Women's rights day guide

International Women's Rights Day 2026: A Look Back at the Feminist March Through Paris on March 8

On the occasion of International Women's Rights Day, this Sunday, March 8, 2026, the Feminist Strike Collective and several unions are urging people nationwide to strike and participate in protests against gender inequalities. In Paris, the march will kick off from Place de la Bataille de Stalingrad. Here’s what you need to know!

International Women's Day: In Her Room, a free collective exhibition in Paris

As part of International Women's Day celebrations, a complimentary exhibition will be open to visitors from March 5 to 15, 2026, in Paris. Through the lens of intimacy and seen through the eyes of various artists from the LGBTQIA+ community, "In Her Room" aims to tell a heartfelt story of self-discovery and the quest for personal freedom.

Motorcycle parade in Paris for International Women's Rights Day: FFMC highlights the achievements of female riders

On the occasion of International Women's Rights Day, the French Federation of Angry Bikers (FFMC) is organizing a motorcycle parade in Paris on Sunday, March 8, 2026. The rally will gather at 2 p.m. on Avenue Foch, at Porte Dauphine. Open to everyone, this Parisian procession will feature women motorcyclists leading the parade through the French capital.

The Palace of Versailles lights up in violet to mark International Women's Rights Day 2026

For International Women's Day, the Palace of Versailles is celebrating women with a series of guided tours and a violet illumination of the château. The festivities will run until March 8, 2026.

Street Art: 45 Artists Transform a 20th Arrondissement Shelter for International Women's Day

On International Women's Rights Day, 45 artists from the Les Bombasphères collective will transform and elevate the entrance to the Cristino Garcia shelter. Join us in the 20th arrondissement of Paris on Sunday, March 8, 2026, to experience this unique event free of charge.

March 8: A socially engaged festival featuring free workshops and an immersive show arrives at La Nouvelle Seine

On the occasion of International Women's Day, the impactful festival "Plus Fort.es Ensemble" takes over La Nouvelle Seine from March 7 to 15, 2026, for its second edition, proudly sponsored by Marlène Schaff, coach on Star Academy. The event features free workshops and the highly anticipated return of the immersive show "Donne moi ta force."

Be rebellious and stay true to yourself! : Free textile workshops at Cité Maraichère for International Women's Day

On the occasion of International Women's Rights Day, la Cité Maraîchère will host the Débordeuses collective from March 6th to 8th, 2026, for a free eco-feminist festival. Featuring workshops in rebellious embroidery, upcycled fashion, and committed brunches, this event encourages reinterpretation of textile arts to challenge the societal expectations placed on women.

International Women's Rights Day 2026: Queens and Princesses at Saint-Denis Basilica

On International Women's Day, March 8, 2026, the Basilica of Saint-Denis will once again open its doors to offer a special guided tour exploring the lives of the princesses and queens — powerful women — buried within its walls.

Sine Qua Non Run 2026: a charity race committed to fighting gender-based violence

The Sine Qua Non Run, a race organized to combat gender-based and sexual violence, will take place on Saturday, March 28, 2026, starting from Place de la République. All proceeds will be donated to organizations working to fight this serious issue.

Les Sportives en Lumière: a documentary film festival on women's sport at cinema le Méliès

For the third time, the "Les Sportives en Lumière" festival takes place at the Méliès cinema in Montreuil, to highlight women's sport through a number of documentaries directed by women.

Women's Rights Day: demonstrations planned in Île-de-France on March 8

This March 8, 2025, several demonstrations and rallies are planned in the Île-de-France region, for International Women's Rights Day.

The original and free Remarkable Women trail in Saint-Germain-en-Laye, Yvelines

Saint-Germain-en-Laye (Yvelines, France) is organizing an original trail to mark International Women's Rights Day. Starting on March 8, 2025, visitors will be able to discover the women who have left their mark on the town's history on a 5 km walk. Open to all, this itinerary passes through emblematic sites and highlights influential female figures, both historical and contemporary.

March 8: a ceremony at Fort de Romainville in memory of women members of the Resistance and deportees

Saturday March 8 marks International Women's Rights Day. To mark the occasion, a ceremony has been organized at the Fort de Romainville.

Women's Rights Day: guided tour and show at the Musée d'art et d'histoire Paul Eluard

To mark International Women's Rights Day, the Musée d'art et d'histoire Paul Eluard is spotlighting inspiring female figures, with a guided tour and show.

Women's Rights Day 2025: feminist programming at Communale and Ground Control

From March 4 to 9, 2025, La Communale and Ground Control celebrate International Women's Rights Day with a week of feminist events and activities, many of them free.

Women's Rights Day 2025: the Race for Equality in the Parc des Buttes-Chaumont

The Race for Equality returns to Paris for its 10th edition to mark International Women's Rights Day. See you on March 8, 2025 in the Parc des Buttes-Chaumont!

La petite Valdoisienne: the colorful race for Women's Rights Day in Eaubonne (95)

To celebrate International Women's Rights Day, the Val d'Oise is organizing a colorful, free race open to all on Saturday, March 8, 2025, in Eaubonne.

The International Women's Rights Day Run at Jardins d'Eole

To celebrate International Women's Rights Day, the Arènes et Stades association is organizing a foot race on March 8, 2025, at the Jardins d'Eole, with three distances accessible to all!

International Women's Day: Palais de la Femme celebrates March 8th!

To mark International Women's Rights Day, the Palais de la Femme is organizing a festive, feminist and supportive event in honor of women & their diversity, and in support of the social actions of Palais de la Femme workers. Put on your roller skates and come along to the Roller Dance from 4pm to 9pm!

Pop Meufs: March's feminist festival at the Pavillon des Canaux

From March 1 to 31, 2025, the Pavillon des Canaux hosts Pop Meufs, a free festival focusing on feminist struggles. Exhibitions, round tables... a multidisciplinary program awaits you to exchange, share and celebrate women.