Paris 9

Why did the Museum of Romantic Life, once pink, change its color?

This is an intimate museum, utterly charming, formerly recognizable by its pink facade and green shutters. Yet after a makeover during renovation work, the Musée de la Vie Romantique has unveiled a new look since reopening. Why this change?

World Music Day 2026 in Paris: traditional Japanese music concerts in Pigalle

Want to travel to Japan without leaving the capital? Head to the Shinjuku Pigalle restaurant in Paris’s 9th arrondissement to discover the musical traditions of Japan’s southern islands. A must-see music outing on Sunday, June 21, 2026, to mark the launch of the new Music Day.

The 2026 Chinese Film Festival in France and Paris: lineup and films

The Festival of Chinese Cinema in France is back for its 11th edition, running from May 10 to June 30, 2026, across about ten French cities, Paris included. New, previously unseen titles, restored classics, and a major exhibition are on the program.

Heredis at the Casino de Paris in 2027: the Les 7 Fingers show set in the Assassin’s Creed universe

The 7 Fingers troupe is back in the capital with a new live show. Catch them at the Casino de Paris from January 21 to February 7, 2027 to experience "Heredis," inspired by the world of the acclaimed video game Assassin’s Creed.

Restaurant Double Impact: the Parisian hotspot where the menu is reinvented with the seasons.

Double Impact : Paris’s first dining outpost from chef Etienne Dupuy and Mickael Robinault, blending Breton roots, travel recollections and honest cuisine, in the heart of the 9th arrondissement. The restaurant unveils an experience conceived as a culinary narrative, with a single menu that regularly evolves with the seasons, the producers and the inspirations of the moment. A spot that fuses authorial cooking, living ingredients, gourmet chapters and meticulous pairings in a constantly evolving approach.

Tous à l'Opéra 2026: Free tours of the Palais Garnier in Paris, reservations open

The annual event "All to the Opera!" is back this weekend. What's on the program? Free tours, workshops and several other activities. For its part, the Palais Garnier in Paris will offer free access to its public spaces this Saturday, May 9, 2026, starting at 10 a.m. Heads up: reservation is mandatory.

Everyone to the Opera 2026: Free tours this weekend in Paris and Île-de-France, the program

Attention opera lovers and the curious! The event "Tous à l'Opéra" returns this weekend with a new, 19th edition. On Friday, May 8; Saturday, May 9; and Sunday, May 10, 2026, a host of prestigious Parisian and Île-de-France institutions will throw open their doors for free, inviting you to discover the grandeur and beauty of these exceptional cultural venues. Workshops, exhibitions, tours... here’s the program ahead!

The Frochot House, a cursed and enigmatic mansion with a neo-Gothic façade, near Pigalle

There’s no shortage of chilling stories in Paris! Discover the secrets that dwell at No. 1 Avenue Frochot, in the Pigalle district, where a mysterious house—almost haunted—seems to stand.

This hair-care specialist brand runs a hair salon and scalp spa in the heart of Paris.

And if hair beauty starts at the scalp? In the hair-care expert’s salon and spa, located at 22 Boulevard des Capucines, they take the time to comb through every strand, balancing diagnosis, targeted treatments, and color expertise.

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!

This Saturday, a major Italian luxury house is offering beauty gifts at the foot of the Palais Garnier.

Place de l’Opéra, a leading Italian luxury house is staging a temporary beauty experience this Saturday, April 25, 2026, with surprises and gifts to snag at the foot of the Palais Garnier.

Piaf ! The Show: A Tribute to La Môme at the Olympia in Paris in 2028

Piaf! The Show pays tribute to Édith Piaf on March 26, 2028 at the Olympia in Paris, with a musical production touring worldwide.

The Camel: Jean Reno performs solo on stage at the Édouard VII theatre.

Jean Reno presents Le Chameau, a one-man show directed by Ladislas Chollat, running December 1–31, 2026 at the Théâtre Édouard VII.

Did you know? The oldest basketball court in the world is in Paris.

In the 9th arrondissement of Paris, at the heart of the YMCA’s historic site, the gym on Rue de Trévise houses the oldest basketball court in the world kept in its original condition. Opened in 1893, this heritage site chronicles the beginnings of basketball in Europe.

Phono Museum, the astonishing museum of recorded sound in Paris

For music and sound enthusiasts, head to the Phono Museum in Pigalle, where you can embark on a journey spanning more than 150 years through the history of recorded sound.

Stéphane Rolland’s 2026 charity Haute Couture show at the Olympia: tickets are now on sale.

And what if you joined a Haute Couture runway show during Paris Fashion Week? On Tuesday, July 7, 2026, as part of the fashion week, Maison Stéphane Rolland is staging a charity fashion show at L'Olympia, open to any couture aficionado who can book a ticket. 100% of the proceeds will go to the Fondation des Hôpitaux (Hospitals Foundation).

Quiz Room launches Discover Paris and the Paname Quiz: two immersive quizzes to discover the capital in a new way

Quiz Room launches Discover Paris and the Paname Quiz, two immersive experiences to explore Paris, mixing clichés, secrets, pop culture, and local anecdotes. Discover a quiz set like a TV studio scene, suitable for ages 8 and up, to enjoy with family or friends across four centers open daily.

B·Rave, Diamond, La Vénus... the upcoming nights at La Nuit Paris nightclub

Fancy getting your groove on in one of the capital's trendiest clubs? Head for Paris's 9th arrondissement and push open the doors of La Nuit, a clubbing showcase that's sure to light up your nights.

Rosa Maison pâtissière, the patisserie - a 9th arrondissement coffee shop with exceptional flans and Paris-Brest

Rosa Maison Pâtissière opened its doors in early 2026 on Rue Lafayette, in Paris’s 9th arrondissement. A pastry shop and specialty café run by two former high-school classmates invites you into this cozy tea room with a terrace. The address already has Parisians flocking for its signature flans, to name just one highlight.

Galeries Lafayette Haussmann in Paris, the most famous of department stores

Galeries Lafayette Haussmann, the world's best-known department store, is the undisputed shopping temple for foreigners and Parisians alike. What makes it so? An abundance of window displays that change with the seasons, an Art Deco building, a majestic cupola, and, of course, the cream of the luxury fashion, beauty and home decor brands!