Vivienne district

JEMA 2026 in Paris: Opéra Comique Highlights Artisanal Crafts of the Performing Arts

The Heritage and Craft Days are the perfect opportunity to explore a wide range of fascinating professions and experience enchanting venues! From April 9 to 11, 2026, head over to the Opéra Comique to immerse yourself in the world of live performance.

The whole family I adore! : a comedy starring Michel Boujenah at the Théâtre des Variétés

At the Théâtre des Variétés, the family I love features Michel Boujenah in a heartfelt family comedy about inheritance.

Read to your heart's content: the free literary festival celebrating Hachette’s bicentennial at Palais Brongniart

From March 13 to 15, 2026, the Palais Brongniart will host the "Grandes Rencontres Hachette - Lire à la folie" festival, a free event celebrating two centuries of publishing. With signings, talks, and workshops, this festival encourages visitors of all ages to explore the fascinating world behind the pages of a book.

Gyoza Bar, the gyoza den in the Passage des Panoramas

Hidden away in the Passage des Panoramas, the Gyoza Bar is the place to gobble up dozens of pork, chicken or vegetarian gyozas.

The Jardin of the Bridgerton Chronicle: free decorations and activities this Thursday in Paris - photos

Dear fans of secrets and high society, an extraordinary event awaits you this Thursday, January 17, 2026: the Garden of the Bridgerton Chronicle opens its doors to the public for free in the 2nd arrondissement. Arrive early! Stroll through the beautifully manicured French gardens, participate in a fashionable dress contest, and snap glamorous photos—all leading up to an enchanting evening of music and dance. Don’t miss this magical experience right in the heart of Paris.

Nights of Reading 2026: Evening reading event in the Oval Room at the Richelieu Branch of the National Library of France

What if the story of the universe fit within the walls of a library? During the 2026 Nights of Reading, the BnF Richelieu opens its doors for an immersive journey into the witty and scholarly poetry of Raymond Queneau. Beneath the grand, vaulted ceilings of this historic site, be guided through a reading of “The Little Portable Cosmology” for a literary voyage to the origins of the world—an exploration blending knowledge with imagination.

Mazarin and the Guardians of the Secret: our review of the immersive puzzle game at the BnF Richelieu

From November 15, 2025, the BnF Richelieu will be hosting an immersive experience where you'll have to unravel Cardinal Mazarin's greatest secret, through puzzles in the heart of the Bibliothèque nationale de France site.

Paris Perfume Week 2026: Workshops, Conferences, and Sensory Experiences at Palais Brongniart

From April 9 to 11, 2026, Paris Perfume Week is making its return to the French capital, featuring conferences, workshops, and immersive olfactory experiences to deepen everyone’s understanding of perfume at the Palais Brongniart.

Drawing Fair 2026: Dates and Program for this Artistic Event at Palais Brongniart

The Drawings Fair will take over the Palais Brongniart from March 25 to 30, 2026, welcoming a multitude of collectors, researchers, experts… and you! Come explore over 1,000 antique and contemporary drawings at this international exhibition.

Holiday Celebrations: Canard & Champagne Unveils Its XXL Duck Breast

As New Year’s Eve approaches, some spots in Paris seem perfectly suited for celebrating the holiday season. Tucked away in the Passage des Panoramas in the 2nd arrondissement, Canard & Champagne stands out as a prime destination to mark this festive season — one defined by togetherness, indulgence, and warmth.

Are you familiar with this little-known covered passage that’s getting a major facelift, located near the Galerie Vivienne?

In Paris’s 2nd arrondissement, the Galerie Colbert has just completed a three-year restoration project spanning from 2022 to 2025. Join us as we revisit this cultural jewel and delve into the fascinating story behind its unique heritage.

NYE 2022-2023 at Daroco 16 – the trendy Italian restaurant in the 16th arrondissement

The ultra-stylish restaurant rocking the 16th arrondissement – Daroco invites you to their NYE 2022-2023 party on December 31, 2022, from 8:30 p.m. Come and celebrate Italy, from food to music, all ingredients are gathered to celebrate the last day of the year in full glory!

The Feel Good 2025 Experience: beauty and wellness activities and treatments at the Atelier Richelieu

Fancy a little break from your hectic daily routine for a weekend? Head to the Atelier Richelieu on November 14 and 15, 2025, for a feel-good experience focused on beauty and well-being, with talks and workshops.

Thanksgiving 2025 at the excellent American bistro Cocoricains

The excellent American bistro Cocoricains is celebrating Thanksgiving in style from November 27 to 30, 2025, with a myriad of American specialties on the menu.

Babylon Halloween 2025 at the Palais Brongniart: immersive electro party with Agents of Time in Paris

The Babylon Halloween party returns to Paris for a brand-new edition at the Palais Brongniart on October 31, 2025. Featuring a 360° show, house music and spectacular scenography, experience an exceptional electro night with Agents of Time, Dyzen and Tjondoo.

A brief history of Paris's great restaurants: Le Vaudeville, Art Deco charm

Since 1918, brasserie Le Vaudeville has been spreading the Parisian tradition across from the Bourse, with seafood platters, French classics and Art Deco decor, in an elegant, lively atmosphere.

A brief history of Paris's top restaurants: Aux Lyonnais, a true bouchon lyonnais in Paris

Aux Lyonnais, an emblematic bistro in the 2nd arrondissement, has been celebrating Lyonnais cuisine in Paris since 1890, in an authentic bouchon setting.

A brief history of Paris's great restaurants: Grand Colbert, a brasserie in a spectacular setting

A historic brasserie facing the Bourse, Le Grand Colbert has been welcoming the Parisian elite to its Empire decor since 1900. Seafood, velvet banquettes and gilded chandeliers: a cult address in the 2nd arrondissement.

Maison Boissier opens Galerie Vivienne boutique-museum

Maison Boissier has set up shop in Paris's Galerie Vivienne, unveiling its exceptional confectionery in a historic setting featuring a museum space dedicated to its heritage since 1827. We take you on a tour of this historic covered passageway.

The French love them: discover the 100% duck restaurant in Paris

Fans of Southwestern cuisine swear by duck confit and magret. In Paris, there's a restaurant that celebrates quality French duck to the delight of gourmets. An emblematic product, since the French consume an average of 3.3 kg per person per year, compared to just 500 g in the rest of the world. A true national love!