Afro Brunch & Groove @ Le Mÿ
The Mÿ restaurant in Saint-Priest is back at it with a new edition of its summer Afro Brunch. Get ready for a wonderful evening on the terrace with delicious dinner, refreshing cocktails, a beautiful sunset, and fantastic vibes provided by guitarist Taser. Once the sun goes down, the plates will vanish to make way for the dance floor. With a mix of afro sounds, groove, and clubbing, this event promises a night that feels like a vacation without leaving the Lyon metropolis.
97 allée Alexandre Borodine - Saint-Priest
Saturday, July 19 from 7 PM
Free entry (reservation recommended)
Piou Piou Market @ Lyon 1er
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Attention second-hand lovers: the biggest traveling thrift store in France is making a stop in Lyon! Over 10,000 vintage clothes and accessories are taking over Rue Pareille, with an irresistible promise: pieces priced between just 2 and 10 euros. Big brands, forgotten gems, vintage denim, and unique jackets… come ready with a little patience and a keen eye to find that rare treasure before everyone else.
15 Rue Pareille - Lyon 1er
From Friday, July 19 to Sunday, July 21, 2026, from 11 AM to 7 PM
Free entry
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Open Air South American @ Transbordeur
Le Transbordeur kicks off the weekend with a musical stop inspired by Latin America! Starting at 6 PM, Indus will blend electronic music with live Afro-Colombian percussion for an open-air event that promises to be super sunny. It’s the perfect chance to enjoy those long summer evenings outside before heading indoors for the party if you're feeling up for it!
3 Boulevard de Stalingrad - Villeurbanne
Friday, July 17 starting at 6 PM
Free entry before 8 PM, then €10
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Cinema under the Stars @ Place d'Ainay
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Why stay cooped up in a dark room when the sky can be your ceiling? The Cinema Under the Stars is back with three free screenings in the heart of Lyon around the theme "At What Cost?". On the schedule: Captain Fantastic, Pompoko, and the must-see Parasite. Grab your blanket, pick up a drink at the refreshment stand, and enjoy a movie under the beautiful stars in a friendly atmosphere.
Place d'Ainay - Lyon 2e
Friday and Saturday starting at 7 PM, movies begin at 9:45 PM
Free and no reservations needed
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Immersive Pirate Expo by Blast Art @ Lyon 9e
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Blast Art presents a new immersive exhibition that’s sure to awaken your adventurous spirit. This time, get ready for a gigantic pirate-themed setting where you’ll journey from room to room in a real treasure hunt. With contemporary artworks, stunning scenography, humor, and riddles, this Lyon-based collective pushes the boundaries of the immersive experience even further. It’s both a fun and visually stunning event!
14 rue Gorge-de-Loup - Lyon 9
Every weekend until July 26 from 10 AM to 6 PM
Free entry
Festival du Péristyle @ Opéra de Lyon
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Under the elegant arches of the Lyon Opera, the Péristyle Festival continues to brighten up summer evenings. Enjoy a variety of jazz, world music, contemporary creations, and even more experimental sounds, all for free in a unique setting in the heart of the Presqu'île. It's the perfect plan to extend your day with a drink while enjoying an outdoor concert.
1 Place de la Comédie - Lyon 1st
Fridays and Saturdays starting at 6 PM
Free entry
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XXL Italian Brunch @ Antipasto
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Sunday mornings take on a seriously delightful Alpine vibe at Antipasto. Located by the Rhône, this spot offers an all-you-can-eat buffet featuring pastries, pancakes, made-to-order eggs, Italian cold cuts, cheeses, energy bowls, and generous servings of tiramisu that come one after another without a break. It’s a fabulous spread that will charm both Italian cuisine lovers and Sunday brunch enthusiasts alike.
22 quai Charles de Gaulle - Lyon 6e
Sunday from 11:30 AM to 3 PM
€37 per person
Festigone Summer Party @ HEAT
The HEAT Lab is hosting a night totally dedicated to hip-hop culture. Dance battles, open mic, DJ sets, live graffiti, and artistic performances will take place throughout the evening in a wonderfully urban atmosphere. It's a fantastic opportunity to discover the richness of the Lyon scene while enjoying a free open-air event by the Saône river.
70 quai Perrache - Lyon 2nd
Saturday from 7 PM to midnight
Free entry
North Korea by Stéphan Gladieu @ Musée des Confluences
The Confluences Museum presents the fascinating photographic work of Stéphane Gladieu dedicated to North Korea. Through a series of carefully composed portraits, the photographer offers a rare glimpse into one of the most closed-off countries in the world. An exhibition that is as aesthetic as it is thought-provoking, inviting us to go beyond clichés and question our own view of the world.
86 quai Perrache - Lyon 2nd
Visible until January 2, 2028
Admission €12
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