This guide prioritizes dated outings and the hottest deals of the moment. For a fuller view of the schedule, also consult our guide to Paris outings on Saturday, August 29, 2026.
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Back to Hogwarts: more details on the free event at the Château de Versailles and its registration date
Celebrate “Back to Hogwarts”—the marquee annual gathering that brings Harry Potter fans together. For this highly anticipated edition, set for August 29, 2026, an iconic château lends itself to the occasion: by day, in the Orangery of the Palace of Versailles, Potterheads will converge for a free event that requires registration. [Read more]
The Grape Festival 2026 in Vauhallan (Essonne): local producers, wine tastings and live music
On Saturday, August 29, 2026, the town of Vauhallan will celebrate the vine at the 4th edition of its Grape Festival. On the program? Free activities for everyone and a grand celebration centered on vine cultivation. [Read more]
Saint-Mammès Night Market (77): artisans, producers and live music along the quays — the date
In Saint-Mammès, the nocturnal market has a vacation vibe by the Seine. Mark your calendar for Saturday, August 29, 2026, to wander among artisans, producers and culinary treats in this former mariner’s town on the Seine in Seine-et-Marne (77). [Read more]
Yvelines: free distribution of school supplies with no strings attached and free haircuts
Free school supplies, no questions asked, await families in Mantes-la-Ville (Yvelines), where the Ensemble association is holding its back-to-school distribution at Parc de la Vallée this Saturday, August 29, 2026. Between free haircuts and fun activities, it’s the go-to plan not to miss when money is tight—here’s everything you need to know. [Read more]
La (End of) Summer Party d'Absolème : l'aprèm good vibes de fin d'été
La (End of) Summer Party by Absolème: the afternoon of good vibes at the end of summer
Sponsored - On Saturday, August 29, Absolème, the magazine for bold women, is staging its (End of) Summer Party! An exclusive afternoon of sun and sparkle, blending a yoga workshop, a creative workshop, a cocktail-dîner, and music, aboard the Bonnotte Club, a guinguette‑minded barge at the foot of the Eiffel Tower. The last sun-soaked rendezvous before the rentrée. [Read more]
A free fireworks display in Saint-Ouen (93) this August to celebrate the end of summer.
It's the end of the holidays, yes, but certainly not the end of the festivities. After a summer packed with activities and events, we take stock of this summer season in Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine, where the town is hosting a grand fireworks display before the new school year begins. [Read more]
Looking to hunt for bargains in Paris? The flea markets and garage sales for the weekend of August 29–30, 2026.
Flea markets and garage sales take over Paris this weekend. Here are the top spots to hunt for bargains and score great deals on August 29–30, 2026. [Read more]
Chasing bargains in the Paris suburbs: flea markets and garage sales on the weekend of August 29–30, 2026
Want to stock up on finds? The Paris region is hosting several flea markets and garage sales this weekend, on August 29–30, 2026. [Read more]
Transport in Île-de-France: disruptions and roadworks this weekend of August 29–30, 2026
The RATP and SNCF networks are set to experience new disruptions this weekend of August 29–30, 2026. Several RER, Transilien and metro lines will be affected by maintenance work and service interruptions, and here’s everything you need to plan your travel. [Read more]
Hot tip: a mega thrift-store clearance sale is back in Paris at the end of August 2026, everything priced from €1 to a maximum of €10!
More than 10,000 second-hand clothes and accessories, up-and-coming designers, DJ sets and a wave of bargain finds: this big clearance sale is back at the TLM, on August 29 and 30, 2026. [Read more]
Flea markets and garage sales in Seine-et-Marne on August 29–30, 2026 – 77
Seine-et-Marne welcomes around a dozen flea markets and garage sales this final weekend of August, on August 29–30, 2026, with events spread across the entire 77, ranging from village flea markets to summer garage sales. [Read more]
Le Paradox Museum Paris: more than 90 immersive experiences and a Hans & Gretel Café
Paradox Museum offers nearly a hundred immersive experiences—from trompe-l'œil illusions and optical tricks to sensory overhauls—that await visitors in Paris. Get ready to be tricked and to snap surreal photos. Five new interactive installations have just been added to the journey, making it the perfect time to challenge your senses! And as a bonus, a brand-new, ultra-delicious café, Hans & Gretel, is ready to tempt you. [Read more]
Rock en Seine 2026: here is the full lineup by day and the concert times
Rock en Seine is back this week at the Domaine national de Saint-Cloud! The Île-de-France festival invites you to five days of concerts and festivities to be enjoyed on Wednesday 26, Thursday 27, Friday 28, Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 August 2026. On the menu? The Cure, Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds and Tyler, The Creator, but also Deftones, Turnstile, Franz Ferdinand, and Sparks, Kompromat, Clipse, Mogwai, Wolf Alice, Peaches and Lykke Li... A new edition that promises to be especially thrilling! Here is the full daily lineup as well as the concert times! [Read more]
Rock en Seine 2026: 10 acts you won’t want to miss
Rock en Seine gets a new edition! The famed festival returns to the Domaine national de Saint-Cloud from Wednesday, August 26 to Sunday, August 30, 2026, bringing a wave of highly anticipated shows. On the lineup? The Cure, Nick Cave and The Bad Seeds, Amyl and the Sniffers, plus AFI and Ecca Vandal... Here is our pick of 10 artists and bands you won’t want to miss this summer at Rock en Seine. [Read more]
Festival Jazz at La Villette 2026: here is the full day-by-day lineup
Jazz is once again in the spotlight in Paris for the 2026 edition of the Jazz à La Villette festival. This year, the musical event returns to the northeast of the capital from Friday, August 28 to Sunday, September 6. What's on the lineup? Snarky Puppy, Selah Sue, GoGo Penguin, Roberto Fonseca & Vincent Segal, as well as Kokoroko. [Read more]
Rock en Seine 2026: here are the menus devised by the four chefs of the Food Band
This year, Rock en Seine brings four new chefs to tantalize festival-goers’ taste buds from Wednesday, August 26 to Sunday, August 30, 2026. United under the culinary project dubbed “Food Band,” these food lovers will each present a menu specially conceived and crafted for the occasion. [Read more]
Rock en Seine 2026: lineup, timings, and access... here's everything you need to know
Rock en Seine is making its return to the Domaine national de Saint-Cloud on Wednesday 26, Thursday 27, Friday 28, Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 August 2026. Still have a few questions before you go? Lineup, access, times, allowed and prohibited items... here’s everything you need to know before heading to Rock en Seine this year! [Read more]
The Eiffel Tower in virtual reality: relive its construction and the 1889 World's Fair
Discover the immersive virtual reality guided tour of the Eiffel Tower in Paris, brought to you by Viality Tour. Step into the heart of the Champ de Mars and relive the construction and the 1889 inauguration of the Iron Lady. A brand-new version, truer to history than ever, launched on March 31, 2026. To mark the occasion, we have a promo code for you! [Read more]
Metro and RER updates: closures, work, and demonstrations in Paris this Saturday August 29, 2026
In a flash, get all the latest updates on traffic and transportation in Paris, refreshed in real time. Whether it's the Metro, RER, or Transilien services operated by RATP, construction work, ongoing circulation, major events, or demonstrations — we provide all the essential information you need before heading out in Paris this Saturday August 29, 2026. [Read more]
Weather in Paris and Île-de-France: August 24–30 forecast — rain and thunderstorms on the horizon?
The weather in Paris and Île-de-France this week, from August 24 to 30, 2026, looks unsettled. After a warm start to the week, around 28°C, several thunderstorm episodes are possible before a pronounced drop in temperatures on Friday. We take stock. [Read more]
Public transport in Paris and Île-de-France: Metro and RER disruptions from August 24 to 30, 2026
Public transport in Paris and Île-de-France remains disrupted from August 24 to 30, 2026—the last week before the start of the school year—with the RER B still shut in the evenings toward the airport and a major works on the RER C running until September 18, according to RATP and SNCF. Here's what you need to know. [Read more]
End of paper tickets: how to travel when visiting Paris, alternative solutions
Since November 5, 2025, paper tickets have been phased out in stations and train stations in the Paris region. This may be unsettling for travelers passing through the capital. Whether you're a tourist or an occasional visitor, we'll guide you through the different options. Rest assured, between the Passe Navigo Easy, Liberté+, the Île-de-France Mobilités app, and contactless payment on buses, you'll be spoiled for choice when it comes to getting around Paris. Follow the guide to find out which options are the most affordable for your needs. [Read more]
Metro Line 8: République station closed for nine months starting Wednesday.
The coming months look set to be challenging for many riders on Paris's Line 8 metro. From Wednesday, July 22, 2026, République station will no longer be served due to renovation work. [Read more]
The Impressionists' Train: the special train bound for Auvers-sur-Oise is back on weekends.
Impressionism fans, head to Auvers-sur-Oise, a small Île-de-France village cherished by Cézanne and Van Gogh, made easily reachable on weekends by a special SNCF train, less than an hour from the capital! [Read more]
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Dates and Opening Time
On August 29, 2026
