EVENTS NOT TO BE MISSED

• Tintin, the unforgettable family exhibition

Until 22 January
At the Atelier des Lumières art studio, meet the intrepid reporter Tintin for an immersive experience.

• Chinese New Year 2023

22 January
Family festival celebrated in several Paris districts, involving parades, dancing and concerts.

• Maison et Objet exhibition

From 19 to 23 January
The must for professionals in interior decor.

• Final of the ice hockey world championships

29 January
At the Accor Arena in Paris.

• The Friends Experience

Until 23 January
An immersive experience in the TV series’ most iconic sets, at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles.

• Paris Face Cachée or the hidden side of Paris

From 3 to 5 February
Visit locations usually closed to the public. An invitation to discover the unseen side of Paris for 48 hours.

• Valentine’s day

14 February
Paris is THE city of love. The ideal opportunity to take a dinner cruise on the Seine with your loved one.

•  Agriculture show

From 25 February to 5 March 2023
The agricultural world is on show.

•  Paris Semi-Marathon by Harmonie Mutuelle

5 March
A 21 km race through the French capital to (re)discover the best known monuments.

• Frida Kahlo exhibition

Until 5 March
At the Palais Galliera in the 16th district. Exhibition dedicated to one of the most emblematic artists of the 20th century.

•  European Artistic Crafts Days

From 27 March to 2 April
Unique event honouring the artistic crafts sector.

• Ramses and the Pharaohs’ Gold

Starting 7 April
At the Grande Halle of the Villette exhibition centre, brows over 180 original works, a history-infused treasure that will take your breath away.

• Foire de Paris

From 27 April to 8 May
At Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, the unmissable event to view new ideas, products and innovations for your home.

• Schneider Electric Paris Marathon

2 April
Starting on the Champs Elysées to cover 42.195 km around the most beautiful boulevards of the French capital.

• Paris book festival

From 21 to 23 April
At the temporary Grand Palais Éphémère, authors, editors, and readers meet in a friendly and festive atmosphere.

• The night of museums

13 May
Across Europe, museums will remain open late into the night, free of charge: Louvre, Centre Pompidou, Invalides, and more.

• Roland-Garros

From 28 May to 11 June
Porte d’Auteuil, the unmissable event for lovers of tennis.

• Grand Steeple Chase

May
At the Auteuil Hippodrome, one of the most legendary horse races. Many different family activities are proposed over two days.

•  Paris Airshow (SIAE)

From 19 to 25 June
The International Aviation and Aerospace show exhibits the latest innovations in the industry at the Le Bourget airport.

• Festival of Music

21 June
Hundreds of free open air concerts all around Paris.

• Solidays festival

From 23 to 25 June
At the Paris Longchamp hippodrome, music festival organized by the AIDS charity Solidarité Sida. Many artists on stage such as: Bigflo and Oli, David Guetta, Angèle, IAM, Macklemore, and more.

• Artistic discoveries

Until 23/01/2023: The Friends Experience
An immersive experience in the TV series’ most iconic sets, at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles.

In december: Department store window displays
Each year, these are true works of art, full of inventiveness and surprises

• Festivals diary

Until the beginning of January 2023: Ice rink
Several open-air ice rinks are set up around the French capital.

Until 08/01/2023: Disneyland Paris
The 30th anniversary celebration: a magical Christmas experience.

• Our favourite pick

Admire the most beautiful Christmas lights aboard a panoramic bus. A tour with commentary and traditional carols. A blanket, hot drink and Christmas lollipops are handed out to children before the departure.

• Artistic discoveries

From 10 to 13 Nov: The 25th edition of Paris Photo
An international art fair dedicated to historical and contemporary photography

Until 31 Dec: Exhibition: The World of Banksy
Street art at Paris Expo

Until 31 Dec: Exhibition: Maya Ruiz-Picasso
Daughter of Pablo, at the Musée Picasso-Paris

• Festivals diary

17/11 : Beaujolais Nouveau
The arrival of the Beaujolais Nouveau is celebrated in bistros and cafés all over Paris

From mid-November: Christmas markets
Christmas markets are held in all of Paris’ neighbourhoods

• Sports events

09/10 : 20km de Paris
Running race through the streets of Paris. Finish line beneath the Eiffel Tower.

du 29/10 au 06/11 : Rolex Paris Masters
The biggest tennis tournament in France after Roland Garros.

• Festivals diary

From 5 to 09/10 : Fête des Vendanges de Montmartre
Come and celebrate the arrival of the Montmartre Vineyard’s latest vintage

From 28/10 to 01/11 : The Salon du Chocolat
Tastings and workshops for chocolate lovers.

From 27 to 30/10 : Kidexpo
An event 100% dedicated to families with more than one hundred activities.

• Artistic discoveries

1 Oct, 7 pm to 7 am : La Nuit Blanche
As soon as the sun sets, follow a night-time trail to the four corners of the French capital, with surprises galore in store, including sensory experiences, contemporary works and monuments.