- Le Roi Lion (The Lion King): Visual artist and filmmaker Julie Taymor (Frida, 2002) is the mastermind behind this artistically explosive and colorful re-imagining of the Disney animated film. Whether or not you know French, this promises to intrigue spectators of all ages. Through January 31, 2009.
Location: THEATRE MOGADOR
25, rue de Mogador, 9th arrondissement
Métro: Havre Caumartin
RER: Auber
Information: 0 820 88 87 86 (0.12 /min)
Visit the event website
Trade Fairs
- Salon Saveurs de Plaisirs Gourmands (Gourmet Tasting Show)
Foodies, rejoice! This four-day gourmet extravaganza brings together 400 exhibitors around the world, offering samples of French and international delicacies, in time for the holidays.
When: December 5-8, 2008
Where:Paris Expo Porte de Champerret
6, rue Jean-Oestreicher, 17th arrondissement
Metro:Porte de Champerret
RER: Porte Maillot (Line C)
- Salon du Cheval (Paris Equestrian Show)
Horse lovers should not miss out on this nine-day event dedicated to all things equine, and featuring riding lessons, presentations from breeders, and an Arabian horse championship.
When: December 6-14, 2008
Where:Paris Exposition Center - Porte de Versailles, 15th arrondissement
Halls 7/2, 7/3 and 4
Metro:Porte de Versailles (Line 12)
Tramway: Porte de Versailles
Visit the event website (in English)
- Salon Nautique de Paris (Paris International Boat Show)
Paris may not be within close reach of the sea, but the sea comes to Paris with this lively event at the Versailles exposition center.
When: December 5-14, 2008
Where:Paris Exposition Center - Porte de Versailles, 15th arrondissement
Halls 1, 2, 3, 5 and 6
Metro:Porte de Versailles (Line 12)
Tramway: Porte de Versailles
More on Paris in December: Weather Outlook and Packing Guide

