Every weekend, the same question comes up: “What are we doing this weekend?” Look no further, Lyon Secret has unearthed the must-see events for the weekend of October 4 to 6, 2024. Exhibitions, free events and fireworks… All you have to do is choose from this list of things to do this weekend in the capital of the Gauls!
Let yourself be captivated by the world of Andy Warhol
Attention pop art lovers: La Chaufferie de l’Antiquaille (5th arrondissement) is the setting for an exhibition dedicated to the brilliant and controversial American photographer. Produced by Art Expo Première and designed by David Lawrence , “The World According to Andy Warhol” presents an exceptional collection of 40 photographs with commentary, staged in an unprecedented way. A new perspective on the work and life of this iconic artist!
📍Venue: La Chaufferie de l’Antiquaille, La Chaufferie de l, 1 Rue de l’Antiquaille, 69005 Lyon
📅Date : multiple dates
💸Price: 0-12 €
Give it your all at Le Sucre
It’s the event that’ll get partygoers dancing this weekend. This Friday, October 4, Le Sucre offers “mini club x Vel Release party“, a club night featuring Lyon-based Vel, a rising star on today’s techno scene and loyal Nuits Sonores subscriber. To celebrate the release of her debut album “There is always a solution”, flirting with trance, released on Anetha’s label, with whom she has already collaborated on an EP. For the occasion, she’ll be teaming up with Alda Vain, a Danish dj who’ll be delivering a lightning-fast hypnotic set, and Dutchman Loek Frey for a live set that “will have you exploring the darkest techno abysses”. All in an intimate atmosphere. We’ll be there!
📍 Location: Le Sucre, 50 Quai Rambaud, 69002 Lyon
📅Date: Friday, October 4
💸Price: €11-15
A tour of cafés in the 7th arrondissement
Autumn is the perfect excuse to take refuge in a cozy café, and accompany your favorite book with a snack. Chaï latte, pumpkin spice latte, banana bread… The choice is yours. This list even includes the address of a café à chats, ideal for a real moment of cocooning. The 7th arrondissement, where life is particularly good, is full of them.
📍Location: multiple locations
A cultural forest bath
Autumn is also (and above all) a celebration of nature, falling leaves and the ochre colors of the forest. You don’t have to venture far to experience the change of season: at the Musée des Confluences, photographer Vincent Munier invites you to follow in his footsteps to discover the teeming life of the forest, from dusk to dawn, in a visual and aural journey immersed in forestry. Deer, owls, lynx, capercaillie, black woodpeckers… He reveals to visitors the fauna that inhabits the forests and encourages them to observe. Be on the lookout!
📍 Location: Musée des Confluences, 86 Quai Perrache, 69002 Lyon
📅Date: until April 25, 2025
💸Price: 0-12 €
Discover the naughty side of Lyon with an unusual tour
Discover the naughtiest side of Lyon’s history with this historical tour! This Saturday at 5pm, join us at Place Terreaux for an instructive stroll around the Presqu’île. You’ll discover, among other juicy anecdotes, famous tales of local debauchery, and 14th-century doctors’ recommendations on procreation and masturbation. Reservations here!
📍Location: Place des Terreaux, Lyon 1st
📅Date: Every Saturday at 5pm
💸Price: €19.95
Hunt for a vintage fashion piece
The Vintage Fashion Market takes over La Sucrière for the second time this year. On the program for this new edition: the 90s are in the spotlight. Minimalist and grunge music are the order of the day, as participants are invited to hunt for bargains against a backdrop of DJ sets. Decoration, luxury goods, fashion, upcycling… You’re sure to come across some nuggets. Ready to free yourself from social conventions for a day? Information and reservations here.
📍Location: La Sucrière, 49/50 Quai Rambaud, 69002 Lyon
📅Date: October 5 and 6, 2024
💸Price: €4-5
Back to childhood
Like Nathan Sawaya, an ex-business lawyer turned world number 1 Brick Artist, who has decided to let his childlike soul take over by professionally devoting himself to LEGO® art. In The Art of The Brick, 70 sculptures made entirely from a million little bricks are on display. Visitors will find life-size reproductions of masterpieces such as The Venus de Milo and Rodin’s The Thinker, as well as original, thought-provoking pieces from the American artist’s imagination.
📍Venue: Grand Hôtel-Dieu, 24 Quai Jules Courmont, Lyon 69002
📅Date: multiple dates
💸Price: €13.90-22.90
Test a science trail
This weekend, enjoy an extraordinary immersive experience. After winning over many visitors in Aix-en-Provence, Enigma is coming to Lyon. Get ready to plunge into a unique universe combining exploration, discovery and entertainment at the Westfield La Part-Dieu shopping center! A perfect activity for the whole family.
📍 Location: Westfield La Part Dieu shopping center, 17Rue Dr Bouchut, 69003 Lyon
📅Date: multiple dates
💸Price: €12-15