What's On

Looking for something to visit or a day out in France? Browse our pick of the most interesting national events, exhibitions and happenings each month – plus some of the highlights over past years.

Have we missed something? Email us at news@connexionfrance.com

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Parade of classic cars brings vintage glamour to Paris

The 19th edition of La Traversée de Paris combines automobiles and much-loved comic books

What’s on in France - January 2019

Photo: Vincent Piccerelle

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What’s on in France - December 2018

Fete des Lumieres in Lyon

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Cardiology Insights 2019

Yonne

March 7-8

Cardiology Insights 2019 is a scientific congregation which brings together researchers, scientists, and key decision makers, industry professionals on a single platform for a highly qualitative exchange of ideas and innovation

Our goal is to bring together bright minds to give talks that are idea-focused, and on a wide range of subjects, to foster learning, inspiration and wonder and provoke conversations that matters

Ophthalmology Summit 2019

Allier + 1 more

We welcome you to attend and participate at upcoming CME accredited 28th International Conference on Insights in Ophthalmology from April 18-19, 2019 in Rome, Italy, based on the theme: “Eye to the Future: Ophthalmology Compensation Trends”.

Neuroscience and Neurochemistry 2019

A unique forum for the global notable researchers

Out and About

Dazzle ships that fooled German subs in WWI

Similar artistic principles reused in modern-day France to improve road safety

Limoges muggles gear up for magical sporting event

A total 17 teams heading to Haute-Vienne city the the fourth Quidditch Coupe de France at the weekend

Jardins Ouvert in September

Arles Photography Festival

Exhibitions and performances from beginning of July until end of September

Festival d'Angouleme

The entire planet of Comics will be waiting for you in Angoulême

Salon du Cheval de Paris

Annual event dedicated to the world of horses and riding

Strasbourg Christmas Market

Town turns festive from end of November till end of December

La Gacilly Photo Festival

From June 3 to September 20, 35 exhibitions for the 14th edition of France's largest Open-Air Photo Festival

How I am bringing the final frontier down to earth

Jane Hanks talks to Jean Baptiste Desbois, who has set himself a mission to make outer space easily accessible to everyone who visits the Cité de l’Espace in Toulouse

Weaving their way into a museum of tapestry skills

The 2016 opening of the Cité Internationale de la Tapisserie Aubusson is far more than a pat on the back to the history of tapestry-making in the region over the past 500 years.

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Help Guides / Print Issues

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French Healthcare 2017 - 44 pages

This updated, 2017, 44 page edition of our healthcare helpguide comprises information about accessing healthcare in France as an expatriate.

It includes an explanation of the healthcare rights and of how the French system works.

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