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La Halle de la Varenne opens its gourmet hall in Val-de-Marne, kicking off with a bustling weekend.

La Halle de la Varenne opens its doors in Saint-Maur-des-Fossés, Val-de-Marne, with a festive inaugural weekend on May 9–10, 2026, after months of work. A renovated gourmet market to discover in preview starting this Thursday, April 30, 2026, with special introductory prices.

The "Vivre Ensemble" exhibition by Yann Arthus‑Bertrand at Place de la Concorde: free studio and activities.

This spring, Yann Arthus‑Bertrand invites you to discover the beauty and diversity of today’s France through a groundbreaking event called "Living Together." What’s on the program? A photo exhibition, a photo studio, not to mention encounters to be discovered on Place de la Concorde from April 11 to May 10, 2026. More details to come.

Nigloland: Family-friendly amusement park reopens with 2026 innovations

Nigloland, the famed amusement park just a short drive from Troyes, kicks off its new season, running from Saturday 4 April to 11 November 2026.

Music Day 2026: more than 110 musicians on the stage at Radio France's Auditorium.

For Music Day 2026, head to the Radio France Auditorium to hear Viva l'Orchestra’s classical repertoire—a group of seasoned amateurs guided by the Orchestre National de France. Meet on Sunday, June 21, 2026, at 4:00 PM for this free concert (reservation required) at one of Music Day’s must-visit venues.

Le Bal de l'Amour 2026 returns to Bastille Square!

After three successful editions, Bal de l’Amour makes its grand return to Paris, on Friday, May 15, 2026, at the Place de la Bastille.

Free castles, museums and monuments in Yvelines, Sunday, May 3, 2026, the first Sunday of the month - 78

On the first Sunday of every month, many monuments, castles, museums, and historic sites in Yvelines open their doors for free. But that isn’t the case for everyone, all year round. To help you navigate, here’s the list of cultural sites in the 78 to visit this Sunday, May 3, 2026.

Yvelines flea markets and garage sales this weekend, May 1–3, 2026, in the 78.

Discover the flea markets and garage sale circuit in the Yvelines from May 1 to 3, 2026. From Flexanville to Vaux-sur-Seine, through Houdan and Montesson, we’re heading out to explore the happenings in the 78.

LaCrèma gelato, the new plant-based artisanal ice cream shop near the Jardin du Luxembourg and the Panthéon

We pushed open the door of LaCrèma, the new artisanal ice-cream shop on Rue Soufflot in Paris’s 5th arrondissement, open since April 2026. Behind the counter, Roberta and her house-made plant-based gelatos are shaking things up. Here’s everything you need to know!

5 free castles around Paris this Sunday, May 3, 2026 — the first Sunday of the month

Castles in Île-de-France open their doors for free on the first Sunday of every month. It’s a wonderful chance to discover our Île-de-France heritage without spending a dime this Easter weekend, Sunday, May 3, 2026.

Flea markets & rummage sales in Paris this weekend: where to hunt for finds from Saturday, April 25 to Sunday, April 26, 2026?

Flea markets, garage sales, and pop-up markets in Paris whet your appetite? Then check out the lineup of options to hunt for bargains and snag great deals this weekend, April 18–19, 2026 in Paris!

Songkran Festival 2026: Thai New Year at Wat Thammapatip, this Sunday in Seine-et-Marne

Heading to Moissy-Cramayel in Seine-et-Marne to celebrate Songkran at Wat Thammapatip, an incredible Buddhist temple. This vibrant Thai New Year festival will be held on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

10 parks and gardens in Paris and Île-de-France you simply have to visit in May 2026

In May, the parks and gardens of Paris and the Ile-de-France region are decked out in their most beautiful colors. The abundant blooms of this period offer the opportunity for beautiful discoveries, ideal for springtime strolls. So, to help you find your way around, here are 10 parks and gardens to discover at this time of year.

Les Étés du Louvre 2026: Free concert by the Orchestre de Paris under the pyramid

New and third edition for the “Les Étés du Louvre” festival! The multidisciplinary event will kick off on Saturday, June 20, 2026. On the eve of Fête de la Musique, gear up to enjoy a free concert (reservation required) by the Orchestre de Paris beneath the Pyramid.

All to the Opera 2026: free tours in Paris and Île-de-France, here’s the program

On the occasion of the 19th edition of "Tous à l'Opéra," several prestigious Parisian and Île-de-France institutions will open their doors once again on Friday, May 8, Saturday, May 9, and Sunday, May 10, 2026. The perfect chance to discover for free the splendor and beauty of these exceptional cultural venues. Here’s the program you can look forward to!

Record Store Day 2026: 5 music picks to catch this weekend in Paris

Record Store Day returns to Paris and across France this Saturday, April 18, 2026. To mark the occasion, independent record shops and partner venues are hosting a range of events, including concerts and DJ sets. Here are five unmissable music picks this weekend in Paris.

A budget-friendly animal park, featuring donkeys, ducks, goats and pigs... in Roissy-en-Brie (77)

Near Roissy-en-Brie, in Seine-et-Marne, a small animal park welcomes you and your children from Tuesday to Sunday, 2pm to 6pm, for an afternoon of immersion on the farm.

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.

A grand traditional dance ball for the 2026 Night of Museums at the Museum of the History of Immigration - Palais de la Porte Dorée in Paris

For the 22nd edition of the Night of Museums, the Palais de la Porte Dorée invites you to a special after-hours event on Saturday, May 23, 2026. It’s a chance to (re)discover this stunning Art Deco building housing the Museum of Immigration and the Paris Tropical Aquarium. We’re bringing you the full program in detail.

Enghien Jazz Festival 2025: complete program and concert times

The Barrière Enghien Jazz Festival returns this summer with a new edition to be enjoyed from Thursday July 3 to Sunday July 6, 2025. On the program this year? Shows by Ibrahim Maalouf and Yun Sun Nah, plus free concerts by Aloe Blacc, The Avener, UB40 and Eagle-Eye Cherry, to be discovered on the lake stage!

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.