Bonjour, listeners! Welcome to your friendly guide for what to do in Paris this weekend and beyond. Today, Saturday, March 28, 2026, the City of Light is buzzing with energy, and we've got the scoop on the hottest events to make your stay unforgettable.
Kick off your evening at Café de la Danse, where the iconic British band Squeeze takes the stage at 8:00 PM. It's a ticket-swap hotspot with vibes perfect for new wave fans—grab yours quick before they're gone, as TicketSwap reports just a handful left. Music lovers, don't miss the Harlem Globetrotters at Accor Arena tonight and tomorrow, celebrating their 100th anniversary with acrobatic basketball, humor, and high-flying tricks that Sortiraparis calls a must-see spectacle.
Art enthusiasts, rejoice! Art Paris 2026 is rocking the Grand Palais through March 29, featuring over 160 galleries themed around language, reparation, and design—Yuzu Magazine highlights it as a bridge to France's cultural scene. Catch the final days of Eva Jospin and Claire Tabouret's double exhibition at the same venue, with "Grottesco" and "D’un seul souffle" captivating crowds until Sunday. Meanwhile, the Matisse retrospective at Grand Palais runs strong from now through July, diving into his later masterpieces.
The Foire du Trône has just reopened at Reuilly meadow, running until May 25—think thrilling rides, cotton candy, and family fun that Sortiraparis says draws visitors of all ages. For immersive magic, head to Saint-Eustache for the upgraded Luminiscence: L'Odyssée Céleste sound-and-light show under the vaults, on through April. Or try AURA INVALIDES at the Dôme des Invalides for a nocturnal journey blending light, sound, and history.
Tomorrow, Sunday, snag free guided tours at La Ruche in the 15th arrondissement, the legendary artist enclave opening its doors via the La Ruche-Seydoux Foundation. Sculpture fans, the Spring Sculpture Festival hits Meudon with free activities at Rodin Museum's Villa des Brillants, including workshops and tours. Flea market hunters, scour Paris and Île-de-France spots on March 28-29 for vintage treasures, from designer vinyl to it-bags, as Sortiraparis lists dozens of brocantes.
Into blooms? Stroll Jardin des Plantes for tulips and poppies marking its 400th anniversary, or the cherry-lined Mail de Bièvre for a serene hanami in the 13th. Classical tunes? Chœur de Paris performs Bach's Saint John Passion at Notre-Dame des Blancs Manteaux tonight and Louvre Oratory tomorrow.
This weekend's packed—races, jazz, theater, and more await per Sortiraparis guides. Stay tuned all week for these gems!
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