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Festivals, exhibitions, concerts and major events... On France.fr and everywhere in France, there's always something going on. In light of the measures France has taken concerning coronavirus, we advise readers to consult the relevant organiser's website for specific updates on each event.
2
April
Megève International Jazz Festival
Until 4 April
23
Sep
Cindy Sherman exhibition at the Louis Vuitton Foundation, Paris
Until 3 January
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Coronavirus COVID-19: the situation in France
Consult French government recommendations on the travel and health measures in place.
General information and practical conversions
Currency, electrical voltage, units of measurement... useful day-to-day information for your stay…
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Customs and Visas
How do you obtain a VISA for a stay in France – and what are the customs procedures?
From
July 4
to
Nov 15
Normandy Impressionist Festival
From 4 July to 15 November 2020
Sep 9
Dec 31
Lille: World Design Capital in 2020
From 9 September to 31 December 2020
Oct 24
Feb 24
Leonardo da Vinci exhibition at the Louvre, Paris
From 24 October 2019 to 24 February 2020