Things to do in Paris 16th arrondissement: shows, family activities and exhibitions

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“State Choreography” by Tania El Khoury « Chorégraphie d'État » de Tania El Khoury

Thu 8 Oct · 19:00–20:00 + 2 other dates
Chaillot - Théâtre national de la Danse, 1, place du Trocadéro et du 11 novembre

Multimedia installation-performance by Tania El Khoury that deconstructs the gestures of police forces and border patrols to reveal the dramaturgy of state violence, with choreographic notations of resistance activated by performers and the audience.

Thursday Current Affairs. Latin America: a sharp turn to the far right Jeudi de l'actualité. Amérique latine : virage à l'extrême-droite toute

Thu 8 Oct · 19:00–20:30 Free
Bibliothèque Germaine Tillion, 6 rue du Commandant Schlœsing

A meeting with Gaspard Estrada, political scientist, and Sandrine Morel, head of the Latin America desk at Courrier international, on Latin America's shift to the right, as part of the Jeudis de l'actualité (Thursday Current Affairs).

BÉRÉNICE

Thu 8 Oct · 20:00–21:40 + 1 other date
Centre Paris Anim' Point du Jour, 1-9 rue du Général Malleterre

Berenice and Titus love each other with an immense love, but Titus, having become Emperor of Rome, can he change the laws and the view of his people, who see Berenice as a foreigner?

"Este Mundo" by Bouchra Ouizguen and Dançando com a Diferença « Este Mundo » de Bouchra Ouizguen et Dançando com a Diferença

Thu 8 Oct · 20:30–21:30 + 2 other dates
Chaillot - Théâtre national de la Danse, 1, place du Trocadéro et du 11 novembre

Five performers from the inclusive company Dançando com a Diferença explore everyday gestures, silence, gaze and breath in a piece choreographed by Bouchra Ouizguen.

PERMANENT COLLECTIONS & TEMPORARY EXHIBITIONS COLL. PERMANENTES & EXPO. TEMPORAIRES

Fri 9 Oct · 10:00 + 49 other dates
6 PLACE D'IENA, 75116 Paris

The Guimet Museum presents its permanent collections of Asian art and its temporary exhibitions, including "Le savoir en trompe-l'œil. Corée, 18e-20e siècle" (Knowledge in Trompe-l'œil: Korea, 18th-20th Century). A journey through Asian cultures, for all audiences.

Paris 92 vs Besançon match Match Paris 92 vs Besançon

Fri 9 Oct · 19:30–22:00
Stade Pierre de Coubertin, 82 avenue Georges Lafont

A women's handball match in the Ligue Butagaz Energie between Paris 92 and Besançon, with 1 euro donated per ticket sold to the fight against breast cancer.

Japanese floral art comes to the Jardin des Serres d'Auteuil L'art floral japonais s'invite au jardin des serres d'Auteuil

Sat 10 Oct → Sun 11 Oct Free
Jardin des Serres d'Auteuil, 3, avenue de la Porte-d'Auteuil

For the 100th anniversary of the Sogetsu school, the Ikebana Sogetsu association invites you to discover its floral art: arrangements, demonstrations by teachers and an outdoor creation in bamboo.

Family Saturdays · Schloesing Nursery Les Samedis en Famille · Crèche Schloesing

Sat 10 Oct · 09:30–12:00 + 8 other dates Free
Crèche municipale Commandant Schloesing, 6 rue du Commandant Schloesing

The Schloesing nursery and the Môm'Artre association offer family activity mornings on Saturdays: free play, musical awakening, arts and crafts, yoga or parent-child dance. For families with a child under 6 years old.

Family Saturdays · Versailles Nursery Les Samedis en Famille · Crèche Versailles

Sat 10 Oct · 09:30–12:15 + 8 other dates Free
Crèche Familiale Municipale Versailles, 75 avenue de Versailles

The Versailles nursery and the Môm'Artre association offer family stimulation activities on Saturday mornings: free play, musical awakening, visual arts, yoga or parent-child dance. For families with a child under 6 years old.

Children's Street Party: the 16th arrondissement programme Fête des rues aux enfants : le programme du 16e

Sat 10 Oct · 10:00–18:00 Free
Ecole maternelle Gustave Zédé, 5, rue Gustave Zédé

The street party at the schools takes over the arrondissement: little ones and grown-ups are invited to share a friendly day of festive, family-friendly activities, organised on rue Gustave Zédé.

The Fables of Mrs. Jeanne LES FABLES DE MME JEANNE

Sat 10 Oct · 11:00 + 14 other dates
5 Rue des Vignes, 75116 Paris

Four actors bring to life more than twenty animals from La Fontaine's Fables in a funny, burlesque show, transposed into a zany production where the famous characters still teach people lessons.

Chaillot Tour Visite Chaillot

Sat 10 Oct · 11:00–13:00
Chaillot - Théâtre national de la Danse, 1, place du Trocadéro et du 11 novembre

A guided tour of the backstage areas of the Théâtre de Chaillot: go behind the curtain and discover the stage spaces reserved for artists, from the costume workshop to the wings.

The Gruss Follies in Paris LES FOLIES GRUSS A PARIS

Sat 10 Oct · 15:00 + 32 other dates
Pte Passy/Carrefour des Cascades, 75016 Paris

Language Garden at the Germaine Tillion Library: introductory workshops in Catalan, Spanish, Icelandic, Norwegian, Turkish and Ukrainian Jardin des Langues à la bibliothèque Germaine Tillion : ateliers d'initiation au catalan, à l'espagnol, à l'islandais, au norvégien, au turc et à l'ukrainien

Sat 10 Oct · 15:00–16:30 Free
Bibliothèque Germaine Tillion, 6, rue du Commandant Schloesing

The Germaine Tillion Library is offering introductory workshops in Catalan, Spanish, Icelandic, Norwegian, Turkish and Ukrainian, as part of the Rentrée des Cultures, in partnership with FICEP.

Rewriting "Honorine", a series of creative writing workshops Réécrire «Honorine», cycle d'ateliers d'écriture créative

Sun 11 Oct · 15:00–17:00 + 2 other dates ages 12+
Maison de Balzac musée et bibliothèque, 47, rue Raynouard

A series of four creative writing workshops to rewrite Balzac's "Honorine", starting from extracts of the work and a violet scent. The texts written are read aloud and discussed at the end of the session.

Book Club in English

Tue 13 Oct · 14:00–16:00 + 4 other dates Free
Bibliothèque Germaine Tillion, 6 rue du Commandant Schlœsing

The Germaine Tillion library invites readers to share their recent or favourite reads in English, in a friendly atmosphere. These free book clubs, open to everyone, are held twice a month, on a Tuesday or a Saturday.

I HAVE THREE LOVES J'AI TROIS AMOURS

Tue 13 Oct · 21:00 + 7 other dates
95, RUE DE PASSY, 75016 Paris

More than a concert, the story of an encounter between pianist Erik Berchot and his three loves: Chopin, Michel Legrand and Charles Aznavour. A true, intimate story, staged by François Rollin.

Participatory Talk - 1 Researcher 1 Experiment: Biobattery, Carbon and Fungus! Exposé participatif - 1 chercheur 1 manip : Biopile, carbone et champignon !

Wed 14 Oct · 16:00–17:00 Free
Bibliothèque Germaine Tillion, 6 rue du Commandant Schlœsing

After bacteria, fungi! Two researchers present a biobattery that uses fungi to produce electricity and clean up water. A meeting to understand how nature inspires innovative solutions.

“Machine à spectacle” by Solène Wachter « Machine à spectacle » de Solène Wachter

Wed 14 Oct · 19:30–20:30 + 3 other dates ages 8+
Chaillot - Théâtre national de la Danse, 1, place du Trocadéro et du 11 novembre

Solène Wachter explores the backstage world of stunts and stage illusion: on stage, apparatus and technical devices confront three performers and a stuntwoman with falling, suspension and momentum. Ages 8 and up.

A Street Has Disappeared: Meet the Writer Antonin Crenn for His Book "Rue des Batailles" Une rue a disparu : rencontre avec l’écrivain Antonin Crenn pour son livre "Rue des Batailles"

Thu 15 Oct · 19:00–20:00 Free ages 15+
Bibliothèque Germaine Tillion, 6 rue du Commandant Schlœsing

A meeting between the historian Elsa Jamet and the writer Antonin Crenn about his novel Rue des Batailles (Street of Battles), which traces the life of a resident of a Chaillot street that disappeared in the 19th century.

Spectacle Machine MACHINE A SPECTACLE

Fri 16 Oct · 19:30 + 1 other date
1 PLACE DU TROCADERO, 75016 Paris

In Machine à spectacle (Spectacle Machine), choreographer Solène Wachter explores the figure of the stuntwoman and presents a creation in which the power of the gesture sometimes reveals the limits of the body, between illusion and risk-taking.

Music at the Turn of the 19th Century Musiques au tournant du XIXème siècle

Fri 16 Oct · 19:30–20:30 Free
Conservatoire Municipal Francis Poulenc, 11, rue Jean de la Fontaine

A chamber music concert highlighting patriotic European composers from the turn of the 19th century, with works by Boëllmann, Enesco, Kodaly and Sibelius.

Map Reading and Navigation Workshop for Hiking Atelier orientation et lecture de carte de randonnée

Sat 17 Oct · 10:00–12:00 Free
Bibliothèque du tourisme et des voyages - Germaine Tillion (BTV), 6 rue du Commandant Schloesing

A workshop to get familiar with reading an IGN map and learn how to find your way on the routes to Compostela, organized with the association Compostelle 2000. For anyone who wants to set out on the Way of St. James for the first time.

Martin's Choreographic Workshop - Classical Dance - October 2026 Atelier Chorégraphique de Martin - Danse classique - Octobre 2026

Sat 17 Oct · 12:00–14:00 + 1 other date
Espace Lauriston, 74bis rue Lauriston

3rd edition of Martin Arroyos's Choreographic Workshop, devoted to classical dance. Each session includes 1 hour of class and 1 hour of variation work, in an approach where challenge and pleasure meet.

Loom Loom, a Goblin in the Metro Loom Loom, un lutin dans le métro

Sat 17 Oct · 14:30–15:25 + 2 other dates ages 4+
Centre Paris Anim' Point du Jour, 1-9 rue du Général Malleterre

Loom Loom, a metro goblin, must secretly watch over Louise, an RATP employee. Forced to protect her, he introduces her to the world of goblins and realises that humans and goblins are not so different.

Combined workshop: Little Paintbrushes and Theatrical Awakening Stage croisé Petits pinceaux et éveil théâtral

Mon 19 Oct · 10:00–12:00 + 4 other dates ages 5+
Centre Paris Anim' Point du Jour, 1-9 rue du Général Malleterre

A creative workshop where 5-6 year-olds explore theater and painting through games, stories, characters and plenty of colors, to express themselves freely and have fun during the All Saints' holiday.

Multi-Activity Camp (autumn theme) Stage Multiactivités (thème automne)

Mon 19 Oct · 10:00–12:00 + 4 other dates ages 7+
Centre Paris Anim' Point du Jour, 1-9 rue du Général Malleterre

A week of multi-activity fun on an autumn theme, for children aged 7 to 10: arts and crafts, treasure hunts, outdoor games, sports and tasty snacks.

Intensive Throwing Workshop Stage Tournage intensif

Mon 19 Oct · 10:00–12:30 + 3 other dates ages 18+
Centre Paris Anim' Point du Jour, 1-9 rue du Général Malleterre

Intensive throwing workshop for adults, focused on wheel-throwing technique, with no firing or creating, and clay recycling.

Adult Yoga Course (à la carte): Yoga and Health Stage Yoga Adultes (à la carte) : Yoga et santé

Mon 19 Oct · 10:15–11:45 + 4 other dates ages 18+
Centre Paris Anim' Point du Jour, 1-9 rue du Général Malleterre

Five à la carte yoga sessions (1 hr 30) to take care of yourself: back, stomach, legs, Hatha yoga and an introduction to meditation. For adults, from beginner to experienced practitioner.

Theater Workshop Stage Théâtre

Mon 19 Oct · 14:00–15:30 + 4 other dates ages 7+
Centre Paris Anim' Point du Jour, 1-9 rue du Général Malleterre

A high-energy theater workshop for ages 7-10: a creative adventure to dare, have fun and take the stage like a real little actor!

Chaillot invites POUSH Chaillot invite POUSH

Tue 20 Oct · 18:30–20:00
Chaillot - Théâtre national de la Danse, 1, place du Trocadéro et du 11 novembre

As part of Art Basel week, Chaillot invites POUSH, a contemporary creation venue, for an evening of performance and celebration blending live arts and visual arts, in a spirit of experimentation and freedom.

My first health and environment workshop at the Lauriston PMI centre Mon premier atelier santé environnement au centre de PMI Lauriston

Wed 21 Oct · 09:30–11:30 + 2 other dates Free
Centre de PMI Lauriston, 78 rue Lauriston

A free workshop for expectant parents and parents of newborns, led by specialists, to create a healthy environment during pregnancy and the baby's first months.

Free appraisal day - Modern and contemporary art Journée d'expertises gratuites - Art moderne et contemporain

Wed 21 Oct · 10:00–12:30 + 1 other date Free
Maison de ventes aux enchères Boisgirard Antonini, 4, rue Raynouard

Do you own 20th-century paintings, lithographs or sculptures? An expert in modern and contemporary art will appraise them free of charge during this appraisal day.

2026 AUTUMN-WINTER EXHIBITION SEASON - ALL FIRES, FLOWERS SAISON D'EXPOSITIONS AUTOMNE-HIVER 2026 - TOUS LES FEUX, LES FLEURS

Fri 23 Oct
13, Avenue du Président Wilson, 75116 Paris

A season of exhibitions around the notion of territory, bringing together a group exhibition and six solo exhibitions by French and international artists.

Family Visit Visite Famille

Sat 24 Oct · 15:00–16:00 ages 5+
Chaillot - Théâtre national de la Danse, 1, place du Trocadéro et du 11 novembre

A 45-minute guided tour designed for children aged 5 and up, with an activity booklet, to discover the history of the Chaillot building and its works, facing the Eiffel Tower.

Combined course Little architects & Baby judo 3-4 years Stage croisé Petits architectes & Baby judo 3-4 ans

Mon 26 Oct · 10:00–12:00 + 4 other dates ages 3+
Centre Paris Anim' Point du Jour, 1-9 rue du Général Malleterre

An original course for 3-4 year olds, combining creativity and motor skills through building workshops and an introduction to baby judo. A happy mix to imagine, build, move and learn while having fun!

Multi-Activity Camp (Halloween theme) Stage Multiactivités (thème Halloween)

Mon 26 Oct · 10:00–12:00 + 4 other dates ages 7+
Centre Paris Anim' Point du Jour, 1-9 rue du Général Malleterre

A week of Halloween-themed activities: children dive into a mysterious world full of challenges. For ages 7-10.

Sewing Workshop "Create Your Halloween Costume" Stage Couture "Crée ton costume d'Halloween"

Mon 26 Oct · 14:00–15:30 + 4 other dates ages 7+
Centre Paris Anim' Point du Jour, 1-9 rue du Général Malleterre

A fun sewing workshop for 7-10 year olds, who imagine and make their own Halloween costume, from design to completion.

DA PONTE, Mozart's Jester DA PONTE, Le bouffon de MOZART

Mon 26 Oct · 19:00 + 5 other dates
95, RUE DE PASSY, 75016 Paris

A theatrical and operatic comedy about Lorenzo Da Ponte, librettist of three famous Mozart operas, in which Casanova, Mozart, Salieri and 18th-century opera singers cross paths.

CINE CONCERT - CINE CONCERT: BUSTER KEATON CINE CONCERT - CINE CONCERT : BUSTER KEATON

Tue 27 Oct · 20:00
5 Rue des Vignes, 75116 Paris

Four Buster Keaton masterpieces, in restored versions, accompanied live on piano by Thomas Février performing his original compositions. A cine-concert to share with the family, ages 5 and up.

Murder at the Museum at the Cité de l’architecture – Season 2 Meurtre au musée à la Cité de l’architecture – Saison 2

Sat 31 Oct · 16:00–18:00 ages 14+
Cité de l'Architecture et du Patrimoine, 1 Place du Trocadéro et du 11 Novembre 75016 Paris

A murder has been committed at the museum: the investigators need you to inspect the crime scene, question the suspects and make your accusations. Ages 14 and up.

Murder party at the Cité de l'architecture et du patrimoine Murder party à la Cité de l'architecture et du patrimoine

Sat 31 Oct · 16:00–18:00 ages 14+
Cité de l’architecture et du patrimoine, 1, Place du Trocadéro et du 11 Novembre

A murder party at the Cité de l'architecture et du patrimoine: a murder to solve with a detective, witnesses and suspects. Ages 14 and up, in teams of 6 people.

Cric, Crac, Croc … Corentin! An exhibition paying tribute to Philippe Corentin Cric, Crac, Croc … Corentin ! Une exposition hommage à Philippe Corentin

Tue 3 Nov Free
Bibliothèque Germaine Tillion, 6 rue du Commandant Schlœsing

An exhibition paying tribute to Philippe Corentin, children's author and illustrator, with miniature worlds, games and sculpted characters, as part of the children's highlight season at the libraries of the City of Paris.

Word of Mouth De bouche à oreilles

Wed 4 Nov · 15:00–16:00 Free ages 3+
Bibliothèque Germaine Tillion, 6 rue du Commandant Schlœsing

Monthly gathering at the Germaine Tillion library: a short hour of stories told and retold by the librarians, for children aged 3 to 6.

Chaillot Encounters: A Tribute to André Malraux Chaillot Rencontre Hommage à André Malraux

Thu 5 Nov · 18:30–20:00
Chaillot - Théâtre national de la Danse, 1, place du Trocadéro et du 11 novembre

A time for dialogue and reflection devoted to André Malraux, a major figure in cultural thought, whose legacy continues to nourish artistic imaginations and political consciences.

“Radio Live – the Day After Ukraine” by Aurélie Charon & the Radio Live collective « Radio Live - le jour d'après Ukraine » de Aurélie Charon & le collectif Radio Live

Thu 5 Nov · 19:30–22:00 + 1 other date ages 13+
Chaillot - Théâtre national de la Danse, 1, place du Trocadéro et du 11 novembre

A documentary show by Aurélie Charon and the Radio Live collective, devoted to Ukraine: testimonies, dialogues, music and images weave stories around reconstruction. Ages 13 and up.

Porphyry Porphyre

Thu 5 Nov · 20:00–21:45 + 1 other date
Centre Paris Anim' Point du Jour, 1-9 rue du Général Malleterre

Porphyry is a play that weaves together fragments of stories and presences across time and space, exploring different ways of resisting violence and thinking about peace.

Conversation workshops and book clubs in Italian Ateliers conversation & clubs de lecture en italien

Fri 6 Nov · 17:00–19:00 + 1 other date Free
Bibliothèque Germaine Tillion, 6 rue du Commandant Schlœsing

Come practice Italian at the Germaine Tillion library: conversation workshops and a book club, run by volunteers, open to all and free. A minimum level of A2 is recommended.

Introduction to Korean at the Germaine Tillion Library Initiation au coréen à la bibliothèque Germaine Tillion

Fri 6 Nov · 17:00–19:00 Free ages 16+
Bibliothèque Germaine Tillion, 6 rue du Commandant Schlœsing

An introductory Korean course for beginners, focused on the Hangeul alphabet: reading, writing, history and first expressions. In 6 sessions, from age 16.

“Radio Live – the Day After Egypt” by Aurélie Charon & the Radio Live collective « Radio Live - le jour d'après Egypte » de Aurélie Charon & le collectif Radio Live

Fri 6 Nov · 19:30–22:00 + 1 other date ages 13+
Chaillot - Théâtre national de la Danse, 1, place du Trocadéro et du 11 novembre

A hybrid documentary show blending theatre, live radio, video and music, in which young witnesses from Egypt and Ukraine talk about rebuilding. Ages 13 and up.

GIULIA KAEWICZ

Thu 12 Nov · 20:00–21:50 + 1 other date
Centre Paris Anim' Point du Jour, 1-9 rue du Général Malleterre

Princess Giulia Kaewicz, the last heir of a dynasty, refuses to continue the immoral battles of her ancestors. After the attack that strikes her son, she must choose between revenge and forgiveness, a dilemma that will seal the fate of humanity.

Urgent Run Paris

Sat 14 Nov · 09:30–13:00
Bois de Boulogne, Bois de Boulogne

Urgent Run Paris is a charity run that funds the construction of toilets where they are lacking, particularly in schools.

Literary café Café littéraire

Sat 14 Nov · 11:00–12:30 Free ages 16+
Bibliothèque Germaine Tillion, 6 rue du Commandant Schlœsing

A literary café to talk about your back-to-school reading, with a selection of librarians' favourites. Open to everyone, even if you haven't read anything.

Chaillot Tour Visite Chaillot

Sat 14 Nov · 11:00–13:00
Chaillot - Théâtre national de la Danse, 1, place du Trocadéro et du 11 novembre

Explore the theater's backstage areas and discover the Art Deco works scattered along the route. The Chaillot tours take you behind the curtain and through the stage spaces reserved for artists.

Sewing workshop: Kitchen accessory (pie bag) Stage couture : Accessoire de cuisine (sac à tarte)

Sat 14 Nov · 14:00–17:30 ages 18+
Centre Paris Anim' Point du Jour, 1-9 rue du Général Malleterre

A workshop to discover the basics of sewing by making a personalized pie bag step by step, ready to use.

Resonances Résonnances

Sat 14 Nov · 14:00–18:00
Cité de l'architecture et du patrimoine, 1 place du Trocadéro et du 11 Novembre

A vocal journey by the Maîtrise de Paris at the Cité de l'architecture et du patrimoine.

Family Visit Visite Famille

Sat 14 Nov · 15:00–16:00 ages 5+
Chaillot - Théâtre national de la Danse, 1, place du Trocadéro et du 11 novembre

A 45-minute guided tour designed for children aged 5 and up, with an activity booklet, to discover the history of the Chaillot building and its works, facing the Eiffel Tower.

Puppet Workshop with Alex Rochereau Atelier Marionnettes avec Alex Rochereau

Sat 14 Nov · 15:30–17:00 Free ages 5+
Bibliothèque Germaine Tillion, 6 rue du Commandant Schlœsing

A workshop on making jointed puppets inspired by Philippe Corentin's picture books, for young and old, with sculptor Alex Rochereau.

Book Club in English - Agatha Christie special Book Club en anglais - spécial Agatha Christie

Tue 17 Nov · 14:00–16:00 + 1 other date Free ages 16+
Bibliothèque Germaine Tillion, 6 rue du Commandant Schlœsing

An English-language book club devoted to Agatha Christie: come and recommend a book from her world and discover the choices of the other participants. Open to ages 16 and up.