What to do in Lyon this weekend (from February 27 to March 1, 2026)?

Immersive Exhibition Claude Monet @ Studio 24

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After Van Gogh, it's Claude Monet's turn to step out of the frame in Villeurbanne! Since February 26th, Studio 24 is hosting an immersive exhibition that reimagines over 300 works of the master impressionist through stunning 4K mapping. Here, you won’t find original canvases, but a dance of monumental images, vibrant Water Lilies, and mesmerizing light games. The soundtrack envelops visitors for a calibrated sensory dive, striking a balance between contemplation and grand spectacle. An immersive exhibition in Lyon that’s perfect for (re)discovering Monet in a whole new way!

24 rue Emile Decorps - Villeurbanne
Entry fee: €14.90 for adults and €9.90 for children
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2 Wheels Show @ Eurexpo Lyon

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The engines roar at Eurexpo for the 2026 Two-Wheel Show. Celebrating 125 years of Indian Motorcycle, a nod to Route 66, and an electric gravel challenge, fans are in for a treat! The guest lineup is impressive: Giacomo Agostini, Gregg Black, and Etienne Masson. The show also pays tribute to Thierry Sabine, the founder of the Paris-Dakar. It's an action-packed outing for enthusiasts of cylinders and legends.

Pop-up Aby second-hand @ Studio Bro

Attention treasure hunters: the pop-up second-hand shop Aby is back at Studio Bro for a 100% second-hand Sunday in Lyon! Expect discounts of up to 80% on a curated selection of vintage pieces and contemporary gems. As a bonus, you can browse the shop filled with ceramics, jewelry, and stylish stationery. Sunday from 10 AM to 6 PM, it's the feel-good and eco-friendly plan for the weekend.

37 rue Sébastien Gryphe - Lyon 7e
Sunday, March 1 from 10 AM to 6 PM
Free entrance
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Festival Vive la Magie @ La Bourse du Travail

The international festival Vive la Magie celebrates its 18th edition and turns the Bourse du Travail into a temple of illusion. Magicians from all over the world showcase poetic acts, humorous bits, and mind-blowing tricks. On Saturday and Sunday, multiple sessions are offered, with tickets starting at €28.20. There are even workshops where you can learn some secrets... You might just become the star of the next dinner party!

205 Place Guichard - Lyon 3rd
From February 28 to March 1
Entry starting at €35.20
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The Enchanted Nights @ Bird Park

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In Villars-les-Dombes, the Parc des Oiseaux transforms into a nighttime wonderland. “The Nights of the Parc des Oiseaux” offers an immersive 1.4 km trail adorned with ten mapping videos. Lights, visual poetry, and a celebration of the regional biodiversity intertwine in a high-tech setting. It's a magical stroll perfect for families!far away from the urban hustle and bustle, for a romantic getaway. And the event officially wraps up this Saturday, so it's the last chance to feast your eyes on everything!

Bird Park - Villars-les-Dombes
Friday and Saturday from 7 PM to 11 PM
Entry €19 for adults and €14 for children
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Festival Gones and Companies @ MJC de Sainte-Foy-lès-Lyon

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The Gones et Compagnies festival is making a grand finale with a big day at the MJC de Sainte-Foy-lès-Lyon. There will be fun activities, workshops, and shows to round off this accessible finale starting at just €5. From 9:30 AM to 6 PM, both kids and adults will find plenty to marvel at. It’s the perfect plan for a family outing in Lyon this weekend.

Various Locations
Starting at €5
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Exhibition "Zénith" @ Galerie Françoise Besson

At Croix-Rousse, the free exhibition “Zénith” transforms the François Besson gallery into a bright refuge. Eleven painters explore elevation, verticality, and spirituality in a journey orchestrated by Clément Montolio. Until March 8, 2025, this hidden gem breaks the rules of the white cube and offers a rare artistic breath in Lyon.

10 rue de Crimée - Lyon 1er
Until March 8, 2026
Free entry
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Salon du Matrimoine @ Le Rize

This Saturday, February 28th, the Matrimoine Fair is taking over Le Rize in Villeurbanne. Artists, artisans, entrepreneurs: female creativity is in the spotlight through conferences, round tables, performances, and stands. With free entry (some highlights require reservations), the event invites you to discover, support, and celebrate those who shape the cultural landscape. An inspiring and engaging weekend appointment for Lyon!

25 rue Valentin Haüy - Villeurbanne
Saturday, 28th from 11 AM to 10 PM
Free entry
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