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Cesar Awards 2026: Nominations for the 51st Ceremony

The 51st César Awards will take place on February 26, 2026, at the Olympia Theatre, and as every year, the competition promises to be fierce! Here’s the list of films vying for the prestigious honors.

Did you know? The Obelisk of Concorde can also function as a sundial.

Need to check the time but don't have a watch? No worries: the Concorde Square Obelisk can function as a giant sundial... though it's not exactly precise.

Did you know? The Eiffel Tower was originally meant to have a different name

You know it as the Eiffel Tower. But did you know that its identity could have been quite different? Discover a little-known anecdote about Paris's iron lady.

Lunar New Year 2026 at the Guimet Museum: a lineup of festivities

The Guimet Museum is celebrating the Lunar New Year and the Year of the Fire Horse on Saturday, February 21, 2026, with an exciting lineup of free festivities. Highlights include traditional lion dances, guided tours, poetic recitals, and Chinese calligraphy workshops.

Fashion Week 2026: Dior’s runway set displayed at the Rodin Museum in Paris

As Haute Couture Fashion Week lights up the city, from Tuesday, January 27 to Sunday, February 1, 2026, you have the chance to step inside the world of Dior's runway show, nestled within the sculpture gardens of the Rodin Museum. Come immerse yourself in the captivating ambiance of this spectacular event!

Ne-Yo & Akon to perform at the Accor Arena in Paris this May 2026

Ne-Yo & Akon announce a joint tour this year! Catch these two global superstars performing live at the Accor Arena in Paris on Tuesday, May 12, 2026.

A Living Arts Festival Takeover Hits a Medieval Monument in the Heart of Paris

From March 20 to 22, 2026, a new cultural event is set to take over the Collège des Bernardins, nestled in the heart of Paris’s 5th arrondissement. Theatre, dance, concerts, workshops, and installations will come together around a captivating theme: the invisible. This lively festival of performing arts will turn the historic Cistercian building into an extraordinary stage.

Lunar New Year, Lantern Festival, and Street Food Market in Belleville 2026

Belleville lights up to celebrate the Lunar New Year, particularly the Chinese New Year, with its Lantern Festival on February 21 and 22, 2026. Nestled in the heart of East Paris, this free cultural event brings together traditional performances, an Asian market, and family-friendly activities across the 10th, 11th, 19th, and 20th districts.

Beauty and the Beast at the Grand Point Virgule: a modern take on the classic fairy tale

Beauty and the Beast, a highly imaginative adaptation of the classic fairy tale, has been charming audiences at the Grand Point Virgule in Paris since September 27, 2025. Performances take place every weekend at 3 p.m. This lively show offers a fresh, humorous, and contemporary take on the beloved story, making it a perfect family outing.

Feu! Chatterton set to perform at Paris’s Accor Arena in February 2026 — new date announced

Feu! Chatterton announces their comeback to the stage with, for the first time in their career, two concerts at the Accor Arena in Paris scheduled for Tuesday, February 10 and Wednesday, February 11, 2026. And since two dates aren't enough, the band is adding a third show on Monday, February 9, 2026 — again at the Accor Arena!

Barbara: The legendary French singer-songwriter honored in a new exhibition at the BnF François-Mitterrand

Attention, Barbara fans! Nearly 30 years after her passing, the François-Mitterrand Library (BnF) is celebrating the legendary singer-songwriter with a brand-new exhibition titled "Dis quand reviendras-tu? Barbara et son public". This unique cultural event is free to the public and runs from January 27 to April 5, 2026, in the Donors' Gallery.

The Cursed Lovers: Our Review of the Fantastical Escape Game at Paris Dungeon

The Dungeon of Paris introduces Les Amants Maudits, an escape game blending romance and mystery. Suitable for players aged 12 and up, the adventure takes place in immersive underground settings. We tried it out—here's everything you need to know!

Valentine’s Day 2026: A Romantic Dinner at Jenny, in the Heart of the Champs-Élysées

For Valentine's Day 2026, Jenny Restaurant at the Paris Marriott Champs Elysees is inviting you to an extraordinary romantic dinner beneath a stunning glass dome.

Suzane set to perform at the Accor Arena in Paris this May 2027

A first for Suzane! The French singer-songwriter and performer announces her debut concert at the Accor Arena in Paris. This one-time event will take place on Saturday, May 29, 2027.

Six Nations Tournament 2026: Rugby Park RATP Returns to Gare Auber with an Immersive Experience

On the occasion of the Six Nations Tournament, come enjoy free activities and an immersive experience centered around rugby. Join us from February 2 to 6, 2026, at Rugby Park RATP, located at the Auber RER station.

Kim Gordon set to perform live at the Trianon in Paris in April 2026

Kim Gordon, a true icon of the alternative rock scene, is set to perform her third solo album in Paris this spring. The former bassist and vocalist of Sonic Youth will take the stage at the Trianon on Friday, April 17, 2026.

French Yo-Yo Championship 2026: An Unconventional Competition and Free Workshops

Get ready for an unusual and thrilling competition where victory hangs by a thread… On April 18, 2026, the French Yo-Yo Championship returns to the 14th arrondissement for a free day of excitement and discovery!

Hugo and Architecture: From Stone to Pen — An Exhibition at the Victor Hugo House in Paris

The Victor Hugo House is hosting a thematic exhibition exploring architecture in Hugo's work. Open to visitors from June 11 to November 22, 2026.

Roshi to perform live at the Zénith in Paris this November 2026

The rapper Roshi announces his very first concert at the Zénith in Paris! Don’t miss this electrifying performance set for Wednesday, November 11, 2026.

Empire of the Sun to perform live at the Zénith in Paris this July 2026

After electrifying Rock en Seine in 2025, Empire of the Sun is set to return to Paris for a European tour. The Australian duo, led by Luke Steele and Nick Littlemore, will take over the Zénith de Paris stage on Saturday, July 4, 2026.