For theweekend of Friday, April 26, Saturday, April 27 and Sunday, April 28, 2024, it's time to get out and about in the fresh air of Paris and the Île-de-France region, but also to enjoy cultural and gourmet outings. Discover the latest news, as well as restaurants for lunch and dinner, exhibitions to marvel at, concerts, festivals and parties to dance and gesticulate, films to thrill, and family or sports outings to get away from it all in Paris and the Ile-de-France region.
There's plenty to do this weekend: an urban art fair, an art and sport exhibition at the Louvre, a new edition of the Paris Fan Festival, the return of the Salon Vélo in Paris, a festive cruise on the Seine, basketball and a fabric flea market.... In short, you're sure to find what you're looking for in this selection of Paris outings!
So, what are we doing this weekend ? Here are the best ideas for keeping busy in Paris and the Île-de-France region over the weekend of April 26, 27 and 28, 2024.
Urban Art Fair 2024: the Street Art Fair unveils at Carreau du Temple, our photos
The Carreau du Temple hosts the eighth edition of the international urban art fair: the Urban Art Fair. From April 25 to 28, 2024, street-art enthusiasts won't want to miss this event, which brings together the best of international urban art in a single venue. [Read more]
Olympism, a modern invention: the exhibition between art and sport at the Musée du Louvre, our photos
The Musée du Louvre is gearing up for the Olympic Games, with a brand-new, sporting exhibition. From April 24 to September 16, 2024, discover "Olympism, a modern invention, an ancient heritage". [Read more]
Bobbi Brown Le Marais reopens with a week of entertainment!
Bobbi Brown Le Marais reopens its doors this April with a week full of surprises, including free beauty treatments, gifts and a meeting with make-up artist Laura Jubin, in an eclectic atmosphere! [Read more]
L'enfance du design: an exhibition of nostalgia and design at the Centre Pompidou
The Centre Pompidou looks at furniture and objects created for children in the 20th century, in a design exhibition to be discovered from April 25 to August 12, 2024. [Read more]
The Fountain of the Innocents: the Musée Carnavalet's historical and artistic exhibition - photos
The Musée Carnavalet is devoting an exhibition to the history of the Fountain of the Innocents and its creator, on view from April 24 to August 25, 2024. [Read more]
La Peintinoire: a former skating rink transformed into an ephemeral urban art museum (95)
Calling all street art fans! La Peintinoire is reopening its doors to the general public one Saturday a month! Head for the town of Cergy, in the Val-d'Oise region, to discover this former skating rink transformed into an ephemeral urban art museum, free of charge, before it disappears. Next opening? Saturday, April 27, 2024. [Read more]
Paris Fan Festival 2024, comics, manga and Korean village on the programme, the guests
Pop culture fans, this festival is for you! Between exhibitions and animations, meet your favorite movie and video game heroes at the Paris Fan Festival, April 27 and 28, 2024, at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles. [Read more]
Salon Vélo in Paris 2024 at the Parc Floral, numerous events on the programme
Let's all hop on a bike and head to the Vélo in Paris trade show, at the Parc Floral, from April 27 to 29, 2024. Come and discover the latest trends in the world of cycling, and take part in a host of events! [Read more]
Sabay Festival 2024: Cambodian New Year at the Grande Pagode de Vincennes with street food and entertainment
Celebrate the Cambodian New Year at the Sabay Festival at the Grande Pagode de Vincennes on Saturday April 27 and Sunday April 28, 2024. On the program: live entertainment, street food and more. With free admission, this festival is sure to take you on a voyage of discovery! [Read more]
The Luminiscence show with immersive concert for a musical immersion in the monumental Saint-Eustache building
The immersive Luminiscence show continues in May with a series of exceptional concerts in the monumental Saint-Eustache church! [Read more]
Esprit Jardin, the free plant festival of Versailles 2024, program
Esprit Jardin celebrates the Fête des Plantes de Versailles on April 27 and 28, 2024. On the program: plant and equipment sales, workshops, entertainment, shows and much more with free admission. [Read more]
Disco Disco, a festive cruise on the Seine in Paris to dance until dawn
As the sunny days return to the capital, so do the festive cruises in Paris! This Saturday, April 27, 2024, the Disco Disco party takes over the River's King barge in the 5th arrondissement, taking us on a cruise to the rhythm of sounds from the 70s to the present day, during which we get in the mood to the max before meeting back at the quayside to continue the party into the wee hours. [Read more]
Laho: the Parisian rooftop with a sublime view is back!
Laho, Paris's rooftop restaurant at Gare de Lyon, with its breathtaking 360-degree views, is back for sunny days this April 26, 2024. We're off to find this splendid spot just a stone's throw from Gare de Lyon, with its verdant setting, unique sunset and gourmet menu... all perched 60 meters high! [Read more]
The AOP Festival food & culture returns to Le Centquatre this weekend
Sponsored - The PDO Festival is the 2024 event dedicated exclusively to France's 51 Protected Designation of Origin cheeses, butters and creams! Production secrets, tastings, discovery of PDO producers' know-how and demonstrations are on the program, to the rhythm of culinary and musical shows. [Read more]
Color Obstacle Rush Paris 2024 at Île de loisirs de Jablines-Annet (77)
Are you up for a colorful and fun obstacle course? Head for the Ile de loisirs de Jablines-Annet, in Seine-et-Marne, on Saturday April 27 for the Color Obstacle Rush Paris 2024! [Read more]
French Basketball Cup 2024 finals at Paris' Accor Arena
Basketball fans, don't miss the French Basketball Cup finals on April 26 and 27, 2024 at the Accor Arena in Paris. The battle will be fierce! [Read more]
Les Puces de Couturières 2024, the flea market for fabrics and haberdashery, arrives in Fontenay-Trésigny (77)
The Puces de Couturières return to Fontenay-Trésigny (77) for their 11th edition! On April 28, 2024, the Salle des Fêtes of this charming town in Seine-et-Marne will welcome more exhibitors of fabrics and haberdashery of all kinds. A great opportunity to discover nuggets and share your passion for the handmade! [Read more]
Fête de la librairie 2024: an exclusive book offered by independent booksellers
On the occasion of the Fête de la librairie, April 27, 2024, participating independent booksellers are offering you a brand-new book, created for the occasion and printed in a limited edition of 25,000 copies throughout the Paris region! [Read more]
10 must-visit parks and gardens in Paris and the Ile-de-France region in April
In April, the flowering season is in full swing. Here are 10 must-see parks and gardens in and around Paris in April, featuring wisteria, iris, azaleas and rhododendrons to delight flower lovers. [Read more]
8 superb medieval villages to discover around Paris
Discover medieval villages near Paris? It's entirely possible. The heritage-rich Île-de-France region offers historic escapades that take us back in time. Here's a selection of 8 gems that we've loved, and that we invite you to discover. [Read more]
April 2024 exhibitions: great things to do in Paris and the Ile-de-France region
Looking for a great exhibition in Paris or the Ile-de-France region in April 2024? Let us guide you through the program of new exhibitions, and enjoy some great discoveries in this beautiful spring month! [Read more]
Free exhibitions to see in April 2024 in Paris and the Ile-de-France region
Pic-and-pic-and-collegram... It's not easy to choose the right outing to brighten up our month of April 2024. Fortunately, we've put together a short list of free exhibitions to see this month, so you're guaranteed a good time! [Read more]
Flea markets and garage sales in Paris on the weekend of April 27-28, 2024
Are you interested in flea markets, garage sales and ephemeral markets in Paris? Then check out the list of bargain-hunting opportunities on the weekend of April 27-28, 2024 in Paris! [Read more]
The best brunches in Paris: our favorite addresses
Sunday brunch has become a must for Parisians and tourists visiting the capital. And to help you find THE perfect spot to tantalize your taste buds, the editorial team has put together a guide to the best brunches in Paris. So, friends, why not book your Sunday? [Read more]
Back to Black, the biopic about Amy Winehouse: Our opinion and the trailer
Marisa Abela plays Amy Winehouse in Sam Taylor-Johnson's new film. Entitled "Back to Black", in reference to the legendary album by the British singer who died in 2011, the biopic opens in French cinemas on Wednesday April 24, 2024. Discover our review and the film's trailer. [Read more]
Première affaire, thriller by Victoria Musiedlak starring Noée Abita: trailer
Première Affaire, a poignant drama by Victoria Musiedlak starring Noée Abita, Anders Danielsen Lie and Alexis Neises, plunges into the challenges of a young lawyer. Available in cinemas from April 24, 2024. [Read more]
Challengers by Luca Guadagnino with Zendaya, Mike Faist and Josh O'Connor: Our opinion
Challengers, Luca Guadagnino's new romantic drama featuring a love triangle between Zendaya, Mike Faist and Josh O'Connor, set against the backdrop of a tennis match, opens in cinemas on April 24, 2024. [Read more]
Netflix: new films and series for April 2024
Netflix subscribers, a new month means new content! And to find out what's in store for you, let's discover together the calendar of new films and series for April 2024. [Read more]
Prime Video: new Amazon Originals and Exclusive films and series in April 2024
April 2024 promises a wealth of new discoveries on Prime Video, with previously unseen Amazon Originals and Exclusives, and plenty of other surprises. [Read more]
Disney+: new films and series for April 2024
Discover the new films and series for April 2024 on Disney+, for a magical spring! [Read more]
Unusual visit: Relive the construction of the Eiffel Tower in VR!
Looking for an unusual way to visit the Eiffel Tower? Take an immersive virtual reality tour at the foot of the Iron Lady and immerse yourself in its history, during the 1889 Universal Exhibition. Take advantage of an Easter vacation PROMO CODE. [Read more]
An evening with the Impressionists: we tried out the virtual reality experience at the Musée d'Orsay
Un soir avec les impressionnistes - Paris 1874 is the virtual reality experience offered by the Musée d'Orsay from March 26 to August 11, 2024, to mark the 150th anniversary of the first Impressionist exhibition. Relive this very first exhibition in Nadar's studio, meet legendary artists such as Monet and Renoir, and immerse yourself in 19th-century Paris. We've tried it, we'll tell you! [Read more]
Boom Boom Villette: we tested the first Food & Leisure Market in the heart of La Villette
Boom Boom Villette is France's first Food & Leisure Market, taking the place of Vill'Up at La Villette, and offering a wide range of restaurants and leisure establishments. We tried out the food section, and tell you all about it! [Read more]
Nikito Domus: our test of the immersive leisure space in Rosny-sous-Bois
Looking for some family fun? Head for Nikito Domus, in Rosny-sous-Bois, an indoor leisure space that opened its doors on April 6, 2024. This 10,000 m² complex offers a unique immersive leisure experience near Paris. From bowling and electric karting to virtual reality and live entertainment, Nikito Domus is THE new place to be for an afternoon of fun! We've tested it, we'll tell you about it... [Read more]
Tutankhamun, the 3000 m² Pharaonic immersive experience is extended in Paris
Tutankhamun, the Pharaonic immersive experience, unveils. We're off to experience a unique adventure, a playful escape game and a 3,000 m² exhibition in Paris, designed by the team behind the Ramses and Tutankhamun exhibitions at La Villette, until June 30, 2024. [Read more]
Science Expériences, the ideal family outing for the Easter vacations
Science Expériences is a unique concept combining museum and amusement park to bring science to life for children. With scientific experiments, virtual reality and video mapping, it uses the latest technologies to bring science to life for children... [Read more]
Seven Squares: we tested the new indoor leisure space at Boom Boom Villette
Looking for an unprecedented playful adventure in Paris? Head for Seven Squares at Boom Boom Villette, an indoor leisure space that opened its doors on April 4, 2024. From digital bowling to virtual reality, laser tag and interactive mini-golf, this gigantic 5,000m² leisure space promises an immersive experience for gamers, families and children alike... We've been there, we'll tell you all about it! [Read more]
Free Escape Game : The Eure-et-Loir is back at Ground Control!
Sponsored - Because 2 is never the same as 3, the Eure-et-Loir is coming to the heart of Paris with "Escape toi de Paris", taking over Ground Control for 3 days for the second year running! Discover a free escape game to find out more about Eure-et-Loir! [Read more]
Eternelle Notre-Dame: our verdict on the immersive historical experience in virtual reality
Notre-Dame de Paris as you've never seen it before: discover the immersive virtual reality experience "Eternelle Notre-Dame", an astonishing show that plunges you into the heart of history. First offered at La Défense, it is now also available on the cathedral's forecourt. [Read more]
The Edge: the new virtual reality experience with 4D sensations in Paris - Promo Code
THE EDGE opens a monumental space dedicated to new-generation virtual reality. Experience 4D VR in the heart of Paris: surreal physical sensations guaranteed! [Read more]
RAPTOR Project: our review of The Escape Lab's dinosaur escape game
Looking for a unique escape game experience in Paris? Discover RAPTOR Project, The Escape Lab's ultra-immersive escape game that literally plunges you into Jurassic Park! Immerse yourself in a captivating post-apocalyptic universe and test your thinking skills as you attempt to survive life-like dinosaurs... We've tested it, we'll tell you about it! [Read more]
What to do in Paris this weekend with the kids, April 27 and 28, 2024
What's on this weekend in Paris with the family and kids? This weekend, April 27 and 28, 2024, we'll be taking advantage of all the great things to do and see in Paris! On this weekend's program: some great cultural and fun outings! [Read more]
Nuit des Musées 2024 at the Musée Bourdelle in Paris: the program for this nocturne
For Nuit des Musées 2024, the Musée Bourdelle invites the curious to discover the work of sculptor Antoine Bourdelle during an exceptional nocturne this Saturday, May 18, 2024. [Read more]
Nuit Blanche 2024: Carnival and skateboarding liven up the Parvis de l'Hôtel de Ville (75)
Once again, the Parvis de l'Hôtel de Ville is the place to be for Nuit Blanche. On Saturday June 1, 2024, take a trip to the heart of the capital to discover the various performances organized for the occasion. [Read more]
Mother's Day 2024 in Paris: Ideas for dining out with Mum
Mother's Day takes place this year on Sunday, May 26, 2024 in France. Looking for a good restaurant to go to with Mum? Here's our pick of the best restaurants in Paris and the Ile-de-France region. [Read more]
Star Wars Day 2024: celebrate May the 4th, the program in Paris and the Ile-de-France region
Star Wars fans are gathering for May the 4th, the worldwide day dedicated to the space saga created by George Lucas, on May 4, 2024. The event invites fans of the saga to discover a wide range of activities in Paris and the Ile-de-France region. We take a look at the activities and other experiences around the franchise organized for the occasion! [Read more]
Unusual: take part in a soapbox race near Fontainebleau on May 19, 2024
On May 19, 2024, get ready for an unusual race in Fontainebleau (77): welcome to the traditional Chartrettes soapbox race, 2024 edition! [Read more]
We take a look at the latest news:
La Fête du Sport à Sartrouville, a day of free sports activities in the Yvelines (78)
The Fête du Sport is coming to Sartrouville (78)! On April 28, 2024, head to Parc Youri-Gagarine for a day of free, fun-filled sporting events. With over 20 associations and the presence of former Olympic champion Guillaume Chaine, the atmosphere is guaranteed! [Read more]
Les rendez-vous de la Madeleine, re-enactment weekends at the château de la Madeleine - photos
Les rendez-vous de la Madeleine are back from these April 27 and 28, 2024. Head for the Château de la Madeleine in Chevreuse, where we invite you to relive medieval life, free of charge, over 4 lively weekends from late April to October. [Read more]
Paris 2024: 17 metro stations closed a week before the opening ceremony
Decidedly, don't plan to travel too close to the Seine, around the opening ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, as 17 metro and RER stations will be closed from July 18! [Read more]
The best baguette in Paris 2024 can be found in the 11th arrondissement, and guess where?
We reveal where the best baguette in Paris 2024 can be found! This year, it's in the 11ᵉ arrondissement of Paris that you'll have to go to taste the capital's best baguette. The annual competition for the best baguette in Paris returned its verdict this Thursday, April 25, and we tell you all about it. [Read more]
Shopping tip: two new Action stores open in Paris!
Good news for bargain-hunting Parisians! Two new Action stores are coming to the capital. The first opened in the 19th arrondissement at the end of 2023, followed by another in the 15th arrondissement this Saturday, April 27, 2024. Action, recently voted France's favorite retailer, has no intention of stopping there, and is continuing its expansion in the City of Light, with products at unbeatable prices! [Read more]
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From April 26th, 2024 to April 28th, 2024
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