ParisLocal 2023: 14 craftspeople open the doors of their workshops at the Viaduc des Arts

November 2023 1-127 Avenue Daumesnil

Calling all craft enthusiasts: ParisLocal is back for a 3rd edition from 17 to 19 November 2023.

An event not to be missed

What is ParisLocal?

For this year's event, ParisLocal is bringing together over 500 talented artists, craftspeople and artisans (ceramists, cabinet-makers, jewellers, chefs, pastry-makers, cheesemakers, glass-blowers, designers, wig-makers, etc.) committed to authentic, sustainable creation and responsible consumption.

The event is organised by the Mairie de Paris, Paris Je T’aime – Office de Tourisme, la Métropole du Grand Paris, which is putting the spotlight on the expertise of Greater Paris and its artisans.

This year, visitors from Paris, the Ile-de-France region and further afield will be able to take part in a series of new and original strolls around cross-cutting themes that trace the evolution of the craft industry over time, highlighting the eco-responsible commitment of Parisian craft industry players and promoting short circuits.

During these 3 exceptional days, the general public is invited to go and meet the craftspeople and shopkeepers and discover the Parisian and metropolitan area in a more authentic and local way.

Events such as exclusive workshops, tastings, demonstrations and open doors showcasing their expertise are on offer in 20 arrondissements of Paris and 3 departments of Greater Paris (92, 93, 94).

17, 18 and 19 November 2023

The date of the event is strategic. It provides an opportunity to support artisans in the run-up to the festive season and to encourage visitors to choose more responsible gifts, made in Paris, as part of a virtuous consumer approach.

ParisLocal gives additional visibility to craftspeople, artists, restaurateurs and producers, and makes them part of a wider communications campaign run by Paris je t'aime.

Whether it's to arouse curiosity or to share the wealth of our crafts and expertise that ParisLocal is a must-attend event, that are helping to make Paris an attractive destination, in particular by showcasing those who bear the "Made in Paris" label.

Meet the craftspeople of the Viaduc des Arts

This year at the Viaduc des Arts, 14 craftspeople are taking part in this unique event and have planned activities just for you:

La Fabrique nomade, the association that helps refugee and migrant craftspeople find employment in their sector in France, will be presenting its unique collections.

📆 Friday 17 November

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Confiture Parisienne is organising a workshop at the jam factory. Their jams are handmade from seasonal fruit, unrefined sugar and cooked in small batches in a copper cauldron using the traditional method.

📆 Friday 17 November

📍 17 av. Daumesnil

Tzuri Gueta, the multi-faceted designer, artist, craftsman, scientist and explorer will be presenting his unique silicone creations and his world inspired by the seaside and his childhood.