Paris on a Budget: The Best Free Events This Week

Paris on a Budget: The Best Free Events This Week

Paris is blooming, and the city’s cultural calendar is packed with incredible experiences that won’t cost you a single euro. Whether you are looking for high-energy music, unique cultural festivals, or a weekend escape to Thailand without leaving the city, here is what is on our radar for the week of April 13th.

The Best Live Music and Clubbing

If you love high-energy music, head to Supersonic on Wednesday for a night that will satisfy your craving for 90s grunge. On Thursday, La Gaîté Lyrique hosts DLC #54, a fantastic showcase of contemporary urban sounds, or if you prefer a late night out, Badaboum offers free entry after 3:30 AM for a proper house music experience. For something more intimate, check out the indie-rock vibes at Supersonic on Saturday, or head to the Label Convention at Le Point Ephémère to support the indie scene.

Art, Festivals, and Cultural Gems

Start your week with some inspiration at the Imaginaires d'encre exhibition vernissage on Monday for a relaxed, creative evening. For something truly unique, drop by the French Yoyo Championship on Saturday—it is a surprising mix of technical precision and pure performance art that is great for all ages. On Sunday, immerse yourself in the vibrant Songkran Thai Water Festival at Wat Pho, a colorful and lively cultural escape.

Intellectual and Atmospheric Evenings

If you fancy a stimulating Friday evening, don't miss the meeting with acclaimed author Andreï Kourkov at Bibliothèque Robert Sabatier. For a truly special weekend finale, the vocal concert at Église Notre-Dame des Blancs-Manteaux on Sunday promises an incredibly atmospheric end to the week in the heart of the Marais.