Hey listeners, welcome to your ultimate guide for what to do in Paris this weekend, starting right now on this fabulous Friday, March 13th. The City of Light is buzzing with immersive shows, festive runs, and non-stop parties that’ll make your heart race. Let’s dive in and plan your adventure.

Kick off today at the Vivre Autrement Fair in Parc Floral, running through Sunday the 15th. Sortiraparis reports it’s a free four-day extravaganza of ethical living workshops, organic tastings, and sustainability talks—perfect for eco-warriors craving inspiration. Over at Centquatre-Paris, gear up for an electrifying electronic night with Myd from Ed Banger, Pedro Winter, Kink, Sofia Kourtesis, and Atom K7 shaking the Nef starting tonight. Lebonbon highlights the photo exhibition Presence opening free at Point Éphémère along the canal in the 10th, capturing raw urban vibes. And don’t miss the Great Cabaret of Freedom – Afro Queer Rising at The Extra Ball of the Communale in Saint-Ouen this evening, a vibrant explosion of dance and queer joy.

Saturday, March 14th amps up the fun. Lace up for St. Patrick’s Day Culture Run from the Panthéon—a 6km festive loop through the 6th arrondissement ending at an Irish pub, as per Sortiraparis and Lebonbon. Then hit Happy Manif at the Grand Palais, a free headphone-guided musical stroll turning the glass-roofed nave into a dance wonderland led by choreographer David Rolland. Families, head to Little Bal at Little Villette for two days of kid-friendly grooves. Art lovers, the Goldshteyn-Saatort Gallery unveils One Day in Japan from 2 to 7 PM, featuring exclusive works by Japanese and international artists. At Basilica of Saint-Denis, join a poetic lantern-lit nighttime stroll with music and performances—totally free and magical at dusk. The Afro-Caribbean Market at Carreau du Temple on Saturday and Sunday offers fashion, spicy eats, crafts, and live cooking battles—pure cultural immersion.

Sunday keeps the energy high with that market continuing, plus the tail end of Destinations Nature and World Tourism Fair at Porte de Versailles—grab free tickets for outdoor adventures and global escapes. Catch Paris Basketball’s Paris Madness at Adidas Arena for slam-dunk thrills, or dance at Madame Loyal’s XXL electro-funfair in Villepinte with circus vibes and top DJs.

Ongoing gems like the upgraded Luminescence: L’Odyssée Céleste sound-and-light show at Saint-Eustache through April, or Louis Vuitton’s free Art Deco exhibit until March 21st, add sparkle anytime. Paris, you’re unstoppable this weekend—get out there and make memories.

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