September back-to-school highlights in Paris
Every autumn, Paris awakens to a multitude of events, and this year is no exception. The City of Light hosts four major events, attracting Parisians and visitors from all over the world alike. These events, varied in nature, offer a complete panorama of the capital’s cultural, sporting and artistic effervescence.
The Paralympic Games: An inclusive sporting event
From August 28 to September 8, 2024, Paris becomes the stage for the Paralympic Games, an unmissable event for lovers of sport and inclusion. These games offer a unique opportunity to celebrate athletes who push the limits of their abilities. In a spirit of competition and solidarity. The events will take place in emblematic locations around Paris. Featuring disciplines ranging from athletics to para-taekwondo. A highlight for Paris, confirming its role as world capital of sport. To find out more about the program of events, see our dedicated article.
Paris Design Week: Creativity at the heart of the capital
Paris Design Week is another not-to-be-missed back-to-school event, taking place from September 5 to 14, 2024. This event transforms the city into a vast design trail. Professionals and amateurs alike can discover the latest trends in design. Paris’ most emblematic districts, from the Marais to Saint-Germain-des-Prés, become showcases of innovation, blending tradition and modernity. This edition promises to be a veritable voyage to the heart of Parisian creativity. For an overview of the week’s highlights, read our article on Paris Design Week 2024.
Fashion Week: The rendezvous of world fashion
In September, Paris becomes the nerve center of fashion with Fashion Week, which runs from September 23 to October 1, 2024. This glamorous event brings together the biggest names in fashion to unveil their spring-summer collections. Held in iconic venues such as the Grand Palais and Palais de Tokyo, the shows attract celebrities, influencers and, of course, fashion professionals from around the world. To discover the highlights and not-to-be-missed shows, visit our detailed Fashion Week program.
Heritage Days: A journey through history
The Journées du Patrimoine, on September 21 and 22, 2024, offer an exceptional opportunity to discover Parisian heritage from a new angle. This event, which gives access to places usually closed to the public, is a real plunge into the capital’s history and culture. From historic monuments to museums and public institutions, Paris reveals its hidden treasures during this not-to-be-missed weekend. For more information on the sites to visit, see our article on the Journées du Patrimoine.
All in all, the Parisian autumn season promises to be rich and diverse, reflecting the capital’s unique energy. Whether you’re passionate about sport, art, fashion or history, Paris has a packed agenda to satisfy all your cultural desires.
