What to do in Lyon this weekend (from May 23 to 25, 2025)?

Fashion and Crafts Market @ Villeurbanne

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This Saturday, we're heading to Villeurbanne for a special shopping spree... From 10 AM to 7 PM, the Gratte-Ciel district is hosting the 2nd edition of the Fashion and Craft Market, a great opportunity to discover local creations and unique pieces. Along with around fifty creators from the Metropolis, local merchants will showcase their prettiest Spring/Summer collections, perfect for a little treat before summer (or to find a little something to gift to mom on Sunday, just saying). Plus, a solidarity clothing swap lets you bring in gently used clothes and leave with shopping vouchers. A perfect reason to declutter!

Avenue Henri Barbusse - Villeurbanne
Saturday, May 24th from 10 AM to 7 PM
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Utopistes Circus Festival @ Lyon

The utoPistes festival is back and it's starting off with a bang this weekend! On Saturday, May 24th, let's meet at 6 PM at the tent area in Parc de Parilly for the opening night. The festival, which runs until June 21st, offers another generous lineup this year with 27 shows, including several free performances. You'll find big names like Baro d’Evel, Mathurin Bolze, and Camille Boitel, along with emerging artists who are shaking things up. It's going to be a rich edition full of emotions and discoveries, and above all, very poetic!

From May 22 to June 21, 2025
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2nd edition of Show les Pentes @ Croix-Rousse

This Saturday, the slopes of Croix-Rousse will transform to host the 2nd edition of Show Les Pentes. Starting at 11 AM, the neighborhood turns pedestrian and buzzes with excitement until 10 PM! Shops spill out onto the sidewalks, workshops open their doors, artists take over the streets, and Place Sathonay comes alive with the sounds of outdoor music. You'll encounter fashion shows with a cause, live performances, dance battles, delicious tapas to munch on, and drinks to sip. It's a vibrant, colorful mix of cool vibes, just perfect for the spirit of Croix-Rousse!

Pentes de la Croix-Rousse - Lyon 1er
Saturday, May 24 from 11 AM to 10 PM
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Renaissance Festival @ Vieux-Lyon

This weekend, Vieux-Lyon is stepping back in time with the Renaissance Festival that will bring the Saint-Jean neighborhood to life! There’s everything you could imagine: costume parades, an artisan market, period dances, sword fighting, and even a grand medieval banquet. This year, the event pays tribute to the marriage of Henry IV and Marie de Medici, celebrated in Lyon in 1600. The atmosphere will be fantastic, streets will be filled with characters in period costumes, and for one weekend, you will become witnesses to another century...

Saturday, May 24 and Sunday, May 25, 2025, in Vieux-Lyon
Starting at 10 AM
Free entry
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2 years of the delicatessen

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This Friday, May 23rd, YARD L’Épicerie is celebrating its 2nd anniversary at Place Bellecour, and they've decided to mark the occasion with a delightful evening that reflects their style: simple yet generous. From 6 PM to 10 PM, the team invites you to meet their favorite producers (nature wine makers, passionate cheesemakers, local brewers...) and raise a glass alongside beautiful plates of well-sourced charcuterie and cheese. You’ll discuss local produce with a drink in hand while tasting some real treasures!

4 Place Bellecour - Lyon 2nd Arrondissement
Friday, May 23rd from 6 PM to 10 PM
Free entry with registration
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Spring Adoption @ SPA Lyon

On Saturday, May 24th, forget about Netflix or your usual brunch: head to the SPA shelters in Brignais or Dompierre-sur-Veyle for an open house day filled with emotions and fur. The goal? To help you meet your future furry friend (dog, cat, or another lonely soul just waiting for your couch). There's a lot in store, including dog dancing, a mini-farm, a flea market, and even parades of dogs ready for adoption. Even if you leave without a pet, you can cuddle, make a donation, or simply let your heart be melted. And remember: adopting is not a spur-of-the-moment decision! It's a commitment for a lifetime, so think carefully before jumping in.

DIY Weekend "Insects and Guinguette" @ Bern’Art Tapis

If you’re up for a creative weekend, we recommend heading to Bern’Art for their "Insects and Guinguette" event! It’s a 100% DIY weekend filled with tons of workshops led by talented local artists and creators. From rugs and jewelry to graffiti and illustrations…  There’s also a tasting area featuring homemade goodies and a tattoo corner with flash designs that capture the vibe of sunny days, creating a festive atmosphere that’ll make you want to stay all day long. You definitely won’t be bored!

1 rue de la Martinière - Lyon 1st
Saturday, May 24 and Sunday, May 25
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Roller Disco Night @ Gymn

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.Put on your skates and your sparkliest outfit because the Roller Disco night is back this Saturday at the Jean Zay gym in the 9th! Starting at 6 PM, the kids kick off the fun with a Disco Kids session, and then it's the adults' turn from 7:45 PM for an evening full of dancing and laughter! And for beginners, don’t worry: it’s a true safe space, no judgment, just pure fun. Plus, the entry fee is super low (7€ for adults, 4€ for kids), skate rentals are available, and there's a snack bar to recharge between your skating moves. Honestly, do you have anything better planned for Saturday?

1 rue Jean Zay - Lyon 9e
Saturday, May 24 from 6 PM to 10 PM
Price: 7€ (4€ for kids)
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The 24 Hours of INSA @ DOUA Campus

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It’s THE spring student event: the 24h of INSA are back on May 23, 24, and 25 for their 50th edition! This anniversary edition is packed with amazing performances: Adèle Castillon, Caballero & JeanJass, Klaas, Sköne, Lord Esperanza, Infekt… and many more (over 20 artists in total!) who will make the Doua campus come alive day and night!

20 Avenue Albert Einstein - Villeurbanne
From May 23 to 25, 2025
Price: from €21
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