Events in Paris
Interested in finding out what's going on in Paris during your stay there? Find seasonal info here on festivals, exhibits, conventions, concerts, and more.
The French Open at Roland Garros
A guide to the French Open in Paris, France at the Roland Garros tennis stadium, with information on upcoming and historic matches at the French Open.
A guide to the French Open in Paris, France at the Roland Garros tennis stadium, with information on upcoming and historic matches at the French Open.
Best Free Events in Paris
Steeped in a proud tradition of "culture for all" and "art for art's sake", Paris hosts plenty of free, often elaborate, and always imaginative yearly events. Some are ultra-arty, while others are just fun. Without further ado, here are the cream of the crop among free Paris events.
Steeped in a proud tradition of "culture for all" and "art for art's sake", Paris hosts plenty of free, often elaborate, and always imaginative yearly events. Some are ultra-arty, while others are just fun. Without further ado, here are the cream of the crop among free Paris events.
Sun, Sand, and Fun on the Seine at Paris Plage (Paris Beach)
Every summer in Paris since 2002, a full-fledged beach complete with sand, parasols, games, and even beachside cafes is set up on stretches of the Seine River. In 2007, a new site at La Villette opens, extending the Paris beach northward. "Paris Plage", as it is known in French, attracts millions of visitors a year and has become an essential fixture of summer in Paris. In our guide, we'll tell you how adults and kids alike can soak up a little sun and fun at Paris Plage.
Every summer in Paris since 2002, a full-fledged beach complete with sand, parasols, games, and even beachside cafes is set up on stretches of the Seine River. In 2007, a new site at La Villette opens, extending the Paris beach northward. "Paris Plage", as it is known in French, attracts millions of visitors a year and has become an essential fixture of summer in Paris. In our guide, we'll tell you how adults and kids alike can soak up a little sun and fun at Paris Plage.
Paris Beaches in Pictures
Pictures of Paris Plage (Paris Beach) 2007, showing how the banks of the Seine and other places around the city are transformed into palm-tree lined summer boardwalks.
Pictures of Paris Plage (Paris Beach) 2007, showing how the banks of the Seine and other places around the city are transformed into palm-tree lined summer boardwalks.
LGBT Pride March in Paris
The LGBT Pride March (Paris Gay Pride) is one of the year's most hotly-anticipated events. Each year, dozens of colorful floats and thousands of people flock the streets of Paris, in a joyful party that has won Parisians over. No wonder Paris is considered one of the world's most welcoming places for GLBTQ folk.
The LGBT Pride March (Paris Gay Pride) is one of the year's most hotly-anticipated events. Each year, dozens of colorful floats and thousands of people flock the streets of Paris, in a joyful party that has won Parisians over. No wonder Paris is considered one of the world's most welcoming places for GLBTQ folk.
GLBTQ Events in Paris
A guide to the best GLBTQ (gay, lesbian, bisexual, trans, queer) events in Paris, France, including GLBT Pride, the Gay and Lesbian Film Festival, and more.
A guide to the best GLBTQ (gay, lesbian, bisexual, trans, queer) events in Paris, France, including GLBT Pride, the Gay and Lesbian Film Festival, and more.
The 2007 Paris Marathon in Pictures
Pictures of the 2007 Paris Marathon, which attracted 35,000 competitors from around the globe.
Pictures of the 2007 Paris Marathon, which attracted 35,000 competitors from around the globe.
Rugby World Cup Paris 2007
A guide to the 2007 Rugby World Cup in Paris, including match details, pre-and-post Rugby World Cup events, and ideas for partying on and around match day in Paris. From Contributor Aedin Mac Devitt.
A guide to the 2007 Rugby World Cup in Paris, including match details, pre-and-post Rugby World Cup events, and ideas for partying on and around match day in Paris. From Contributor Aedin Mac Devitt.
Paris Annual Events at a Glance
Many events in Paris are held on an annual or semiannual basis. Consult this handy overview of some of the city's best annual happenings.
Many events in Paris are held on an annual or semiannual basis. Consult this handy overview of some of the city's best annual happenings.
Paris Tourist Office Events Calendar
The Paris Tourist Office events page offers extensive listings of seasonal exhibits, shows, trade fairs, and other events. The page also includes a handy section on how and where to purchase tickets.
The Paris Tourist Office events page offers extensive listings of seasonal exhibits, shows, trade fairs, and other events. The page also includes a handy section on how and where to purchase tickets.
Montmartre Vineyards Harvest
Each October, Parisians enjoy a wine harvest and festival known as les vendanges de Montmartre. Acclaimed food writer Clotilde Dusoulier gives her lively account of the festive wine-tasting event on this page.
Each October, Parisians enjoy a wine harvest and festival known as les vendanges de Montmartre. Acclaimed food writer Clotilde Dusoulier gives her lively account of the festive wine-tasting event on this page.
Paris Fashion Week
Fashion aficionados might think about scheduling a trip to Paris during Paris Fashion Week. You may not get first-row seats at one of the haute couture events, but the excitement in the air and people-watching opportunities are worth the trip.
Fashion aficionados might think about scheduling a trip to Paris during Paris Fashion Week. You may not get first-row seats at one of the haute couture events, but the excitement in the air and people-watching opportunities are worth the trip.