Free things to do in Paris this weekend
30 free things to do in Paris this weekend, Saturday and Sunday: free entry, free events and outdoor activities, with times and places. Including Free Seine Swimming Sites, Free Indie Club Entry in the 2nd and Cinéma du Panthéon Free Screenings.
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Saturday
- Free Indie Club Entry in the 2nd — Le Truskel, 2e · Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat 19:00–05:00
Free entry to Le Truskel, Paris iconic indie rock club in the 2nd arrondissement, open Tuesday to Saturday from 19:00.
- Porte de Vanves Flea Market — Puces de la Porte de Vanves, 14th · Sat 07:00–14:00
Open-air vintage flea market every Saturday, 07:00-14:00. Free entry, antiques, décor and collectibles.
- FreeArtinBelleville — PavillonCarrédeBaudouin, Belleville · Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat 11:00–18:00
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- Student-Friendly Canteen and Workshops — cesure paris, 5e · Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat 10:00–23:00
Solidary canteen, open-access workshops and community cultural hub in the 5th arrondissement.
- Free Midnight Jazz Jam Fri and Sat — Duc des Lombards, 1er · Fri, Sat 00:00–04:00
Legendary midnight jazz jams. Experience world-class musicians for free after hours in Paris's most iconic jazz club (Fri/Sat).
- Free Language Exchange Tue & Sat — Polyglot Club Paris, 13e · Tue, Sat 20:00–02:00
The ultimate international meetup. Practice any language for free with hundreds of locals and expats in a friendly, social bar setting.
- Afro Groove Free Guestlist — Movida Club, 19th · Sat 23:30–06:00
Free guestlist for Afrobeat, dancehall & amapiano night. Requires Shotgun subscription for access.
- Old School Party 90s-2000s — Hide Châtelet, 1st · Sat 22:00–05:00
Free 90s & 2000s hits night at Hide Châtelet pub-club. Dancefloor & DJ sets in central Paris.
- Affordable Community Culture in the 11th — La Maison des Métallos, 11e · Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat 14:00–19:00
Public debates, exhibitions and affordable shows
- Thrift and Upcycling in Alésia — La Ressourcerie Créative, Alésia · Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun 12:00–19:00
Second-hand goods and workshops
- Fix Your Bike With Local Mechanics — La Cycklette, 11e · Wed, Fri, Sat 10:00–19:00
Participatory self-repair, parts and advice
- Saturday Organic Market in Batignolles — Marché Biologique des Batignolles, Batignolles · Sat 07:00–14:30
Direct-from-producer organic food market in the 17th arrondissement.
- Free Contemporary Art in the 19th — Frac Île-de-France Le Plateau, 19e · Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun 14:00–19:00
Free art exhibitions
- Free Zero-Waste Resource Library — La Maison du Zéro Déchet, 12e · Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat 12:00–20:00
The ultimate eco-lifestyle hub. Discover free workshops, a sustainable café, and everything you need for a waste-free life in a beautiful community space.
- La Baraque Free Club Entry — La Baraque, 11th · Fri, Sat 23:00–05:00
Free club entry at La Baraque restaurant-bar-club. Dancefloor with 80s hits to today's music.
- Free Climate Workshops in Le Marais — Académie du Climat, Le Marais · Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat 09:00–23:30
Free workshops, exhibitions and debates in Le Marais.
- Free Museum Night Monthly — Bourse de Commerce, Les Halles · Sat 17:00–21:00
Free late opening on the first Saturday of every month from 5 PM to 9 PM. Experience contemporary art for free.
- Upcycle Clothes in the 10th — La Textilerie, 10th · Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat 12:00–19:30
Sustainable fashion hub in the 10th. Shop curated second-hand gems or learn to upcycle your own clothes in a creative, community-driven space.
Sunday
- Cinéma du Panthéon Free Screenings — Cinéma du Panthéon, 5th · Sun 12:00–22:00
Enjoy a weekly schedule of independent and international films. All screenings are presented in their original language
- Sunday Organic Market on Raspail — Marché Biologique Raspail, 6e · Sun 07:00–14:30
Paris's most chic organic market. Rub shoulders with locals while browsing premium bio produce. Free entry to the ultimate Sunday morning foodie experience.
- Thrift and Upcycling in Alésia — La Ressourcerie Créative, Alésia · Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun 12:00–19:00
Second-hand goods and workshops
- Free Contemporary Art in the 19th — Frac Île-de-France Le Plateau, 19e · Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun 14:00–19:00
Free art exhibitions
- Free Sunday Fitness Until Sep 13 — Paris Sport Dimanches Estivaux, 8e · Sun 10:00–12:00
Free coach-led outdoor fitness sessions in Paris parks every Sunday morning through September 13.
- Free Seine Morning Tai Chi — Paris Plages - Arts martiaux, 1st · Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun 10:00–12:00
Free Tai Chi and Qi Gong daily at Paris Plages, 10:00-12:00, through August 30.
Every day
- Free Seine Swimming Sites — Nage en Seine - Ville de Paris, 4th · Every day 08:00–18:00
Official Seine swimming with lifeguards and water-quality checks at Bras Marie, Bercy and Grenelle.
- Free Friday Cinema 13th — Mairie du 13e - Cinéma en plein air, 13th · Every day 21:00–23:30
Free Friday cinema in parks Jul 24–Aug 14. 3 rotating parks, no reservation needed.
- Free Entry Before 1 AM at Duplex — Le Duplex, 16th · Every day 23:00–01:00
Free entry before 01:00 AM. Proper attire required. Iconic club near Arc de Triomphe.
- Late Night Free Entry at Badaboum — Badaboum, Bastille · Every day 23:30–01:00
Free entry before 01:00 AM for CH!CK community nights. Hip Hop & Afro beats in Bastille.
- Free Retro Games Near Les Halles — Reset Bar, 1er · Every day 17:00–01:00
Retro gaming heaven! Grab a drink and get free, unlimited access to vintage arcade machines and classic consoles in a cool Les Halles basement.
- Women's Free Entry at Bridge — Bridge Club, 8th · Every day 23:59–01:00
Free entry for women before 01:00 AM with invitation. Located under the iconic Pont Alexandre III.
- Free Entry Guest List at Mila — Mila Club Paris, Bastille · Every day 23:00–00:00
Free entry before midnight with online ticket. Vibrant Bastille club with house & techno.
- Three Free Rock Gigs Every Night — Supersonic, Bastille · Every day 19:00–02:00
Three free rock concerts every single night. The heart of Bastille's indie scene with a high-energy atmosphere and unbeatable late-night vibes.
Frequently asked questions
What is free in Paris on Saturday?
On Saturday: Free Indie Club Entry in the 2nd, Porte de Vanves Flea Market and FreeArtinBelleville, and 23 more on this page.
What is free in Paris on Sunday?
On Sunday: Cinéma du Panthéon Free Screenings, Sunday Organic Market on Raspail and Thrift and Upcycling in Alésia, and 11 more on this page.