What to do in the 4th arrondissement

Paris Plages 2025: free beach volleyball courts at the foot of the Hôtel de Ville in Paris

For Paris Plage 2025, beach volleyball is taking over the Hôtel de Ville forecourt this summer! Until August 20, three free courts invite you to smash and have fun after a swim in the Seine. Activities and tournaments signed FFVolley and FIVB extend the spirit of the Paris 2024 Games for a summer of sport and fun right in the heart of Paris.

ABRA, Tal Spiegel's unusual patisserie opens its doors Paris 4th arrondissement

ABRA, Tal Spiegel's first patisserie, opens its doors this Wednesday, June 24, 2025, in the 4th arrondissement of Paris. Imagine a singular place that blends graphic design and French patisserie. You'll discover pastries that are as beautiful as they are tasty and well-balanced, changing viennoiseries and ephemeral, gourmet plated desserts.

Café Longchamp: the trendy new gourmet pop-up in Paris's Marais district

Longchamp opens its very first ephemeral café in the heart of the Marais, from June 6 to September 2, 2025. Nestled on rue Vieille du Temple, Café Longchamp distills craftsmanship, style and sweet treats around the clock. A fashion and mocha break to be discovered in the 4th arrondissement of Paris!

Azzedine Alaïa / Thierry Mugler: the Azzedine Alaïa Foundation fashion exhibition - extensions

The Fondation Azzedine Alaïa opens its doors to a cutting-edge new fashion exhibition, "Connivences artistiques: Azzedine Alaïa, Thierry Mugler", from March 3 to August 31, 2025. Join us in the Marais district of Paris to admire this couture face-off between two masters of the silhouette, with millimetric cuts, sculptural glamour and hand-sewn friendship.

Rendez-vous aux Jardins 2025 at Hôtel de Sully: fun workshops dedicated to ecology

At the Hôtel de Sully, history blossoms outdoors for the Rendez-Vous aux Jardins 2025. Rendezvous in the heart of the Marais to discover this XVIIᵉ century jewel and its charming green setting.

Fête de la Musique 2025 in Paris: peacekeepers' brass band at the Préfecture de Police

For this year's Fête de la Musique, the Préfecture de Police is setting the pace! On Saturday June 21, 2025, this historic institution, nestled in the heart of the Île de la Cité, will trade in its kepi and rigor for instruments and good humor.

Baratruf: the first truffle bar to take root in Paris's Marais district

Truffles are off the beaten track at Baratruf, Paris' very first truffle bar. A sharp counter, a vaulted ambience and a plateful of local produce: here, you can munch on the black diamond without fuss, right in the heart of the Marais district.

Shopping tip: Emmaüs Alternatives is back in Paris with a new sale by the kilo!

Solidarity shopping returns to Paris, with a new edition of the Emmaüs Alternatives kilo sale, on Friday May 2 and Saturday May 3, 2025. Head to the Halle des Blancs Manteaux to find clothes & accessories for the whole family!

Exhibition and sale of Hermès, Vuitton, Chanel and YSL luxury bags, jewelry and scarves in Paris

Hermès, Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Dior ... Fashion's iconic bags and accessories come to the Crédit Municipal de Paris on April 4 and 5, 2025, for a free exhibition before their auction!

Notre-Dame de Paris: a student competition to turn construction site fences into works of art

What if the Notre-Dame building site became an open-air art gallery? The City of Paris and the Conseil d'Architecture, d'Urbanisme et de l'Environnement are launching a student competition to transform 400 meters of palisade fencing into a giant fresco. Get creative, get your paintbrushes: it's time to make history!

Mental Health Month: rapper Ichon gives a free concert at Paris City Hall

How about a free Ichon concert at Hôtel de Ville? This Tuesday, April 1, 2025, the rapper takes over the majestic Salle des fêtes at 7:30 p.m. to close an event dedicated to mental health.

Painting workshops & aperitif with pop artist Leona Rose at Le Grand Mazarin Hotel, Paris

Le Grand Mazarin goes arty! This charming Marais hotel is teaming up with painter Leona Rose for painting workshops and meditation sessions, all accompanied by an aperitif or breakfast. An inspiring pop interlude to be savored without moderation!

Pasta, Pizza e Basta! an all-you-can-eat buffet every Sunday evening at Eataly Paris Marais

At Eataly Paris Marais, Sunday evenings are sacred! On the last day of the week, starting at 6:30pm, book your one-way ticket to Italy with Pasta, Pizza e Basta! an all-you-can-eat buffet featuring the flavors of Italy (pasta, pizzas, cold cuts & cheeses, desserts), in an ultra-convivial atmosphere with live music.

The Salon du Vintage 2025, 100% fashion and luxury, in the former Pierre Cardin Museum in Paris

Retro, chic and ecological, the Salon du Vintage returns to Paris from March 15 to 16, 2025! Right in the heart of the Marais district, in the former Pierre Cardin Museum, the shopping event will set up its luxury and second-hand racks for a new 100% fashion edition, accompanied by a retrospective exhibition dedicated to the House of Céline.

La Machine (du Moulin Rouge) comes to the Centre Pompidou for a free DJ set!

The Centre Pompidou turns into a dancefloor on Thursday, November 28, 2024! La Machine takes control of the museum for a free evening of oriental techno mixed with contemporary art. Tickets open Tuesday November 12 at 12 noon.

Eataly Paris Marais birthday party: 100% Italian tastings, DJ set & blind test

Eataly Paris Marais celebrates its fifth anniversary on November 21, 2024 with a 100% Italian evening, combining gourmet tastings and a festive atmosphere. Ten renowned chefs, a blind test, live music and a DJ set await you from 6.30pm for an immersion in the dolce vita in the heart of Paris!

Halloween 2024 at Restaurant Georges: festive dinner and ghoulish DJ sets atop the Centre Pompidou

Looking for a trendy Halloween party? On October 31, 2024, head to the top of the Centre Pompidou for "The Last Runway", Le Georges restaurant's ultimate parade of glamour and horror before it closes, with the whole of Paris as a backdrop.

Ae-la: exhibition and free performances by Cathy Cocat

Ae-la is more than just an exhibition. The works of art are interspersed with artists' performances and visual and sound installations. From September 26 to October 1, Cathy Cocat awaits you in the heart of Paris, at Vitrines Les Arches Citoyennes.

Paris Design Week: MUJI and Studio 5-5 install a house in a Marais townhouse

For Paris Design Week 20024, from September 5 to 14, Japanese brand MUJI takes over the Hôtel d'Albret in the Marais district. Together, they set up a manifesto house, housing a unique collection of ready-made objects.

Paris Design Week 2024: Paul Cocksedge's mirror installation at Hôtel de Sully

For Paris Design Week 2024, the Hôtel de Sully is transformed into a visual playground by Paul Cocksedge's installation, from September 4 to 14. With his mirrors, the British designer blurs the boundaries between 2D and 3D, inviting visitors to become part of the prestigious décor of the Place des Vosges institution.