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What to do in Paris this long weekend? (April 18-21)

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Grab your raincoats and umbrellas because this weekend will sadly be rainy. But we have some good news for you: three days of rest are calling your name (thanks to that lovely holiday Monday). Isn’t life beautiful, after all? 


Friday, April 18

Let’s take a trip to Fontainebleau and enjoy a gourmet taco 

Headed to Mexico with this amazing collaboration that will take your taste buds on a journey! Chefs Joss Pagès and Aniss Bencharif, the masterminds behind Casa Azul in Fontainebleau, have teamed up with the Michelin-starred Mexican chef Enrique Casarrubias to create an explosive collaborative taco. Featuring slow-cooked beef cheek, mole verde, lemon jelly, and fresh herbs… it’s the magical recipe for a perfect balance of gourmet excellence and the spirit of Mexican street food. This is a must-try this month at Casa Azul, after enjoying a lovely green stroll in Fontainebleau.

Casa Azul
11, rue de la Corne – Fontainebleau
Tel.: 01 60 96 51 17
More info and menu


We're celebrating the reopening of 88 Ménilmontant

Just like every year since 2017, La Bellevilloise is taking over the 900 m² plot of 88 Ménilmontant for another amazing season. Starting this Friday at 5 PM, come hang out there every weekend throughout the summer, whether you want to chill with friends after work, enjoy some family time in the sunshine, or treat yourself to a little solo escape in this peaceful space away from the hustle and bustle of the city. And why not? The 88 Ménilmontant is a true haven of peace right in the heart of the 20th district. With its eclectic furniture, deck chairs, and vintage charm, it promises a moment of tranquility where all you have to think about is how to take your time.

88 Ménilmontant
88, rue de Ménilmontant – 20th
Reopening on April 18, 2025, at 5 PM
More info and schedule


Let's remember the iconic sounds of Diam’s at Madame Arthur

Pigalle without Madame Arthur is just not Pigalle. In this legendary Parisian cabaret, you can enjoy a sensational show, played on the piano and sung live. This time, the drag creatures invite us to take a trip back to the 2000s with a special show celebrating the iconic Diam’s. From “La Boulette” to “Jeune Demoiselle” and “Confessions Nocturnes,” we will brush up on our classics alongside Odile De Mainville, Bili L’Arme à L’Oeil, La Biche, and Flack Fontaine. A wonderful evening awaits!

Madame Arthur Makes Diam's Shine
Madame Arthur
75 bis, rue des Martyrs – 18th
From April 17 to April 20, 2025
More info and reservations


Saturday, April 19

We're Treating Ourselves at the Slow Opening of Maslow Temple

Building on its success, Maslow – which has been delighting us with veggie dishes by the Seine for two years – is opening an absolutely grand new space in the Temple district. In a classically red building featuring a large glass roof, this Maslow 2.0 welcomes us across three levels with nearly 140 seats and 60 spots on the terrace to soak up the Parisian sun (if it decides to join us). On the food side, Chef Mehdi Favri promises us a brand new menu that's 100% original. The promise? A carbon footprint divided by four.and compared to traditional restaurants in the capital, with seasonal products sourced from farms located around Paris.

Maslow Temple
32, Rue de la Picardie – 3rd Floor
Opening on April 22, 2025
Soft opening starting from April 16, 2025
Open Mon-Sat from 12 PM to 11 PM and Sun from 11:15 AM to 9 PM


Rediscovering The Little Prince at the Atelier des Lumières

Après transporting us into the worlds of Tintin and Astérix et Obélix, the Atelier des Lumières continues to bring us exhibitions filled with nostalgia. This time, let’s head towards the most famous work of Antoine de Saint-Exupéry: Le Petit Prince. A luminous odyssey that promises to be colorful, poetic, and moving, as you journey through fabulous imaginary landscapes. Alongside the most famous character in French literature, and throughout this 3,300 m2 space, you will wander from one planet to another and embark on a discovery of both the desert and asteroid B612.

The Little Prince, the Immersive Odyssey
Atelier des Lumières
38, rue Saint-Maur – 11th
Until July 6, 2025
More info


We’re stocking up on vintage clothes at the Violette Sauvage second-hand sale!

After taking over the Bailly space last March, the Violette Sauvage second-hand sale is back in the capital and this time setting up at the Bastille Design Center. What’s on the agenda? 700 m2 of space spread over 3 levels, just a stone's throw from the Marais, featuring thousands of second-hand clothes, accessories, and jewelry for treasure hunting. Unique pieces at lovely prices, perfect for sprucing up your spring wardrobe!

Violette Sauvage
Bastille Design Center
74, boulevard Richard-Lenoir – 11th
Saturday, April 19 and Sunday, April 20, 2025

Entry fee: €2
More info


Sunday, April 20 

We're witnessing a spectacular competition with the Ice Dance Festival

A shout-out to all skating and pirouette enthusiasts! This Sunday, a very special event is set to take over the ice rink at the Accor Arena, and that’s the Ice Dance Festival, a spectacular competition blending skating, freestyle, urban, and classical styles. Starting at 1 PM, get ready for intense battles fueled by fiery music, all in a crazy atmosphere that will definitely get you out of your seat!

Ice Dance Festival
The Accor Arena Ice Rink
8, Boulevard de Bercy – 12th
Starting April 20, 2025, at 1 PM
More info and tickets


We're celebrating Easter at J

For everyone who wants to celebrate Easter in a different way and for those who aren't leaving the city this weekend, meet us at Jardin 21 for a cozy Sunday that you’ll love. What's on the agenda? Workshops for all ages, including a big story hunt, puppet performances, poetry, and accordion music, along with all sorts of workshops and floral creations. The cherry on top? The beloved little guinguette at Jardin 21 will also be there to make your Sunday extra special!

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Jardin 21
21 a, rue Ella Fitzgerald – 19th
Sunday, April 20, 2025, from 12 PM to 2 PM
More info


Monday, April 21

We’re going on a hunt for XXL eggs at La Felicità!

To keep the Easter celebrations going, we’re headed to La Felicità, where the Big Mamma teams are joining forces with the Coq en Pâtes teams for two fun-filled days. For this special occasion, the 4,500 m2 of La Felicità will be transformed into a huge escape room playground where both kids and adults will go on a quest for delicious chocolate treasures signed by Valrhona. Over 1,000 chocolate eggs will be hidden in the tiniest little corners, with a grand surprise waiting for the big winners… It’s sure to delight everyone!

The XXL Egg Hunt
La Felicità
5, parvis Alan-Turing – 13th
From April 20 to 21, 2025
More info


Diving into David Lynch's universe with the Screen Queens 

Gone since last January, David Lynch will be celebrated at the last Screen Queens at Point Éphémère. The idea? To pay tribute to the genius of the filmmaker through a dozen drag performances that celebrate blondes, brunettes, and all the quirky Lynchian characters. Get ready, we're off to L.A. and Twin Peaks, a destination that'll thrill all movie lovers in the capital. 

Screen Queens: David Lynch
Point Éphémère
200, quai de Valmy – 10th
Monday, April 21, 2025, at 8 PM
More info