Events

Looking to revise your English and have a good laugh in the process? Then don’t miss the Olivier Giraud stand-up routine on the “”Parisian Jungle””, all in English: How to become Parisian in one hour? The showman takes to the stage at the Théâtre des Nouveautés as he openly mocks the Parisians and their behaviour! Shopping, stores, restaurants, taxis, the metro, nightclubs, bars… nothing is off limits! But it’s all in light-hearted jest! Because before actor and comedian, Olivier Giraud is first and foremost… Parisian! What better than a real Parisian to tease our well-loved Capital? Hurry and get your […]

Everyone in the saddle for the Grand Prix de Saint-Cloud event which takes place on 29 June! The Parisian sporting event with horse races and free entertainment the order of the day! The biggest French and international race champions will be in attendance for a spectacular equestrian event! This year’s schedule includes nine flat races, which will prove decisive for the horse racing prospects of participants competing this year! And young ones can amuse themselves with a fun and educational pathway to initiate them into the world of horse racing. Pony rides and and a merry-go-round complete the entertainment. For […]

Film is the theme this summer, with the tenth “”Films under the Stars”” (Films sous les étoiles) Festival! To celebrate four hundred years since the birth of André le Nôtre, the gardener behind the incredible Domaine national de Saint-Cloud, three days of outdoor film showings have been organised between 27 and 29 June! The Festival is co-organised by the French national monuments centre and the Cœur de Seine urban community. Short films and feature films will take you on a journey through gardens, open spaces and extraordinary landscapes: Avatar, Le Jardin and Delusions of Grandeur are just some of the […]

This year, 28 June will play host to the famous march for tolerance and freedom for all, also known as Gay Pride! This walk is well known for celebrating the rights and pride of all individuals! There will be a party atmosphere with music, dance and spectacle throughout the day! Events will begin at 2 pm at Luxembourg metro and participants will follow a path that will take in Paris’ biggest boulevards and squares including Boulevard Saint-Michel, Boulevard Saint Germain, Pont de Sully (money collection point), Boulevard Henri IV, Place de la Bastille, Boulevard Beaumarchais, Boulevard des Filles du Calvaire, […]

Paris has been treating you to summer music festivals for 15 years now, with the craziness factor steadily ramped up! And this year is no different as the capital presents the “”Solidays”” festival for the 16th year running, in partnership with the “”Solidarité Sida”” association. The Solidays is three full days of rock and electro fun at the Longchamp Racecourse! Three days to party through the night, treat yourself at the restaurant stands as you sample flavours from around the world, and enjoy an adrenaline boost with the rides and activities! Solidays is also more than 3000 volunteers from around […]

Did you miss the Cannes Film Festival? Don’t panic, we have an almost identical event for you! From 5 to 12 July 2014, Paris will play host to the Paris Cinema Festival for the 12th year running! Every evening, two or more films will be previewed at the Gaumont Opéra Capucines (9th arrondissement) and the Louxor-Palais du Cinéma (10th arrondissement). This is the chance to see films that may be shown at the next Cannes Film Festival, alongside lesser-known films that deserve a share of the spotlight! But that is not all! In the Marais, the Nouveau Latina cinema (4th […]

The 70th anniversary of the D-Day invasion is already on the minds of many people. This is owing to the fact that it will commemorate one of the most important moments in American military history. There will be some major events that will highlight the importance that the event held in the lives of people involved. As expected, there will be some important political discussions that will take place around this anniversary event as well. President Obama has opted to make an appearance in Normandy for the 70th anniversary event. He made an appearance for the 65th anniversary as well, […]

Paris awakens once again to celebrate the 2014 Fête de la Musique in due style! If you happen to be in Paris in June, you can’t miss the festivities on 21 June for the 33rd edition of music celebration! The main theme this year is URBAN music! Musicians from all backgrounds will invade the capital with one word in mind: MUSIC! All concerts are free and open to the public. Come and share in the cultural explosion that will turn the streets of Paris into a musical tour of the world! Some of the highlights Paris 3rd: Daniel Lemma at […]

The famous tennis tournament, the French Open, has started this sunday. In France, it is also known as the Roland Garros tournament – but where did it all begin? The Roland Garros became the latest addition to the round of Grand Slam tournaments when it began accepting international players in 1925. It started out as the ‘French Internationals’, but three years later it was renamed after the Roland Garros Stadium where the event would take place from then on. The Roland Garros tournament is played on a clay court and has become an unmissable event in the Paris calendar. But […]

Ever had visions of great cuisine while watching TopChef and MasterChef? Then this event is for you! From 14 to 25 May 2014, IKEA is organising its #CUISINEBOX: the very first self-help kitchens in town! The idea is simple: 1) Book at one of the three available venues at Pont des Invalides, Théâtre du Châtelet or on the rooftop of the Docks-Cité de la Mode et du design 2) Go buy your ingredients 3) Come and cook up the meal of your choice! With feet in the water or head in the clouds, these workshops will delight big and small […]