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Calling All Crafty Folks! France Honors Exquisite Skills at JEMA from April 2 to 7
Watch this video on YouTube. JEMA is a gathering of professionals in the arts and crafts through open days at workshops and training establishments, events, Exceptional Meetings, demonstrations of know-how, discovery workshops, conferences, two-voice visits, and so on. Let’s take a moment to appreciate and celebrate our skilled craftspeople! The Journées Européennes des Métiers d’Art […]
Beat the budget blues! Parisian Treasures open their doors for free on April 7th
Put a star in your calendar for every first Sunday of the month in Paris. On this day, all national museums in the city (excluding the Grand Palais) offer free admission to the public. You can enjoy visiting famous museums such as the Louvre and the Orsay, as well as lesser-known gems like the Musée […]
Easter egg extravaganza hits Paris: Get ready for the hunt
Watch this video on YouTube. Egg hunts are becoming increasingly popular over the beautiful Easter weekend of March 30 to April 1, 2024. With three days to enjoy them and a lovely bank holiday weekend, there are plenty of options! There’s something for everyone, whether you want to go to a nice restaurant, participate in […]
The Drawing Now Art Fair is back for its 17th edition this spring
Watch this video on YouTube. The upcoming fair is a highly anticipated event that is set to take place at the Carreau du Temple from March 21 to 24, 2024. It is an excellent opportunity for art enthusiasts and collectors to explore the galleries and admire the works of talented artists from around the world. […]
Hors Limites: Free literary festival through Seine-Saint-Denis
Watch this video on YouTube. The Hors Limites festival, held over two weeks from March 15 to 30, 2024, introduces contemporary literature on the scale of a département, Seine-Saint-Denis. The literary festival, organized by the department’s library association will take place in approximately thirty towns in Seine-Saint-Denis, as well as in Paris, at various media […]
Daffodil Day is back at Pantheon for cancer research fundraising
Watch this video on YouTube. The Institut Curie will commemorate the 20th anniversary of its Une Jonquille contre le cancer operation from March 12 to 24, 2024. According to Lucy Elwood, National CE of the Cancer Society, the goal of this annual event is to raise cancer awareness among the French public. “Daffodil Day is […]
France embraces Ramadan spirit in 2024
Ramadan is one of Islam’s five pillars and a period of fasting observed by Muslims. It corresponds to the ninth month of the Islamic (Hegira) calendar. Religious scholars/authorities traditionally determine the exact date of the month’s beginning under the cover of night by observing specific sightings related to the appearance and cycle of the moon. […]
Experience a perfect escape at the 2024 World Tourism Fair in Paris
Watch this video on YouTube. Are you looking for your next dream destination? Come stock up on great ideas at the Salon Mondial du Tourisme, held at Porte de Paris – Versailles from March 14 to 17, 2024. From tourist offices to travel agencies and tour operators, the best players in the industry are waiting […]
The Paris Manga and Sci-Fi Show is coming back for its 35th edition
Watch this video on YouTube. The 35th edition of the Paris Manga & Sci-Fi Show will take place on March 16 and 17, 2024, at the Parc des Expositions de Paris Nord Villepinte, Hall 5. This biannual event celebrates Asian culture and science fiction, with topics ranging from traditional aspects to video games and manga, […]
Foire de Chatou: Paris’ Renowned Antique Fair Returns
Watch this video on YouTube. The Foire de Chatou takes place twice a year, in the spring and fall, on the Île des Impressionnistes, which is accessible by metro or a 10-minute drive from Paris. In this one of the world’s most important and celebrated antique fairs, 700 dealers with a diverse range of specialties […]
Experience nature at Destinations Nature’s Festival in Paris!
Watch this video on YouTube. Destinations Nature returns to Paris on March 14-17, 2024. This year’s edition will be held at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, and it promises to bring you the most recent information on hiking, outdoor activities, accommodations, and alternative leisure activities. It’s the place to go if you’re planning your next […]
St. Patrick’s Day is making a comeback in Paris
St. Patrick’s Day is unquestionably the most important holiday in the eyes of many Irish citizens. In fact, it is a national holiday in Ireland. However, it is also celebrated in other parts of the world, including France. Every March 17, it’s a time to get together, party, drink Guinness (in moderation), and dress… in […]