338530307-1276519609623898-6908860503701105420-n

The 5 cultural events that will shake up Paris in April

undefined undefined 3 avril 2023 undefined 10h00

undefined undefined 28 décembre 2023 undefined 15h23

The Editor


1. Ecocotiers Festival at Citéco

Were you allergic to economics when you were in high school? Let the Ecocotiers Festival teach you a lesson and show you that this discipline is much more accessible than you think. Driven by the desire to transmit knowledge, Citéco, the only museum dedicated to economics in Europe, offers us four days of events to focus on this science. What's on the agenda? Panel discussions, conferences, shows, artistic performances, workshops, animations, screenings, public podcasts... Through this fun and informative program, economics and its major figures will seem much more exciting to you.

Voir cette publication sur Instagram

Une publication partagée par Citéco (@citedeleconomie)

Ecocotiers Festival
Cité de l'Économie - Citéco
1, place du Général-Catroux – 17th arrondissement
From April 13 to 16, 2023
Thursday: 6pm to 11pm, Friday: 2pm to 10pm, Saturday: 8pm to 10pm, Sunday: 10am to 7pm
Price: €15 (Festival Pass)
More info and ticketing


2. Paris Fair

Now is the time to awaken the shopping addict within you at the Paris Fair, an annual event that celebrates spring at Porte de Versailles. Over 12 consecutive days, come and meet a wide range of exhibitors who are eager to introduce you to unique products. At the same time, the largest Afro-Caribbean festival in Europe takes place with over 60 free shows. Between concerts, fashion shows, parades, and other colorful performances, there's something for everyone to enjoy.c;les d’outre-mer, on ne sait plus où donner de la tête. Et parce que déambuler à Paris Expo, ça creuse : un espace est entièrement dédié au vin et à la gastronomie. Les visiteurs gourmands (ou gourmets) pourront choisir entre cuisine du monde, du terroir, une multitude de food trucks aux saveurs d’Italie ou des Antilles… Oui, le choix est cornélien, on vous autorise donc à tout prendre à la fois ! Vous pourrez aussi vous réunir entre amis à la Guinguette de la foire, ouverte tous les jours. Pour le déjeuner, le goûter ou l’apéro, deux bars et cinq restaurants seront à votre disposition, avec une programmation aux petits oignons : pétanque, molky, tournoi de bière-pong, blind tests, after-party, DJ sets… Vous le savez, l’ennui n’est jamais convié à la Foire de Paris ! 

In the overseas areas, there's so much to see and experience that it's hard to know where to start. And because wandering around Paris Expo works up an appetite: there's a whole space dedicated to wine and gastronomy. Food-loving visitors (or gourmets) can choose between world cuisine, local specialties, a multitude of food trucks with Italian or Antillean flavors... Yes, the choice is a tough one, so we authorize you to have it all at once! You can also gather with friends at the Guinguette of the fair, open every day. For lunch, snack, or drinks, two bars and five restaurants will be at your disposal, with a carefully planned schedule of activities: pétanque, molky, beer-pong tournament, blind tests, after-party, DJ sets... As you know, boredom is never invited to the Foire de Paris!

Foire de Paris
Paris expo - Porte de Versailles
From April 27th to May 8th, from 10am to 7pm
Nocturnal opening until 10pm on Saturday, May 6th!
Reservations


3. Solid'Art Paris at Carreau du Temple

From April 20th to 23rd, the second Parisian edition of Solid'Art, the artistic and solidarity event organized by Secours Populaire, will take place at Carreau du Temple. The concept? With the purchase of a work of art, a disadvantaged child gets the chance to go on vacation. And for this new edition, calligrapher and graffiti artist Jules Dedet Granel, known as L'ATLAS, becomes the official sponsor. In the aisles of this immense exhibition, nearly 110 artists will sell their creations and invite buyers to make as many donations as possible to finance the traditional Forgotten Vacation Day organized.Every year by the association. Paintings, photographs, sculptures, street art... There will be something for everyone's taste and budget.

.See this post on Instagram

A post shared by Solid’Art (@_solid_art)

Solid’Art
Le Carreau du Temple
4, rue Eugène-Spuller – 3rd arrondissement
From April 20th to 23rd, 2023
Thursday from 6pm to 10pm (opening reception), Friday and Saturday from 11am to 8pm, and Sunday from 10am to 6:30pm
Free entrance
More info


4. Paris Fan Festival at Porte de Versailles

For a whole weekend, pop culture will be celebrated at the Paris Fan Festival. From April 15th to 16th, movie, series, comic, manga, and video game heroes will parade alongside real stars like Teri Hatcher, the legendary Susan from Desperate Housewives, as well as Charisma Carpenter and James Marsters, seen in Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and even Garth Ennis from The Boys and Punisher. With exhibitions, shows, escape games, live artistic performances, and cosplay parades, we will get to meet our favorite universes and characters.

Paris Fan Festival
Paris Expos
Porte de Versailles, Pavillon 6 – 15th
April 15, 2023 from 10am to 7pm and April 16, 2023 from 10am to 6:30pm
Price: 19€ per day
More info and ticketing

5. Urban Art Fair at Carreau du Temple

Created in 2016 by Yannick Boesso, Urban Art Fair is the first international fair dedicated to urban art. Held under the roof of Carreau du Temple, each edition brings together about thirty international galleries and exhibits the works of over 200 artists. From April 13 to April 16, 2023, the fair showcases the richness of urban creativity of all kinds. 4 days to discover off-site exhibitions, live performances, and participate in artist signings on all mediums!

Urban Art Fair
Le Carreau du Temple
4, rue Eugène-Spuller – 3rd
From April 13th to April 16th, 2023
Thursday from 6pm to 10pm (invitation-only opening), Friday and Saturday from 11am to 9pm, and Sunday from 11am to 7pm
More info and ticketing