As summer approaches, the Rendez-vous aux jardins offers a wonderful opportunity to rediscover the city through its green oases. Sponsored by the Ministry of Culture, this event invites the public to explore gardens, parks, and scenic landscapes across France and beyond, celebrating the richness of living heritage, gardening know-how, and the simple joy of curious wandering. This year, the Rendez-vous aux jardins will take place from June 5 to 7, 2026, and in Île-de-France, numerous green havens open their doors with an exciting lineup of activities and events for visitors to enjoy.
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Le Shakirail, an artist residency, a cultural venue and art studios in the 18th arrondissement.
Marx Dormoy district, Shakirail has been based since 2011 in former SNCF premises, with the aim of fostering and promoting artistic creation. [Read more]
In Paris, Shakirail is gearing up to take part in this year's edition. Located in the 18th arrondissement, this cultural and community-focused space, run by the Curry Vavart collective, pulses throughout the year with a diverse program of events, workshops, and creative activities that make it a vibrant hub of activity. Its green installations are highlighted for the occasion: including , a green theater, hives, and an
Bordering the tracks of the Gare de l'Est, the Shakirail Gardens offer a sweeping view of the Orgues de Flandres neighborhood and place visitors in a vivid example of nature in the urban landscape.
For the event "Around Role-Playing Games," Shakirail opens its outdoor spaces to a self-guided visit: the collective gardens, the Theatre of Verdure, the apiary and the orchard, along with an introduction to the site's wildlife and wild flora, and the fruit trees and plants cultivated in the orchard and gardens.
It will also be an opportunity for the public to hear an overview of the city's Jardin Relais scheme, which benefits Shakirail, the venue's activities, the Curry Vavart / AGETA association and its neighborhood outreach (collective gardens, educational workshops, AMAP, etc.), as well as the outdoor-space improvements made to enhance the gardens and foster biodiversity.
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Dates and Opening Time
From June 6, 2026 to June 7, 2026
Location
The Shakirail
72 Rue Riquet
75018 Paris 18
Official website
shakirail.curry-vavart.com
Le Shakirail, an artist residency, a cultural venue and art studios in the 18th arrondissement.
