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Contes et Histoires 2023: unusual tales to discover the Sainte-Chapelle

In Paris, the Christmas vacations are synonymous with discovery: from December 16 2023 to January 7 2024, the Sainte-Chapelle invites us to take part in the new edition of Contes et Histoires. On the program: unusual and fascinating visits!

Paris Sausage Walk 2023: the dachshund walk returns to the capital for a good cause!

The "Paris Sausage Walk" is back on November 19, 2023 for its 4th edition in the capital! The program? An XXL walk in the company of our friends the dachshunds, more commonly known as sausages on legs, in support of the "Dachshunds without sweet homes" association. Cuteness level at its maximum!

Special offers: free mountain immersion from Ground Control, November 17-19

From November 17 to 19, 2023, come to Ground Control for a one-way trip to the snowy peaks and ski slopes. On the program? Immersive entertainment, mountain street-food and special evenings!

A gourmet All Saints' Day with free activities at One Nation Paris

The One Nation Paris Outlet shopping center invites families to take part in a host of free activities and entertainment during the All Saints' Day vacations, from October 21 to November 5, 2023. On the program? New activities, but above all, free every day.

Why is there a giant flying saucer in Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine (93)?

In the inner suburbs of Paris, a strange object stands in the heart of the Dauphine market, at the Puces de Saint-Ouen. What is this huge flying saucer that seems to have come straight from another universe?

Escape from the Ikea escape game on the forecourt of Saint-Lazare station - REPORTED

If you've never got lost in an Ikea store, come and test your skills on October 20 and 21, 2023 in a brand-new escape game, set up on the forecourt of Saint-Lazare station. POSTPONED.

10 unusual outings to spice up October in Paris

Looking for unusual outings? Whether you're a couple, a family or a group of friends, discover the top 10 new and original outings to brighten up your October in and around Paris. From hair-raising immersive exhibitions to nocturnal strolls through castles, crazy mini-golf, beer spas and amazing food concepts, we'll get you off your daily routine.

An unusual, free exhibition of ugly furniture at a Paris art gallery

From October 17 to 19, 2023, Paris hosts an unexpected event: the first free exhibition dedicated to ugly furniture, initiated by LUFE, the Spanish manufacturer alias the Basque Ikea. At the Galerie Paris Horizon in the Marais district, natural wood and its "flaws" become symbols of beauty, while you can try your hand at acquiring these authentic pieces for a symbolic one euro, by entering your name in the draw! A truly ecological and aesthetic approach that recycles our vision of imperfect furniture!

Cirque d'Hiver Bouglione welcomes back the unusual travel show for a change of scenery.

Want to get away from it all and see something other than grey Paris? The unusual travel show is back at the Cirque d'Hiver, from March 8 to 10, 2024, to introduce you to out-of-the-ordinary experiences!

Unusual: board a vintage train on the Chanteraines park railroad (92)

Parc des Chanteraines, located in the towns of Villeneuve-la-Garenne and Gennevilliers, is one of the largest green spaces in the Hauts-de-Seine department. As an added bonus, the park also boasts a railroad, where you can board an old-fashioned train on certain days of the month.

Take part in the Dictée pour tous, free of charge, on Saturday, October 28, 2023

Are you ready? Get writing! La Grande dictée pour tous is back again this Saturday, October 28, 2023 at the Westfield Forum des Halles, Paris: it's a chance to test your spelling and challenge yourself to a free challenge, accessible from primary school age.

Thoiry Zoo's new lodges in Terres d'Afrique: an immersion among elephants

After the unusual dens, Thoiry Zoo is now launching a new zone called "Terre d'Afrique", featuring an educational and immersive area with a new Elephant House and 5 cosy lodges where you can sleep in total immersion among the elephants, right in the heart of the African plain. And reservations are now open!

Take part in the free Dictée pour Tous challenge at Ateliers Gaîté, this Saturday, October 7

If you're a lover of literature, spelling and the French language, join us at the Ateliers Gaîté, in the 14th arrondissement, to take part in the great dictation, free and open to all, this Saturday, October 7, 2023!

Discover the first vineyard perched on the roof of a historic building in the Marais district of Paris.

While the vineyards of Montmartre are well known, there are others that are far more unusual. Recently, vines have been planted on the roof of a historic building in the Marais district, and you can visit them!

Did you know? There is a subway washing machine in the Paris underground.

Have you ever seen a metro go through the washing machine? Under our feet, between Nation and the maintenance workshops on line 2, our trains are regularly sprayed to keep them clean!

La Fondation du Rien: the unusual event with cancelled activities to learn to take your time

What an unusual activity! How about doing nothing for a change? The Fondation du Rien, set up by the MAIF Social Club and Le Centquatre, offers you the chance to avoid attending events that have already been cancelled, and finally find some time for yourself!

Unusual: a chilli-eating contest at HOBA's Paris on Fire festival

On Saturday September 30, get ready for the capital's hottest festival: Paris on fire! returns for a second year with a very (very) spicy program.

La Fête des Chiens Guides 2023, at the Paris Guide Dog School

The Paris Guide Dog School opens its doors to you for the Fête des Chiens Guides, on September 24, 2023. Many activities are on the program, including demonstrations by our educators, Braille initiations, simulation courses and games for children!

Immersion in the fire department at the 2023 open house at Paris fire stations

The fire stations of Paris and the Île-de-France region open their doors to you free of charge on certain Saturdays and Sundays (depending on the station) throughout the year, giving you the chance to immerse yourself in the life of firefighters in and around the capital.

Unusual: a Parisian chef offers dishes created in modeling clay by children

It's perhaps the most unusual news of the 2023 autumn season: from August 30 and for one month, the chef at the French Coco restaurant will be offering a creative, unusual menu made from children's clay creations. Yes, you're not dreaming: head to the French Coco restaurant in the 15th arrondissement, on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays!