Events in Paris

Carnival of the Animals - Spectacle for Young Audiences

2026-04-08T16:00:00

Centre Culturel Coréen

Music

Family-friendly classical concert of Saint-Saëns’s Carnival of the Animals adapted for young audiences, with text by Elodie Fondacci. Performed by the Orchestre national Montpellier at Centre Culturel Coréen for Festival Rêves d’enfants, the show turns each instrument into an animal, creating a lively, picture-book soundscape for kids and their families.

Ludovico Einaudi @ Salle Pleyel

2026-04-08T20:00:00

Salle Pleyel

Music

Pianist Ludovico Einaudi headlines a recital at Salle Pleyel in Paris, delivering his minimalist, evocative piano works in an intimate, resonant setting. The program blends contemporary classical textures with lyrical melodies for a refined, moving evening.

Pavillon Jeune Public: Super Super

2026-04-09T10:00:00

Théâtre de la Concorde

Family

A family-friendly daytime show at Théâtre de la Commune in Aubervilliers, inviting children onto the stage at every level and even outside. Pavillon Jeune Public: Super Super blends playful scenes and imaginative moments for curious kids and their families.

Schneider Electric Paris Marathon 2026

2026-04-12T08:00:00

Théâtre des Champs-Élysées

Sports

Schneider Electric Paris Marathon 2026 brings about 60,000 runners to the streets of Paris, with the start on the iconic Champs-Élysées. This World Major road race combines elite competition and mass participation in a festive, spectator-friendly course that winds through iconic Parisian landmarks.

La magie des percussions coréennes – atelier-spectacle

2026-04-15T20:00:00

Centre Culturel Coréen

Family

An engaging children's atelier-spectacle at the Centre Culturel Coréen, blending hands-on percussion exploration with a live showcase of traditional Korean rhythms. Led by Matthieu Rauchvarger, the event invites young audiences to experience vibrant sounds in a playful, culturally rich setting as part of Festival Rêves d’enfants.

Suzette la mouette – lecture atelier

2026-04-17T09:00:00

Grand Palais

Literature

Part of Festival du Livre de Paris 2026, this youth-oriented reading workshop at Grand Palais invites children and families to join Suzette la mouette for a guided storytelling session and a hands-on activity. A playful introduction to books and storytelling in a grand Paris venue.

ProfessionnelFILEAS: un an après et ensuite

2026-04-17T09:00:00

Grand Palais

Festival

As part of Festival du Livre de Paris 2026, ProfessionnelFILEAS presents a post-year review and future perspectives for the book industry, gathering publishing professionals at the Grand Palais. The session analyzes uses, trends, and outlooks for the book sector.

Blind test livre audio

2026-04-17T09:00:00

Grand Palais

Literature

Join a playful blind-test of audiobook excerpts at Festival du Livre de Paris 2026 inside the Grand Palais. A literary game that blends listening with book knowledge, offering a fun, immersive indoor experience amid Paris' premier book festival.

Measuring Editorial Carbon: A Start to Publishing's Transition

2026-04-17T09:00:00

Grand Palais

Conference

A session at Festival du Livre de Paris 2026 at the Grand Palais exploring how measuring the carbon footprint of editorial production can drive a sustainable transition in publishing. The talk outlines methods, data considerations, and implications for publishers, authors, and production teams.

Remuneration of signings in BD festivals — four-year review

2026-04-17T09:00:00

Grand Palais

Conference

A panel at Festival du Livre de Paris 2026 exploring how signing payments are handled in comics festivals, with industry perspectives after four years of implementation. The talk, held at the Grand Palais, examines reception, fairness, and future guidelines for professional BD signings.

Finale régionale des Petits Champions de la lecture

2026-04-17T09:00:00

Grand Palais

Literature

At the Grand Palais, the regional final of the Petits Champions de la lecture unfolds as part of the Festival du Livre de Paris 2026. Young readers compete in a text and storytelling challenge, offering a family-friendly, intellectual spectacle in a grand Paris venue that celebrates children's reading talents.

Bande dessinée: SCELF Pitch Session – Shoot the Book

2026-04-17T09:30:00

Grand Palais

Conference

Part of the Paris Book Festival at the Grand Palais, this professional session spotlights bande dessinée with SCELF's Shoot the Book pitches. Editors and publishers hear rapid presentations of new comics projects, offering a window into the comics industry and potential collaborations.

La Quête d'Ewilan: From Novel to Animation - Adaptation Panel

2026-04-17T09:30:00

Grand Palais

Conference

Join a Festival du Livre de Paris panel exploring La Quête d'Ewilan's journey from beloved YA novel to animation. Industry voices discuss adaptation challenges, cross-media storytelling, and the creative process behind turning pages into screens.

Festival du Livre de Paris

2026-04-17T09:30:00

Grand Palais

Festival

Paris hosts Festival du Livre de Paris at the Grand Palais for a nocturnal edition that blends literature, gastronomy and table arts. The travel-themed program offers readings, encounters, performances and global culinary experiences, delivering a dynamic cultural night under the glass-and-stone Grand Palais.

Rencontre-atelier: Embarquement immédiat en poésie (jeunesse)

2026-04-17T10:00:00

Grand Palais

Workshop

Youth poetry workshop and meet-up—Embarquement immédiat en poésie—led by Bernard as part of the Festival du Livre de Paris 2026 at the Grand Palais. A vivid theatre-poetry session pairing performance with creative writing prompts to spark young imaginations.

Professionnel passionné par les livres

2026-04-17T10:00:00

Grand Palais

Festival

Paris Book Festival 2026 at the Grand Palais features author talks, panel discussions, signings, and immersive literary experiences throughout the day, spotlighting French and international titles in a grand Parisian setting.

Table ronde: Professionnels de l’édition africaine — enjeux et défis

2026-04-17T10:00:00

Grand Palais

Literature

A round-table at Festival du Livre de Paris 2026 examining the African book industry, its opportunities and challenges. Publishing professionals discuss ecosystems, distribution, and development at the Grand Palais.

Le Souffle de la Pensée

2026-04-17T10:00:00

Grand Palais

Festival

Le Souffle de la Pensée anchors the Paris Book Festival 2026 at the Grand Palais, hosting author talks, readings and panel discussions as part of Festival du Livre de Paris. Expect reflective literature, contemporary debuts and lively intercultural exchanges in a grand, architecturally stunning venue.

Quand la littérature s'illustre: Gallmeister et Le Lombard

2026-04-17T10:00:00

Grand Palais

Festival

At the Paris Book Festival 2026, an illustrated-literature-focused discussion brings Gallmeister together with Le Lombard for a dialogue on graphic novels and storytelling. Set in the Grand Palais, this talk highlights editorial collaboration and the evolving art form of bande dessinée.

Bande dessinée pour la jeunesse: Réflexions sur les émotions

2026-04-17T11:00:00

Grand Palais

Literature

At the Grand Palais, a youth-focused comics session invites families to explore emotions through graphic storytelling. The discussion, part of Festival du Livre de Paris 2026, features the author guiding kids through how images and words express feelings and spark imaginative conversations.

Lecture: Voyage d'Alexandre Dumas en Géorgie

2026-04-17T11:00:00

Grand Palais

Literature

As part of Festival du Livre de Paris 2026, this indoor reading at the Grand Palais presents Voyage d’Alexandre Dumas en Géorgie and marks the opening of Georgia’s stand. A refined literary moment celebrating cross-cultural storytelling in a prestigious Paris venue.

Hugo Clément: avant l'épuisement

2026-04-17T11:00:00

Grand Palais

Literature

Part of Festival du Livre de Paris 2026 at the Grand Palais, this engaging talk by Hugo Clément explores 'avant l'épuisement' in the context of Mercosur and epidemic crises, offering sharp reflections on media, politics, and global challenges.

Quelle place pour le livre d'art et le beau livre en librairie

2026-04-17T11:00:00

Grand Palais

Literature

At the Festival du Livre de Paris, a panel at the Grand Palais examines the role of art books and beau livres in modern bookstores. Editors, publishers, and booksellers discuss curating, pricing, and audience, offering fresh insights into how these volumes sit on shelves today.

Lire pour se construire – résultats 2026 sur les jeunes

2026-04-17T11:00:00

Grand Palais

Literature

Session at Festival du Livre de Paris 2026 presenting the 2026 youth barometer results on French youth and reading. Authors, researchers and educators discuss the implications for reading habits and policy, set in the Grand Palais’s historic halls, highlighting trends and opportunities in youth literacy.

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