Paris Must-Dos the Week of March 18

18 March 2019 | PAR Megan Winters

This week in Paris engages all of the senses for a diverse cultural palette. The theater, food tastings from around the world, artifacts from the tomb of Tut, and wine from every region of France are only a metro ride away.

Monday, March 18

The Picture of Dorian Gray

Théâtre Ranelagh

The Ranelagh Theater is offering “The Picture of Dorian Gray” in English with French subtitles for the thespians of Paris. While French subtitles are provided, audiences will have the chance to see Oscar Wilde’s classic work come to life on the stage in a classic Parisian-style theater. For more information and tickets, click here.

Wednesday, March 20

Launch Party for ECU Film Festival

La Pomme d’Eve

8:00 p.m.

One of the most anticipated Film Festivals of the year, the European Independent Film Festival is kicking off with a bang. The launch party will feature drinks, live music from Classical Revolution, and of course, dancing. Viewers will have the opportunity to explore what they can look forward to at the festival, and passes for the event will be available for purchase. However, the event itself is ideal for English speakers (even the invitations are in English), and admission is completely free. To find out more, click here.

Thursday, March 21

Gout de France–International Gastronomy and Popular Cuisines Village

Jardins du Trocadero

There are few things more spectacular than trying a plethora of cuisines from around the world at the foot of the Eiffel Tower. Visitors will walk between a rows of tents, each one representing a different country, and have the opportunity to immerse themselves in authentic cuisine and culture. The event promises more than just food with concerts, shows, and crafts, giving guests the chance to travel the world for only 4 euros. For more information in English, click here.

Friday, March 22

Salon des Vins des Vignerons —Wine Fair of Independent Vineyards

Espace Champerret

10 a.m.-8 p.m.

This weekend, the independent wine growers from all over France are joining in Paris to create a gourmet wine tour. Visitors will receive their necessary wine glass upon entrance and will have the chance to fill it again and again with selections from across the country. Wine experts and beginners alike will have the opportunity to speak with wine growers and find the perfect pairing. For more information, click here.

Saturday, March 23

Tutankhamun – Treasures of the Golden Pharaoh

Grande Halle de la Villette

Honoring one of the most famous pharaohs in history, over 150 artifacts from the tomb of King Tut will be available for viewing. More than one third of these will be available for the first time outside of Egypt. The exhibition is on its final tour before permanent housing in the Grand Egyptian Museum in Cairo. Celebrating the 100th anniversary of the discovery of the tomb, this exhibition is a must-see, but reserving tickets is recommended as tickets are sold in 30-minute time slots. No French is no problem–it’s all hieroglyphics here. To explore ticket options in English, click here.

Sunday, March 24

Banlieues Bleues Jazz Festival

Seine-Saint-Denis

This jazz festival welcomes emerging artists and jazz classics onto the music scene. From jazz clubs to various venues across the territory of Seine Saint Denis, visitors can explore a wide variety of concerts for week, embracing the spirit of jazz and its evolution around the world. Whether looking for a local group or a group with an international twist, jazz is a language you won’t need French to understand. More information about the festival can be found here.