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

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Round table: booksellers' career paths Table ronde : parcours de libraires

Sat 5 Dec · 15:30–17:30 Free ages 15+
Bibliothèque Saint-Eloi, 23 rue du Colonel Rozanoff

Two booksellers, one in Toulouse and one in Paris, talk about their profession: how one chooses it, its joys and its difficulties. An open discussion with questions, with French Sign Language/French interpreters.

SO LA LUNE

Sat 5 Dec · 20:00
8 BD DE BERCY, 75012 Paris

So La Lune, a rapper from the new French urban scene, performs on the stage of the Accor Arena in Paris. A concert for rap fans.

Amok - Always Be Dead in Eurydice Amok - Sois toujours mort en Eurydice

Sat 5 Dec · 20:00–21:30 ages 16+
Théâtre Elizabeth Czerczuk, 20, rue Marsoulan

An expressionist theatre and dance show inspired by the myth of Orpheus and Eurydice, performed by around twenty performers and a musical quartet. Ages 16 and up.

ERIC SERRA LIVE

Sun 6 Dec · 19:00
8 BD DE BERCY, 75012 Paris

A composer and a major figure in film music, Éric Serra celebrates 45 years of creation on stage, surrounded by his musicians, in an immersive show that revisits his iconic works.

Sunday Tribute - System Of A Down

Sun 6 Dec · 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, local bands play System of a Down's biggest hits live.

Eric Serra Live, the immersive show at the Accor Arena Eric Serra Live, le spectacle immersif à l'Accor Arena

Sun 6 Dec · 20:00–23:00
Accor Arena, 8, boulevard de Bercy

Eric Serra celebrates 45 years of his career with an immersive, reimagined show, surrounded by his musicians, offering a contemporary reinterpretation of his iconic works such as Subway, Nikita, Léon, The Big Blue and The Fifth Element.

NOAH KAHAN

Mon 7 Dec · 20:00
8 BD DE BERCY, 75012 Paris

Noah Kahan concert at the Accor Arena, as part of his The Great Divide tour. A portion of the proceeds goes to The Busyhead Project, his association dedicated to mental health.

The living world as a model - an exhibition by the CNRS Le vivant comme modèle - une exposition du CNRS

until Sat 17 Oct Free
Médiathèque Hélène Berr, 70 rue de Picpus

An exhibition by the CNRS to discover how researchers draw inspiration from nature to innovate, in the fields of health, robotics, ecology and chemistry.

Kiosque en Fête at the Jardin de Marianne Kiosque en Fête au jardin de Marianne

until Sun 25 Oct Free
Jardin de Marianne, Place de la Nation

Concerts, dance and theatre programmed at the Jardin de Marianne as part of the "Kiosques en fête" season.

Kiosk Party in Square Courteline Kiosque en Fête au square Courteline

until Sun 25 Oct Free
Square Courteline, 51 boulevard de Picpus

A season of free open-air shows at the square's kiosk: concerts, dances, choirs and theatre follow one another throughout the year. For all audiences.

Kiosque en Fête at square Jean Morin Kiosque en Fête au square Jean Morin

until Sun 25 Oct Free
Square Jean Morin, 213, rue de Charenton

A season of free open-air shows at the square's bandstand: music, singing, dance, poetry and theatre for all audiences.

Kiosque en Fête at Square Trousseau Kiosque en Fête au square Trousseau

until Sun 25 Oct Free
Square Trousseau, 2 rue Antoine Vollon

Concerts, dance and theatre programmed at the kiosk in Square Trousseau as part of the "Kiosques en fête" season.

Exhibition "Bark" at the Arboretum de Paris Exposition "Écorces" à l'Arboretum de Paris

until Sat 31 Oct Free
Arboretum de Paris, 50, route de la Pyramide

Frédéric Combeau's exhibition "Écorces" (Bark) celebrates the trees of the Arboretum de Paris, revealing the diversity and beauty of these plant "skins".

"Journey into Wetlands", the new season at the Parc zoologique de Paris « Voyage en milieux humides », la nouvelle saison du Parc zoologique de Paris

until Sun 1 Nov
Parc zoologique de Paris, Route de la Ceinture du Lac

The Parc zoologique de Paris is devoting its new season to the world's wetlands: an exploration trail, an activity booklet for ages 6 and up, activities and commented feedings, to enjoy with the family throughout the year.

Boat rental on the Lac des Minimes Location de barques sur le lac des Minimes

until Mon 30 Nov
Location de barques sur le lac des Minimes, Avenue de Nogent

Boat rental for rowing on the Lac des Minimes, in the Bois de Vincennes. A quiet moment on the water, to enjoy with the family, with birdwatching and herons.

Discover the activities of senior clubs in the 12th arrondissement of Paris Découvrez les activités des clubs séniors dans le 12e arrondissement de Paris

until Thu 31 Dec Free ages 55+
Club seniors Saint-Éloi, 10, rue Eugénie Éboué

The senior clubs of the 12th arrondissement welcome Parisians aged 55 and over, whether retired, early-retired or in other situations, free of charge, for a wide variety of activities.

Jean-Paul Belmondo, the Magnificent Jean-Paul Belmondo, le magnifique

until Sun 31 Jan
La Cinémathèque française, 51 rue de Bercy

An exhibition paying tribute to Jean-Paul Belmondo, one of the greatest names in French cinema, through 90 films in which he combined boldness, charm and authenticity.

Photo exhibition by Frédéric Combeau - "Focus on Parisian biodiversity" Exposition photo de Frédéric Combeau - "Focus sur la biodiversité parisienne"

until Wed 31 Mar Free
Parc de Bercy - jardin romantique et jardin Yitzhak Rabin, rue Joseph Kessel

A photography exhibition by Frédéric Combeau devoted to the wild animals that live in Paris, on view at the Parc de Bercy.

Paris Family Sports: family sport at the Althea Gibson gymnasium Paris sport familles : sport famille au gymnase Althea Gibson

until Sun 4 Jul Free ages 3+
Gymnase Althéa Gibson, 15 rue Baron le Roy

The City of Paris invites families to a children/parents activity session at the Althea Gibson gymnasium, throughout the year. This session can accommodate up to 50 children.

Bercy Encore Bercy encore

until Sun 31 Oct Free
Bercy encore, 7, boulevard Poniatowski

A new season for Bercy Encore! An evolving, participatory programme: concerts, a public dance, urban gardening, composting, a fablab, job placement, a shared orchard, recycling, citizens' workshops…

The Prisoner of the Bastille Le prisonnier de la Bastille

until Fri 31 Dec ages 8+
Jardin de l'Arsenal, sur le quai du Port de l'Arsenal, Métro Bastille, Sortie 4

A family treasure hunt that takes you back to 14 July 1789 to help Maxime Delavoix free a prisoner from the Bastille, through riddles and old maps.

Illusions Tour - Europe's biggest magic show FINALLY in Paris!!! Illusions Tour - Le plus grand show de magie d'Europe ENFIN sur Paris !!!

Fri 9 Oct → Sun 8 Nov
Pelouse de Reuilly, Pelouse de Reuilly

Europe's biggest magic show comes to Paris: grand illusions, apparitions, disappearances and levitations. A show that suits adults and children alike.

Portraits of France Exhibition Exposition Portraits de France

Tue 13 Oct → Fri 6 Nov Free
Maison de la Vie Associative et Citoyenne du 12e arrondissement, 181 avenue Daumesnil

An exhibition of 14 panels that highlights figures from the overseas territories and from immigrant backgrounds, and their role in the history and values of France. Presented by SOS Racisme, designed by the Muséum national d'histoire naturelle and the ACHAC research group.

expo "trànsitos"

Thu 15 Oct → Thu 29 Oct 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 life in Paris.

Autumn Holiday Courses in the 12th Arrondissement Stages vacances d'automne dans le 12ème

Sat 17 Oct → Sat 31 Oct
Centre Paris Anim' Annie Fratellini (ex Villiot Rapée), 36 quai de la Rapée

Courses and workshops for the autumn holidays at three Paris Anim' centres in the 12th arrondissement: weaving, circus, drama, dance, manga, magic, hip-hop, drawing, as well as outings for young people.

Writing and Collage Workshop Atelier Écriture-Collage

Sat 17 Oct → Sat 5 Jun ages 18+
L'Atelier sous les toits, 84, rue de Charenton

A workshop to combine images and words, alternating between writing and collage. No skills or prior experience required.

Bookbinding and Engraving Workshop Stage Reliure - Gravure

Mon 19 Oct → Thu 22 Oct ages 16+
Paris - Ateliers / VIADUC DES ARTS, 35 avenue Daumesnil

Bookbinding and engraving workshop open to everyone aged 16 and over: making decorative papers, creating notebooks and discovering several sewing techniques, led by Apolline Angebaud.

Stained Glass Workshop Stage Vitrail

Mon 19 Oct → Fri 23 Oct ages 16+
Paris - Ateliers / REUILLY, 7 cour Alsace Lorraine

Five-day workshop to learn glass cutting, glass painting and lead assembly, starting from a medieval copy or an Art Deco panel. Open from age 16.

Natural Dyeing Workshop Stage Teintures naturelles

Mon 26 Oct → Thu 29 Oct ages 16+
Paris - Ateliers / ÉRARD, 30 rue Érard

A four-day workshop to discover natural plant dyeing, mordanting and Japanese and Indian techniques, and create your own silk scarf. Ages 16 and up.

Exhibition: A History of French Cinema - North African Legacies Exposition : Une histoire du cinéma français - Héritages maghrébins

Fri 30 Oct → Sun 21 Mar
Musée de l'histoire de l'immigration, 293 avenue Daumesnil

An exhibition telling the story of more than sixty years of French cinema through filmmakers, actors and actresses of North African immigrant background, with film clips, posters, photographs and archives.

Marjolaine: the pioneering organic fair returns to the Parc Floral Marjolaine : le salon pionnier du bio de retour au parc Floral

Sat 7 Nov → Wed 11 Nov ages 5+
Parc Floral de Paris, 1 route de l'artillerie

The Marjolaine fair brings together initiatives for responsible consumption: organic, local and committed, with workshops, talks and activities for families.