Things to do in Paris 12th arrondissement: shows, family activities and exhibitions

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Monopoly of Inequalities game jeu monopoly des inégalités

Wed 14 Oct · 15:00–17:00 Free ages 11+
Centre Paris Anim' Annie Fratellini (ex Villiot Rapée), 36 quai de la Rapée

As part of Paris Week against Discrimination, young people aged 11 to 13 are invited to play the Monopoly of Inequalities created by the Observatory of Inequalities, followed by a discussion.

Manga Fans' Snack Time! LSF/FR Goûter des Mordus du manga ! LSF/FR

Wed 14 Oct · 16:00–17:30 Free ages 12+
Bibliothèque Saint-Eloi, 23 rue du Colonel Rozanoff

A snack for teens aged 12 to 15 who are crazy about manga: come share what you've been reading and discuss the Mordus selection with other library users and the librarians. With LSF/FR interpreters present.

Pushing back against discrimination Faire reculer les discriminations

Wed 14 Oct → Thu 15 Oct Free
Kiosque citoyen 12e, 8, place Félix Eboué

Activities, quizzes and games to get people thinking together about discrimination based on origin: what it covers, how it shows itself and how to respond to it. Open to young people and the not-so-young.

Multikulti Editions, a collection against all forms of discrimination Multikulti Editions, une collection contre toute forme de discrimination

Wed 14 Oct · 19:00–21:00 Free
LIBRAIRIE L'ARBRE A LETTRES, 62 RUE DU FAUBOURG SAINT ANTOINE

Literary meeting with Réjane d'Espirac and Marc Chebsun, hosted by Catherine Argand, about the Multikulti Editions collection devoted to social issues and the fight against discrimination.

Pick-and-choose writing workshop - Wednesday evening Atelier d'écriture à la carte - le mercredi soir

Wed 14 Oct · 19:00–21:00
Métro Gare de Lyon / Reuilly-Diderot, place du colonel bourgouin

A friendly and supportive creative writing workshop, open to beginners as well as people already comfortable with writing, to give free rein to your imagination.

Subterranean Street Society

Wed 14 Oct · 19:00–23:00 Free
SUPERSONIC, 9 Rue Biscornet

Concert by the Danish-Dutch trio Subterranean Street Society, somewhere between grunge and folk, for an audience that loves distorted guitars and poetic lyrics.

Jam with the Cadence association Jam avec l'association Cadence

Wed 14 Oct · 19:30–22:00 + 7 other dates Free
Centre Paris Anim' Bessie Smith( ex Reuilly), 19 rue Antoine Julien Hénard

One Wednesday a month, take part in friendly, free jams with the Cadence association: a Jazz, Latin, Fusion and Funk musical gathering, ideal for meeting new musicians and jamming without pressure.

Dance and Well-Being Workshop Atelier danse bien-être

Thu 15 Oct · 14:30–16:00 + 3 other dates
Centre Paris Anim' Annie Fratellini (ex Villiot Rapée), 36 quai de la Rapée

A holistic workshop combining dance, movement, music and relaxation to take care of your physical and mental health. Open to all levels and all ages, with no prerequisites, in a caring and relaxed setting.

Pick-and-choose writing workshop - Thursday evening Atelier d'écriture à la carte - le jeudi soir

Thu 15 Oct · 19:00–21:00
Place Félix Eboué, Place Félix Eboué

A friendly and supportive creative writing workshop, open to beginners as well as people already comfortable with writing, to give free rein to your imagination.

Opening of the "trànsitos" exhibition Vernissage expo "trànsitos"

Thu 15 Oct · 19:00–21:30 Free
Centre Paris Anim' Annie Fratellini (ex Villiot Rapée), 36 quai de la Rapée

An exhibition by Colombian artist Fernando Garcia Quintero, inviting reflection on migration, memory and displacement through scenes of everyday Parisian life.

My Son The Doctor • Dalton • Café Bizarre

Thu 15 Oct · 19:00–23:00 Free
SUPERSONIC, 9 Rue Biscornet

Three indie rock bands take the stage at Supersonic one after another: My Son The Doctor, Dalton and Café Bizarre. An evening for guitar fans, spanning slacker rock, post-punk and indie pop.

STEVIE WONDER

Thu 15 Oct · 20:00
8 BD DE BERCY, 75012 Paris

Stevie Wonder performs his iconic album Songs in the Key of Life in its entirety, 50 years after its release, in a special concert at the Accor Arena.

Workshops: Creative Writing and Digital Social Networks Ateliers : écriture créative et réseaux sociaux numériques

Fri 16 Oct · 19:00–21:30 + 2 other dates Free
Médiathèque Hélène Berr, 70 rue de Picpus

A series of creative writing workshops exploring stories born on social networks: creepypasta, Instagram photo novels, the SCP Foundation and chatfics. Led by Théo Barreau and Caroline Metz of the Maelstrom collective.

Sego • Alien Chicks

Fri 16 Oct · 19:00–23:00 Free
SUPERSONIC, 9 Rue Biscornet

Concert evening with Sego, art-punk from Los Angeles with indie-pop hooks, and Alien Chicks, a Brixton band mixing punk, jazz, rap, Latin and math rock. For fans of energetic rock.

Animal-assisted reading: read with a dog Médiation animale : lire avec un chien

Sat 17 Oct · 10:30–11:30 ages 7+
Médiathèque Hélène Berr, 70 rue de Picpus

A session where children read aloud to a dog, without fear of judgment, to encourage reading, expression and build self-confidence. For children aged 7 to 12.

Our literary get-togethers: Literary performance Nos rendez-vous littéraires : Performance littéraire

Sat 17 Oct · 10:30–12:00 Free
Bibliothèque Saint-Eloi, 23 rue du Colonel Rozanoff

The library invites you to share texts you love, out loud or in French Sign Language, with LSF/FR interpreters present to translate. Librarians also offer a selection of excerpts from literary works in French and in LSF.

Butterfly Workshop with Juliette Binet Atelier Papillons avec Juliette Binet

Sat 17 Oct · 10:30–12:00 Free ages 7+
Bibliothèque Jeunesse Diderot, 42 avenue Daumesnil

As part of the Autumn of Science, a workshop on drawing butterflies with soft pastels and stencils, led by Juliette Binet, followed by a book signing and sale. For children aged 7 to 10.

Dance and French Sign Language: sign-dance workshop for deaf children Danse et LSF : atelier chorésigne pour enfants sourds

Sat 17 Oct · 10:30–12:00 + 1 other date ages 7+
Atelier de Paris / CDCN, 2 route du Champ de Manoeuvre

One Saturday a month, workshops to explore dance and its connections with French Sign Language, for deaf and hard-of-hearing children aged 7 to 12.

Show "Demain, demain!" (Tomorrow, Tomorrow!), an eco-musical reading Spectacle « Demain, demain ! », une lecture écolo-musicale

Sat 17 Oct · 14:00–14:40 + 1 other date Free
Maison du Jardinage et du Compostage, 41, rue Paul-Belmondo - Parc de Bercy

Readings about ecology accompanied by music, to learn and be amazed through song, about gardens, little creatures and the magic of living things.

Workshop - Meet Loui, manga artist and author of the Red Flower series Atelier - Rencontre avec Loui, mangaka, auteur de la série Red Flower

Sat 17 Oct · 14:00–15:30 + 1 other date Free ages 10+
Médiathèque Hélène Berr, 70 rue de Picpus

A workshop on how to create a manga character with Loui, followed by a meeting with the author of the Redflower series. Ages 10 and up.

All Saints' Day holidays at the Musée de la Cinémathèque française Vacances de la Toussaint au Musée de la Cinémathèque française

Sat 17 Oct · 14:00–16:45 + 13 other dates ages 8+
La Cinémathèque française, 51 rue de Bercy

During the All Saints' Day holidays, short visits at the Musée Méliès to explore the history of cinema, from magic to Georges Méliès's tricks, and weekend activities to uncover the secrets of his special effects.

Screening of the documentary Être Vivant(s) - Interroger nos liens Projection du documentaire Être Vivant(s)- interroger nos liens

Sat 17 Oct · 15:00–16:30 Free ages 16+
La Ferme de Paris, 24 route de la Tourelle

As part of the ALIMENTERRE festival, screening of the documentary Être Vivant(s) - Interroger nos liens (Being Living Beings - Questioning Our Bonds), which follows the daily lives and thoughts of livestock farmers and shepherds in the South Aveyron. Better suited to adults or from high school age.

Workshop - Your turn to create! In the style of Alexander Calder Atelier - À toi de créer ! À la manière d'Alexander Calder

Sat 17 Oct · 15:00–17:00 Free ages 6+
Fondation de Rothschild, 76, rue de Picpus

A creative workshop to explore the world of Alexander Calder's mobiles and make your own mobile. Open to children aged 6 and up, accompanied by one adult only, as well as to parents, grandparents and residents of the Rothschild Foundation.

YOUSSOU NDOUR

Sat 17 Oct · 19:00
8 BD DE BERCY, 75012 Paris

Youssou Ndour and the Super Etoile de Dakar perform at the Accor Arena in Paris for the legendary Grand Bal, an exceptional concert with many guests and surprises.

Club Brat

Sat 17 Oct · 19:00–23:00 Free
SUPERSONIC, 9 Rue Biscornet

A high-intensity punk/noise pop concert, driven by shredded guitars and explosive rhythms. For fans of Fugazi, Idles and The Pixies.

Eros-Hypnos, an open gate Eros-Hypnos, otwarta brama

Sat 17 Oct · 20:00–22:00 + 2 other dates ages 14+
Théâtre Elizabeth Czerczuk, 20, rue Marsoulan

A monumental diptych blending classical and contemporary dance, hip-hop, theatre, music and operatic singing, performed by some twenty artists on stage, inspired by Polish literature and the doubts of our time.

Dutch Criminal Record + Hotel Mira in concert (Records side) Dutch Criminal Record + Hotel Mira en concert (côté Records)

Sat 17 Oct · 20:00–22:30
Supersonic Records, 9 Rue Biscornet

Concert by Dutch Criminal Record, a Brighton band blending surf rock and shoegaze, joined by the Canadians Hotel Mira, on stage at Supersonic Records in Paris.

Understanding nature by simulating it Comprendre la nature en la simulant

Sun 18 Oct · 14:30–15:30 Free ages 12+
Maison Paris Nature, Pavillons 1 et 2 du Parc Floral de Paris, route de la Pyramide

A talk on how computer simulations help us better grasp reality, and what their limits are. Suitable for ages 12 and up, at the Maison Paris Nature.

Sunday Tribute - 80's Frontwomen

Sun 18 Oct · 19:00–23:00 Free
SUPERSONIC, 9 Rue Biscornet

Every Sunday, Supersonic pays tribute to the great icons of rock and pop with live concerts by local bands. This evening is devoted to the female voices of the 1980s.

John Craigie + Jobi Riccio live in concert (Records side) John Craigie + Jobi Riccio en concert (côté Records)

Sun 18 Oct · 20:00–22:30
Supersonic Records, 9 Rue Biscornet

John Craigie presents his warm, intimate folk at Supersonic Records, joined by Jobi Riccio as special guest.

Six Seven Vincennes Backyard

Mon 19 Oct · 09:00–23:00
Bois de Vincennes, Porte Dorée

An endurance race in the backyard ultra format: the same 6.706 km loop to be run every hour, until only one competitor is left.

Animal Writing Workshop Stage Écritures animales

Mon 19 Oct → Wed 21 Oct
Paris - Ateliers / ERARD, 30 rue Erard

A writing workshop to explore the animal point of view and enter its language, through fun activities and documentary research. A second, independent part is offered in February 2027.

Tree rally for the youngest Rallye arbres pour les plus jeunes

Mon 19 Oct · 14:00–16:00 Free ages 8+
Maison Paris Nature, Pavillons 1 et 2 du Parc Floral de Paris, route de la Pyramide

A rally to discover the trees of the Parc Floral de Paris by observing leaves, bark and fruit. For ages 8-14, accompanied by an adult, free registration required.

Musical Theatre Workshop for Children Stage enfant Comédie Musicale

Mon 19 Oct · 14:00–17:00 + 4 other dates ages 5+
Studio Bleu, 10 Rue Erard

A five-afternoon workshop combining dance, singing and drama for children aged 5 to 11, with a snack included and a free demonstration at the end of the workshop.

Living in a Changing World - a talk by Aimée Bouchet Habiter un monde qui change - conférence d'Aimée Bouchet

Mon 19 Oct · 18:30–20:30 Free
Makesense_space, 11 rue Biscornet

A talk by photojournalist Aimée Bouchet on how to inhabit and tell the story of a world in transformation, between expedition accounts and environmental upheaval.

The Message of Rocks, or the Story of the Earth Le message des roches ou l’histoire de la Terre

Mon 19 Oct · 19:00–20:00 Free
Bibliothèque publique d'information, 40 avenue des Terroirs de France

As part of the series "Geology, the Underground Foundation of Our World", the Bibliothèque publique d'information is hosting a discussion about rocks with three geologists.

The Homesick • Group-Ensemble The Homesick • group-ensemble

Mon 19 Oct · 19:00–23:00 Free
SUPERSONIC, 9 Rue Biscornet

An indie electronic evening with the Dutch trio The Homesick and the Brussels collective Group-Ensemble, for fans of experimental pop and electronic music.

BIGFLO & OLI

Mon 19 Oct · 20:00 + 1 other date
8 BD DE BERCY, 75012 Paris

Bigflo & Oli announce Karma, their 5th album, a return to their roots after more than 10 years of career. A pure, direct and sincere rap project, which opens a new live chapter with an event tour.

KITA ALEXANDER

Mon 19 Oct · 20:30
14 RUE ABEL, 75012 Paris

Concert by Kita Alexander, a rising figure in Australian alt-pop, at Popup! in Paris. A sensitive and luminous voice of today's alternative pop, for music-loving audiences.

Tree rally for the youngest Rallye arbres pour les plus jeunes

Tue 20 Oct · 14:00–16:00 Free ages 8+
Maison Paris Nature, Pavillons 1 et 2 du Parc Floral de Paris, route de la Pyramide

A rally to discover the trees of the Parc Floral de Paris by observing leaves, bark and fruit. For ages 8-14, accompanied by an adult.

Discovering Cucurbits at the Ferme de Paris Découverte des cucurbitacés à la Ferme de Paris

Tue 20 Oct · 14:00–16:00 + 7 other dates Free
La Ferme de Paris, 24 route de la Tourelle

The Ferme de Paris is offering an activity stand to discover the farm's cucurbits and squashes, with activities for young and old. A walk around the farm is also possible during this season.

Buissonnier Writing Workshop Atelier d'écriture Buissonnier

Tue 20 Oct · 14:00–17:00 + 1 other date ages 18+
L'Atelier sous les Toits, 84, rue de Charenton

An afternoon of writing for yourself, in a small group of adults, based on prompts put together as a group. Everyone writes freely, at their own pace, session by session or as a package.

Cherryholt • Valet

Tue 20 Oct · 19:00–23:00 Free
SUPERSONIC, 9 Rue Biscornet

Two concerts in one evening: Cherryholt, an English indie-pop quintet with youthful energy, then Valet, a Parisian band blending rock, jazz and neo soul. For live music fans.

My First Festival 2026: Cine-tales "In Every Sense"! French Sign Language/French Mon Premier Festival 2026 : Ciné-contes "Dans tous les sens" ! LSF/FR

Wed 21 Oct · 10:30–11:00 + 1 other date ages 3+
Bibliothèque Saint-Eloi, 23 rue du Colonel Rozanoff

As part of the My First Festival, a storytelling session in French and French Sign Language followed by the screening of two animated short films, for children ages 3 and up.

Nature Board Games: "Under the Leaves of the Trees" Special Jeux de société nature : Spécial "Sous les feuilles des arbres"

Wed 21 Oct · 14:00–15:30 Free ages 3+
Maison Paris Nature, Pavillons 1 et 2 du Parc Floral de Paris, route de la Pyramide

A board game workshop on the theme of nature, led by an Environmental Advisor, to discover living beings under the trees. Accessible from age 3, adults and children play together.

Clouds | Film Concert, Young Audiences Nuages | Ciné-concert, Jeune Public

Wed 21 Oct · 14:30–15:15 + 1 other date ages 3+
Théâtre Traversière, 15 bis rue Traversière

A film concert that takes the youngest through all kinds of emotions in a colourful indie-pop electronica world, but one that is suitable for them… and that captivates adults just as much!

Nature Reading: Wild Humour Lecture Nature : Humour sauvage

Wed 21 Oct · 15:30–16:15 Free ages 3+
Maison Paris Nature, Pavillons 1 et 2 du Parc Floral de Paris, route de la Pyramide

Every month, the Maison Paris Nature offers readings of stories chosen from the Nature Library collection. This month, stories in which animals make us laugh, for accompanied children aged 3 and up.

Lemonsuckr

Wed 21 Oct · 19:00–23:00 Free
SUPERSONIC, 9 Rue Biscornet

Post-punk concert by the British band Lemonsuckr, described as true on-stage chaos. For fans of Fat Dog, The Strokes and Adult Dvd.

2026 LE SSERAFIM TOUR - LE SSERAFIM

Wed 21 Oct · 19:30
8 BD DE BERCY, 75012 Paris

LE SSERAFIM will give their very first concert in France at the Accor Arena in Paris, as part of their 2026 'PUREFLOW' tour.

Market gardening work session Chantier maraicher

Fri 23 Oct · 10:00–16:00 Free ages 18+
La Ferme de Paris, 24 route de la Tourelle

La Ferme de Paris offers participatory work sessions to learn about market gardening: on the agenda, a discussion about soil and sowing green manure. Remember to come with suitable clothing and your lunch.

MUSHROOMS, an exhibition by the Société mycologique de France CHAMPIGNONS, une exposition de la Société mycologique de France

Fri 23 Oct → Sun 25 Oct Free
Parc Floral de Paris, 1 route de l'artillerie

An exhibition open to everyone to discover the diversity of mushrooms, their role in forest ecosystems and to talk with specialists.

Sow now to harvest until spring Semez maintenant pour récolter jusqu'au printemps

Fri 23 Oct · 15:00–16:30 Free
Maison du Jardinage et du Compostage, 41, rue Paul-Belmondo - Parc de Bercy

A workshop to discover the seeds to sow in autumn and prepare your gardening space for spring. For gardeners, beginners or not.

Makthaverskan

Fri 23 Oct · 19:00–23:00 Free
SUPERSONIC, 9 Rue Biscornet

Concert of Swedish dream pop, somewhere between bewitching pop and tormented punk, for fans of Alvvays, Fazerdaze and Beach Fossils.

KORN

Fri 23 Oct · 19:30
8 BD DE BERCY, 75012 Paris

Korn concert at the Accor Arena in Paris, for fans of rock, metal and alternative music.

Camille Jansen live in Paris! Camille Jansen en concert à Paris !

Fri 23 Oct · 20:00–22:30
Supersonic Records, 9 Rue Biscornet

Camille Jansen, a French-British independent artist, performs live at Supersonic Records to present her songs and her first album, The Loose Screws.

Zero Waste Workshop Atelier Zéro déchet

Sat 24 Oct · 10:30–12:00 Free
Médiathèque Hélène Berr, 70 rue de Picpus

A workshop to learn how to make your own zero-waste products and save money, one Saturday a month, every other month, at the multimedia library.

Fruit and Vegetable of the Season Fruit et légume de saison

Sat 24 Oct · 14:00–16:00 Free
La Ferme de Paris, 24 route de la Tourelle

As part of Taste Week, come and discover a seasonal fruit, vegetable or edible plant from the farm, to be enjoyed freshly picked, plain or prepared as jam, pesto or fritters.

Seed and Cutting Swap 2026 Troc de graines et de boutures 2026

Sat 24 Oct · 15:00–16:30 + 1 other date Free
Médiathèque Hélène Berr, 70 rue de Picpus

A friendly gathering to exchange seedlings, seeds and cuttings, to keep plants circulating around the city and to discover the seed library. Come with your hands full or not, you will not leave empty-handed!

Kumihimo Japanese bracelet-making workshop Atelier de création de bracelets japonais kumihimo

Sat 24 Oct · 16:00–17:30 Free ages 8+
Bibliothèque Saint-Eloi, 23 rue du Colonel Rozanoff

As part of the Manga Fanatics event, the Saint-Eloi library is offering a workshop to discover kumihimo, the traditional Japanese art of braided cord, and create a pretty bracelet. All ages, from 8 years old.