Trendy criterion

The Bal de l'Amour 2026 is back at Place de la Bastille: here’s the lineup.

After three successful editions, Bal de l’Amour makes its grand return to Paris, on Friday, May 15, 2026, at the Place de la Bastille.

Vietnam 2026 is here: the Vietnamese Food Market and Book Festival return to Paris' 5th arrondissement.

The Ici Vietnam festival returns for its sixth edition on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at Place Monge in Paris’s 5th arrondissement. On the program: Vietnamese gastronomy, literature, roundtables, and a DJ set, with free admission.

The riverside guinguette at La Pointe Sauvage on the banks of the Marne in Seine-et-Marne has opened its doors.

La guinguette of La Pointe Sauvage lands on the banks of the Marne in Vaires-sur-Marne, Seine-et-Marne, for a summer season that looks set to be convivial. Concerts, grilled fare, crepes and good spirits are on the menu from May 6 to September 2026 (and maybe beyond if the vibes—and the weather—cooperate).

Free 1980s party in the heart of Paris with a live concert and a costume twist! Registration opens.

The 17th arrondissement is hosting a free street party on Place Richard Baret, Friday, May 29, 2026, from 7:30 p.m. to midnight. Expect a concert, an 80s DJ set, activities for kids, and a costume contest.

Sparkling Night at Sparkling VR: a festive VR party in Paris

In Paris, Sparkling Night offers the private rental of a 400 m² loft near Saint-Lazare, featuring unlimited virtual reality, a buffet, drinks, and a dance floor. An all-inclusive package designed for groups.

Little Red Door, the cocktail bar where you can savor a truly immersive sensory experience

Rue Charlot, in the Marais, Little Red Door draws you in with its anthracite façade, where a red-painted door hides in plain sight. Welcome to this Paris cocktail hotspot, an address that feels like a genuine experience.

The secret terrace of Rivié at the Hoxton Paris opens for the 2026 summer season.

Hidden in the inner courtyard of the Hoxton Paris, the terrace at Rivié is one of those off-the-radar spots you keep to yourself. Seasonal cuisine, carefully crafted cocktails, and weekend brunch throughout spring-summer 2026.

La Halle de la Varenne opens its gourmet hall in Val-de-Marne, kicking off with a bustling weekend.

La Halle de la Varenne opens its doors in Saint-Maur-des-Fossés, Val-de-Marne, with a festive inaugural weekend on May 9–10, 2026, after months of work. A renovated gourmet market to discover in preview starting this Thursday, April 30, 2026, with special introductory prices.

The BBQ‑focused Food Market to welcome the sunny days.

Le Food Market hosts a special BBQ edition on Thursday, May 28, 2026. Get ready for grills and skewers of every kind!

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!

Seine-et-Marne: the guinguette — a riverside terrace on the Loing with a view of the medieval castle has reopened.

La Terrasse du Moulin de Nemours, an open-air guinguette-terrace on the banks of the Loing, has reopened for the 2026 season in Seine-et-Marne. A bar, an open-air food market and views of the medieval castle await you.

Superfine, the championship-level cocktail bar taking over the Motel’s former spot.

In place of the Motel, Superfine is the dive bar making waves in the 11th arrondissement, with its competition-grade cocktails, bite-sized plates to devour, and a crew that makes you feel right at home.

L'Aventure: the chic restaurant with Art Deco accents and a private-club vibe, offering a view of the Arc de Triomphe

Mythic haven of Parisian nights from the 1970s, L'Aventure, located opposite the Arc de Triomphe, now unfolds as a hybrid space, part stylish restaurant with flamboyant décor, part exclusive nightclub.

Susumu Kamijo exhibits at the Perrotin Gallery in Paris: a gentle interlude between flowers and animals.

Perrotin Paris gallery presents a new exhibition devoted to Susumu Kamijo, featuring When I Think of You in Spring, running from April 25 to May 30, 2026. A deep dive into contemporary painting built from flowers, animals, and pared-back forms.

Han Rooftop at the Guimet Museum: the Korean terrace with a view of the Eiffel Tower and the DJ set back in action

Han Rooftop at the Guimet Museum returns for another summer season, running from May 15 to September 12, 2026. Perched atop the Asian Art Museum in the 16th arrondissement, this temporary Korean rooftop invites you to soak up the sun all summer long with sweeping views of the Eiffel Tower, Korean specialties, and a lively cultural program under the Parisian sky.

88 Ménilmontant, La Bellevilloise’s ephemeral pop-up venue returns for the summer

On April 25, 2026, 88 Ménilmontant reopens its vegetated junkyard-terrace in the heart of Paris’s 20th arrondissement.

Central Chapelle, the new culture, music and food hotspot opens in the heart of La Chapelle Arena

Central Chapelle is the new culture, music and food hotspot that finally opens its doors in the heart of La Chapelle Arena on May 6, 2026!

La Maison Faitout, a bar-restaurant and a welcoming community hub with a garden in Paris’s 20th arrondissement.

Nestled in the Pyrénées district, Maison Faitout is a charming hub of culinary life, a place to gather year-round or enjoy its terrace on sunny days.

Hôtel L'Aventure: a discreet, luxurious five-star haven with views of the Arc de Triomphe

Across from the Arc de Triomphe, Hôtel L'Aventure unveils a dreamlike, theatrical world designed by Vincent Darré. An exclusive address with just fifteen rooms in the heart of the Golden Triangle for those seeking to experience Paris like nowhere else, blending a chic restaurant with a private club just steps from the Champs-Élysées.

The Printemps Haussmann 2025 summer terrace overlooking Paris and the Eiffel Tower

The terrace at Printemps Haussmann goes into glamorous picnic mode and gets a golden makeover thanks to Veuve Clicquot. From May 5 to September 30, 2025, head for the 7ème Ciel spot, perched atop the Femme store, to toast the sun, head in the clouds and eyes riveted on the Eiffel Tower. Panoramic views, iconic bubbles and French art de vivre: summer promises to be chic, fresh and effervescent at the top of Paris!