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The Language Garden
Forget your dusty grammar books and come broaden your horizons with a whirlwind tour of international accents and expressions. These neighborhood library sessions are the perfect excuse to get curious, meet new faces, and add a refreshing global twist to your weekend routine.
About
The Jardin des langues arrives in Paris libraries from September 26 to October 17, 2026. As part of the annual Rentrée des cultures festival organized by the FICEP, this series of events invites participants to explore diverse languages and meet cultural representatives from around the world. Whether you are a language enthusiast or simply curious about new sounds, this program offers a unique opportunity to expand your horizons. This event is free to attend, though please note that reservations must be made directly with the participating libraries starting in September to secure your spot for these cultural discovery sessions.
From September 26 to October 17, as part of the annual Rentrée des cultures festival, organized by the Forum of Foreign Cultural Institutes in Paris (FICEP), the language departments of the Paris libraries offer you a program of introductory language workshops!
The Language Garden is a series of events designed to spark curiosity: an opportunity to try out new languages, discover unique sounds, and meet cultural actors from diverse backgrounds. An event open to everyone, perfect for exploring other cultures and adding a touch of elsewhere to the start of the school year!
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Reservations are made directly with the libraries.
Our take on this event
The Rentrée des cultures festival, hosted by the Forum of Foreign Cultural Institutes in Paris, brings a special focus to linguistic diversity this autumn. Through the Jardin des langues, the language departments of Paris libraries offer a curated calendar of events designed to ignite interest in international cultures and foster meaningful exchanges.
Spanning from Saturday, September 26, 2026, to Saturday, October 17, 2026, the program encourages attendees to experiment with new vocabulary, listen to unfamiliar phonetics, and connect with cultural actors from various backgrounds. It is an ideal way to bring a touch of the international to your autumn season.
All activities are free of charge. Access to these sessions requires prior booking, which can be completed by contacting the relevant libraries directly from the beginning of September.
