Workshops

Le Festival de la Récup' : ateliers créatifs gratuits et vente solidaire à Montreuil (93) The Upcycling Festival: free creative workshops and charity sale in Montreuil (93)

The Upcycling Festival brings together Île-de-France’s repair shops and recycling centers for a weekend in Montreuil, on September 26–27, 2026. Head to La Venelle to enjoy a major solidarity sale, plenty of free creative workshops, and a range of shows and activities.

Science Festival 2026: The lineup of activities at Saint-Louis Hospital in Paris

The 2026 Science Festival lands at Saint-Louis Hospital in the 10th arrondissement: to mark the occasion, a host of activities are planned to unveil the behind-the-scenes life of this iconic Parisian hospital to the public.

Science Festival 2026: comparative anatomy, bone dating techniques, and geology in Paris Cité

From October 8 to 10, 2026, Université Paris Cité will take part in the Fête de la Science through a program organized by the Institut de physique du globe de Paris (IPGP). Workshops, encounters with researchers, demonstrations, and lectures are on offer to bring the Earth and environmental sciences—and the universe—to the general public. Admission is free.

Salon Zen Paris from September 24 to 28, 2026 at Espace Champerret (17th arrondissement of Paris)

The Zen Salon returns to Espace Champerret in Paris, from September 24 to 28, 2026, with nearly 300 exhibitors, 160 sessions, and five thematic spaces. Download your free ticket!

Heritage Days 2026: Discover the stunning Château de Neuville (78) during guided tours

During the 2026 Heritage Days, the Château de Neuville, located in Gambais in the Yvelines (78), opens its doors for exceptional guided tours on Sunday, September 20. If you’re after a cultural escape, this is the perfect plan you’ve been waiting for! Ready to discover this treasure of Yvelines heritage?

Île-de-France celebrates theater 2026: the free festival marks its tenth anniversary.

From July 3 to August 5, 2026, Île-de-France celebrates theater, marking its 10th edition on the leisure islands of Créteil, Port aux Cerises, and Cergy-Pontoise with free performances of circus, dance, theatre, and puppetry.

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The Wool Festival 2026: A Celebration of Textile Arts with Workshops and Performances in Malakoff

Come explore the craftsmanship of French embroiderers, wool workers, and dyers at the Festival of Wool, a celebration of textile arts. Join us for beginner workshops on February 14 and 15, 2026, in Malakoff.

Paris: Cyanotype workshop with Mathilde Pinon at Café QJ

The QJ Café, located in the 1st arrondissement of Paris, is hosting a cyanotype workshop led by artist Mathilde Pinon. Open to everyone and free of any material requirements, it’s a perfect chance to explore a different side of creativity. Mark your calendar for Saturday, February 7, 2026, and join us for an inspiring, off-the-beaten-path morning!

The charming 2025 Christmas Market in a suite at the Hôtel de Crillon, last day - our photos

The Hôtel de Crillon invites you to the second edition of its Christmas Market on the weekend of November 29-30, 2025. During these two magical days, the palace will host a beautiful selection of trendy designer brands for women and children to inspire your Christmas shopping, complemented by workshops and tastings, all in a dream setting!

Christmas 2025: a DIY decoration workshop at the André Malraux Library

Take part in a free Christmas workshop in Paris on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, at the André Malraux Library: creative crafts, DIY decorations, and handmade gifts to make with family or friends, starting at 3 p.m.

Christmas 2025: Christmas tree decorating workshop at the Georges Brassens Library in the 14th arrondissement

The Georges Brassens library, located in Paris's 14th arrondissement, is offering a free Christmas decoration workshop for children and families on December 10, 2025. This is an opportunity to make a personalized tree decoration and contribute to the collective decoration of the library, in a friendly and festive atmosphere.

Salon Idées Japon 2025: the Japanese Christmas market opens at the Bastille Design Center this weekend.

From November 21 to 23, 2025, the Salon Idées Japon will be setting up shop at the Bastille Design Center in the 11th arrondissement. Sixty Franco-Japanese designers, 19 workshops, and 12 conferences will take over the 670 m² of this historic venue, with free admission. So make the most of it!

Brazil-France 2025 season: Joga Bonito Assia! at the Assia Djebar Library

The Assia Djebar library celebrates popular Brazil, on the occasion of the Brazil-France 2025 Season, with its Joga Bonito Assia! festival, from May 14 to 24, 2025. A committed program combining workshops, meetings, exhibitions, cinema and samba, to bring together Brazilian stories and the realities of Parisian neighborhoods.

2024 Christmas craft market and creative workshops by Wecandoo

Join us on December 7 and 8, 2024 to stroll through the Wecandoo Christmas market and take part in the weekend's many creative workshops, to find original gifts or make them yourself!

Wellness and Sharing Day: garage sale, workshops and tombola!

L'Atelier Cognacq-Jay is organizing its Journée Mieux Être et Partage on Saturday October 26 at Place Saint Sulpice in the 6th arrondissement. Discover activities that will do you good, and hunt for nuggets at a charity garage sale!

Discover the secrets of porcelain or the art of table decoration at Institut Bernardaud

Want to learn all about the French art of living? The Institut Bernardaud offers workshops and lectures with unusual and historical anecdotes, ideal for showing off in society!

Inspirations Végétales at Montrouge 2024, a free festival of plants and urban agriculture

On the weekend of June 1 and 2, 2024, head to Montrouge for a new edition of Inspirations Végétales, the festive event dedicated to green living and urban agriculture. It's an opportunity to learn more about the latest trends in greening and urban agriculture, shop for plants and entertain your little ones!

Fête des Saveurs en Plaine 2024 in Montesson (78): local produce market, flowers and workshops

The Fête des Saveurs en Plaine is coming to the Parc départemental de la Boucle de Montesson (78) for its 3rd edition! Coupled with the town's Festival de la Terre, the event takes place on Sunday, May 5, 2024, with a fresh produce and crafts market, a flower market, workshops and even a show!

Le Goût de M Festival & its renowned guests: fashion, design, gastronomy, culture

Le Monde launches the 1st edition of its new cultural festival: "Le Goût de M Festival" in Paris! On March 23 and 24, 2024, head to the École Duperré, in the heart of the Marais district, to enjoy workshops, concerts and photo shoots in the company of renowned artists such as Simon Porte Jacquemus and Géraldine Nakache. Online ticketing opens on March 1, so don't miss out!