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Festive weekend: 160 years of the museum

Photo : Blanche Sabbah

Oct 4Free

Festive weekend: 160 years of the museum

Parisian history gets a sparkling makeover this weekend as one of the city's oldest institutions celebrates its milestone anniversary. Forget dusty exhibits; expect immersive games, drag performances, and vibrant jazz nights that prove the past has never looked so contemporary.

Musée Carnavalet - Histoire de Paris (Paris 3rd)

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Musée Carnavalet celebrates its 160th anniversary with a festive weekend on October 3 and 4, 2026. Located in the heart of Paris, the museum welcomes visitors from 10:00 to 23:00 for a deep dive into the capital's heritage. The schedule features a variety of unique experiences, including guided thematic tours, immersive games, and live performances. Best of all, admission is completely free for everyone. Whether you are a local or just visiting, this is a perfect opportunity to explore the museum's collections through original activities designed to spark the imagination and offer surprising encounters throughout both days.

Carnavalet and you weekend on October 3 and 4, 2026

Throughout the weekend, unique mediations will be offered to provide moments of sharing and surprise. Numerous activities invite you to discover the museum in a new way and unleash your imagination surrounding Paris.

Saturday, October 3, 2026

Sunday, October 4, 2026

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Throughout the weekend of October 3-4, 2026, the Musée Carnavalet - Histoire de Paris invites you to join its 160th-anniversary festivities. The museum will be open from 10:00 to 23:00, with all events and activities offered free of charge.

Saturday's schedule begins at 10:00 with active and thematic visits, covering topics like unusual objects and Parisian dreams. As evening falls, the atmosphere shifts with an immersive game, a glitter bar, live jazz, drag performances, and a DJ set lasting until 23:00. On Sunday, the program turns toward divination visits, a drag bingo, and an oniric creative space, alongside specialized tours exploring Queer Paris. This diverse lineup ensures there is something for everyone to enjoy while discovering the history of the city.

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