Festivals and Events in Paris

Paris is one of the most popular cities in the world and though there are many reasons behind its popularity one main reason seems to be stemming from the fact that Paris happens to be the proud host of numerous events and festivals are held here. The list of festivals is as follows:

Paris Fashion Week

Paris is regarded to be the fashion capital of the world and the city also happens to be the proud host of many prestigious fashion events. Paris Fashion Week is one of the most important event in the fashion fraternity and the event showcases the best talent in the world of fashion.

Six Nations Rugby

Paris also goes on to host Six Nations Rugby where as the name suggests six nations participate in this exciting game of rugby like England, France, Ireland, Italy, Scotland, Wales and these nations alone can participate in this game.

Foire Du Trone

Foire Du Trone is a very popular fair in Paris and many games are arranged for the entertainment of all people especially children.

French Open

French Open is a very popular event in Paris and of course the tennis circuit. The French Open is played in the official ground of Roland Garros.

Nuit Blanche

Nuit Blanche is a unique event organized in Paris and the uniqueness lies in the fact that it is the only all night event where museums and some public properties are kept open at nights for all to pay a visit. Many cultural events also take place in these venues.

Tour de France

Tour de France is the most popular bicycle race and the race had begun in 1903 and the cyclists races through the entire region of France. The race goes on to bring crowds in hordes.

Bastille Day

Bastille Day is a very popular day in the Parisian calendar. Bastille is an important place in Paris and is celebrated on the 14th July. People flock to the Champs- Elysees early on this day and can choose to take a look at the race from the stands. There is an amalgamation of military corps, policemen and fire fighters.

Christmas Eve Mass

Christmas Eve is a very important event in the Christian calendar and is celebrated with much aplomb and gaiety. Christmas Eve Mass in Paris is celebrated in the Notre Dame Cathedral and the mass is followed by celebrations in the church along with an evening dinner.

Techno Parade

Techo Parade is a parade of vehicles found along with loudspeakers and amplifiers. It seems to take on the carnival spirit with music and techno beats along with the DJ playing the console. All vehicles are actually converted trucks.

Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe, Paris

This is one event which seems to be very popular in Paris and it is actually a horse race. The total prize money is equal to €1, 60, 000.