This guide highlights scheduled outings and the hottest deals of the moment. For a fuller view of the calendar, also check out our Friday, August 28, 2026 Paris outings guide.
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Lunar eclipse and the Sturgeon Moon tonight, where and when to see the red Moon.
The partial lunar eclipse blends with the Sturgeon Moon this night of August 27–28, 2026: visible to the naked eye from Île-de-France, the Moon will take on a copper-red tint if the sky clears after the storms. Here's everything you need to know. [Read more]
Conflans-Sainte-Honorine Night Market (78): A stroll among stalls by the Seine — the date
Jewelry, local crafts and a riverside stroll: Conflans-Sainte-Honorine welcomes its artisanal night market on Friday, August 28, 2026. [Read more]
Montmorency Fireworks: New date set for Friday, August 28, 2026.
Montmorency's fireworks, postponed this summer due to the drought, finally has a new date: the Val-d'Oise town has scheduled it for August 28, 2026, with a torch-lit parade and an evening of dancing, free admission. [Read more]
Fête à NeuNeu 2026: a solidarity-driven inauguration for firefighters with an unlimited pass
La Fête à NeuNeu 2026 returns to the Bois de Boulogne in Paris’s 16th arrondissement with a charity launch party this Friday, August 28, with proceeds going to the Paris Fire Brigade’s social welfare initiatives. [Read more]
This Red Cross charity thrift sale in Essonne is waiting for you this weekend.
The French Red Cross's solidarity flea market heads to Étampes in Essonne, on Friday, August 28 and Saturday, August 29, 2026. Second-hand clothing, tableware, books and toys will await bargain hunters, with proceeds supporting the association's local initiatives. [Read more]
Les Silencieuses: a nocturnal music event with headphones on at the Cité des sciences
La Cité des sciences et de l’Industrie is back with its “La Silencieuse,” a music night featuring silent disco— with DJ sets heard through headsets— and includes access to the current exhibitions and fun activities, this Friday, August 28, 2026. [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]
Fête à Neuneu 2026: The funfair returns to the Bois de Boulogne starting this Friday.
La Fête à Neuneu returns to the Bois de Boulogne in Paris, from August 28 to October 11, 2026. Thrill rides, attractions for kids, and free parades bring this back-to-school fair to life, opening with a charity evening in support of the firefighters. [Read more]
Beatles, Mick Jagger, Yves Saint Laurent… a free exhibition in Paris brings together 27 iconic photos.
From the Beatles to Yves Saint Laurent, via Françoise Hardy and Mick Jagger, icons parade at Christie's. The Beautiful Years brings together 27 photographs by Jean-Marie Périer, on view free of charge until August 28, 2026. [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]
Grand Palais: opening hours, prices... everything you need to know about this architectural gem on the Champs-Elysées
Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of the Grand Palais, an architectural gem in the heart of Paris. Discover its captivating history since the 1900 Universal Exhibition and explore its architecture, which blends classicism and Art Nouveau. With over 2 million visitors a year, this iconic building is a landmark of French art and culture. Opening hours, prices, practical information... we've got it all! [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]
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]
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]
Metro and RER updates: closures, work, and demonstrations in Paris this Friday August 28, 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 Friday August 28, 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]
Summer 2026 tramway works: the T1 will be partially interrupted for most of the summer
In addition to the metro and Transilien trains, a few tramways will also be undergoing renovations during the summer, including the T1, which will be closed for most of the summer. [Read more]
RER A: Nation station closed for two months in summer 2026
In order to best assist Paris and Île-de-France public transport users in their future journeys, Île-de-France Mobilités has lifted the veil on the major works to come, particularly the summer works. On the RER A, the Nation station will be closed for two consecutive months, from June 29 to August 30, 2026. [Read more]
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On August 28, 2026
