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Candlelit evenings at the Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte in 2026: a magical stroll with a drone show

Candlelit evenings at the Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte promise a magical moment to share with loved ones. The program includes a nighttime tour by the glow of 2,000 candles, water games, a romantic stroll through the gardens set to Baroque music, and even fireworks if conditions permit! An exceptional experience running from May 16 to September 26, 2026.

France vs England fan zones in Yvelines: where to catch the match this Saturday? The confirmed spots.

Some fan zones in Yvelines are turning their big screens back on for France vs England (though not all of them) for the 2026 World Cup bronze final, played this Saturday, July 18, 2026: here’s a roundup of the free spots confirmed in the 78.

International Fireworks Festival at the Enghien-Soisy Racecourse: the 2026 program

The International Fireworks Festival Les Couleurs du Val-d'Oise returns to the Enghien-Soisy Racecourse for its 18th edition, with four countries competing and a vibrant flood of colors planned for Saturday, September 12, 2026.

Paris 2026 fireworks over the Eiffel Tower, our photos and video

The July 13, 2026 fireworks lit up the Eiffel Tower with 1,600 drones and twelve sequences, set to a playlist spanning Queen to Debussy. We were there: explore our photo gallery and video of this extraordinary spectacle.

A free fireworks display in Saint-Ouen (93) this August to celebrate the end of summer.

It's the end of the holidays, yes, but certainly not the end of the festivities. After a summer packed with activities and events, we take stock of this summer season in Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine, where the town is hosting a grand fireworks display before the new school year begins.

Paris concert at the Champ de Mars on July 13 for Bastille Day — the program

To cap off Bastille Day in style, the Orchestre National de France, the Maîtrise, and the Radio France Choir stage a grand free symphonic concert each year on the Champ-de-Mars, opposite the Eiffel Tower. Because the fireworks are being held the day before this year, the big free concert is also moved to Monday, July 13, 2026. This year, guests Gautier Capuçon, Marina Viotti, and Corinne Winters are on the lineup. Read on for the program of this Concert of Paris, 2026 edition. Note that, due to the heatwave, the concert starts 45 minutes later.

Street Art Madeleine II, the free exhibition featuring more than 100 artists at the Madeleine Church

The free Street Art Madeleine II exhibition takes over the crypt of the Church of La Madeleine in Paris, from October 1 to 11, 2026. More than 100 street artists and nearly 200 original works come together underground to celebrate the release of Codex Urbanus’s Petit Atlas du Street Art.

La Fête à Neuneu 2026: the funfair and its attractions return to the Bois de Boulogne

La Fête à Neuneu returns to the Bois de Boulogne in Paris, from August 28 to October 11, 2026. Children's rides, thrill attractions, skill games and free parades underscore this back-to-school funfair.

The Park of the Strange 2025 in Paris, Halloween Invades Parc André Citroën

The Parc de l'Étrange heads to Paris this year, taking over Parc André-Citroën in the 15th arrondissement, from October 24 to November 1, 2025. An immersive experience with 13 terrifying worlds, pyrotechnic shows, and more than 1,500 lights on offer.

Nights of Light: the digital art festival returns to the heart of a castle, just a metro ride away, in 2026

A digital art festival rolls into the outskirts of Paris this autumn with the second edition in Vincennes, Nights of Light (formerly Château de Lumière). From October 15 to November 8, 2026, this nocturnal event invites visitors to wander among immersive and interactive artworks before a monumental projection in the courtyard of the Château de Vincennes. Here’s what to expect at this unusual rendezvous.

The Patrouille de France and 130 aircraft on July 14 for an unprecedented aerial parade in Paris

On July 14, 2026, the Bastille Day aerial parade will bring together nearly 130 aircraft over the Champs-Élysées. The Patrouille de France, Rafales, Ukrainian Mirage 2000s and helicopters are expected to take to the skies from 10:21 a.m. Here’s the full rundown of what to expect.

Fête de l'Huma 2025: here's the program by stage and concert times

The Fête de l'Humanité, organized each year by the newspaper L'Humanité, returns to the former air base 217 at Plessis-Pâté, in the heart of Essonne, on Friday September 12, Saturday September 13 and Sunday September 14, 2025. So, what's in store for festival-goers? Who's set to rock this new edition of the Fête de l'Huma? Patti Smith, in quartet format, as well as Eddy de Pretto, Fianso, Hoshi, MEUTE, les Ogres de Barback & La Rue Kétanou, Aliocha Schneider or Theodora, Zamdane, Saïan Supa Celebration and Kalash... here's the program by day and by stage, as well as the concert times!

Journée 2026 des Chiens guides à Paris: Free Open Doors to Learn Everything

On Sunday, September 27, 2026, the Paris Guide Dog School is organizing Guide Dog Day. Free and open to the public, the event offers a glimpse into the work of guide dogs, the stages of their training, and the role of the volunteers who support their education.

Fashion Week: Dior Haute Couture’s scenography on view at the Rodin Museum

What if Fashion Week could be visited like an exhibition? From July 7 to 12, 2026, the Rodin Museum will reveal to the general public the staging of Dior Haute Couture Autumn–Winter 2026–2027, normally reserved for guests.

Odoya 2026, the music festival that will transport you to Brazil—from Saint-Ouen (93)

On Saturday, July 18, 2026, Saint-Ouen’s Serre Wangari will host the 4th edition of Odoya. Free and open to everyone, the festival offers a day devoted to Brazilian culture, featuring music, dance, percussion, cuisine, and handicrafts.

Paris: a free film festival lands at the Eiffel Tower in September 2026

After lawns, the courtyards of monuments and quays, cinema offers itself a new backdrop. From September 24 to 27, 2026, Cinéma Paradiso will occupy the Eiffel Tower for a first, free edition perched 57 meters above Paris.

The Paris Crossing in Vintage Vehicles and Its Summer Edition Returns in July 2026

The Summer Crossing of Paris in classic cars and vintage vehicles is back this Sunday, July 19, 2026. For this edition, around 700 vehicles over 30 years old are expected to thread through the capital in a relaxed, convivial atmosphere!

Free evening opening at the Bourse de Commerce: reserve now for Saturday, August 1, 2026.

Want to visit the collections at the Bourse de Commerce? Take advantage of the free after-hours opening, held on the first Saturday of every month, to discover this must-see art venue in Paris. Next date to mark in your calendar: Saturday, August 1, 2026.

Tour de France 2026: free activities and outdoor cinema for the final stage in Thoiry

This year, the 21st and final stage of the Tour de France will depart from the Yvelines, specifically from the town of Thoiry. You’ll be able to watch the start for free, with a host of free activities on the program, on July 26, 2026.

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.”