Odéon district

Saint Patrick 2025: Ireland Week returns to the 6th arrondissement

The rich and beautiful culture of Ireland comes to Paris from March 8 to 18, 2025 for Ireland Week. What's on the program? Art, cinema, music... So, are you ready to embark on a week-long discovery of the culture of the Emerald Isle?

The Mineralogy Museum: the incredible collection of crystals and meteorites at the Ecole des Mines

Nestled in the heart of Paris, the Musée de Minéralogie houses one of the world's finest collections of minerals, gems and meteorites. A fascinating journey among nature's true treasures, in an exceptional 19th-century setting.

Saint Patrick's Day 2025: special programming at Les 3 Luxembourg with the Centre Culturel Irlandais

As part of "Ireland Week", and to celebrate St. Patrick's Day, the Centre Culturel Irlandais is proposing several films to be screened at Les 3 Luxembourg cinema, in March 2025.

Renaissance Aesthetics: the adaptation of Peter Weiss's novel at the Théâtre National de l'Odéon

L'Esthétique de la résistance, the novel by Peter Weiss, is to be discovered or rediscovered at the theater in an adaptation by Sylvain Creuzevault. Playing at the Théâtre National de l'Odéon, it runs from March 1 to 16, 2025.

Valentine's Day 2025 with Candlelight: candlelight concert at the Odéon - Théâtre de l'Europe

Experience a magical Valentine's Day at the Odéon - Théâtre de l'Europe with the Candlelight concerts, on February 14 and 15, 2025, to the spellbinding tunes of a string quartet. A romantic evening not to be missed!

L'Hôtel du Libre-Échange: Feydeau's vaudeville on the Paris stage

Do you like comedy? Then you absolutely must discover a play by George Feydeau, known for his many vaudevilles. From May 6 to June 13, 2025, L'Odéon -Théâtre de l'Europe plays L'Hôtel du Libre-Échange, directed by Stanislas Nordey.

Absalon, Absalon! William Faulkner's play at the Odéon - Théâtre de l'Europe

William Faulkner's poignant novel Absalon, Absalon! is about to come to life at the Odéon - Théâtre de l'Europe. Adapted and directed by Séverine Chavrier, the play runs from March 26 to April 11, 2025. Tickets will go on sale shortly.

The Great Fear and Misery of the Third Reich: Bertolt Brecht's poignant political play

German playwright and writer Bertolt Bretch examines the rise of fascism in 1930s Germany in his play Grand-peur et misère du IIIe Reich. The play runs at the Théâtre National de l'Odéon from January 11 to February 7, 2024.

Braderie Solidaire for the Women's Foundation

On December 14 and 15, 2024, join us at Cité Audacieuse for the third edition of the "braderie solidaire" organized by the Women's Foundation COPILOP. Don't miss this opportunity to treat yourself while supporting an essential cause!

The Seagull: Anton Chekhov's play at the Théâtre National de l'Odéon

Anton Chekhov's world-famous cult play The Seagull is on at the Théâtre National de l'Odéon until December 22, 2024. This new production, directed by Stéphane Braunschweig, features the dramatic story of writer Konstantin Treplev.

Wellness and Sharing Day: garage sale, workshops and tombola!

L'Atelier Cognacq-Jay is organizing its Journée Mieux Être et Partage on Saturday October 26 at Place Saint Sulpice in the 6th arrondissement. Discover activities that will do you good, and hunt for nuggets at a charity garage sale!

Romance in the Stone: a contemporary art exhibition at the heart of the Museum of Mineralogy

Magnificent crystals and stones from around the world meet contemporary works of art in a new exhibition at the heart of the Musée de Minéralogie Mines Paris collection, from October 23 to December 14, 2024.

Paris Cœur de Lumières, the world's largest live sound and light show, arrives at Saint-Sulpice church

A sound and light show at the heart of the Saint-Sulpice church tells the story of the monument, which is intertwined with the history of France. Imagine 150 actors taking over the historic building for an immersive show that plunges you into the past, all accompanied by magical visual effects. Paris, Coeur de Lumières runs from October 16 to November 23, 2024.

Tarsila do Amaral exhibition at the Musée du Luxembourg - our photos

The Musée du Luxembourg is devoting an exhibition to the works of Tarsila do Amaral, an emblematic figure of Brazilian modernism, from October 9, 2024 to February 2, 2025. Entitled "Tarsila do Amaral. Painting Modern Brazil", this retrospective explores Tarsila do Amaral's rich heritage of indigenous influences, modernism and the anthropophagic movement.

Pierre Hermé 2024 Christmas and holiday logs and creations, our favorites

We're off to discover Pierre Hermé's Christmas and 2024 holiday creations. This year, we discover a signature log called Fragment, which we adored, and a Pièce d'Exception called Révélation. When the art of Dimitri Rybaltchenko joins forces with haute pâtisserie for our greatest pleasure.

September 10th Paris Ephemeris: Tornado wreaks havoc in the heart of Paris

On September 10, 1896, a tornado formed in the heart of Paris, just a stone's throw from Place Saint-Sulpice. In just a few minutes, the phenomenon swept across the capital, ravaging everything in its path.

Dämon - Bergman's El Funeral: Angélica Liddell's poignant play at the Odéon in Paris

Bergman's Dämon - El Funeral arrives in Paris following its success at the Festival d'Avignon, exploring the demons of Swedish filmmaker Ingmar Bergman.

Ephemeris for September 1st in Paris: The founding of the Sorbonne

On September 1, 1257, the Sorbonne was founded by Robert de Sorbon, chaplain and confessor to King Louis IX. Initially dedicated to destitute students, the school quickly became Europe's leading cultural and scientific center, thanks to the quality and wealth of its teaching.

2024 Paris Olympics, a fan zone at the foot of Saint-Sulpice church in the 6th arrondissement

For the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, iconic locations in the capital are being transformed into fan zones. In Paris's 6th arrondissement, a giant screen will be set up on Place Saint-Sulpice, at the foot of the eponymous church, from July 26 to August 11, 2024. It's an opportunity to experience the Olympic Games to the full, while admiring the view of this sublime monument.

Paris 2024 Olympics: the Summer Crous Festival and its student fan zones

This summer, the Summer Crous Festival will be running until September 8, 2024, giving you the chance to live the Paris summer to the full, while getting in the spirit of the Olympic Games. Whether you're in the heart of the 6th arrondissement at Mab'Café or on the banks of the Seine at La Barge, here's what's in store for you during this great student event.