WeekSpots
A lunchtime conference by the Observatoire social de la Ville de Paris, to understand how data and analyses inform Parisian social policies.
The Communication Mission of the City of Paris Solidarity Department opens its doors: presentation of its professions (graphic designer, communications officer, photographer/videographer, department head) and discussions with the professionals.
A meeting to discover the missions of the City of Paris Children's Rights Mission, its awareness-raising actions and the tools that keep children's rights alive in everyday life.
Visit an Oasis courtyard with the architect who designed it and discover her job: imagining spaces, working with the various professionals and finding solutions to plant greenery in the courtyard, manage water better and improve the children's comfort in the face of intense heat.
Come garden in the educational vegetable garden at Bercy and learn the technical skills suited to the garden's season.
As part of Pink October, a workshop to make flowers out of crepe paper (roses, poppies, cosmos), led by Flora. Advance registration required.
A meeting to discover how renovation, development and maintenance projects for the facilities of the Solidarities department take shape, and the professions that contribute to them.
Twilight of the Gods, the final part of Richard Wagner's The Ring of the Nibelung, in a production by Calixto Bieito, presented by the Paris National Opera.
La Dactylo presents her new collection of aphorisms, "La vie et des nuées de sens" (Life and Clouds of Meaning): an exhibition and a meet-and-greet book signing with the artist, who has been turning public spaces into poetry with stencils since 2018.
The "Paris Sportives" program lets women and teenage girls take part in regular physical activity on sports grounds and in public squares. And it's free!
As part of the "Rendez-vous climat" lecture series, the Bibliothèque publique d'information is holding a discussion on plant-based food: how to cook pulses and other sources of plant protein.
Two indie rock and indie pop concerts at Supersonic: Batbait, a Swiss band, and Cold Beaches, a Paris project led by Sophia Nadia. For an audience of independent rock fans.
An evening of 100% Latin American music: cumbia, salsa, merengue, son, reggaeton. Musicians, singers, dancers or simply the curious, everyone is welcome to play, improvise and share.
Step through the doors of the Ateliers de Paris, a venue dedicated to the crafts, design and fashion: the director reveals what goes on behind the scenes, and designers in residence talk about their craft and their career path.
A fun, interactive experience that puts you in the shoes of a candidate in the City of Paris gardener competition, exploring the practical tests and the recruitment process.
A participatory work session at the Ferme de Paris to learn about running and managing an orchard using agroecology: understanding the plant, pruning principles, safety and tools, then group pruning.
Three indie rock bands take the stage at Supersonic one after another: Marseille (English neo-psychedelic indie rock), Tapage (punk rock from Bagnolet) and Super Leone (rock trio from Angers). An evening for guitar lovers.
The Paris National Opera presents Hamlet, an opera by Ambroise Thomas after Shakespeare, first performed in 1868. Directed by Krzysztof Warlikowski, in a psychoanalytic reading, here given in the version for tenor.
Finojet, a singer-songwriter blending indie and folk, performs a concert in Paris after opening acts around the world.
Oliver Malcolm, a singer, producer and songwriter, presents an eclectic world blending hip-hop, soul, punk and electronic music. He made a name for himself producing for MF Doom, Cee Lo Green and Joey Bada$$.
A 70s rock night with a live tribute and a DJ set, to dance to the rock, hard rock and glam classics of the 1970s. Adults only.
Parisian nurseries open their doors on Saturday mornings for family early-learning activities: free play, musical awakening, visual arts, yoga or parent-child dance. For families with children under 6.
The Villiot nursery opens its doors on Saturday mornings for family early-learning activities: free play, musical awakening, arts and crafts, yoga or parent-child dance. For families with a child under 6 years old.
A philosophy workshop for children aged 8 to 12, inviting them to discuss animals, machines and humans.
A workshop to explore video stores and popular cinemas of the 1990s and 2000s, and to try your hand at screenwriting through fun constraints. For teens and adults aged 15 and up.
A time for prevention, information and awareness-raising about women's health, with committed associations, discussions and screenings. Open to everyone.
A monthly workshop at the Maison du Jardinage et du Compostage to learn, with a master composter, how to manage a composter and use the compost, as well as the composting solutions offered in Paris.
A time for reading, storytelling and nursery rhymes for toddlers and children, with nature-themed stories for the older ones.
As part of the Rentrée des Cultures, the Saint-Eloi library offers workshops introducing Catalan, Turkish and German languages and cultures, from age 15.
An accessible talk to get you looking up at the sky and understanding how clouds are born, followed by an observation outing. Ages 8 and up.
A free festival open to everyone to talk about parental well-being with no taboos: workshops, a play area for children, a parents' corner, a round table and a screening, in order to break isolation and take care of yourself and the parent-child bond.
For the Science Autumn, the multimedia library offers an introduction to robotics based on biomimicry: observing nature to imagine and design technical solutions. Children build a robotic model with Lego kits.
Six tea dance afternoons hosted by Jean-François and Véronique Lirola, with an introduction to ballroom dances and a snack. Open to everyone, suitable for all levels.
A wordless show in which two beings separated by everything invent a language made of dance, theatre, sounds and silences, to explore the fear of the unknown and the fragility of the bond with another person.
The Munich trio KYTES presents its "indie rave", a mix of indie choruses and electronic sets, for fans of Foals, Caribou & Phoenix.
Three indie rock concerts: dream pop from Night Swimming, Argentine post-punk from Buenos Vampiros and Parisian alt rock from Hors Service. An evening for fans of guitars and the indie scene.
The Paris National Opera presents Rossini's The Barber of Seville, a high point of opera buffa driven by Figaro's wit, in a colourful staging by Damiano Michieletto.
Three teams of actors face off in an interactive improvisation match: the audience votes for its favourite team. A show full of surprises.
A Modern 4-Count Rock dance evening with a "Masquerade Ball" theme, including a beginner's introductory class. No need to come with a partner or know how to dance: everyone dances with everyone, in a friendly atmosphere.
The City of Paris offers a multisports and motor-skills session for families, with free activities for children aged 3 to 7 accompanied by their parents.
Come swap your plants, seeds, cuttings, tools and books in a friendly atmosphere, and leave with new varieties for a garden, a yard or a balcony. Free and ongoing.
Self-guided tour of the educational greenhouse at the Maison du Jardinage et du Compostage, with tips for caring for your indoor plants and a chance to discover rare tropical plants.
Photography exhibition by Charlotte Schousboe on the slow transformation of fruit and vegetables, where each image becomes a trace and organic memory. A contemporary fine art work in a limited series, to see with the family.
A participatory happening with the troupe of 80 amateur singer-actors "Emprise directe": the audience learns a song with the choir director, then everyone joins their voices for a shared song.
A friendly writing workshop, one Sunday afternoon a month, for adults: writing games, readings of the texts and discussion, in a spirit of spontaneity and freedom of style.
Every Sunday, Supersonic pays tribute to the big names of rock and pop: local bands play an artist's hits live. Tonight, it's the turn of Fontaines D.C., a leading figure of modern Irish post-punk.
An Australian pop revelation, Jude York wins audiences over with his raw, heartfelt songs and his intense, cinematic live performances. Back in Europe with his Once Upon A Tour, he promises an evening full of emotion.
An afternoon of games and activities for children in several pedestrianized streets of the 12th arrondissement: giant wooden games, reading, nature, sports and creative workshops, storytelling and music.
Literary meet-up with the founders of the magazines Lettre Zola and Kometa, who tell reality through stories, reportage and photographs. Launch of a short story competition on the theme "A World Without Books".
Concert by the American band Alison's Halo, a leading name in shoegaze and dream pop, for fans of Slowdive, Cocteau Twins and My Bloody Valentine.
Explosive concert by Jhariah, a Brooklyn artist who blends dance-punk, emo, progressive rock and hardcore. A bold, boundary-free musical universe, for an audience open to every kind of mix.
Weekly cycling and refresher sessions for seniors, supervised in a safe and supportive environment, to gain independence, confidence and well-being.
Weekly recreational pétanque sessions adapted for seniors, open to all levels, to enjoy gentle, friendly outdoor physical activity.
Football sessions run by the Sine Qua Non association, for young people who want to try the sport or improve, in a safe and inclusive setting.
Supervised football training sessions, open to young people who want to try the sport or improve, in a safe and inclusive setting that values technique, team spirit and the joy of the game.
A friendly circle for anyone who wants to get back into reading regularly and/or share what they are reading, every other Tuesday, for one hour. No set book: discussions, reading aloud together and news.
An exhibition of 14 panels telling a story of a France open to the world, through figures from the overseas territories or from immigrant backgrounds. Presented by SOS Racisme, it invites everyone to see themselves in this shared history.
Three pop-rock concerts on the same evening: D'Accord Simon, Gizmo and Eliah. An evening for fans of live music, free entry.
Two free evenings to discover international short films and young musical creation, with discussions and a public vote, in a friendly atmosphere.
A naturalist offers a quiz to separate fact from fiction on common misconceptions about trees. Ages 8 and up.