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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!

A World Tour in Music at the Palais de la Porte Dorée: the lineup for World Music Day 2026

Join us to celebrate the new Fête de la Musique on the terrace of the Palais de la Porte Dorée in Paris! On Sunday, June 21, 2026, this iconic summer hotspot, here for a limited run, invites the public on a unique musical journey powered by a multicultural lineup. A truly promising program!

Paris Saint-Germain Handball faces Nantes on May 27 at the Accor Arena.

On May 27 at 8:30 p.m., Paris Saint-Germain Handball heads to the Accor Arena for a decisive clash with HBC Nantes. A marquee matchup between two title contenders, in a mood that promises to be electric.

Five Finger Death Punch to perform in Paris-Bercy in February 2027 with Lamb of God.

Five Finger Death Punch announces its return to France to celebrate its 20th anniversary! The renowned American heavy metal band is set to light up Paris Bercy on Wednesday, February 10, 2027. To make the night even more electrifying, Lamb of God and Bleed From Within will join the show as special guests.

Smart tip: attend a dance class and the Paris Opera Ballet's rehearsal.

Access to the Paris Opera isn’t necessarily a luxury. On the fringe of the performances of Rudolf Nureyev’s La Bayadère, the institution opens its doors for exceptional moments: the ballet company’s dance class and public rehearsals, accessible for free or for just a few euros.

Paris Zen Festival: massages, yoga, classes and wellness workshops in the natural setting of the Parc Floral

The yoga and wellbeing festival is back to recharge in the heart of Paris' Parc Floral, on June 27 and 28, 2026. A weekend of pure relaxation awaits with classes, workshops and treatments, indoors or out in nature.

A special cycle of serial killer films at the Cinémathèque française: The program

The Cinémathèque française invites you, from May 7 to 25, 2026, to its special program devoted to serial killer films. Guaranteed thrills!

Origins: an exhibition that probes discrimination at the Museum of the History of Immigration

Contemporary art challenges racism and discrimination in a groundbreaking exhibition on display at the National Museum of the History of Immigration, from June 5 to August 23, 2026.

Nautilus : The 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea adventure at Unleash Escape Game

Want to dive into 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea? Head to Unleash Escape Game, the escape room brand just a stone’s throw from the Arena de Bercy, to discover Nautilus: The Aronnax Case, an adventure centered on the famous Captain Nemo... Ready for a journey into literature?

Unleash Escape Game : the brand that sparks the imagination in Paris

Near Bercy, in Paris’s 12th arrondissement, Unleash Escape Game offers immersive, team-based adventures all week long. The concept: solving puzzles in worlds inspired by great tales, with a storytelling approach designed to carry you from the opening moments to the final beat. Here’s a look at the adventures to discover!

Madness : the nightmare-inducing Lovecraft-inspired horror escape game at Unleash

Unleash Escape Game, a studio just steps from the Arena Bercy, invites you to discover its new room, Madness, starting June 1, 2026. A horror escape game that promises to plunge you into your worst nightmares, we’re told… and draws inspiration from Lovecraft’s universe.

Networking: the Palais de la Porte Dorée launches its first literary festival in September 2026.

From September 25 to 27, 2026, the Palais de la Porte Dorée forges new links between words and history with its festival "Maillage". For this inaugural edition, the landmark is transformed into a vast workshop of stories where novels, graphic novels and performances intertwine.

Paname on the Seine: the new riverside guinguette with concerts, DJ sets and brunches along the Bercy quays

The guinguette season is back in full swing, and a new venue is set to make waves in Bercy: Paname sur Seine, an open-air hotspot offering DJ sets, live performances, cultural activities, cold beers, and festive Sunday brunches, to debut on May 13, 2026.

The Southeast Asian Cultural Festival 2026 at the Grand Pagoda of Vincennes — CANCELLED

May 2–3, 2026, the Grande Pagode of Vincennes will host the Southeast Asian Cultures Festival, a free event that pairs gastronomy, performances and cultural discoveries in the heart of the Bois de Vincennes.

aespa, the K-pop girl group, set for a Paris-Bercy concert in February 2027

The K-pop girl group aespa announces its return to the capital for its new global tour, titled "2026–27 aespa LIVE TOUR – SYNK: COMPLæXITY." Catch the group on the Paris Bercy stage for a one-off concert scheduled for Tuesday, February 2, 2027.

ElGrandeToto in concert at Paris Bercy in March 2027

ElGrandeToto announces his very first show at Paris Bercy! Catch the Moroccan rapper, who has racked up more than a billion streams, live in the capital on Saturday, March 27, 2027.

Rendez-Vous at the Gardens 2026: Discover this botanical school and its Remarkable Garden, tucked away in the Bois de Vincennes

The Garden Rendezvous are back! In Paris and Île-de-France, green spaces pulse to the rhythm of free activities and exceptional tours from June 5 to 7, 2026. In the heart of the Bois de Vincennes, the École du Breuil, dedicated to horticulture, unveils its program to you! An opportunity to discover its Remarkable Garden!

Classique au Vert 2026 at Parc Floral: the lineup for the free outdoor concert festival

The Classique au Vert Festival is back in action from June 24 to September 6, 2026, in the heart of the Parc Floral de Paris. This year again, Classique au Vert invites music lovers and newcomers alike to keep a lively tempo and soak up the sun with a lineup of acclaimed artists and rising talents.

Paris Jazz Festival 2026: Free concerts return this summer at Parc Floral — the lineup

The Paris Jazz Festival is back this summer at Parc Floral, bringing plenty of musical talent to see and hear in a bucolic setting. Here is the lineup of free concerts to discover from June 24 to September 6, 2026!

Quai Sauvage: the summer interlude of festive programming along the quays of Port de Bercy

Le Quai Sauvage is back, a festive hotspot by Port de Bercy, inviting you to cool off and enjoy a wide array of sports and cultural activities along the banks of the Seine, starting May 1, 2026.