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"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).

Spring of Equestrian Sports 2026: Competitions, Free Activities, and Horses in Fontainebleau

Come join a grand celebration of equestrian sports in Fontainebleau from April 16 to 26, 2026! Expect exhilarating showjumping, fun activities for the whole family, and the best part—you can enjoy it all free of charge!

Madame Arthur is coming to FEAT: a free cabaret evening in Boulogne-Billancourt!

On Tuesday, December 16, FEAT - Pont de Sèvres opens its doors for a free evening of cabaret and music. For the occasion, the legendary Madame Arthur cabaret takes to the stage at Sources, a stone's throw from La Seine Musicale, for a performance that is as flamboyant as it is crazy.

Switching Tracks at the Paris Refrigeration Museum

Discover L’Aiguillage, nestled within the Frigos of Paris: a vibrant blend of art, craftsmanship, and conviviality. A space rich in history and brimming with innovative artistic experiments.

The Sims 4: a new temporary event to earn free content

A very special gift awaits us in The Sims 4 during this holiday season. But beware, it's a gift that must be earned... You'll have to complete several missions to get this free content with the Deck the Palms event.

IG Nobel Award Tour Show 2025 in Paris: unusual science comes to Chimie Paris - PSL

The IG Nobel Award Tour Show will be stopping at Chimie Paris – PSL on December 9, 2025, for an offbeat scientific conference (in English) attended by Marc Abrahams and the winners of the most unusual prizes in the academic world.

Free castles and museums in Seine-et-Marne, this Sunday, December 7, 2025, the first Sunday of the month.

On the first Sunday of every month, many châteaux, museums, and monuments in the Île-de-France region open their doors to you free of charge. What about in Seine-et-Marne? Some are free on the first Sunday of every month throughout the year, while others are free on specific dates. Here's what's on offer this Sunday, December 7, 2025.

Nuits de la Lecture 2026: dates and free literary program in Paris and Île-de-France

Les Nuits de la Lecture returns to our Parisian libraries and bookshops from January 21 to 25, 2026. With a focus on cities and the countryside, meet writers and enjoy readings and special tours.

Salon Idées Japon 2025: the Japanese Christmas market opens at the Bastille Design Center this weekend.

From November 21 to 23, 2025, the Salon Idées Japon will be setting up shop at the Bastille Design Center in the 11th arrondissement. Sixty Franco-Japanese designers, 19 workshops, and 12 conferences will take over the 670 m² of this historic venue, with free admission. So make the most of it!

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.

The 2025 Wine & Chocolate Fair in Asnières-sur-Seine

The town of Asnières-sur-Seine is celebrating the third edition of the Wine & Chocolate Fair on November 14, 15, and 16, 2025, at the Espace Concorde-Francis Delage. Calling all lovers of both!

"A Century of Conservation—From the Forbidden City to the Palace Museum": Photo Exhibition in Paris

Immerse yourself in Chinese culture with an exceptional exhibition at the China Cultural Center in Paris, from November 12, 2025, to January 20, 2026, except Sundays, public holidays, and Saturdays during school holidays. This cultural event is open to all, with free admission and no reservation required. This exhibition is an invitation to discover, understand, and experience the deep roots of Chinese civilization.

Free tastings of Normandy scallops at Bercy Village

Free tastings of Normandy scallops are back on November 1 and 2, 2025! Head to Bercy Village to discover seafood from our coasts and, why not, learn a few recipes from professionals in preparation for the holiday season!

Westfield Games Week: 200 m² of free arcade games to try out at La Défense

Westfield Les 4 Temps - CNIT invites you to experience Westfield Games Week from October 28 to November 2, with 200 m² of free arcade games, Mario Kart competitions, FIFA PS5, basketball and much more, right in the heart of La Défense.

Les Puces de l'Illu 2025: the contemporary illustration festival at the Campus Fonderie de l'Image

The Campus Fonderie de l'Image is organizing the 13th edition of the Puces de l'illu on December 6 and 7, 2025. Come and discover a selection of illustrators, screen printers, engravers, publishers, gallery owners, and independent booksellers, and find an original work of art!

An exceptional drone show for Lueurs de Mantes 3 in the Yvelines

For the third edition of Lueurs de Mantes, a fantastic drone show awaits us on Saturday, January 17, 2026. Disneyland Paris' official partner, Dronisos, will be piloting the show that inaugurates the dazzling light trail in Mantes-la-Jolie in the Yvelines.

Lueurs de Mantes: return of the free light trail in the heart of the Yvelines 2026

Mantes-la-Jolie is shining brightly again this winter with the third edition of Lueurs de Mantes in the Yvelines. This free light show is back in a smaller format from Thursday, January 15, to Sunday, February 1, 2026, with a drone show to kick things off. Here's a rundown of the details.

Salon des Santonniers de Provence, the meeting place for santon enthusiasts, in Meaux (77)

The Santonniers de Provence fair returns to Meaux, in the Seine-et-Marne department, for the sixth edition of the event, from November 28 to December 7, 2025.

Palais de Tokyo: two free days to discover the new autumn exhibitions

The Palais de Tokyo opens its doors for two free days dedicated to contemporary creation, with an immersive dive into the ECHO DELAY REVERB and Melvin Edwards exhibitions, on October 22 and 23, 2025. A rare opportunity to discover, without reservation, two major artistic paths between transatlantic dialogue and sculptural homage.