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A guinguette and free apéro-concerts all summer, in a shepherd's barn in the Yvelines.

This summer, like the many that have come before, the National Rambouillet Sheep Farm is gearing up for a wonderful summer season built around a program that is family-friendly, welcoming, and festive. Expect pre-dinner aperitifs, concerts, a guinguette vibe that’s laid-back and unpretentious: could this be the recipe for happiness?

Plant Festival at Château de Dampierre: the 78's new event is unveiled

In the Yvelines, the Domaine de Dampierre-en-Yvelines is launching its very first Plant Festival on May 9–10, 2026, featuring about forty exhibitors, hands-on workshops and talks in an exceptionally verdant setting. We went to discover this new green rendezvous, tucked into a jewel-box of nature and heritage.

Family Pride Festival 2026: a massive party, a drag show, and a host of family-friendly and inclusive activities.

May 23 and 24, 2026, the Family Pride Festival will once again bring together thousands of people for round-table discussions, performances, and workshops, to inform and raise awareness about the issues facing LGBTQIA+ families. It takes place at Ground Control, and it’s entirely free!

An introduction to rock climbing to learn the basics of climbing in the Fontainebleau forest.

In Fontainebleau, climbing is king. So we head off to kick things off with the Fontainebleau tourist office, during a session on France’s most famous boulders.

Sparkling Night at Sparkling VR: a festive VR party in Paris

In Paris, Sparkling Night offers the private rental of a 400 m² loft near Saint-Lazare, featuring unlimited virtual reality, a buffet, drinks, and a dance floor. An all-inclusive package designed for groups.

L'Auberge du Vieux Marly, a terrace-friendly restaurant in the Yvelines, is making a comeback (78)

L'Auberge du Vieux Marly, an institution in the old village of Marly-le-Roi in the Yvelines (78), is coming back to life in 2026 under the leadership of Myriam Guenfoud. A chalkboard menu, a shaded terrace, and homemade cooking await you at this charming village-style restaurant.

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.

Chiv's Koy, the new temple of fried chicken in Paris's 13th arrondissement

Vous love roast chicken or homemade fried chicken? Head to Chiv's Koy on Rue Véronèse, in Paris' 13th arrondissement. The spot has just opened a new street-food outpost in a bigger space that’s perfect for family meals, hangs with friends, or a quick take-away if you’re in a hurry. We tried it and here’s everything you need to know.

The BBQ‑focused Food Market to welcome the sunny days.

Le Food Market hosts a special BBQ edition on Thursday, May 28, 2026. Get ready for grills and skewers of every kind!

Fête des Voisins 2026 : A grand communal feast hosted by Bouillon Pigalle and Pink Mamma right on the street

For Neighbors' Day 2026, Bouillon Pigalle and Pink Mamma are laying out a massive street-side banquet on May 29, while La Machine du Moulin Rouge handles the musical entertainment!

Seine-et-Marne: the guinguette — a riverside terrace on the Loing with a view of the medieval castle has reopened.

La Terrasse du Moulin de Nemours, an open-air guinguette-terrace on the banks of the Loing, has reopened for the 2026 season in Seine-et-Marne. A bar, an open-air food market and views of the medieval castle await you.

Superfine, the championship-level cocktail bar taking over the Motel’s former spot.

In place of the Motel, Superfine is the dive bar making waves in the 11th arrondissement, with its competition-grade cocktails, bite-sized plates to devour, and a crew that makes you feel right at home.

L'Amic, the friend-made bistro that’s making the 18th arrondissement buzz with its sunlit terrace.

New address in the 18th arrondissement, L’Amic sets up on Rue Letort with a simple promise: to bring together around a convivial table seasonal cooking, natural wines and a circle of friends with complementary backgrounds. A neighborhood bistro designed as a place to live, with a large sun-filled terrace.

Zipcy in Paris: our photos from the exhibition The Sweet Fortress at the Goldshteyn-Saatort Gallery

The Korean artist Zipcy makes her solo debut in France with La Forteresse Douce, on view at the Goldshteyn-Saatort Gallery in Paris from April 24 to June 4, 2026. The exhibition centers on hanji paper, natural pigments, and the intimate, presented through the sensitive universe of this South Korean artist.

Fumo, an intriguing pop-up of savory ice creams featuring award-winning pastry chef Tessa Ponzo

From May 16 to September 20, 2026, Fumo launches an experimental pop-up ice cream shop centered on seasoned ice cream. In the Marais, this new concept brings together artisanal ice creams, savory toppings, and drink pairings, kicking off with a first collection designed in collaboration with pastry chef Tessa Ponzo.

A romantic boat ride on the Carp Pond, a stunning basin teeming with carp.

The splendid garden of the Château de Fontainebleau features one of the region’s premier spots: the Carp Pond, this stunning place where boating is the main pastime.

Disco Disco, festive cruises are back on the Seine for dancing until the early hours in Paris

As the sunny days return to the capital, festive cruises are back in Paris too! Every Tuesday evening from June 2 to September 8, 2026, the Disco Disco party takes over the River's King houseboat in the 5th arrondissement for a cruise to the rhythm of 70s/80s hits, before docking to carry on the celebration late into the night.

Han Rooftop at the Guimet Museum: the Korean terrace with a view of the Eiffel Tower and the DJ set back in action

Han Rooftop at the Guimet Museum returns for another summer season, running from May 15 to September 12, 2026. Perched atop the Asian Art Museum in the 16th arrondissement, this temporary Korean rooftop invites you to soak up the sun all summer long with sweeping views of the Eiffel Tower, Korean specialties, and a lively cultural program under the Parisian sky.

88 Ménilmontant, La Bellevilloise’s ephemeral pop-up venue returns for the summer

On April 25, 2026, 88 Ménilmontant reopens its vegetated junkyard-terrace in the heart of Paris’s 20th arrondissement.

2XKO in Paris: a major international country-by-country tournament announced at Salle Wagram

La Salle Wagram in Paris will host an international team-based tournament on 2XKO, Riot Games' 2v2 fighting game, featuring eight duos from around the world on May 16, 2026. France will be represented by M8 Wawa and Solary Yasha, in an event also broadcast on the Twitch channels of RZA and TPK.