With over 200 exhibitors, a host of activities, and Canadian cuisine on the menu, the event runs from April 17 to 20, 2026.

The Counterfeiting Museum is opening its doors on Sunday for a special, one-off tour.

On Sunday, April 26, World Intellectual Property Day. To mark the occasion, the Counterfeit Museum opens its doors to curious visitors. Admission is free in the afternoon—don’t miss this great deal!

A free biodiversity museum featuring large aquariums in Puteaux (92)

On Île de Puteaux in the Hauts-de-Seine, inside Lebaudy Park, you’ll find the Naturoscope — a venue devoted to the environment that aims to raise awareness for both children and adults through exhibitions and educational activities.

Africa Fashion Night at the Musée du Quai Branly in Paris, the program

As part of the Africa Fashion exhibition, the Quai Branly museum will host on Friday, April 24, 2026, a large, free-entry evening dedicated to the continent’s creativity. What’s on the program? Fashion, art and music.

An American chamber choir in a special concert at La Madeleine

The Westminster University Chamber Singers, an outstanding American choir conducted by Jane Fjeldsted, will perform on May 14, 2026 at Église de la Madeleine in Paris, presenting a program that blends Mozart, Fauré, and contemporary composers. This one-of-a-kind concert promises a rich, emotionally charged musical experience, carried by the ensemble’s refined vocalism and the venue’s remarkable acoustics. Admission is free and open to all.

Free gardening workshops at Jardin 21: everything you need to know about germination and sowing…

To mark its reopening with the arrival of sunny days, Jardin 21 is offering gardening workshops for everyone.

Songkran Festival 2026 at Wat Pho Paris in Essonne: the free Thai New Year program

Heading to Breux-Jouy, in Essonne, to celebrate Songkran, the Thai New Year, at the Wat Pho Paris temple. A free, festive, immersive day to enjoy this Sunday, April 19, 2026 — let’s go!

Bonheur Garden 2026: the garden and nature festival, with free activities in Levallois (92)

Jardin Bonheur is the nature festival organized every year by the city of Levallois-Perret. For its 20th edition, the event goes all out with a Mexico-inspired theme and plenty of free activities for kids and adults alike. Meet us at Parc de la Planchette for the weekend of May 29–31, 2026.

The Night of the Cathedrals 2026 at Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris, the free evening program

Notre-Dame de Paris opens its doors for Cathedral Night 2026 on Saturday, May 9, 2026. The program includes guided tours, adoration, a musical and literary vigil featuring Brigitte Fossey, with free admission — here are all the details.

An exceptional American choir in concert in Paris: a vibrant evening at Notre-Dame des Blancs-Manteaux

50 male voices from the United States descend on the Church of Notre-Dame des Blancs-Manteaux in the heart of the Marais for an exceptional concert in Paris on May 13, 2026, blending vocal power with a musical journey across styles. Admission is free and open to all.

An outstanding American choir in concert in Paris: a vibrant evening at La Madeleine

The Bowling Green State University Men’s Chorus, an American choir of excellence made up of about fifty male voices, will give a special concert on May 12, 2026 at 4:00 PM at the Madeleine Church in Paris. Conducted by Richard Schnipke and Emily Pence, the ensemble will present a program blending classical works, contemporary pieces, and traditional songs, offering an intense and accessible musical experience for all (free admission).