The marais district

These outdoor classical concerts take place in one of Paris's loveliest gardens this July.

When the gardens of the Hôtel de Sully turn into an open-air stage, Parisian summer shifts to a new tempo. On July 10 and 11, 2026, the Orchestre de chambre de Paris will let Mozart, Wolf, and Ravel resonate under the stars. Conducted by Jan Söderblom, with violin and baton in hand, the concert opens a classical interlude in the very heart of the Marais.

Two fashion photographers take the spotlight in a chic, free exhibition at Galerie Rouge.

La Galerie Rouge invites us to discover the work of two American fashion photographers, in a free exhibition running from May 29 to September 19, 2026.

Fête de la musique 2026: Electro Schmocks to perform a free concert at the Museum of Art and History of Judaism

For this year's Fête de la Musique, Electro Schmocks aims to rock the grand courtyard of the Musée d’art et d’histoire du Judaïsme de Paris. Catch the band at a free concert this Sunday, June 21, 2026.

World Music Day 2026 at the Shoah Memorial: concerts moved indoors

The Fête de la Musique 2026 will go ahead at the Mémorial de la Shoah this Sunday, June 21. Due to weather conditions, the AutorYno and Degré 41 performances have been moved to the Edmond J. Safra Auditorium.

World Music Day 2026 in Paris: Free concerts by Young Talents at the National Archives

Come celebrate classical music this Sunday, June 21, 2026, at the National Archives in Paris, on the occasion of the new Fête de la Musique. Once again this year, enjoy a free Jeunes Talents concert!

World Music Day 2026: Carmina Burana at the Cathedral of the Holy Cross of the Armenians

Music Day 2026 makes its way to the Sainte-Croix des Arméniens Cathedral with a choral concert centered on Carmina Burana, on Sunday, June 21, 2026. In Paris, the Navigavoce Choirs and On Avait Dit present a version for two pianos and percussion, paced by vocal power and the spirit of shared music.

Paul Beuscher in Paris: the cult destination for musicians reopens its doors with guitars, concerts and studios.

The legendary address for Parisian musicians reopens on Boulevard Beaumarchais. Guitars, sheet music, lutherie, concerts and rehearsal studios: Paul Beuscher returns as a living hub of music, offering far more than just instruments on display.

The Auld Alliance, the Scottish pub in the Marais where you can catch the big games

In Paris's 4th arrondissement, The Auld Alliance fuses Scottish culture, live sports, whiskies and craft beers in the warm atmosphere of an authentic pub.

Chuck Sperry unveils his Archetypes in a free exhibition at the Art Generation gallery — our photos

His screen prints and concert posters have toured the world: discover Chuck Sperry’s work through the Archetypes exhibition, on view free of charge at the Art Generation gallery from June 13 to August 1, 2026.

World Music Day 2026: Myd will electrify this iconic museum in the capital

Are you more the type to celebrate World Music Day in the street or at a landmark venue? If you prefer the latter, head to the garden of the stunning Carnavalet Museum, which on Sunday, June 21, 2026, will host electro artist Myd.

Urban Music: More than 20 street artists celebrate Fête de la Musique at a gallery in the Marais

Urban Signature is back in Paris with a new group exhibition free to visit from Wednesday, June 17 to Sunday, June 21, 2026 in a Marais gallery. Entitled "Urban Music," the installation showcases the work of around twenty urban artists centered on music. A fresh, original way to celebrate music this year!

AKAA - Also known as Africa: the contemporary art fair returns to Carreau du Temple this weekend

Mark these dates: from October 23 to 25, 2026, the AKAA African Contemporary Art Fair returns for a new edition at the Carreau du Temple. Discover the program!

This free pop-up from a well-known beauty brand offers skin diagnostics and interactive experiences in Paris.

Skin diagnostics, games, freebies, coffee, a running club and a DJ set: a free skincare pop-up with football-themed vibes lands in the Marais from June 17 to 21, 2026.

The Enki Bilal Foundation opens in Paris: a new art space in the Marais — our photos

The Enki Bilal Foundation opens its doors in the Marais district of Paris on June 11, 2026. From exhibitions and contemporary creation to conversations with artists, this new art venue invites visitors to immerse themselves in the world of the illustrator and writer, right in the heart of one of the capital’s most cultural neighborhoods.

Serena Carone exhibition at Perrotin Gallery: a world of faience and illusions - photos

In the Marais, the Perrotin gallery hosts Serena Carone's unsettling universe. In the space, the artist blurs the lines with her glazed earthenware and trompe-l'œil tricks. Here perception constantly moves between reality and appearances. A free exhibition to discover from June 5 to 18, 2026.

Photography in full letters: an artistic alphabet on display at the MEP

The European House of Photography celebrates the rich history and breadth of photography with a playful, original exhibition running from June 10 to September 13, 2026.

Exhibition: Camille Vivier in a retrospective at the Maison Européenne de la Photographie

The European House of Photography is devoting a major retrospective to French artist Camille Vivier, a figure in contemporary photography as arresting as she is powerful. The exhibition runs from June 10 to September 13, 2026.

The Enfants Rouges Covered Market, Paris’s oldest food market.

In the heart of the Haut-Marais, the Marché des Enfants Rouges has been delighting Parisians since 1615. As the oldest covered market in the capital, it combines history with gourmet stalls, world cuisines, and lunch spots open Tuesday to Sunday.

Yellow Party, dancing and a DJ set: the festive all-nighter at Carreau du Temple for Nuit Blanche 2026 in Paris

Le Carreau du Temple gears up for Nuit Blanche as it hosts the latest edition of the cultural event this Saturday, June 6, 2026! On the program: dance, music, and a high-energy, all-night party vibe.

Three Swiss artists to discover after dark at the Swiss Cultural Center for Nuit Blanche 2026

The Swiss Cultural Center kicks off its evening program with three solo exhibitions featuring Akosua Viktoria Adu-Sanyah, Ingeborg Lüscher, and Mai-Thu Perret, available to explore free of charge for Nuit Blanche on June 6, 2026.