What to do in august

A narrated, bucolic cruise along the Marne, paired with chocolate tasting? It does exist!

In Seine-et-Marine, the Choco Cruise on the Marne offers a delightfully original escape that combines a river stroll, chocolate tastings, and a tour of the Marne’s bucolic landscapes. A quirky, gourmet experience perfect for family outings, gatherings with friends, or a romantic getaway.

Nighttime stroll at the Château de Fontainebleau: experience a Summer Night at the Court

This summer, once again, the Château de Fontainebleau is staging exceptional late openings, letting you explore the monument in a privileged way. Mark your calendars for July 4 to September 10, 2026 to experience this magical after-dark experience.

Amédée Couder, fabric designer: the exhibition behind the scenes of design at the Musée de la Toile de Jouy

The Toile de Jouy Museum pays tribute to 19th-century artist Amédée Couder, a pivotal textile designer. The exhibition runs from June 19, 2026 to January 10, 2027.

LEGO Batman - The Legacy of the Dark Knight: Check out the Launch Trailer

LEGO Batman: The Legacy of the Dark Knight, an action-adventure video game developed by TT Games and published by Warner Bros. Games, awaits you on PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch 2 starting May 22, 2026 (early access from May 19). An adventure immersing players in Batman’s LEGO universe.

Vesper: Mother's Day 2026 brunch with champagne in the 7th arrondissement

For Mother's Day, Sunday, May 31, 2026, Vesper is offering a special brunch in Paris with a buffet, a dish of your choice, Billecart-Salmon champagne, and a Kids’ Brunch for children.

Unconventional workshops for children and adults where you can learn to cook as it was in the Middle Ages in Provins.

What if you could turn back time... in the kitchen? In the heart of Provins's medieval city center, Les Tabliers Gourmands offers culinary workshops as quirky as they are delicious. These gourmand experiences invite children and adults alike to cook medieval recipes, in a setting steeped in history.

Primordial Water: the Louvre’s exhibition exploring Mesopotamian myths — our photos

The Louvre Museum in Paris presents The Primordial Water, an exhibition on water in ancient Mesopotamia, running from May 20, 2026 to March 15, 2027. Archaeological artifacts, myths, and irrigation show how this resource shaped the region’s earliest societies.

Abstinence: Mother's Day 2026 brunch in Paris's 15th arrondissement

For Mother's Day, Sunday, May 31, 2026, Abstinence presents a special brunch in Paris with a 48-euro package, a children's menu, and a Billecart-Salmon champagne option.

Fitzgerald: Mother's Day 2026 brunch in Paris with champagne and kids' activities

For Mother's Day, Sunday, May 31, 2026, Fitzgerald is hosting a kid-friendly brunch in Paris's 7th arrondissement, complete with a children's menu, supervised activities, and a Billecart-Salmon champagne package.

Hollywood Savoy: Mother's Day 2026 Brunch with Champagne and Kids' Activities

For Mother's Day, Sunday, May 31, 2026, Hollywood Savoy is offering an all-you-can-eat brunch with Billecart-Salmon champagne, a kids' menu, and supervised activities in its gaming room, in the heart of Paris's 2nd arrondissement.

Le Jardin du Clarence, the intimate and gourmet terrace in the heart of Paris' Golden Triangle

Away from the Parisian hubbub, Le Clarence’s intimate terrace opens for the 2026 summer season, running from June 2 to early August. Nestled in the cobbled courtyard below the two-Michelin-starred restaurant, it offers a discreet escape in the heart of the city, where simple, fresh cuisine is paired with exceptional wines.

Cléo, the fine-dining restaurant with a beautiful hidden terrace in the 7th arrondissement of Paris.

Just a stone's throw from Les Invalides and the Pont Alexandre III, Cléo offers contemporary gastronomic cuisine by Alexandre Semperé, with a hidden, leafy patio and a speakeasy bar. A discreet address to discover in Paris’s 7th arrondissement.

Forza Horizon 6: the long-awaited racing game is now available

Forza Horizon 6, the open-world racing series from Playground Games, lands on May 19, 2026 for Xbox Series X|S and PC, with PS5 launching later this year. The new chapter takes players to Japan, pairing a map built for exploration with an immersive progression system and more than 550 vehicles ready from day one.

La Fontaine Gaillon: Mother's Day 2026 brunch at an elegant Paris address

For Mother's Day, Sunday, May 31, 2026, La Fontaine Gaillon is offering a family-friendly brunch in its elegant setting on Place Gaillon, with an all-you-can-eat sweet-and-savoury buffet, a kids' menu, supervised activities, and a Billecart-Salmon champagne package.

Jardin21, season 2026: a week of celebration, nature and cultural discoveries at the heart of Parc de la Villette

In May, Jardin21, the festive and green community hub perched along the Canal de l’Ourcq in the 19th arrondissement, extends the season with a rich and varied program. Take the chance to fully enjoy these fine days: engaged initiatives, gardening workshops, youth activities, festive evenings, a yoga session... Everything’s in place to escape without leaving Paris! Free admission.

CIRA: the hidden Mediterranean terrace on the Champs-Élysées in Paris

CIRA, a hidden Mediterranean terrace on the Champs-Élysées, with flame-kissed cuisine and brunch. The Paris Marriott Champs Elysees Hotel unveils its hidden terrace, blending Parisian elegance with Mediterranean charm, perfect for this summer!

Why is the Pont-Neuf called that, even though it’s Paris’ oldest bridge?

In light of its name, how can the Pont-Neuf be Paris’s oldest bridge? We explain its history and the reason for this sobriquet.

Rabbids Color Chaos: EVA launches her family-friendly arena VR game – our review

The Rabbids: Color Chaos lands at EVA on May 20 with a VR arena game for ages 10 and up. In a 500-square-meter space, two teams move, aim and color as much ground as possible to win. We tried it, here’s the full story!

Marilyn Monroe at the Galerie de l’Instant, a photography exhibition centered on Sam Shaw’s portraits

The Galerie de l’Instant in Paris presents "Marilyn, Portrait of a Radiant Child," an exhibition devoted to the photographs of Marilyn Monroe by Sam Shaw, from June 1 to September 15, 2026. A journey through the star’s image, spanning cinema, portraiture, and more intimate moments.

Galerie Kiff & Marais: A showroom and exhibition space

Join us at the Kiff & Marais Gallery: a hub for exhibitions, events, workshops, and live music. A gallery in the heart of the Marais where a variety of events and group exhibitions are hosted in the 3rd arrondissement! Every Thursday evening, come to the openings at the Kiff & Marais Gallery. From May 27 to 31, discover Art Brut, an exhibition that blends painting, drawing, collage, and sculpture at the Kiff & Marais Gallery.