Grenelle district

European Swimming Championships 2026: schedule and timings for open-water events

From August 4 to 8, 2026, open-water swimming will take over the Seine for the European Championships in Paris. Across the 5km, 10km, and the mixed relay, the world’s top aquatic marathoners will clash in a legendary natural setting.

European Swimming Championships: schedule & times for the diving and high-diving events

From July 31 to August 8, 2026, traditional diving and the spectacular high diving will take center stage at the European Swimming Championships. Between the Olympic pool in Saint-Denis and the natural setting along the Seine, the continent’s top divers will take to the boards for jaw‑dropping acrobatic feats.

Les Journées Particulières 2026 in Paris: the editorial team of the Les Échos-Le Parisien Group opens its doors

What goes on before a story hits the front page? From October 16 to 18, 2026, the Les Échos-Le Parisien Group invites the public into its Paris newsroom for Journées Particulières, to discover the roles, methods, and conversations that shape the news.

European Swimming Championships 2026 in Paris: how to watch certain events for free?

The 2026 European Swimming Championships will be held in Paris, featuring two events staged in the capital’s river that will be more accessible to the public than ever. How can you watch the open-water competitions and the high-diving in August next year?

Orgasmeat opens its smash‑burger restaurants in Paris, in the 15th and 17th arrondissements.

Orgasmeat lands in the 15th and 17th arrondissements with its ultra-generous smash burgers starting at €5.90 and its mini waffles for dessert. A new spot dripping with irony, promising to lift you to the seventh heaven of indulgence.

Fête de la Musique 2026: Multiphonix headlining an electro-pop concert in the 15th arrondissement, La Motte-Piquet Avenue

Attention electro-pop fans! The duo Multiphonix invites you to a one-off concert for Music Day on June 21, 2026. It’s a chance to dive into the duo’s world, weaving French, English and Korean.

World Music Day 2026 in Paris: an outdoor gospel concert under the elevated metro

On the occasion of the 2026 Fête de la Musique, to be celebrated on Sunday, June 21, gospel music invades the 15th arrondissement in an unusual spot, under the elevated metro, for acoustics like no other. Here’s the program!

Quai 54: the world's biggest streetball tournament sets up shop in front of the Eiffel Tower this summer.

Quai 54 returns to Paris from July 10 to 12, 2026, beside the iconic Eiffel Tower. The world’s biggest streetball tournament is back for an outdoor weekend of exceptional moments, blending high-level competition, urban culture, and artistic performances.

Sumo, Sacred Forces: a photo exhibition worth seeing at the Maison de la culture du Japon

As the capital welcomed the Paris Sumo Tournament, the Maison de la Culture du Japon is hosting a free exhibition dedicated to this ancient martial art. Be sure to visit through September 26, 2026 to discover "Sumo, Sacred Forces", a photographic installation by Bruno Aveillan.

July 14, 2026: Eiffel Croisière unveils a Seine dinner to view the fireworks.

Watch the iconic Bastille Day fireworks above the Eiffel Tower from the Seine aboard the Eiffel Croisière dinner cruise, this Monday, July 13, 2026.

Grenelle Market, the 15th arrondissement’s market under the elevated metro.

Situated in the 15th arrondissement of Paris, the Grenelle Market runs beneath the elevated metro between Lourmel and Rue du Commerce. A lively neighborhood market, quintessentially Parisian.

Where to swim in the Seine in Paris in 2026? The Bras de Grenelle, in the 15th arrondissement

Summer 2026 marks the much-anticipated return of swimming in the Seine, with Paris once again shifting into sun-soaked, swim-ready mode from July 4, 2026 through the end of summer. Notably, the Bras de Grenelle swimming area stands out as the refreshing hotspot in the 15th arrondissement.

Pullman Paris Tour Eiffel: The closest design hotel to the Eiffel Tower!

Nestled at the foot of the Eiffel Tower and just steps away from Paris’s most iconic landmarks, your hotel in the City of Light combines romance, history, and sleek modern elegance. Since opening in the late 1960s, the Pullman Paris Tour Eiffel has embodied a city that thrives on reinventing itself. Over the years, legendary figures like Gainsbourg, Elizabeth Taylor, Karl Lagerfeld, and Usain Bolt have stayed in our luxurious rooms and suites, while filmmakers and top brands frequently utilize our expansive salons for events. Designed for the curious at heart, our hotel also welcomes dogs and cats to ensure everyone feels at home.

Noti Plage: the summer’s must-visit hotspot makes a comeback at the foot of the Eiffel Tower.

Diving into May 1, 2026, Noti Plage returns in force along the Seine for a third season that’s already shaping up to be unmissable. Meet at the Quai de Suffren, facing the iconic Eiffel Tower, to sip a cocktail, savor tapas, share boards with friends, and vibe to House DJ sets until 2 a.m.!

Abstinence: the convivial table in the 15th arrondissement offering sharing plates

Abstinence is the new table of chef Lucas Felzine, who delights our taste buds with his naughty plates to share with friends to celebrate the return to normal life after months of abstinence!

Kazuo Kitai: the photographer’s humanist oeuvre on show at the Maison de la Culture du Japon

This spring, the Maison de la culture du Japon in Paris shines a spotlight on Kazuo Kitai, regarded as one of the great masters of postwar Japanese photography. Titled "Kazuo Kitai, In Praise of the Everyday," this exhibition unveils nearly 130 prints, documenting student protests, peasant resistance, and villages fated to disappear. On view from April 30 to July 25, 2026.

Tashkent: A Welcoming and Authentic Uzbek Restaurant in the 15th District Offering a Taste of the East

Did you think the 15th arrondissement didn’t have a way of taking you on a journey? Think again. At Tashkent, you’ll open the door to the grandeur of the Silk Road and Uzbekistan! Surrounded by the enticing aromas of sesame bread and the shimmering blue hues of Bukhara ceramics, indulge in a feast reminiscent of nomadic traditions for a deep dive into a cuisine full of history and authenticity.

Museums Night 2026: Enjoy a Free Evening at the Japan Culture House in Paris

The Japan Culture House invites you to explore its temporary exhibition for free during Museum Night. Join us for this special evening on Saturday, May 23, 2026, and discover the full program right here.

Kabuki Theater: Experience the captivating world of onnagata at the Japan Culture House in Paris

The Kabuki theater will take center stage at the Japan House Culture Center on Thursday, April 9, and Friday, April 10, 2026, offering audiences a chance to explore the art of the onnagata — the traditional female impersonators — alongside renowned actor Nakamura Takanosuke.

Isao Takahata: the exhibition honoring the animation pioneer extended at the Japan Culture House

Celebrated as one of the greatest masters of Japanese animation, Isao Takahata is the subject of an exclusive exhibition at the Japan House in Paris. Through storyboards, sketches, cels, as well as film clips and videos, visitors can explore the remarkable career of this renowned Japanese director and co-founder of Studio Ghibli. Due to overwhelming popularity, the exhibition has been extended until February 7, 2026.