Sophie Calle: À Toi de Faire, Ma Mignonne
The Stuff of Her Life
Sophie Calle has invaded and taken over the entire Picasso Museum in Paris for the exhibition “À Toi de Faire, Ma Mignonne,” part of an ongoing tribute to the master on the 50th anniversary of his death. Visitors can still … Read More
Le Matré Restaurant
Mastery in Montmartre
Montmartre has many, many restaurants, but few that deserve special mention. That has now changed with the opening of Le Matré, a little gem hidden on a side street off the beaten tourist track. Despite a mixup over our reservation, … Read More
La Salamandre Restaurant
Top Marx for Thierry
Multi-starred French chef Thierry Marx is an unusual specimen of the genre. Cheerful, easygoing and likable, he is not only an aficionado of judo and Zen meditation but also puts his values into action by using his celebrity and influence … Read More
Last glimpse of autumn on Quai Mitterrand. Photo: Ron Fox
What's Happening in Paris This Week
For full details about an event, click on the title to visit the official Web site (in English when available).
Through December 4
Gourmet food fair
Just in time for Christmas, the Salon Saveurs des Plaisirs Gourmands brings together 300 gourmet food producers from the regions of France.
Espace Champerret, Paris
December 8
French movies with English subtitles
Lost in Frenchlation presents Simple Comme Sylvain (The Nature of Love), directed by Monia Chokri.
L’Entrepôt Cinéma, Paris
December 8–10
Australian Aborigine cinema
The Festival du Cinéma Aborigène Australien will show six films by Aborigine directors. Pictured above: a scene from The New Boy, directed by Warwick Thornton and starring Cate Blanchett.
Cinéma L’Arlequin, Paris
Through December 9
Immersive installation
Erik Rehl’s immersive installation “Inner Fjell” spirals through a gallery space, transforming it into an emotional landscape.
Cinémorphe, 10 rue Bichat, Paris
December 9
Open-air art
Ateliers du Père Lachaise Associés presents Galerie Ouverte: artists from Paris’s 2oth arrondissement will exhibit their work on a charming square.
Place de la Réunion, Paris
December 8–10
Australian Aborigine cinema
The Festival du Cinéma Aborigène Australien will show avant-premières of four new films by Aborigine directors.
Cinéma L’Arlequin, Paris
Through December 13
International jazz festival
Jazzycolors presents musicians from around the world in Paris’s national culture centers.
Various locations, Paris
December 15
Naples by night
The Louvre presents “Nuit Napoli,” an evening of concerts, workshops, karaoké and performances to celebrate its exhibition “Naples à Paris” before it closes on January 8. Free with museum ticket.
Louvre. Paris
Through December 16
Emerging artists
The Île-de-France department presents “FoRTE #5,” an exhibition of creative projects by emerging artists who received regional funding.
Frac. Romainville
December 17
Santa Dash
Thousands of people in Santa costumes take to the streets of Issy-les-Moulineaux for the Corrida de Noël, a 10K run in support of several charities.
Issy-les-Moulineaux, Île-de-France
December 9-20
Culture in the 12th arrondissement
Festival 12×12 showcases the best sculpture, photography, dance, music and theater of the 12th arrondissement.
Various locations, Paris
Through December 21
Contemporary arts festival
The Festival d’Automne presents leading international talents in art, dance, film, theater and more.
Various venues, Paris & Île de France
November 18-December 24
African music and film
The Africolor cultural festival puts African music in the spotlight.
Various venues, Paris suburbs
Through December 31
Free outdoor concerts
Free music in the bandstands of Paris’s parks and gardens for Kiosques en Fête.
Various locations, Paris
Throughout December
Magical châteaux, ice skating and family fun: a comprehensive list of Paris’s Christmas events.
Various locations, Paris
November 19-January 7
The lights go on
The golden holiday lights on the Champs-Élysées. will go on Nov. 19 at 6pm, an event closed to traffic and open to the public.
Champs-Élysées, Paris
December 27-January 7
Holiday wonderland
The Festival du Merveilleux returns with a fabulous celebration of all things fairground.
Musée des Arts Forains, Paris
Through January 8
Holiday markets
Mulled wine and gifts galore: a full list of holiday markets in Paris.
Various locations, Paris
Through January 10
The lights go on
A list of all the holiday illuminations in Paris.
Various locations, Paris
November 19–January 14
Art in theater
The works of 50 artists fill the Bernard Jordan gallery space in the Théâtre du Rond-Point’s O. Bookstore for the exhibition “Le Bal du Rond-point.”
Théâtre du Rond-Point, Paris
Through January 21
Paintings by Salvador Dalí are transformed for the immersive light installation L’Art dans la Nature in the Parc de la Villette.
Parc de la Villette, Paris
Through January 21
Illuminated jungle
Jungle en Voie d’Illumination: this year’s festive illuminations in the Jardin de Plantes light up the world of the jungle. Pictured above: a chameleon.