What to do in Paris this week? From November 15 to 21, 2021
Each week, the editorial staff of Vivre Paris selects the events taking place in the capital: exhibitions, events, Christmas atmospheres… the hardest part will be to choose then, follow the guide!
Monday November 15 – Plant exhibition
Don’t miss Duy Anh Nhan Duc’s carte blanche at the Guimet Museum : an ode to the dandelion which invites in the rotunda of the 4th floor around three installations to reconnect with the living. We are invited to set the central work in motion. And especially our favorite, the contrast between the dandelions and the adjoining Parisian buildings.
Where ? 9 place d’Iéna, 16th arrondissement
When ? Until February 7, 2022
How much ? € 11.50 full price, € 8.50 reduced price
Tuesday, November 16 – At the table!
We are celebrating an anniversary through this exhibition, eleven years ago, the “gastronomic meal of the French” entered the intangible cultural heritage of humanity by UNESCO. During this exhibition, science and gluttony come together through a unique sensory experience using our taste, our sight, our hearing or our touch!
Where ? 30 Avenue Corentin Cariou, 19th arrondissement
When ? From November 16, 2021 to August 7, 2022
How much ? € 11.50 full price, € 8.50 reduced price
Wednesday November 17 – Learn about DIY
The event not to be missed for enthusiasts of Do it yourself : cooking, sewing, upcycling, DIY … This is the show to do it yourself and responsibly !
Where ? Place de la Porte de Versailles, 15th arrondissement
When ? November 17 to 21, 2021
How much ? € 12 full price, € 9.50 reduced price
Thursday November 18 full day – Repairing the future
Several places in Paris we propose to think about the world of tomorrow and “repair the future”. Enter la Bellevilloise, Ground Control and other cultural places and Parisian campuses: programming is dense and affects a large number of subjects!
Where ? La Bellevilloise, 19-21 Rue Boyer, 20th arrondissement
When ? November 18 and 19, 2021
How much ? Free
Thursday evening, November 18 – Admire the illuminations
Come and discover the most stylish sky in Paris at 6 p.m. during this Christmas period: it’s happening in Bercy Village thanks to the artist Patricia Cunha!
Where ? Cour Saint-Emilion, 12th arrondissement
When ? Until January 16, 2022
How much ? Free !
Friday November 19 – Magic evening
The event Lights in the Seine arrives at the Domaine National de Saint-Cloud! Prepare for a unique experience inspired by the world of the end of the year celebrations for an illuminated and musical show along a immersive journey.
Where ? 1 Avenue de la Grille d’Honneur, 92210 Saint-Cloud
When ? Up tountil January 9, 2022
How much ? 22 € adult rate, 20 € child rate
Saturday 20 November – Christmas market
It’s one of our favorite atmospheres during the end of the year celebrations: the Tuileries Christmas market! In the program ? Mulled wine, raclette and other comforting dishes… In a hurry!

Where ? Place de la Concorde, 1st arrondissement
When ? From November 20, 2021 to January 2, 2022
How much ? Free !
Sunday November 21 – Marvel at the Champs-Élysées
The Champs-Élysées will sparkle: meet on the most beautiful avenue in the world to admirer of its famous Christmas decorations!
Where ? Avenue des Champs-Élysées, 8th arrondissement
When ? Until January 9, 2022
How much ? Free !
Photo of one: Paris at sunset © s.borisov
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