Quartier saint merri - activities

The BHV Marais 2023 Christmas window displays are unveiled, discover the inauguration in pictures

For Christmas 2023 in Paris, the BHV Marais puts the forest in the spotlight. From this November 8, 2023, you can discover the Christmas windows that bring the Rue de Rivoli to life during a stroll with your family, your loved ones or simply your friends and family. Find out what's in store.

Paris: the mythical Stravinsky fountain freshly restored, our photos

After eighteen months of restoration work, the Fontaine Stravinsky in Paris has been freshly restored! An opportunity to (re)discover this emblematic and poetic work of art in the Beaubourg district, and the sixteen sculptures that make it up, created by Niki de Saint Phalle and Jean Tinguely.

Paris lights up: Paris bridges by night, open-air photo exhibition at Hôtel de Ville

From October 16 to November 30, 2023, admire black-and-white photos of the City of Light and its bridges, on the gates of Paris City Hall. It's an opportunity to rediscover these massive elements of the capital's landscape in a different light.

Les Arches Citoyennes, a giant community center in the former Paris Hospitals headquarters

In the heart of the 4th arrondissement, in the former AP-HP headquarters, Plateau Urbain has opened a new third-party space: Les Arches Citoyennes. For a year and a half, a host of solidarity and cultural events await you, before the space changes vocation.

One Last Cry exhibition by artist Akeem Smith at Lafayette Anticipations - our photos

Lafayette Anticipations is devoting an exhibition to artist Akeem Smith, entitled One Last Cry, from October 18 to November 20, 2023. Featuring sculptures, videos and archives, this immersion in the dancehall culture of the 1980s and 2000s promises an unparalleled artistic experience. Emotion, history and nostalgia come together in this vibrant tribute to Jamaica's popular movement!

Study For No exhibition by artist Issy Wood at Lafayette Anticipations - our photos

Lafayette anticipations invites you to discover its latest exhibition, Study For No, by artist Issy Wood, from October 18, 2023 to January 7, 2024. Immerse yourself in an artistic journey exploring intimacy, femininity and resistance in the face of today's society!

Le Maghreb des livres 2023, the literary fair showcasing Tunisian literature

The Maghreb des livres returns to Paris for its 29th edition on October 28 and 29, 2023, at the Hôtel de Ville de Paris, and this year it will feature Tunisian literature, with book signings, debates and literary cafés.

Japan in color, 19th-century photographs: the Musée des Arts Décoratifs exhibition

The Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris takes us on a fabulous journey to discover 19th-century Japan, revealed in photographs on show from November 8 to December 31, 2023.

Bombance, the Marais' finest bistronomic discovery

Bombance, a bistronomic restaurant in the Marais district of Paris, is a delightful discovery, with well-thought-out, well-crafted dishes!

Posy Simmonds in Paris: a plunge into illustrated literature at the BPI - Centre Pompidou

Discover the graphic and literary universe of cartoonist Posy Simmonds, on the occasion of the "Dessiner la littérature" exhibition at the BPI - Centre Pompidou from November 22, 2023 to April 1, 2024. From her early days at The Guardian to her iconic graphic novels, delve into the heart of her unique talent combining keen observation, humor and a passion for literature.

Picasso. Drawing to Infinity: the must-see exhibition at the Centre Pompidou

Celebrate the 50th anniversary of Pablo Picasso's death with the landmark exhibition "Picasso. Dessiner à l'infini" at the Centre Pompidou from October 18, 2023 to January 15, 2024. Discover an in-depth introspection of nearly a thousand works - from drawings to prints - by the emblematic artist. An unprecedented immersion in the maestro's creative process, not to be missed in Paris this winter!

Noël sur les Toits: a magical show at Essaïon in Paris

Discover Christmas on the Rooftops at Essaïon in Paris from November 29, 2023 to January 3, 2024. A festive experience not to be missed!

The Mont Blanc 2024 galette des Rois from La Glacerie Paris

For Epiphany 2024, MOF David Wesmaël presents a galette des Rois that pays tribute to the flavors of Mont Blanc. Available at La Glacerie Paris!

David Wesmaël's 2023 frozen Yule logs at La Glacerie Paris

At La Glacerie Paris, David Wesmaël, Meilleur Ouvrier de France glacier, unveils his ice-cream logs for the festive season, featuring the flavors of great French pastry.

L'Avocat dans la Cité 2023: free legal consultations with lawyers in Paris

The "L'Avocat dans la Cité" operation returns to the capital from October 2 to 8, 2023. For one week, lawyers from the Paris Bar Association will be meeting Parisians and offering free legal consultations throughout the city.

Capturing beauty, Julia Margaret Cameron's photo exhibition at the Jeu de Paume

Julia Margaret Cameron reveals herself in a photographic retrospective, with the exhibition Capturing Beauty, to be seen October 10, 2023 to January 28, 2024 at the Jeu de Paume.

Course des Lumières 2023, the night-time cancer race in Paris

The Institut Curie is once again inviting all runners to the Place de l'Hôtel de Ville on November 18, 2023 for another edition of the Course des Lumières, a sporting event in aid of cancer research. Would you prefer a 4km walk or an 8km run?

The Bibliothèque Publique d'Information, the huge library in the Centre Georges Pompidou

The Bibliothèque publique d'information, or BPI, is located in the Centre Georges Pompidou, in the Marais district of Paris. With the longest opening hours in France, it's a popular place for students, teleworkers and other curious visitors to find sources of information, training and information on a wide range of subjects. We'll take you on a tour of one of the biggest libraries in Paris!

Fashion and sport, the surprising and unexpected exhibition at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs - our photos

In the run-up to the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, the Musée des Arts Décoratifs will be exploring the links between sport and fashion throughout history, from antiquity to the present day, from September 20, 2023.

Journées du Patrimoine et Matrimoine 2023: Visit to the Hôtel de Ville - Mairie de Paris

For the Journées du Patrimoine 2023, the Hôtel de Ville de Paris is exceptionally opening its doors for free tours (registration required). Join us on Saturday and Sunday, September 16 and 17, 2023, to discover the office of the Mayor of Paris, the Hôtel de Ville library, the Council Chamber, the ceremonial lounges and the Paris Rendez-Vous boutique.