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

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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.

ASAKE

Sat 24 Oct · 20:00
8 BD DE BERCY, 75012 Paris

ASAKE concert at the Accor Arena, with BNXN and TxC. Purchase limited to 8 tickets per order.

Reading Party around the book L'Emerveilleuse by Margaux Motin Reading Party autour du livre l'Emerveilleuse - de Margaux Motin

Sun 25 Oct · 14:00–17:45 Free
Maison du Jardinage et du Compostage, 41, rue Paul-Belmondo - Parc de Bercy

An immersive and introspective afternoon in a Parisian garden: silent reading, meditative walking, creative workshops and guided tours, around the book L'Emerveilleuse (The Marvellous One) by Margaux Motin.

DON TOLIVER

Sun 25 Oct · 19:00
8 BD DE BERCY, 75012 Paris

Don Toliver concert at the Accor Arena as part of his Nitrous-Octane World Tour Leg 2, presented by Live Nation. Tickets are limited to 8 per order.

Sunday Tribute - Oasis

Sun 25 Oct · 19:00–23:00 Free
SUPERSONIC, 9 Rue Biscornet

Every Sunday, Supersonic pays tribute to the big names of rock and pop with local bands performing their greatest hits live. That evening, it's all about Oasis and the golden age of Britpop.

MERYL

Mon 26 Oct · 20:00 + 1 other date
8 BD DE BERCY, 75012 Paris

Meryl, a key figure on the French music scene, returns in 2026 with a landmark tour and two shows at the Accor Arena in Paris.

Tree rally for the youngest Rallye arbres pour les plus jeunes

Tue 27 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.

They’re Gonna Be Big Festival 2026

Tue 27 Oct → Thu 29 Oct
SUPERSONIC, 9 Rue Biscornet

For its third edition, the They’re Gonna Be Big festival brings together the cream of global indie and alternative music over three days and three venues, with 21 artists playing in Paris for the first time.

TGBB Festival 2026: Day 1 TGBB Festival 2026 : Jour 1

Tue 27 Oct → Wed 28 Oct
SUPERSONIC, 9 Rue Biscornet

For its third edition, the They're Gonna Be Big festival showcases the cream of global indie and alternative music, with seven bands spanning post-punk, art rock, indie folk and shoegaze.

Quiz on scary animals Quiz des animaux qui font peur

Wed 28 Oct · 10:00–11:30 Free ages 8+
Maison Paris Nature, Pavillons 1 et 2 du Parc Floral de Paris, route de la Pyramide

A talk to discover the wild animals that frighten or intrigue us: spiders, toads, bats, cockroaches, slugs… and to separate fact from fiction about these unloved creatures. Ages 8 and up.

TGBB Festival 2026: Day 2 TGBB Festival 2026 : Jour 2

Wed 28 Oct → Thu 29 Oct
SUPERSONIC, 9 Rue Biscornet

Third edition of the They’re Gonna Be Big festival, with an evening of indie and alternative concerts bringing together bands from around the world.

DURAN DURAN

Wed 28 Oct · 19:30
8 BD DE BERCY, 75012 Paris

Duran Duran concert at the Accor Arena, with The Molotovs as the opening act.

TGBB Festival 2026: Day 3 TGBB Festival 2026 : Jour 3

Thu 29 Oct → Fri 30 Oct
SUPERSONIC, 9 Rue Biscornet

Third evening of the TGBB festival, dedicated to international indie and alternative music, with six bands playing post-punk, synthwave, indie pop and art rock, from Ireland, the United Kingdom and the United States.

MACKLEMORE & FRIENDS

Thu 29 Oct · 20:00
8 BD DE BERCY, 75012 Paris

Concert by Macklemore & Friends as part of the Free Palestine Tour, with a support act to be announced. All proceeds will be donated to organizations supporting the Palestinian people.

Myriapods: Discovering Millipedes and Centipedes Myriapodes, à la découverte des mille-pattes

Fri 30 Oct · 10:00–11:30 Free ages 8+
Maison Paris Nature, Pavillons 1 et 2 du Parc Floral de Paris, route de la Pyramide

A workshop to discover millipedes and centipedes and a few Parisian species, with a presentation indoors followed by an outing in the Parc floral de Paris. Ages 8 and up.

Permaculture workshop Chantier permaculture

Fri 30 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 once a month in the food forest to introduce you to permaculture. Registration required.

Learn to identify indoor plants! Initiez-vous à la reconnaissance des végétaux d'intérieur !

Fri 30 Oct · 15:00–16:30 Free ages 18+
Maison du Jardinage et du Compostage, 41, rue Paul-Belmondo - Parc de Bercy

A hands-on workshop where you learn to identify and label indoor plants and find out how to care for them according to their needs. Ages 18 and up.

Closing reception for the "trànsitos" exhibition finissage expo "trànsitos"

Fri 30 Oct · 19:00–20:30 Free
Centre Paris Anim' Annie Fratellini (ex Villiot Rapée), 36 quai de la Rapée

An exhibition by Colombian artist Fernando Garcia Quintero, born from his experience as a migrant in Paris, inviting reflection on migration, memory and displacement through scenes of everyday life.

JUNGLE

Fri 30 Oct · 20:00
8 BD DE BERCY, 75012 Paris

An event at the Accor Arena, in Paris. Tickets are sold online only, limited to 8 per buyer, and available only as e-tickets or m-tickets.

Marcoca in concert (côté Records) Marcoca en concert (côté Records)

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

Marcoca, a German psychedelic indie band, blends refined melodies, danceable grooves and captivating lyrics, with surf, jazz, funk and psychedelic influences.

F*** Forever / 00s Indie Rock Night F*** Forever / Nuit Indie Rock 00's

Fri 30 Oct → Sat 31 Oct ages 18+
SUPERSONIC, 9 Rue Biscornet

An iconic Supersonic party dedicated to 2000s indie rock, with a tribute live set and a DJ set. Adults only, entry on site or with a skip-the-line ticket.

Literary Breakfasts Les petits déjeuners littéraires

Sat 31 Oct · 10:30–12:00 + 1 other date Free
Médiathèque Hélène Berr, 70 rue de Picpus

Come discover and share our favorite books and talk about what you're reading at the moment, in a warm and friendly atmosphere.

Coffee and favourites Café coup de cœur

Sat 31 Oct · 11:00–12:00 Free ages 14+
Maison Paris Nature, Pavillons 1 et 2 du Parc Floral de Paris, route de la Pyramide

A friendly workshop-discussion to share the library's favourites (books, DVDs, games) over coffee with the team from Maison Paris Nature. Open to adults and young people aged 14 and over.

Creative nature workshops Ateliers créatifs nature

Sat 31 Oct · 15:00–17:00 Free ages 6+
Maison Paris Nature, Pavillons 1 et 2 du Parc Floral de Paris, route de la Pyramide

Mini creative workshops on the theme of nature, open to adults and children alike, to drop in on throughout the afternoon.

Creative workshop "in the style of…" Arcimboldo Atelier créatif "à la manière de…" Arcimboldo

Sat 31 Oct · 16:00–17:30 Free ages 8+
Bibliothèque Saint-Eloi, 23 rue du Colonel Rozanoff

A creative workshop for children aged 8 and up, inspired by the compositions of the painter Arcimboldo: drawing, collage and natural or recycled materials, guided by the librarians.

Book Club: Literature of the Great Outdoors Club de lecture : La littérature des grands espaces

Sat 31 Oct · 16:00–17:30 Free
Médiathèque Hélène Berr, 70 rue de Picpus

A book club that invites you to discover nature writing through two novels and two graphic novels, and to share your thoughts on these reads or your own favourites on the theme of nature.

Concert: Muddy Cotton's Rehearsal Session Concert : La Répéthèque de Muddy Cotton

Sat 31 Oct · 16:00–17:30 Free
Médiathèque Hélène Berr, 70 rue de Picpus

La Répéthèque is a rehearsal before a concert where musicians present and share their project. Come discover the band Muddy Cotton and chat with them.

Only Real • Catchy Peril

Sat 31 Oct · 19:00–23:00 Free
SUPERSONIC, 9 Rue Biscornet

Concert evening with two bands: Only Real, indie from London with soaring guitars and catchy choruses, and Catchy Peril, electro post-punk from Marseille. For fans of Mac Demarco, Gorillaz, Fat White Family and Devo.

SIMPLE PLAN

Sat 31 Oct · 19:30
8 BD DE BERCY, 75012 Paris

Simple Plan in concert at the Accor Arena, with Neck Deep as the opening act. A big pop-punk evening for fans.

Soup Festival at the Community Garden Fête de la soupe au jardin partagé

Sun 1 Nov · 18:00–19:15 Free
Jardin partagé, 10 rue Erard

The Baleine verte community garden, created in 2014 in the 12th arrondissement, invites you to its soup festival to meet the association and discover this friendly, community-minded place.

Sunday Tribute - Guns N' Roses

Sun 1 Nov · 19:00–23:00 Free
SUPERSONIC, 9 Rue Biscornet

Every Sunday since 2016, Supersonic has paid tribute to the big names of rock and pop. Tonight, several local bands play Guns N' Roses' biggest hits live.

Héroïnes • HazyMetry • Stupide Foudre

Mon 2 Nov · 19:00–23:00 Free
SUPERSONIC, 9 Rue Biscornet

French rock night with three bands: Héroïnes, HazyMetry and Stupide Foudre. For fans of psychedelic, alternative and indie rock.

GREG MENDEZ

Mon 2 Nov · 20:00
14 RUE ABEL, 75012 Paris

Greg Mendez, a sober and understated singer-songwriter, presents Beauty Land, his new album and first LP on Dead Oceans, driven by pop melodies and bright guitars. A concert for an adult audience.

The World of Hans Zimmer - A New Dimension

Mon 2 Nov · 20:00–22:00
Accor Arena, 8 Boulevard de Bercy

A symphonic concert featuring Hans Zimmer's most iconic music, led by conductor Matt Dunkley, the Odessa Orchestra & Friends and the Nairobi Chamber Chorus. Hans Zimmer himself does not appear on stage.

Scott Lavene • Bleu Death

Tue 3 Nov · 19:00–23:01 Free
SUPERSONIC, 9 Rue Biscornet

Two concerts of crooner rock and bedroom rock: Scott Lavene, a British singer-songwriter whose songs sit between indie folk and post-punk, and Bleu Death, a Bordeaux project influenced by Elliott Smith, The Replacements and Nirvana.

WHEN I WAS OLD - a meeting at the corner of the wrinkle QUAND J'ETAIS VIEILLE - une rencontre au coin de la ride

Wed 4 Nov · 14:30–15:25 + 4 other dates ages 7+
Théâtre Douze, 6 avenue Maurice Ravel

A sound, gestural and puppet theatre piece that tells the story of the meeting between Selma, 10 years old, and Geneviève, 90 years old, and the idea of growing up well together. From age 7, to see as a family.

SIDIKI DIABATE

Wed 4 Nov · 20:00
8 BD DE BERCY, 75012 Paris

Sidiki Diabaté, a major figure in contemporary African music, takes the stage at the Accor Arena for an exceptional concert celebrating African culture, Mandinka heritage and peace.

Seniors' Friendly Get-Together Rendez-vous convivial séniors

Thu 5 Nov · 14:00–15:00 + 1 other date Free
Médiathèque Hélène Berr, 70 rue de Picpus

A time to get together over a coffee to chat, discover games and exercise your memory, led by the librarians.

J. COLE: THE FALL-OFF TOUR J.COLE : THE FALL-OFF TOUR

Thu 5 Nov · 20:00
8 BD DE BERCY, 75012 Paris

J. Cole concert at the Accor Arena, part of his The Fall-Off world tour, his first solo tour in five years. Limited to 8 tickets per order.

Djamil le Shlag | Comedy Djamil le Shlag | Humour

Thu 5 Nov · 20:00–21:20 + 2 other dates
Théâtre Traversière, 15 bis rue Traversière

With humour and self-deprecation, Djamil Le Shlag recounts his journey, from the countryside to the city and from Africa to Europe, and invites you to travel and to meet others. A free and uninhibited comedy show.

NIALL HORAN

Fri 6 Nov · 20:00
8 BD DE BERCY, 75012 Paris

Niall Horan, global star and former member of One Direction, presents his new album Dinner Party in concert at the Accor Arena, with flowerovlove as the opening act.

Villa Fantôme | Concert

Fri 6 Nov · 20:00–22:00
Théâtre Traversière, 15 bis rue Traversière

Concert by Villa Fantôme, a band formed by two former members of La Ruda Salska, with Mauvaise Pioche opening.

Friendly walks in and around Paris Balades conviviales Paris & environs

Sat 7 Nov · 10:00–13:00
Centre Paris Anim' / Centre Social Annie Fratellini, 36, quai de la Rapée

A friendly walk organized once a month to discover Paris and its surroundings in company, with sharing and good cheer.

Writing workshop in my neighbourhood - FULL Atelier d'écriture dans mon quartier - COMPLET

Sat 7 Nov · 15:00–18:00 Free ages 15+
Bibliothèque Saint-Eloi, 23 rue du Colonel Rozanoff

A writing workshop led by Lise Milza, facilitator and resident of the 12th arrondissement, on the theme of the neighbourhood and its living spaces. No level required, just the desire to write and share.

Art-Science Lectures: "On the Paths of the Living – Natural Histories of the 21st Century" Conférences Art-Sciences : "Sur les chemins du vivant – Histoires naturelles du XXIe siècle"

Sat 7 Nov · 17:00–19:00 + 1 other date ages 7+
Le Plant B, La Ressourcerie des jardiniers, 5 boulevard Poniatowski

A series of three art-science lectures led by Marlène Bourderon, exploring living things through projections of her works, between art and scientific knowledge. Each lecture is independent.

LUJIPEKA

Sat 7 Nov · 20:00
8 BD DE BERCY, 75012 Paris

Lujipeka, a rapper from Rennes, in an exceptional concert at the Accor Arena for the first time in his career, after his return with "Bruler Paris" (Burn Paris).

Faster than cancer Plus vite que le cancer

Sun 8 Nov · 08:00–14:00
Bois de Vincennes, Porte Dorée

A charity run of 2, 5 or 10 km to support cancer research, which can be done on site or anywhere in France thanks to the digital challenge.

Sunday Tribute - Fleetwood Mac

Sun 8 Nov · 19:00–23:00 Free
SUPERSONIC, 9 Rue Biscornet

Every Sunday since 2016, Supersonic pays tribute to the great names of rock and pop. Tonight, several local bands play Fleetwood Mac's greatest hits live.

Mobile-making workshop: help create the set design for Pol Pi's show "Variations on Tenderness" Atelier des mobiles : contribuez à la scénographie du spectacle "Variations on Tenderness" de Pol Pi

Mon 9 Nov · 18:00–21:00 Free
Atelier de Paris / CDCN, 2 route du Champ de Manœuvre

Free workshop with visual artist Edmée Petit to make "charms" that will become part of the set design for Pol Pi's show "Variations on Tenderness". A collective experience of opening up to tenderness, open to everyone.

Shoreline

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

Concert by the German band Shoreline, somewhere between 2010s hardcore and recent pop-punk/emo, driven by the voice of Hansol Seung. For fans of punk and emo.

Agnès Bihl | Concert

Tue 10 Nov · 20:00–21:30
Théâtre Traversière, 15 bis rue Traversière

Agnès Bihl performs on stage, accompanied on piano, in a set of songs blending emotion, commitment, laughter and rebellious humour. A show for an adult audience.

One-day workshop "Writing Your Short Story" in November Journée « Ecrire sa nouvelle » en novembre

Wed 11 Nov · 10:00–18:00
L'adresse exacte du restaurant sera fournie au moment de l'inscription, Michel Bizot

A day to write as a group and leave with your short story written on the spot. Open to those who have never written a short story, with a workshop recommended but not required beforehand.

Penelope Isles

Wed 11 Nov · 19:00–23:00 Free
SUPERSONIC, 9 Rue Biscornet

Concert by Penelope Isles, a psych pop band from Brighton, for fans of Deerhunter, Radiohead & Neil Young.

Growing Old LGBTQIA+ / Pride Festival Vieillir LGBTQIA+ / Festival des Fiertés

Thu 12 Nov · 18:30–20:30 Free
Salle de conférence, Maison de la vie associative et citoyenne du 12e, 181 Avenue Daumesnil

A talk on how LGBT+ people experience ageing, and in particular moving into a care home, with Marie de Hennezel, Florence Fortin-Braud and Mickaël Tempête.

FIANSO

Thu 12 Nov · 20:00
8 BD DE BERCY, 75012 Paris

Sofiane, aka Fianso, a leading figure in French rap, gives one final, unique concert at the Accor Arena, mixing his classics with exclusive new performances.

France-Fiction | Theatre France-Fiction | Théâtre

Thu 12 Nov · 20:00–21:10 + 2 other dates
Théâtre Traversière, 15 bis rue Traversière

Three actors rewrite the story of May 68 live on stage and imagine a feminist and ecological revolution. A funny, political fable, to laugh and dream together.

Divine Shade • Koahk

Fri 13 Nov · 19:00–23:00 Free
SUPERSONIC, 9 Rue Biscornet

An industrial rock night with Divine Shade, who blend cold wave, 1990s rock and electronic sounds, and KLOAHK, a Paris project with the sounds of old machines and tribal percussion.

FONTAINES D.C.

Fri 13 Nov · 20:00
8 BD DE BERCY, 75012 Paris

Concert by the Irish band Fontaines D.C. at the Accor Arena, as part of their European tour. For fans only, with strict ticketing conditions.

Dance show: "Variations on Tenderness" by Pol Pi, Nitsan Margaliot and Antoine Mermet Spectacle de danse : "Variations on Tenderness" de Pol Pi, Nitsan Margaliot et Antoine Mermet

Fri 13 Nov · 20:00–21:00 + 2 other dates
Atelier de Paris / CDCN, 2 route du Champ de Manœuvre

A contemporary dance show that explores tenderness as a way of being together, between performance, learning and gathering, as part of the Festival des Fiertés.