Things to do in Paris 8th arrondissement: shows, family activities and exhibitions

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Blue Week 2026: "Discovering fabric painting" Beaucour seniors club (Paris 8th) Semaine bleue 2026 : « Découverte de la peinture sur tissus » club séniors Beaucour (Paris 8e)

Thu 8 Oct · 14:00–17:00 Free ages 55+
Club seniors Beaucour, 3, avenue Beaucour

A creative fabric painting workshop to turn clothes, bags or accessories into unique creations, in a friendly atmosphere that promotes reuse.

Korean Calligraphy Workshop Atelier de « Calligraphie Coréenne »

Thu 8 Oct · 15:30–17:00 + 1 other date Free
Centre Culturel Coréen, 20 rue la Boétie

On the occasion of Hangeul Day and the opening of the K-ZONE, the Korean Cultural Center is offering a workshop introducing traditional Korean calligraphy, open to everyone.

Pocket Concert: Famous Barbershop Standards Concert de poche : Famous Barbershop Standards

Thu 8 Oct · 18:30–19:30 Free
Conservatoire à rayonnement régional de Paris - Ida Rubinstein, 14 rue de Madrid

Pocket concert given by the Ensemble de jeunes voix d'hommes, with Clémence Chabrand on piano and Olivier Bardot conducting, featuring barbershop standards.

Of Light DE LUMIÈRE

Thu 8 Oct · 19:00 + 3 other dates
2 Bis Avenue Franklin Roosevelt, 75008 Paris

A hybrid show between autobiography and documentary, blending theatre, live music and cinema, which questions the legacy of fathers and the ritual of bullfighting.

A series to explore democracy at the Théâtre de la Concorde Un cycle pour explorer la démocratie au Théâtre de la Concorde

Thu 8 Oct · 19:00–20:30 + 1 other date Free
Théâtre de la Concorde, 1 Avenue Gabriel

A series of monthly talks in which political scientist Loïc Blondiaux talks with intellectuals to explore major questions about democracy, with a central place given to exchanges with the audience.

Korean Film Club "K-Heritage" Ciné-Club Corée « K-Heritage »

Thu 8 Oct · 19:00–21:25 + 2 other dates Free
Centre Culturel Coréen, 20 rue la Boétie

A special edition of the Korean Film Club, focusing on the Seokguram Grotto and Korean heritage, with a selection of films about history, Buddhist tradition and the city of Gyeongju.

Singin' in the Rain SINGIN'IN THE RAIN

Thu 8 Oct · 20:00 + 56 other dates
116 BIS AV DES CHAMPS-ELYSÉES, 75008 Paris

The famous Hollywood film Singin' in the Rain comes back to life on stage at the Théâtre du Lido in a spectacular new production with actors, singers, a full orchestra, 240 costumes and tap dance choreography.

ED O'BRIEN

Thu 8 Oct · 20:00
252 RUE FAUBOURG SAINT HONORE, 75008 Paris

Radiohead guitarist Ed O'Brien presents his new album 'Blue Morpho' on stage in an immersive concert with a collective of musicians, blending psych-folk and trip-hop.

Fannie unveils her album Une Vie at the Canadian Cultural Centre in Paris on 08/10 Fannie dévoile son album Une Vie au Centre culturel canadien à Paris le 08/10

Thu 8 Oct · 20:00–23:00
Centre culturel canadien à Paris, 130 rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré

Canadian musician Fannie presents her show Une Vie (A Life) in Paris, a musical narrative accompanied on piano, violin and double bass, in which the acoustic songs leave plenty of room for words and emotions.

GOSPEL DREAM

Thu 8 Oct · 20:30 + 1 other date
PLACE DE LA MADELEINE, 75008 Paris

The GOSPEL DREAM choir, active since 1989, performs authentic songs of the African-American Church, bringing together around twenty voices and one or two musicians. A gospel concert open to all, in an exceptional venue.

Petter Wettre Scandinavian Unit

Thu 8 Oct · 20:30–23:00
Le Melville, 28 Rue Jean Mermoz

Norwegian saxophonist Petter Wettre presents his new quartet Scandinavian Unit, blending Nordic jazz, improvisation and melodic elegance. A concert for jazz lovers.

Eure Market

Fri 9 Oct → Sun 11 Oct Free
Cour de Rome Saint-Lazare, Cour de Rome

Eure sets up a 300 m² pop-up space at the Cour de Rome, somewhere between an offbeat supermarket and a foodie hangout: local products, tastings, a terrace and ideas for getaways an hour from Paris.

Digital workshops Ateliers numériques

Fri 9 Oct · 11:00–11:45 + 8 other dates Free
Bibliothèque Jean d'Ormesson, 3 rue de Lisbonne

One-to-one introductory sessions on using a computer or smartphone, by appointment.

Masterclasses, workshops, meet-and-greets, showcase performances and talks Master classes, ateliers, rencontres, restitutions et conférences

Fri 9 Oct · 14:00–17:00 + 10 other dates Free
Conservatoire à rayonnement régional de Paris - Ida Rubinstein, 14, rue de Madrid

Masterclasses, workshops, talks and public showcase performances with guest artists in music, dance and theatre, at the Conservatoire à rayonnement régional de Paris.

The Rochambelles arrive in Paris for the first time at the Théâtre Michel Les Rochambelles débarquent pour la première fois à Paris au Théâtre Michel

Fri 9 Oct · 19:00–21:00 + 26 other dates
Théâtre Michel, 38 rue des Mathurins

After their success at the 2025 Avignon Festival, Les Rochambelles come to Paris for the first time, at the Théâtre Michel. A play about these volunteer ambulance drivers of the Second World War.

OLAFUR ARNALDS

Fri 9 Oct · 20:00 + 1 other date
252 RUE FAUBOURG SAINT HONORE, 75008 Paris

A hybrid concert by Ólafur Arnalds blending old and new repertoire, presented as an intimate and ambitious live experience.

Vivaldi's Four Seasons, Ave Maria, Mendelssohn Concerto Les 4 Saisons de Vivaldi, Ave Maria, Concerto de Mendelssohn

Fri 9 Oct · 20:00–21:15 ages 3+
Eglise de la Madeleine, Place de la Madeleine

A classical music concert bringing together the most famous works of the repertoire, performed by the Hélios orchestra in a Paris church. From age 3.

JEAN-PAUL GASPARIAN - PIANO

Fri 9 Oct · 20:30
45 RUE LA BOETIE, 75008 Paris

Jean-Paul Gasparian performs on piano works by Chopin and Franz Liszt's paraphrases of Verdi operas, for an evening at the height of Romanticism.

Chloé Lecerf Quartet Chloé Lecerf 4tet

Fri 9 Oct · 21:00–23:30
Le Melville, 28 Rue Jean Mermoz

Jazz and bossa nova concert with French-Taiwanese singer Chloé Lecerf and a female quartet, as part of Jazz sur Seine and in support of Octobre Rose.

Family Saturdays · Laure Diebold Nursery Les Samedis en Famille · Crèche Laure Diebold

Sat 10 Oct · 09:30–12:00 + 8 other dates Free
Crèche municipale Laure Diebold (20 rue Laure Diebold), 20 rue Laure Diebold

Paris municipal nurseries open their doors on Saturday mornings for early-learning activities to share as a family: free play, musical awakening, visual arts, yoga or parent-child dance. For families with children under 6 years old.

Children's Street Festival: the programme for the 8th Fête des rues aux enfants : le programme du 8e

Sat 10 Oct · 10:00–13:00 Free
Rue de la Bienfaisance, 12, rue de la Bienfaisance

A morning of free activities for the whole family: games, creative workshops, a smoothie bike and information stands in the 8th arrondissement.

The Adventures of Pinocchio LES AVENTURES DE PINOCCHIO

Sat 10 Oct · 11:00 + 26 other dates
36 Rue des Mathurins, 75008 Paris

Olivier Solivérès revisits Carlo Collodi's famous tale, The Adventures of Pinocchio, a big family show combining images, special effects, sets, songs, humour and poetry. From age 5 and for the whole family.

Literary café at the Jean d'Ormesson library Café littéraire à la bibliothèque Jean d'Ormesson

Sat 10 Oct · 11:00–12:30 Free
Bibliothèque Jean d'Ormesson, 3 rue de Lisbonne

A friendly gathering to share your favourite books and find reading ideas, over a tea or a coffee.

Knights, Princess and Dragon CHEVALIERS, PRINCESSE ET DRAGON

Sat 10 Oct · 14:00 + 23 other dates
36 Rue des Mathurins, 75008 Paris

A wacky chivalric comedy in which the audience elects the knight who wins a great tournament, with fights, jousting and songs. Ages 4 and up, for the whole family.

WHY? WHY? POURQUOI ? POURQUOI ?

Sat 10 Oct · 14:00 + 16 other dates
38 RUE DES MATHURINS, 75008 Paris

Adapted from the podcast "Petit Vulgaire" (Little Vulgar), this interactive show answers the questions children ask: the children choose the topics, to laugh and learn. A moment of popular science that parents will enjoy too.

The Hunchback of Notre Dame LE BOSSU DE NOTRE DAME

Sat 10 Oct · 14:00 + 24 other dates
Carré Marigny, 75008 Paris

A funny, modern version of Victor Hugo's masterpiece, blending theatre, commedia dell'arte and musical comedy, that will delight young and old alike.

The Psychosocio Café: thinking and sharing differently Le Café Psychosocio, réfléchir et partager autrement

Sat 10 Oct · 14:30–16:30 Free
Théâtre de la Concorde, 1 Avenue Gabriel

A friendly meet-up café, open to everyone, with no prerequisites, to share and think together about our ways of living, working and taking part in democratic life. Each participant can suggest a theme that will be explored collectively.

Amadeus Concert - Pasdeloup Orchestra Concert Amadeus - Orchestre Pasdeloup

Sat 10 Oct · 15:00–16:30
Salle Gaveau, 45 Rue La Boétie

Symphony concert by the Pasdeloup Orchestra devoted to Mozart, with a programme featuring the overture to The Clemency of Titus, a clarinet concerto and Symphony No. 41 "Jupiter".

The Courage of Nuance, a one-man show by Jean Birnbaum Le Courage de la nuance, seul-en-scène de Jean Birnbaum

Sat 10 Oct · 19:00–20:30 + 5 other dates
Théâtre de la Concorde, 1 Avenue Gabriel

A theatrical lecture freely inspired by Jean Birnbaum's essay, which turns the stage into a testing ground for thought, blending teaching, humour and dialogue with the audience.

Vivaldi's Four Seasons LES QUATRE SAISONS DE VIVALDI

Sat 10 Oct · 20:00 + 12 other dates
PLACE DE LA MADELEINE, 75008 Paris

Classical music concert presented by Musique et Patrimoine: Vivaldi's Four Seasons, Schubert's Ave Maria and Pachelbel's Canon, performed by the orchestra Les Violons de France.

GOSPEL DREAM

Sat 10 Oct · 20:30 + 7 other dates
23, avenue GEORGE V, 75008 Paris

Since 1989, the GOSPEL DREAM choir has celebrated life, hope and unity through the authentic songs of the African-American Church, with around twenty voices and one or two musicians.

Marta Domingo 5tet

Sat 10 Oct · 21:00–23:30
Le Melville, 28 Rue Jean Mermoz

A female quintet casts a spell with a vibrant mix of flamenco rumba, Cuban son and salsa. A radiant evening of original music and classics reimagined with sunny rhythms!

Toddler Tale: Animalia. Zimba and the Lost Bracelet - Hôtel de la Marine Conte tout petits : Animalia. Zimba et le bracelet perdu - Hôtel de la Marine

Sun 11 Oct · 11:00–12:00 + 7 other dates ages 3+
Hôtel de la Marine, 2, place de la Concorde

A kamishibai tale for toddlers: Zimba, a little monkey, sets out to find his mother's lost bracelet, followed by a short visit to the "Animalia" exhibition.

Grand Tango Concert: Guitar & Dancing Couple Grand Concert Tango : Guitare & Couple de Danseurs

Sun 11 Oct · 16:00–17:00
église St Philippe du Roule, 154 rue du Fbg St Honoré

A musical journey from Spain to Argentina, from romanticism to Argentine tango, with guitarist Ludovic Michel and a dancing couple.

ASTRIG SIRANOSSIAN - ASTRIG SIRANOSSIAN & LA GARDE REPUBLICAINE ASTRIG SIRANOSSIAN - ASTRIG SIRANOSSIAN & LA GARDE REPUBLICAI

Sun 11 Oct · 18:00
45 RUE LA BOETIE, 75008 Paris

Multi-award-winning French cello star Astrig Siranossian meets the Orchestre de la Garde républicaine for the season's first production at Gaveau, with works by Beethoven, Elgar and Bruch.

Natasha Kanapé Fontaine • Marcel Pititkwew • Jean Sioui • Uashteskun Perspectives on French-language Indigenous literature Natasha Kanapé Fontaine • Marcel Pititkwew • Jean Sioui • Uashteskun Regards sur les littératures autochtones francophones

Mon 12 Oct · 20:00–21:30 Free
Centre culturel canadien à Paris, 130 rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré

A literary event at the Canadian Cultural Centre to discover four French-speaking Indigenous voices from Canada, hosted by a journalist and followed by a book sale and signing session.

Lecture: Gustave Doré Conférence : Gustave Doré

Tue 13 Oct · 15:00–17:00 Free
Mairie du 8e arrondissement, 3 rue de Lisbonne

A lecture on Gustave Doré (1832-1883), French illustrator, engraver and painter, led by Claire Chaix de Lavarène, presented by the Société Historique et Archéologique des 8e et 17e arrondissements.

Youth Orchestra: Mozart, Dvořák Orchestre des jeunes : Mozart, Dvořák

Tue 13 Oct · 18:30–20:00 + 1 other date Free
Conservatoire à rayonnement régional de Paris - Ida Rubinstein, 14, rue de Madrid

First concert of the season by the Youth Orchestra, featuring a piano concerto by Mozart and Dvořák's "New World" Symphony.

"Cosmogonia": an immersive experience by Yom « Cosmogonia » : une expérience immersive de Yom

Tue 13 Oct · 19:00–20:00 + 6 other dates
Théâtre de la Concorde, 1 Avenue Gabriel

With Cosmogonia, Yom offers an immersive performance on the border between concert, installation and ritual: a clarinet solo in which sound becomes matter, breath and vibration, conceived as a collective musical meditation. An intimate, sensory experience to be lived by letting yourself be carried through it.

Epsiloon celebrates its 5th anniversary on stage! Epsiloon fête ses 5 ans au théâtre !

Tue 13 Oct · 19:30–21:00
Théâtre de la Madeleine, 19 rue de Surène

For the 5th anniversary of Epsiloon magazine, the editorial team takes to the stage at the Théâtre de la Madeleine in Paris for a special evening blending science, current events and behind the scenes of the publication, with surprise guests and musicians.

Keledjian Quartet Keledjian 4tet

Tue 13 Oct · 20:30–23:00
Le Melville, 28 Rue Jean Mermoz

Elisabeth Keledjian, jazz drummer and singer, presents with her quartet a musical journey through the great jazz standards, between swing, blues and ballads. A warm and elegant evening for jazz lovers.

Let's play together to fight discrimination! Jouons ensemble pour lutter contre les discriminations !

Wed 14 Oct · 10:00–16:00 Free
Anim&Tap Education, 22, rue de Constantinople

A free workshop open to everyone, with games, activities and discussions to better understand discrimination and prejudice, and to learn together how to act for more equality.

Baby Stroll at the Petit Palais Baby balade au Petit Palais

Wed 14 Oct · 10:30–11:30 + 9 other dates ages 1+
Petit Palais - Musée des beaux-arts de la Ville de Paris, 2 avenue Winston-Churchill

A sensory visit to discover the masterpieces of the Petit Palais at a child's level, with a sensory kit to see, touch, smell and hear the works. For families with babies aged 12 to 24 months.

Visit to the Hôtel de la Marine Visite de l'Hôtel de la Marine

Wed 14 Oct · 13:40–15:30
Hôtel de la Marine, 2 place de la Concorde

The association France Dépression Paris Île-de-France is organizing a guided tour of the Hôtel de la Marine, open to anyone who would like to share a friendly and caring moment.

Antigone

Wed 14 Oct · 19:00–20:25 + 6 other dates ages 12+
Théâtre des Mathurins, 36, rue des Mathurins

The 2026 version of Antigone, performed by Déborah Moreau and directed by Andréa Bescond, revisits Jean Anouilh's text as a one-woman show in an organic and contemporary way: with humour, music, anger and energy.

RICARDO MONTANER

Wed 14 Oct · 20:00
252 RUE FAUBOURG SAINT HONORE, 75008 Paris

Ricardo Montaner, a leading figure in Latin American music, returns to the stage in Paris for an exceptional concert. He will perform his greatest hits, celebrating more than forty years of his career.

Vivaldi's Four Seasons, Ave Maria and Famous Adagios Les 4 Saisons de Vivaldi, Ave Maria et Célèbres Adagios

Wed 14 Oct · 20:00–21:15 + 2 other dates
Eglise de la Madeleine, Place de la Madeleine

Concert by the Hélios orchestra devoted to Vivaldi's Four Seasons and famous adagios, in a Paris church.

Franck Ferrand Invites Gershwin FRANCK FERRAND INVITE GERSHWIN

Wed 14 Oct · 20:30
45 RUE LA BOETIE, 75008 Paris

Franck Ferrand tells the story of composers, accompanied on stage by a renowned soloist: a rare moment of interplay between words and music.

BADKE (REMIX)

Wed 14 Oct · 20:30 + 3 other dates
2 BIS AVENUE FRANKLIN ROOSEVELT, 75008 Paris

Badke (remix) reinvents a legendary show with Palestinian artists: from dabke to contemporary dance, a blend of hip-hop, capoeira, circus and kickboxing set to fusion music.

Chrystelle Alour Quartet Jazz Bossa Nova Chrystelle Alour 4tet Jazz Bossa Nova

Wed 14 Oct · 20:30–23:00
Le Melville, 28 Rue Jean Mermoz

Four female musicians blend jazz and Brazilian music, from swing to bossa nova, mixing great Brazilian songs and revisited standards in a warm and inspired musical journey.

Symphony Orchestra: Beethoven, Berlioz Orchestre symphonique : Beethoven, Berlioz

Thu 15 Oct · 18:30–20:00 + 1 other date Free
Conservatoire à rayonnement régional de Paris - Ida Rubinstein, 14, rue de Madrid

First concert of the season by the Conservatory Symphony Orchestra, with works by Beethoven and Berlioz.

TWO VIENNA(S) | BEETHOVEN | WEBERN DEUX VIENNE(S) | BEETHOVEN | WEBERN

Thu 15 Oct · 20:00–22:00
Théâtre des Champs-Elysées, 15 avenue Montaigne

A concert by the Orchestre de chambre de Paris (Paris Chamber Orchestra) around Beethoven and Webern, two faces of Vienna more than a century apart, with violinist Alena Baeva and conductor Philipp von Steinaecker.

Marta Domingo & Claire Lamothe Duo

Thu 15 Oct · 20:30–23:00
Le Melville, 28 Rue Jean Mermoz

Marta Domingo, a Spanish singer, blends Iberian traditions with poetry by Machado and Lorca. With Claire Lamothe on piano, they create a vibrant and moving musical world.

Free Grand Concert at La Madeleine Grand Concert Gratuit à la Madeleine

Fri 16 Oct · 16:00–17:00 Free
Eglise de la Madeleine, Place de la Madeleine

An exceptional choral concert given by the 120 singers of the Salt Lake Singers, who have come from Utah. On the programme: a mix of old and modern choral classics, a cappella or accompanied on a grand piano.

FKJ

Fri 16 Oct · 20:00
252 RUE FAUBOURG SAINT HONORE, 75008 Paris

FKJ makes his big return to the stage in Paris, more than 3 years after his last concert, to present his new album Tyber.

Viktorija Gečytė Quartet Viktorija Gečytė 4tet

Fri 16 Oct · 21:00–23:30
Le Melville, 28 Rue Jean Mermoz

Viktorija Gečytė, a Lithuanian jazz singer, performs with her quartet in a concert blending classic jazz standards and her own compositions. For jazz lovers and fans of beautiful voices.

Family tour "Once Upon a Time" at the Arc de Triomphe Visite en famille « Il était une fois » à l'Arc de triomphe

Sat 17 Oct · 10:00–11:30 + 1 other date ages 6+
Arc de triomphe, Place Charles de Gaulle - Étoile

A participatory, theatrical family tour of the Arc de Triomphe, punctuated by tales, shadow puppetry and drawings, where young and old alike are invited to take part.

Monument Jeu d'Enfant: family detective game "1792. The Affair of the Missing Jewels" Monument Jeu d'Enfant : jeu d'enquête en famille "1792. L’affaire des joyaux disparus"

Sat 17 Oct · 11:00–13:00 + 3 other dates ages 12+
Hôtel de la Marine, 2, place de la Concorde

For this new edition of Monument Jeu d'Enfant, the Hôtel de la Marine offers a historical, theatrical detective game for the whole family: solve the theft of the Crown jewels in 1792, through salons and galleries, guided by actors.

TRIBUTE TO NAÂMAN

Sat 17 Oct · 20:00
252 RUE FAUBOURG SAINT HONORE, 75008 Paris

A one-off concert at Salle Pleyel celebrating the work of Naâman, led by his musicians and those close to him. A collective celebration to keep his music and his message alive.

Mozart's Requiem & Ravel's Boléro Requiem de Mozart & Boléro de Ravel

Sat 17 Oct · 20:45–22:00 + 1 other date
Église de La Madeleine, place de la Madeleine

Concert of Mozart's Requiem and Ravel's Boléro by the Orchestre Hélios and the Chœur Hélios Éphémère, at the church of La Madeleine in Paris.