Hey listeners, welcome to your ultimate guide for what to do in Paris today through the weekend—spring is bursting into life with parades, art explosions, and high-flying thrills that’ll make your heart race!

Kick off today, Thursday, March 19, at the Carreau du Temple where the Urban Art Fair celebrates its 10th edition through Sunday. Sortiraparis reports street art fans can dive into international urban masterpieces, including a special space by Oli from Bigflo & Oli—perfect for snapping graffiti gold. Over at La Villette, Passion Japon immersive exhibit just opened, whisking you from Kyoto’s serene streets to Tokyo’s buzz with samurai displays, tea ceremonies, manga, fashion, and street food until August—your senses will thank you. Music lovers, catch the Paris Music Festival concerts in quirky spots like the Manufacture Chanson, El Alamein Boat, or Boris Vian’s apartment, as highlighted by Sortiraparis. And for poetry vibes, Nuits de la Poésie runs free all week at the International University Campus with Francophone poets performing nightly.

Tomorrow, Friday the 20th, join the colorful musical parade in the 9th arrondissement at 12:30 PM—a fanfare-led spring procession open to everyone, marching through the neighborhood to welcome warmer days, according to Sortiraparis. Equestrian fans, Saut Hermès jumps into the Grand Palais for its 16th edition through Sunday, a global highlight with top riders—grab tickets fast. Rosalía rocks Paris Bercy tonight too, previewing her Lux Tour setlist packed with hits. Swimmers, the Giant Open brings 200 athletes to the Olympic Aquatic Center in Saint-Denis through Sunday.

Saturday and Sunday amp up the action: Spring Cinema Festival hits theaters March 22-24 with must-see films for just 5 euros. Seine Musicale hosts free Spring Sculpture Festival tours on Île Seguin and Jean Dubuffet’s quirky Tour aux Figures. Test your nerves on the Vertige de la Tour—a 40-meter suspension bridge 60 meters above the Eiffel Tower, open until May for adrenaline junkies with epic views. St. Patrick’s Day lingers at the Irish Cultural Center with live tunes from Éna Brennan and more. Don’t miss Luminiscence: L’Odyssée Céleste, the upgraded sound-and-light show at Saint-Eustache church, running through April.

Whether you’re chasing art, beats, or thrills, Paris is your playground this week—get out there and make memories!

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