Spring of Poets 2026: A Poetic Siesta at the Claude Lévi-Strauss Library in Paris

Established in 1999 by France’s Ministry of Culture, the event has since gained international recognition. Today, the Printemps des Poètes is celebrated across Europe and beyond — in China, the United States, Canada, Ecuador, Mozambique, Senegal, India, and more. This major international cultural event shines a spotlight on poetry in all its diverse forms.

This event is making a comeback for a new edition, running from March 9 to March 31, 2026. Across Paris and the Île-de-France region, audiences can enjoy a variety of activities, including literary workshops, performances, concerts, and poetry recitals... The world of poetry is very much alive and thriving today!

If you're a poetry enthusiast or an adventurous and curious spirit, don't miss out on a free event happening at the Claude Lévi-Strauss Library on March 28, 2026. The library in Paris's 19th arrondissement invites you to experience a unique poetic journey open to all. The event is free of charge, but it's advisable to arrive early to ensure you get a seat in the library.

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What’s in store for the Poets' Spring at Claude Lévi-Strauss Library in Paris:

• Poetic Nap
  March 28, 2026, at 2:30 PM
  Organized by Les Intempestives
  Open to all
  Free of charge
  Join us for a poetic journey in the form of a literary nap. Comfortable seats will be provided, allowing you to relax as long as you like, while excerpts from texts by Sophie Loizeau and Marina Skalova are played and interpreted by students from the 19th arrondissement conservatory.
  Sophie Loizeau is a French poet and author, known for works such as The Polar Fox Island by To Kirsikka, which earned her the Grand Prix SGDL de poésie in 2025. Her oeuvre, encompassing around fifteen books, is deeply influenced by themes of nature and animals.
  Marina Skalova is a writer and literary translator. Awarded the Prix de la Vocation in poetry, she has authored poetry, plays, and hybrid forms that blur the boundaries between genres and languages.
  This event is part of the contemporary poetry festival Les Intempestives, running from March 20 to 29.

This is sure to shake up your routine and transport you to more magical worlds! The Spring of Poets is taking over every corner of the city — explore our handpicked events you won’t want to miss.

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