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Solar eclipse of August 12, 2026: the Philharmonie’s Belvédère offers front-row views in Paris

A solar rendezvous is taking shape atop the Philharmonie de Paris on August 12, 2026. The Belvédère will host the eclipse viewing, with appropriate glasses provided on site.

Les Silencieuses: a nocturnal music event with headphones on at the Cité des sciences

La Cité des sciences et de l’Industrie is back with its “La Silencieuse,” a music night featuring silent disco— with DJ sets heard through headsets— and includes access to the current exhibitions and fun activities, this Friday, August 28, 2026.

Weezer to play a one-off show in Paris in 2027: Ticketing launch date and details

The cult alt-rock band Weezer will return to Paris in 2027 for a one-off concert. Date, tickets, must-hear hits… here’s everything you need to know about this event!

How to visit the Philharmonie de Paris and the behind-the-scenes areas of the Jean Nouvel–designed landmark?

With its striking aluminum façade and a concert hall famed around the globe, the Philharmonie de Paris stands as one of the capital’s premier cultural icons. Behind its daring architecture lie impressive technical spaces, a rooftop with sweeping views of Paris, and backstage areas that visitors can explore on guided tours!

This free fashion exhibition in Paris reveals how the hats that headline the major runway shows are created.

Behind a beret, a boater, or a capeline lie hours of work and skills handed down through generations. From September 23 to December 13, 2026, the 19M will host a free exhibition dedicated to Maison Michel, inviting the public to discover the behind-the-scenes of hatmaking.

Take Off, Youth: a free weekend for families to discover space at the Cité des sciences

On the occasion of an international summit dedicated to space, the Cité des sciences et de l'industrie is hosting "Décollez Jeunesse," a free weekend for families. Created in partnership with the National Centre for Space Studies (CNES) and the European Space Agency (ESA), the event offers activities, workshops, and encounters to spark kids' interest in space exploration.

A night curated by Konstantin Sibold at Mia Mao

On August 8, from midnight to 7 a.m., the German producer will helm a full lineup at Mia Mao, flanked by Hardt Antoine and EG, for a night that traverses melodic house, techno, and their borderlands.

Heritage Days 2026: the program at the Philharmonie de Paris and the Cité de la Musique

The Philharmonie de Paris, the capital’s music museum, is taking part in Heritage Days this weekend, September 19–20, 2026. We’re unveiling the program for this year at this exciting venue.

Back in the Day #3: The exhibition on the origins of color photography at the Cité des sciences

From December 1, 2026 to October 2027, the Cité des sciences et de l'industrie presents Machine arrière #3: Autochrome. This exhibition offers a journey through the origins of color photography and the invention of Autochrome, the first commercially available color photographic process at the dawn of the 20th century.

Hassan Hajjaj: My rock stars, the colorful portraits by the contemporary artist on display at the Music Museum

Hassan Hajjaj, the renowned contemporary artist and photographer who draws on his Moroccan heritage and multiculturalism, unveils his colorful, playful portraits in an unprecedented exhibition to be seen at the Museum of Music from September 22, 2026 to April 25, 2027. For the occasion, the group Acid Arab will present a sound piece that engages with the exhibition.

Festival Jazz at La Villette 2026: Snarky Puppy and Selah Sue Lead the Lineup

Jazz takes center stage once again in Paris for the 2026 edition of Jazz à La Villette. This year, the beloved music festival returns to the northeastern part of the city, running from Friday, August 28th to Sunday, September 6th. Among the first artists announced are the renowned Snarky Puppy and the soulful Selah Sue, promising a stellar lineup for this highly anticipated edition.

Beyond the Streets at the Grande Halle de la Villette: free entry for everyone on July 14.

What are you planning for this Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Paris? How about taking advantage of free access to "Beyond the Streets" at the Grande Halle de la Villette? On the occasion of the National Day, the exhibition dedicated to graffiti, street art, and contemporary urban cultures is offering free admission for everyone!

Mosimann launches a 24-hour Dream Night, hopping from the Zénith to Paris’s premier clubs.

From Zénith to Parisian clubs, Mosimann shows no sign of slowing down. On October 17, 2026, the artist will string together concerts and DJ sets for 24 hours in a Dream Night that will sweep the capital without interruption. Don’t miss the ticket sales launch!

Starry Nights 2026 in Paris: New Moon viewing at the Cité des Sciences

Star Night is back at the Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie, where science mediators have lined up a host of engaging activities in Parc de la Villette, just behind the Geode, on August 12, 2026, following a memorable eclipse.

Solar eclipse 2026 in Paris: A special day at the Cité des sciences—discover the program

The Cité des sciences is dedicating a day to the solar eclipse visible from Paris on 12 August 2026. On the program: workshops, mini-lectures, Sun watching, eclipse tracking, and the Night of the Stars evening.

Artemis Mission at the City of Science: experience a virtual reality trip to the Moon — our review

La Cité des sciences presents Mission to the Moon, an Artemis VR experience — a virtual reality adventure built around the upcoming Artemis mission, available from July 8 to January 3, 2026. The route invites visitors to join the lunar South Pole in 2030, alongside astronaut Lucy Bauer. We’ve tested it—here’s our verdict!

Exhibition on poop in Paris: the Cité des sciences tackles the last great taboo

A universal topic rarely tackled head-on: the exhibition Poop, a Serious Story arrives at the Cité des sciences in Paris in spring 2027. A family-friendly path for ages 9 and up to talk about the body, toilets, hygiene, health and the environment without flinching.

Cité des sciences: Critical thinking, the exhibition that unsettles our certainties — our photos

The Cité des sciences hosts the exhibition Critical Thinking, a journey designed to help children and adults question their certainties and the way they reason, running from July 7 to August 29, 2026.

Whisky Live Paris 2026 at the Grande Halle of La Villette, the premier rendezvous for connoisseurs

Whisky enthusiasts and professionals passionate about the world of whisky and other spirits will come together from September 26 to 28, 2026 at La Grande Halle de La Villette for the new and 22nd edition of Whisky Live Paris.

Magic Exhibition at the Cité des Sciences: when illusion becomes a scientific experience

The Cité des sciences et de l’industrie in Paris hosts Magic, a temporary exhibition devoted to illusions, cognitive biases, and the mechanisms of perception, running from October 13, 2026 to August 1, 2027. Designed in collaboration with magic companies and cognitive science researchers, this interactive journey, open to visitors aged 9 and up, explores why our brains sometimes fall for tricks.