Things to do in Paris this weekend

Les Arènes Lyriques

The 2026 Les Arènes Lyriques concert returns for two final performances, blending romantic opera and soul. An intimate experience not to be missed.

Loner Deer - Release Party

Loner Deer, a folk-country singer-songwriter, presents his new album Wildflowers at a release party. A concert for fans of acoustic music and simple emotions.

Les Wriggles live at the Olympia Les Wriggles en spectacle à l'Olympia

Les Wriggles, a French chanson and comedy group, are returning to the stage in 2026-2027 with a tour that includes Paris. A live show blending songs, humour and spoken word, for fans of offbeat French chanson.

Modern 4-Count Rock Dance Evening, Masquerade Ball Theme Soirée dansante Rock 4 Temps moderne thème Bal Masqué

A Modern 4-Count Rock dance evening with a "Masquerade Ball" theme, including a beginner's introductory class. No need to come with a partner or know how to dance: everyone dances with everyone, in a friendly atmosphere.

THE NIGHTS OF SAINT-ROCH LES NUITS DE SAINT-ROCH

An immersive show of monumental video mapping in the Saint-Roch church, driven by an imaginary dialogue between a child and André Le Nôtre, with live music on some evenings.

GOSPEL DREAM

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.

VIVALDI: THE FOUR SEASONS VIVALDI : LES QUATRE SAISONS

A concert of Vivaldi's Four Seasons, complemented by Ave Marias and sacred arias by Caccini, Mozart, Bach, Schubert, Gounod, Fauré and Bizet, and Pachelbel's Canon, in a Paris church.

Aby - A play with a pop melancholy! Aby - Une pièce de théâtre à la mélancolie pop !

Aby and Laura meet again after years of silence: between Britney Spears, childhood memories and settling of scores, a pop tragicomedy about memory and what we invent to keep loving those we have lost.

Nrityarpana - A Dance Offering Nrityarpana - Une Offrande Dansée

A Bharatanatyam recital, a classical Indian dance form, exploring the great moments of humanity: joy, separation, anguish, love. A show to discover this ancient art.

The Day of the Night at Montsouris Le jour de la Nuit à Montsouris

As part of the Day of the Night, the French Astronomy Association invites you to observe the starry sky in Montsouris park, with the naked eye and with instruments, and to think about light pollution and its effects on biodiversity.

Vivaldi's Four Seasons LES 4 SAISONS DE VIVALDI

Concert by the Orchestre Hélios devoted to Vivaldi's Four Seasons and Mozart's A Little Night Music, with Glen Rouxel as solo violinist.

Vivaldi's Four Seasons Complete & Mozart's A Little Night Music Les 4 saisons de Vivaldi intégrale & Petite Musique de Nuit de Mozart

Classical concert at the Saint-Germain-des-Prés church: the complete Four Seasons by Vivaldi and Mozart's A Little Night Music, performed by the Hélios orchestra.

Charity concert: Note & Bien joue Mahler for research Concert caritatif: Note & Bien joue Mahler au profit de la recherche

A charity concert by the association Note & Bien, with choir and orchestra, in aid of research into Hao-Fountain syndrome, a rare genetic disease.

THE WORLD OF BANKSY

An immersive experience in the world of street art: a journey into the universe of the artist's works, between urban atmospheres and mural works without borders. For graffiti artists, stencil lovers, urban art enthusiasts and the curious.

THOMAS FERSEN

Alone on stage with three musicians, Thomas Fersen adapts his novel "Comme on quitte un imperméable" (Like Taking Off a Raincoat): a tender and funny journey of initiation, blending new songs and his back catalogue.

Inferno: The Last Night of Disco INFERNO - LA DERNIÈRE NUIT DU DISCO

A musical driven by the greatest disco funk hits: Carmen rules the club Inferno, where Bianca, a young dancer whose life is about to be turned upside down, arrives. A whirlwind of dance and live music, amid family, power and revenge.

Manufacturing Secrets SECRETS DE FABRICATION

Alexandra Duvivier presents her one-woman magic show, blending an artist's secrets with moments of dream and joy of living.

The People We Love Les gens qu'on aime

In the early 1980s, Sara and Hugo fall in love to the rhythm of Patti Smith and Bowie, until illness intrudes on what seemed to be a romantic comedy. Ages 12 and up.

NAPO

Napoleon, projected from Waterloo into 2026, enters the French presidential campaign. A comedy by Eric Delcourt.

The Secret of the Shadows Le Secret des Ombres

A theatrical thriller set against the backdrop of the Resistance: Christian, intrigued by a photo of his recently deceased father, investigates with his wife the buried secrets of his family and of the Musée de l'Homme network.

Article 353 of the Penal Code Article 353 du Code pénal

Alone on stage, Vincent Garanger plays a man on trial for throwing a body into the sea, and retraces the chain of events before the judge. An adaptation of the novel by Tanguy Viel, for an adult audience.

Viva México Festival - Screening of "On the road" Festival Viva México - Projection de "On the road"

As part of the 14th edition of the Viva Mexico festival, a screening of director David Pablos's latest film, "On the road", followed by an online meeting with the director.

Marta Domingo 5tet

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!

BABEL

After the success of its previous shows, Le Bon Marché Rive Gauche invites choreographer Mourad Merzouki for a brand-new creation blending dance and circus, a dreamlike interpretation of the myth of the Tower of Babel.

The Weight of Water Le poids de l'eau

In a swimming pool's changing rooms, two men meet for the first time. Amid the smell of chlorine and the steam, an unlikely friendship is born, made of raw confidences about pain and loneliness.

#JamVocale / Valentin's Open Mic #JamVocale / OpenMic de Valentin

A vocal jam led by Raphaël Berrien on guitar and Valentin Caillon on piano and vocals. The must-attend event every Saturday from 11:00 pm!

Late-night jazz session · Mailo Rakotonanahary, late show and jam session at 38Riv Jazz Club Late session jazz · Mailo Rakotonanahary, late show et jam session au 38Riv Jazz Club

Two evenings of jazz with Mailo Rakotonanahary and his classmates: a late show followed by a jam session until the club closes. A programme for fans of jazz and improvisation.

Heat Club by Saturation Collective & 100°C Heat Club By Saturation Collective & 100°C

Saturation Collective and 100°C join forces for the first time with HEAT CLUB, a new series of parties that turn up the heat, with an all-night-long club format in the basement of La Machine du Moulin Rouge.

Tear Club Is Back at La Machine du Moulin Rouge! Tear Club Is Back à La Machine du Moulin Rouge !

An electro night with a line-up of DJ sets and a live performance, in the Central room of La Machine du Moulin Rouge. Adults only.

My First Film-Concert: "Family Memories" Mon premier ciné-concert « Souvenirs de famille »

A film-concert for a first sensory experience: five animated films accompanied by a brass quartet and a celesta. Recommended for ages 4 and up.

Workshop: Making "Scented Oil and Lip Balm" Atelier création "Huile parfumée et baume à lèvre"

A friendly workshop to create your own scented oil with the fragrances of your choice and a natural lip balm, and learn how to take care of yourself naturally.

Baby visit at the Musée de l'Orangerie Visite bébé au musée de l'Orangerie

A crawling visit immersed in Monet's garden at Giverny. Book your tickets in advance because they sell out very quickly!

Sunday sport in Paris: badminton and table tennis at Le Stadium gymnasium Paris sport dimanches : badminton et tennis de table au gymnase Le Stadium

Paris Sport Dimanches offers the chance to play badminton and table tennis for free all year round, with no registration, at sports centres in Paris. The City of Paris sports instructors welcome you.

Farmer for a day at the René Binet educational farm (18th arrondissement) Soigneur d'un jour à la ferme pédagogique René Binet (18e)

Discover behind the scenes of the livestock at the urban educational farm and take part in the farmer's daily activities: observing and feeding the animals. An activity to share as a family, from age 3.

Parent-Child Dance Duo Workshops 18 months-3 years Ateliers en duo Parent-Enfant Danse 18 mois-3 ans

A parent-child dance duo workshop combining movement, rhythm, songs and nursery rhymes, for children aged 18 months (walking confidently) to 3 years accompanied by a parent who also takes part.

Paris Sportives: Basketball by Paris Lady Basket Paris Sportives : Basketball par Paris Lady Basket

Basketball sessions open to all, combining physical training, game techniques and matches, to get started or improve in a friendly and inclusive atmosphere.

Gardening workshop "Cuttings of Aromatic Herbs" Atelier jardinage « Boutures d'Aromatiques »

A workshop to learn how to propagate perennial kitchen-garden plants by taking cuttings, with two techniques and advice so you can go home with your own herb cuttings. For people who already garden, on a balcony, terrace or windowsill.

Pink October: sound and relaxation session at Piscine Georges Hermant! Octobre Rose : séance sonore et détente à la Piscine Georges Hermant !

A soothing, relaxing session around a calm pool, led by Ina Kouamé: guided breathing, singing bowls and vibrational immersion to let go gently.

Family sports in Paris: multisports and motor-skills course at the Suzanne Liebrard sports centre Paris sport familles : multisports et parcours motricité au centre sportif Suzanne Liebrard

The City of Paris offers a multisports and motor-skills session for families, with free activities for children aged 3 to 7 accompanied by their parents.

Family sports in Paris: children's and parents' activities at the Bréguet sports centre Paris sport familles : activités enfants / parents au centre sportif Bréguet

The City of Paris invites families to a children's and parents' activity session at the Bréguet sports centre, for children aged 3 to 7 accompanied by a parent.

Paris Sport Sundays: Getting back in shape at the Georges Carpentier sports centre Paris sport dimanches : Remise en forme au centre sportif Georges Carpentier

Paris Sport Dimanches offers an outdoor fitness session, free and with no registration, open to everyone, alone, in a group or with family.

Paris Sport Sundays: Getting back in shape in Parc Montsouris Paris sport dimanches : Remise en forme au Parc Montsouris

Paris Sport Dimanches offers a free outdoor fitness session, open to everyone, alone, in a group or with family, with no advance registration.

Paris Sport Sundays: Getting back in shape at Parc André Citroën Paris sport dimanches : Remise en forme au Parc André Citroën

Paris Sport Dimanches offers a free outdoor sports session, open to everyone, alone, in a group or with family. Come and take part in a fitness activity at Parc André Citroën.

Paris Sport Sundays: Getting back in shape in Parc Georges Brassens Paris sport dimanches : Remise en forme au Parc Georges Brassens

Paris Sport Dimanches offers a free outdoor fitness session, open to everyone, alone, in a group or with family, with no advance registration.

Persian singing workshop Atelier de chant persan

A workshop introducing traditional Iranian singing, open to everyone, exploring vocal technique, Persian poetry and ornaments (tahrirs) through learning a tasnif.

Artist's Sweater: Textile Workshop Around the Exhibition "L'étoffe de l'artiste" Pull d'artiste : atelier textile autour de l'exposition « L’étoffe de l’artiste »

After exploring the exhibition "L'étoffe de l'artiste" (The Artist's Cloth), give a new life to your sweaters that are full of holes, stained or felted, using embroidery and visible mending. Remember to bring your own sweater to repair.

Paris Sport Sundays: Football and strength training at TEP Angélique Duchemin (formerly Amandiers) Paris sport dimanches : Football et renforcement musculaire au TEP Angélique Duchemin (ex- Amandiers)

Paris Sport Sundays offers a free two-hour sports session, open to everyone, alone, in a group or with family, with no advance registration.

Science Festival at the Sewer Museum! La fête de la science au Musée des Egouts !

A free day at the Paris Sewer Museum, as part of the Science Festival: free exploration of around 500 metres of galleries beneath the quai d'Orsay, with areas on the history of Parisian sanitation.

Loop Festival | Street Photography Festival Loop | Street Photography

A street photography festival in all its forms, open to curious amateurs as well as photographers wanting to deepen their practice of image-making in public space.

For the Science Festival, ENS-PSL invites you to celebrate all knowledge on Sunday, October 11! Pour la fête de la science, l’ENS-PSL vous invite à fêter tous les savoirs dimanche 11 octobre !

ENS-PSL opens its doors for the Science Festival: lectures, shows, quizzes and meetings with researchers, for young and old alike, around dialogue between disciplines.

The Ladybug and the Gardener LA COCCINELLE ET LE JARDINIER

Chinese Calligraphy Workshop: My Authentic Stroke Atelier Calligraphie chinoise : Mon trait authentique

An introductory Chinese calligraphy workshop for beginners, introducing the basic techniques of different styles and the fundamental aesthetics of this art, in an artistic, cultural and philosophical immersion and a journey of self-discovery.

Capucine's Nursery Rhymes LES COMPTINES DE CAPUCINE

Capucine goes in search of her cuddly toy, singing the nursery rhymes of our childhood. A gentle, poetic musical journey for little ones aged 1 to 7.

Paris Sportives: Women's Baby Football with the Graines de Footballeuses association Paris Sportives : Baby-Football Féminin avec l'association Graines de Footballeuses

A weekly 100% women's football session specially designed for the very youngest, ages 3 to 6, to discover the sport while having fun and in complete safety.

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

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.

Paris Sportives: Basketball with the La Domremy Basket 13 association Paris Sportives : Basketball avec l'association La Domremy Basket 13

Basketball sessions open to everyone, with a supervised slot for under-18s and a dynamic training session for adults, in a friendly and inclusive atmosphere.

Intergenerational Laughter Workshop at Le Hasard Ludique Atelier de rigologie intergénérationnel au Hasard Ludique

An intergenerational laughter workshop where laughter, togetherness and good cheer are guaranteed, combining laughter yoga, playful relaxation, mime, singing, dancing and relaxation. Open to children, teens, parents, grandparents and adults.

Shakespeare's Songs

Concert by the Chœur de la Maîtrise de Paris featuring Shakespeare's songs, with piano, harp and violin.

ImprOse Workshops (improvisation and writing) Ateliers ImprOse (improvisation et écriture)

A free workshop in improvisation and creative writing, open to everyone, including shy people. No need to know how to write or to be comfortable speaking in public: you experiment and invent at your own pace.

Family Visit at the Bourse de Commerce — Pinault Collection Visite en famille à la Bourse de Commerce — Pinault Collection

Led by a guide, this family visit invites children and adults alike to explore the exhibition "Remember Me" through observation challenges, stories to invent and games about photography.