What to do this week

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

In August, Jardin21—the festive, greenery-filled community hub perched along the Ourcq Canal in Paris’s 19th arrondissement—extends the season with a rich and varied lineup. Use this time to fully enjoy these sunny days: bold initiatives, gardening workshops, youth activities, lively evenings, a yoga session... Everything is in place for a quick escape without leaving Paris. Free admission.

Fulfil Super Cup: The festival of French basketball at Roland-Garros Stadium

The Fulfil Supercup kicks off the basketball season at Roland Garros Stadium. On September 19 and 20, the event welcomes all basketball fans—and the curious—looking to experience a unique atmosphere in one of France’s most iconic sports venues. Whether with family or friends, spectators will enjoy a complete show featuring the top level of basketball in France, along with activities, a fan zone, DJ sets, and live music showcases.

Paris Basketball: Early Bird pricing for season tickets for the 2026/2027 season

Catch up with the Paris Basketball team for the 2026-2027 season, with attractive season-ticket prices for what promises to be an exciting year. From prestigious European showdowns to XXL in-game extras and a wildly electric atmosphere, here’s why this is the sport and leisure event you won’t want to miss.

Twingo makes its summer home in the heart of Paris with free events (exhibitions, stand-up, DJ sets...)

From June 26 to September 20, 2026, Twingo takes over the Champs-Élysées with the House of Frog experience at the Renault® show. The lineup includes an immersive exhibit, stand-up, DJ sets, talks, and other activities and entertainment. Admission is free and open to all, with access to the events by prior registration (link in the article).

Partouche Pasino Club in Paris, the new temple of gaming and a mega lifestyle venue with bars and a restaurant

Avenue de la Grande-Armée, in the 17th arrondissement, the Partouche Pasino Club opens its doors on May 12, 2026. Poker, blackjack, dining, bars... We got an early look at this massive gaming club, unlike any other, and here’s what awaits you.

Jour de Fête 2026 and Music Day in Créteil, featuring circus, concerts and fireworks - 94

Music Day and circus arts come together in Créteil on Saturday, June 20, 2026, for Day of Celebration, featuring aerial acts, concerts, equestrian performances and a fireworks display on the town hall plaza.

Galeries Lafayette Champs-Élysées: your ultimate fashion, beauty, and heritage stop during your stay in Paris

Stroll down the world’s most beautiful avenue and push open the doors at No. 60. Between beloved French brands, niche fragrances, French Touch skincare, and Art Deco architecture, discover a department store like no other, crafted as a true cultural destination.

Shwi, the new Lebanese restaurant specializing in grilled chicken along the Canal Saint-Martin

Le poulet grillé libanais finally finds its Paris home with Shwi, the new street-food hotspot dreamed up by the Kubri team, to be discovered along the Canal Saint-Martin (Paris 10th) since spring 2026. We tried it and here’s everything.

The 2-to-6-year-old City of Children reopens its doors in Paris for a playful, immersive experience.

After a year of renovations, the Children's City for ages 2–6 reopens on June 9, 2026 at the City of Science and Industry, with a redesigned space to accompany the youngest visitors in their first discoveries.

Paris Fair 2026: the spring's flagship event at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles

Paris Fair 2026 returns to Paris Expo Porte de Versailles from April 30 to May 11, offering 12 days of discovery, shopping and entertainment, plus a unique KeBlack concert. A family outing that combines explorations, shows, great deals, gastronomy and activities for kids and adults alike. Download your free invitations now! With only a few days left, take advantage of our “Foire Prix” offers!

LaCrèma gelato, the new plant-based artisanal ice cream shop near the Jardin du Luxembourg and the Panthéon

We pushed open the door of LaCrèma, the new artisanal ice-cream shop on Rue Soufflot in Paris’s 5th arrondissement, open since April 2026. Behind the counter, Roberta and her house-made plant-based gelatos are shaking things up. Here’s everything you need to know!

Reuilly Garden transforms into a sakura paradise: cherry and apple trees in full bloom, free to enjoy in Paris

The Reuilly-Paul-Pernin Garden in the 12th arrondissement of Paris is blossoming in shades of pink as spring 2026 kicks off. Its ornamental apple trees are in full bloom, making it the perfect time to enjoy this Parisian hanami and soak in the vibrant, rosy hues of the season.

The enchanted Christmas bar and tea salon at the George V 2025

The Four Seasons George V in Paris is turning its bar into a festive tea lounge and cocktail bar this December 2025. Guests can indulge in the creations of Michael Bartocetti alongside tapas by Alan Taudon, all complemented by inventive cocktails in a cozy, fireside setting.

Amour du Vietnam, the Vietnamese restaurant where you can eat piping hot pho in Paris's 14th arrondissement.

We went to try Amour du Vietnam, a Vietnamese restaurant that opened its doors in Paris's 14th arrondissement just a few months ago. On the menu: crispy spring rolls, hearty bo bun, banh mi, and pho soups simmered with passion. We'll tell you all about it.

The free street art festival at the Poste du Louvre 2025, photos and program

Calling all street art fans! The Street Art & Contemporary Art Festival at the Poste du Louvre is back for a third edition from November 15 to 23, 2025, in the 1st arrondissement in central Paris. And the icing on the cake is that the 350 m² exhibition and live performances are free! Head over to discover more than 200 works and meet the artists.

The Paris Museum of Illusions, this summer's must-see outing!

The Museum of Illusions, located in Paris’s 1st arrondissement in the Châtelet–Les Halles district, will welcome you with family or friends. Get ready for a unique, thrilling experience as you dive into the captivating world of illusion, where all your senses will be turned upside down... Take advantage of the summer and the holidays to discover all these mind-bending illusions.

Colors of Korea: free contemporary art exhibition at the Korean Cultural Center in Paris, photos

The Korean Cultural Center unveils the exhibition "Couleurs de Corée, Lumière sur l'art contemporain coréen", on the occasion of the 140th anniversary of diplomatic relations between France and Korea, from October 24, 2025 to August 29, 2026. This free exhibition presents a unique immersion in Korean art, illustrating the work of 34 artists who blend tradition and innovation through the power of color.

Free exhibition by Christian Lapie at the Domaine de Saint Cloud

Un temps infini, Christian Lapie's free exhibition at the Domaine National de Saint-Cloud in Hauts-de-Seine, France, unveils fifteen monumental sculptures on a 460-hectare site. This contemporary art trail runs from September 12, 2025 to September 30, 2026.

Onigami, the first Japanese onigirazus restaurant Paris 10th arrondissement

Head for Paris's 10th arrondissement to discover Onigami, the very first Parisian restaurant entirely dedicated to onigirazus. Open since July 2025, this new street food counter revisits the Japanese sandwich. We tested it and tell you all about it.

Claye-Souilly: funfair and free water sports from August 22 to 27, 2025

Water sports and funfair await you in Claye-Souilly from August 22 to 27, 2025. The "Terre de Brie au bord de l'eau" event offers kayaking, pedal-boating and rides free of charge along the Canal de l'Ourcq in Seine-et-Marne, making it an event not to be missed.