Free things to do in Paris: free events and activities

1492 upcoming free events in Paris: exhibitions, workshops, concerts and guided visits.
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Sunday Tribute - 80's Frontwomen

Sun 18 Oct · 19:00–23:00 Free
SUPERSONIC, 9 Rue Biscornet

Every Sunday, Supersonic pays tribute to the great icons of rock and pop with live concerts by local bands. This evening is devoted to the female voices of the 1980s.

Tree rally for the youngest Rallye arbres pour les plus jeunes

Mon 19 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, free registration required.

Film your 10th! Filme ton 10e !

Mon 19 Oct · 14:00–17:00 + 3 other dates Free ages 13+
Centre Paris Anim' Château Landon, 31 Rue du Château Landon

A project combining writing and smartphone video production to show the 10th arrondissement your own way. Open to young people aged 13 to 16 who live in the 10th.

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

Mon 19 Oct · 14:30–16:30 + 1 other date Free
Centre de PMI Ménilmontant, 115 boulevard de Ménilmontant

A free workshop for expectant parents and parents of newborns, led by specialists, to understand the impact of the environment on a baby's health and take simple everyday action.

Special opening and guided tours – MaSH 2026 - Grands Lacs exhibition - The shared horizon of inland seas Ouverture exceptionnelle et visites guidées – MaSH 2026 - Exposition Grands Lacs - L’horizon commun des mers intérieures

Mon 19 Oct · 17:00–21:00 Free
Centre culturel canadien à Paris, 130 rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré

The Canadian Cultural Centre is taking part in MaSH, the kick-off of Paris Art Week: the exhibition “Grands Lacs – L'horizon commun des mers intérieures” (Great Lakes – The shared horizon of inland seas) is open to all until 9 pm, with two guided tours by reservation.

Living in a Changing World - a talk by Aimée Bouchet Habiter un monde qui change - conférence d'Aimée Bouchet

Mon 19 Oct · 18:30–20:30 Free
Makesense_space, 11 rue Biscornet

A talk by photojournalist Aimée Bouchet on how to inhabit and tell the story of a world in transformation, between expedition accounts and environmental upheaval.

The Message of Rocks, or the Story of the Earth Le message des roches ou l’histoire de la Terre

Mon 19 Oct · 19:00–20:00 Free
Bibliothèque publique d'information, 40 avenue des Terroirs de France

As part of the series "Geology, the Underground Foundation of Our World", the Bibliothèque publique d'information is hosting a discussion about rocks with three geologists.

The Homesick • Group-Ensemble The Homesick • group-ensemble

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

An indie electronic evening with the Dutch trio The Homesick and the Brussels collective Group-Ensemble, for fans of experimental pop and electronic music.

Exhibition "Workshop Mosaic" Exposition "Mosaïque d'atelier"

Tue 20 Oct · 10:00–13:00 + 6 other dates Free
Maison de la vie associative et citoyenne, 76, rue Daguerre

For its twentieth anniversary, GEM Connexion Plus is exhibiting around thirty works created by members of its drawing and watercolour workshop.

Tree rally for the youngest Rallye arbres pour les plus jeunes

Tue 20 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.

Discovering Cucurbits at the Ferme de Paris Découverte des cucurbitacés à la Ferme de Paris

Tue 20 Oct · 14:00–16:00 + 7 other dates Free
La Ferme de Paris, 24 route de la Tourelle

The Ferme de Paris is offering an activity stand to discover the farm's cucurbits and squashes, with activities for young and old. A walk around the farm is also possible during this season.

Film your 10th! Filme ton 10e !

Tue 20 Oct · 14:00–17:00 + 3 other dates Free ages 13+
Centre Paris Anim' Grange aux Belles, 6 Rue Boy-Zelensky

A project combining writing and smartphone video production, to show the 10th arrondissement in your own way. Open to young people aged 13 to 16 who live in the 10th.

The Ear Doesn't Take a Nap - September | October L'Oreille ne fait pas la sieste - septembre | octobre

Tue 20 Oct · 14:30–15:30 Free ages 15+
Médiathèque Marguerite Duras, 115, rue de Bagnolet

Activities to discover the resources accessible to the visually impaired at the Lire autrement section of the Marguerite Duras multimedia library.

An evening with Selma Lagerlöf, the first woman to win the Nobel Prize in Literature! Une soirée avec Selma Lagerlöf, première femme prix Nobel de littérature !

Tue 20 Oct · 18:30–20:00 Free
Bibliothèque Sainte-Geneviève, 6, rue Valette

A talk by Maria Hansson, interspersed with readings by Anny Romand, on the life of Selma Lagerlöf, the first woman to win the Nobel Prize in Literature, and her international acclaim.

Cherryholt • Valet

Tue 20 Oct · 19:00–23:00 Free
SUPERSONIC, 9 Rue Biscornet

Two concerts in one evening: Cherryholt, an English indie-pop quintet with youthful energy, then Valet, a Parisian band blending rock, jazz and neo soul. For live music fans.

Cinema | My First Festival Cinéma | Mon 1er festival

Wed 21 Oct → Thu 22 Oct Free ages 3+
Bibliothèque L'Heure joyeuse, 6-12 rue des Prêtres Saint-Séverin

As part of My First Festival, the L'Heure Joyeuse library is offering a session with readings and screenings of two short films, for children aged 3 to 6.

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.

Nature Board Games: "Under the Leaves of the Trees" Special Jeux de société nature : Spécial "Sous les feuilles des arbres"

Wed 21 Oct · 14:00–15:30 Free ages 3+
Maison Paris Nature, Pavillons 1 et 2 du Parc Floral de Paris, route de la Pyramide

A board game workshop on the theme of nature, led by an Environmental Advisor, to discover living beings under the trees. Accessible from age 3, adults and children play together.

Margot's Little Cinema Le P’tit ciné de Margot

Wed 21 Oct · 15:00–16:00 + 1 other date Free ages 5+
Médiathèque Marguerite Yourcenar, 41, rue d'Alleray

A cinema session with a selection of short films and animal documentaries, in a cosy atmosphere. For children aged 5 and up.

Nature Reading: Wild Humour Lecture Nature : Humour sauvage

Wed 21 Oct · 15:30–16:15 Free ages 3+
Maison Paris Nature, Pavillons 1 et 2 du Parc Floral de Paris, route de la Pyramide

Every month, the Maison Paris Nature offers readings of stories chosen from the Nature Library collection. This month, stories in which animals make us laugh, for accompanied children aged 3 and up.

“Najeon Chilgi” Workshop – Creating with Hangeul Atelier « Najeon Chilgi » – Création autour du hangeul

Wed 21 Oct · 16:00–17:30 + 5 other dates Free ages 6+
Centre Culturel Coréen, 20 rue la Boétie

An introductory workshop to Najeon Chilgi, the traditional Korean art of mother-of-pearl decoration, combined with a discovery of hangeul. Participants create their own accessory decorated with a motif inspired by a Korean character.

4:04 pm: popcorn and chills at the movies 16h04 : ciné pop-corn & frissons

Wed 21 Oct · 16:00–17:30 Free ages 6+
Bibliothèque Assia Djebar, 1 rue Reynaldo Hahn

A special Halloween movie screening to give the whole family the chills! Come in costume.

Benjamin Lacombe and Mickaël Brun-Arnaud book signing at Fnac Forum des Halles! Benjamin Lacombe et Mickaël Brun-Arnaud en dédicace à la Fnac Forum des Halles !

Wed 21 Oct · 18:00–20:00 Free
Fnac Forum des Halles, 1-7 rue Pierre Lescot

Meet-and-greet and book signing with Benjamin Lacombe and Mickaël Brun-Arnaud, on the occasion of the release of their new book "L'atelier Grand Feuille" (The Grand Feuille Workshop).

Support group - talking about sexist and sexual violence Groupe de parole - parler des violences sexistes et sexuelles

Wed 21 Oct · 18:30–20:30 Free
Maison de la Vie Associative et Citoyenne du 13e arrondissement, 31 rue Bobillot

Monthly support group run by the association The Witches' Society to speak about your experience of sexist and sexual violence and to talk about your healing journey. Open to women and gender minorities.

Campaigning and getting your project known online Faire campagne et faire connaitre son projet en ligne

Wed 21 Oct · 19:00–21:00 Free
Maison de la Vie Associative et Citoyenne du 11e arrondissement, 8 rue du Général Renault

A workshop to define your online communication strategy: knowing your audience, writing for social networks and structuring your first content. A selection of resources is provided.

Lemonsuckr

Wed 21 Oct · 19:00–23:00 Free
SUPERSONIC, 9 Rue Biscornet

Post-punk concert by the British band Lemonsuckr, described as true on-stage chaos. For fans of Fat Dog, The Strokes and Adult Dvd.

Meet SOS MÉDITERRANÉE Rencontre avec SOS MÉDITERRANÉE

Wed 21 Oct · 19:30–21:30 Free
Maison de la Conversation, 10 Rue Maurice Grimaud

Meet volunteers from SOS MÉDITERRANÉE to learn about their sea rescue missions, followed by a discussion with the audience, as part of the closing of the exhibition Couloirs irréguliers (Irregular Corridors).

First Aid Basics for Babies Initiation aux gestes qui sauvent pour bébé

Thu 22 Oct · 10:00–12:00 + 1 other date Free
Maison des 1000 premiers jours du 18ème arrondissement, 16 rue Cavé

A workshop to learn what to do in an emergency with a baby, led by a pediatric nurse. Open to expectant parents and parents of infants, alone, as a couple, or with their baby.

Time to Move Forum: Going International Forum Time to Move Partir à l'international

Thu 22 Oct · 10:00–18:00 Free
Mairie du 15ème, 31 rue Peclet

A forum to make an overseas mobility project a reality: language stays, studies, working holidays or volunteering. Organizations, professionals and talks to help you choose your path.

French conversation workshop at the Aimé Césaire library (Paris 14th) Atelier de conversation en français à la bibliothèque Aimé Césaire ( Paris 14e)

Thu 22 Oct · 11:00–12:00 + 3 other dates Free
Bibliothèque Aimé Césaire, 5 rue de Ridder

A French conversation workshop for adult learners, over a coffee or tea, to chat and make progress. Intermediate level recommended, free entry.

The Paris MDPH in Pink! La MDPH de Paris en rose !

Thu 22 Oct · 15:00–17:00 Free
MDPH de Paris, 69, rue de la Victoire

For Pink October, the Paris MDPH is welcoming the CPAM and the Maison RoseUp for a time of information and discussion about prevention, rights and procedures with the MDPH.

My first health and environment workshop at the Maison des 1000 premiers jours du 20ème Mon premier atelier santé environnement à la Maison des 1000 premiers jours du 20ème

Thu 22 Oct · 17:30–19:30 + 1 other date Free
Maison des 1000 premiers jours du 20ème arrondissement, 9 passage des Tourelles

A free workshop to help expectant parents and parents of newborns create a healthy environment during pregnancy and the baby's first months.

Concerts "The Sea of Korea, Seokguram and Bulguksa" Concerts « La mer de Corée, Seokguram et Bulguksa »

Thu 22 Oct · 19:00–20:30 + 1 other date Free
Centre Culturel Coréen, 20 rue la Boétie

Two concerts devoted to the world of Korean composer Daeseong Kim, between Korean musical traditions and contemporary creation, as part of a programme on the kingdom of Silla.

Decrypt in dialogue: "Whose Peace? Warmongers, peace fictions, and the narratives of imperial order" Décript in dialogue : "Whose Peace? Warmongers, peace fictions, and the narratives of imperial order"

Thu 22 Oct · 19:00–21:00 Free
Fondation Maison des Sciences de l'Homme (FMSH), 54, boulevard Raspail

A meeting in English about the book "They Called It Peace. Worlds of Imperial Violence" with historian Lauren Benton and journalist Eleanor Beardsley, as part of the FMSH's DÉCRIPT programme.

Market gardening work session Chantier maraicher

Fri 23 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 to learn about market gardening: on the agenda, a discussion about soil and sowing green manure. Remember to come with suitable clothing and your lunch.

PERFORMISSIMA 3

Fri 23 Oct → Sat 24 Oct Free
Centre Wallonie-Bruxelles, 127-129 rue Saint-Martin

Third edition of the international performing arts festival at the Wallonia-Brussels Centre, a performance marathon bringing together around fifty artists from Brussels, Wallonia and about ten countries.

Exhibition and Book Launch by Alyssa Jos Exposition et lancement du livre de Alyssa Jos

Fri 23 Oct → Sun 25 Oct Free
Galerie de l'Oeil Bleu, 32 rue Notre Dame de Nazareth

Alyssa Jos transforms Paris's dead leaves into artistic creations and handmade decorative pieces. A sensitive exhibition about an ephemeral resource, for an audience curious about nature and craftsmanship.

MUSHROOMS, an exhibition by the Société mycologique de France CHAMPIGNONS, une exposition de la Société mycologique de France

Fri 23 Oct → Sun 25 Oct Free
Parc Floral de Paris, 1 route de l'artillerie

An exhibition open to everyone to discover the diversity of mushrooms, their role in forest ecosystems and to talk with specialists.

Sow now to harvest until spring Semez maintenant pour récolter jusqu'au printemps

Fri 23 Oct · 15:00–16:30 Free
Maison du Jardinage et du Compostage, 41, rue Paul-Belmondo - Parc de Bercy

A workshop to discover the seeds to sow in autumn and prepare your gardening space for spring. For gardeners, beginners or not.

Walid Raad - Festival of (in)gratitude

Fri 23 Oct · 15:00–18:00 + 22 other dates Free
Le CENTQUATRE-PARIS (104), 5 Rue Curial

The artist Walid Raad presents recent works relating to the wars in the Middle East over the past 40 years: photographs, collages, drawings, texts, sculptures and videos, with guided tours in which he tells invented, passed-down or found stories.

Story Time Goes to the Movies Les racontines font leur cinéma

Fri 23 Oct · 16:30–17:15 + 1 other date Free ages 2+
Cinéma des Cinéastes, 7 avenue de Clichy

As part of Mon Premier Festival, story readings and short film screenings on the theme "In Every Sense," at the Batignolles library and the Cinéma des Cinéastes (Paris 17). For children ages 2 to 4.

Video game session at the Aimé Césaire library Animation jeux vidéo à la bibliothèque Aimé Césaire

Fri 23 Oct · 17:00–18:00 Free ages 10+
Bibliothèque Aimé Césaire, 5 rue de Ridder

One Friday a month, in the children's area, come and enjoy a friendly time with a selection of video games. A get-together for ages 10-15.

Men and co-parents speak out Parole d'hommes et co-parents

Fri 23 Oct · 17:00–19:00 + 1 other date Free
Maison des 1000 premiers jours du 20ème arrondissement, 9 passage des Tourelles

A free and supportive discussion group for parents and expectant parents, led by health professionals from the 20th arrondissement. A space to share experiences and build connections around parenthood.

Circus and basketball workshop — PARIS 20 Atelier cirque et basket-ball — PARIS 20

Fri 23 Oct · 17:00–19:00 Free
City stade, 72 Bd Lefebvre, 75015 Paris

A free workshop open to everyone that combines circus and basketball: you can try out tricks while scoring baskets.

Meet Nicolas Martin Rencontre avec Nicolas Martin

Fri 23 Oct · 19:00–21:00 Free ages 16+
Bibliothèque Rainer Maria Rilke, 88 Ter boulevard de Port-Royal

As part of the Month of the Imaginary, a meeting with Nicolas Martin for the release of his second novel, "Je ne suis pas venu apporter la paix" (I Have Not Come to Bring Peace), somewhere between a psychological thriller and a family drama. Ages 16 and up.

BJAM: Costumed Baroque Jam BJAM : jam baroque costumée

Fri 23 Oct · 19:00–22:00 Free
L'Ours et la Vieille Grille, 9, rue Larrey

An open musical stage around baroque instruments, open to all styles and all arts, in a friendly atmosphere. A costumed edition for Halloween, where everyone can come dressed up, from a simple accessory to a full outfit.

Makthaverskan

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

Concert of Swedish dream pop, somewhere between bewitching pop and tormented punk, for fans of Alvvays, Fazerdaze and Beach Fossils.

Parents' Café "Having Self-Confidence: Not Easy at School…" Café des parents "Avoir confiance en soi : pas facile à l’école…"

Sat 24 Oct · 10:30–12:00 Free
Médiathèque James Baldwin, 10 Bis rue Henri Ribière

A parents' café to understand how self-confidence works in children and discover practical tools to support them in school and in the world of tomorrow. Led by a parenting consultant, with French Sign Language/French interpreters.

Zero Waste Workshop Atelier Zéro déchet

Sat 24 Oct · 10:30–12:00 Free
Médiathèque Hélène Berr, 70 rue de Picpus

A workshop to learn how to make your own zero-waste products and save money, one Saturday a month, every other month, at the multimedia library.

Film Club Club Ciné

Sat 24 Oct · 10:30–12:30 + 1 other date Free
Médiathèque James Baldwin, 10 Bis rue Henri Ribière

A friendly get-together to talk about cinema, share your favourites, discuss filmmakers and discover new films.

Mental Health Workshop (between young people) - 3rd Space Atelier Santé mentale (entre jeunes) - 3rd Space

Sat 24 Oct · 13:00–16:00 Free
Maison de la Conversation, 10, rue Maurice Grimaud

A supportive group workshop to talk about mental health among young adults, with time for discussion and reflection.

How did the ancient Egyptians do their calculations? Comment les anciens Égyptiens faisaient-ils leurs calculs ?

Sat 24 Oct · 14:00–15:30 Free ages 16+
Jean Nicot, 7 rue Jean Nicot

A lecture by Emmanuel Itié, a specialist in Egyptian philology, to discover how scribes in ancient Egypt wrote and handled numbers, based on the Rhind papyrus.

Origami Spinning Tops Workshop Atelier Toupies en origami

Sat 24 Oct · 14:00–16:00 Free ages 7+
Bibliothèque Colette Vivier, 6 rue Fourneyron

A workshop on making origami spinning tops, with different models offered according to each person's folding level. From age 7.

Fruit and Vegetable of the Season Fruit et légume de saison

Sat 24 Oct · 14:00–16:00 Free
La Ferme de Paris, 24 route de la Tourelle

As part of Taste Week, come and discover a seasonal fruit, vegetable or edible plant from the farm, to be enjoyed freshly picked, plain or prepared as jam, pesto or fritters.

Stitch by Stitch: Knitting, Crochet and Embroidery Club De fil en aiguille : club de tricot, crochet, broderie

Sat 24 Oct · 14:00–16:00 + 2 other dates Free
Médiathèque Françoise Sagan, 8 rue Léon Schwartzenberg

A friendly monthly club to knit, crochet or embroider together over a hot drink. Bring your pattern, your balls of yarn or thread and your needles.

Reading Bar Bar à lectures

Sat 24 Oct · 14:00–17:00 Free ages 8+
Médiathèque Virginia Woolf, 4 rue Germaine Krull

As part of the Month of the Imaginary, the Virginia Woolf multimedia library invites you to a Reading Bar concocted by the theatre company Les Écriés: readings of excerpts from fantasy and science-fiction novels, whispered in your ear, to share with the family.

Holiday Tournament: Speedrunners Le Tournoi des vacances : Speedrunners

Sat 24 Oct · 14:30–16:00 Free ages 7+
Bibliothèque Assia Djebar, 1 rue Reynaldo Hahn

Put on your superhero costumes and compete in speed races inspired by the world of Speedrunners. Ages 7 and up, registration required.