Last weekend was all about getting out of the city to discover chateaux and do some wine tastings. So before we get on to the more standard tipsy weekends, it’s time to take one weekend for more relaxed activities such as art and gardening. That is not the case however for our night program which is full of nice surprises.
This is the list of things to do this weekend in Bordeaux (April 13-15):
Culture
L’image livre-Czech avant-garde artists of the 20s.
The exhibition “L’image-livre” presents a private collection of Czech book covers from the graphic designer Pierre Ponant from the period of 1920 -1930. The exhibition offers a window to modern creation in the graphic world through a collection of more than 100 pieces of art.
For more info.
When: January 25- May 5
Where: 39 rue Bouffard, 33000 Bordeaux
Street Color at Institut Bernard Magrez
An extensive street are exhibition will be presented from April 5 to June 24 at the Institut Bernard Magrez. The expo will include some well known street artists (mostly French ones), such as MAD C (GER), Seth (FRA), d’Alexöne (FRA) and more. This institute is a historic monument dated to the 18th century, so the combination of an ancient chateau with street art will most certainly add to the atmosphere of the exposition.
Address: 16 rue de Tivoli, Bordeaux
Itinéraires des Photographes Voyageurs – photography festival
The 28th edition of the “travelling photographers routes” festival is taking place April 1-29. During this month, 17 photography expositions will be presented in the main cultural institutions of the city such as the Rocher de Palmer in Cenon, the Bibliothèque Grand Parc, Espace Saint-Rémi and others.
Get the full list of all artists and more info about the event here.
Festivals and Salons
Convention Tattoo Bordeaux
The international tattoo convention of Bordeaux will take place on the weekend of April 14-15 in Hangar 14, which is located at Quai des Chartrons. The program includes: a tattoo contest, expositions, live concerts and different activities such as juggling and brake-dancing.
When: April 14-15
Where: hangar 14, 115 Quai des Chartrons, 33000 Bordeaux
How much: 15 € /day
Festival of urban cultures in Lormont
Festival des cultures urbaines in Lormont is taking place From March 31 to April 14. The festival revolves around urban culture and its artistic expressions with a program that includes concerts, workshops and activities of art, sport, dance and more. Although the festival is close to its end, you can still enjoy some interesting shows this weekend so check out the program.
When: March 31- April 14
Where: Brassens Camus, Rue Henri Dunant, 33310 Lormont
With Kids
Spring Break
Spring Break in the Bordeaux area started almost a week ago and I know many of you are out of ideas for things to do to entertain the kids. If you need some help, check out my list of six things to do over Spring break.
Architecture workshops for kids
CIAP (the center of interpretation of world heritage) of Bordeaux will hold an architecture workshop for kids (aged 4-8) on April 14. And while your kids practice their skills, building with Kapla, you have the chance to discover the urban landscape of Bordeaux and the challenges of its evolution.
When: April 14, 10:30
Where: 4 place de la Bourse, 33000 Bordeaux
How much: 5€ (free for the parents)
Explore the behind the scenes of the Opera
“Le Vin & la Musique, accords et désaccords” is an exposition currently presented at the Cité du vin, that makes various fascinating connections between music and wine as they are reflected in different works of art. During the spring break (April 7-22) the museum added a workshop for kids that will allow them to enjoy this exhibition as well. Kids (ages 8-12) will discover the magic world of the Opera through its costumes and decorations. At the end of the workshop they will create their own opera decorations.
For more details and reservations.
When: April 7-22
Where: 1, esplanade de Pontac Bordeaux
Explore dinosaurs
A fun activity for kids takes place this week at the commercial center of Bordeaux Lac (until April 14). Your kids will discover the dinosaurs world through a variety of activities such as virtual reality, dinosaur egg hunt, selfies with dinosaurs and more.
When: April 10-14
Where: Avenue Quarante Journaux, 33300 Bordeaux
Different activities
Le Printemps du Bourgailh
Le Printemps du Bourgailh is the must go event for all plant lovers, aspiring gardeners or just environmentally conscious citizens. The event will take place April 14-15, at the heart of the 75 hectares of l’écosite du Bourgailh. The program will include a plants market, gardening workshops for kids and grownups, a mobile farm and more.
For more info.
When: April 14-15
Where: 179, avenue de Beutre – 33600 Pessac
How much: free
Furniture Hospital
Les P’tits Gratteurs, a local association that organizes activities in the St Michel and St. Croix neighborhoods, invites you to repair your old furniture at their event “L’ Hôpital des Meubles” that will take place April 14. Come with your piece of furniture, that you have always wanted to fix but never had the time, and they will provide you with the right materials and equipment.
For more info.
When: April 14
Where: Place Pierre Renaudel, 33800 Bordeaux, France
How much: free
Concerts/ Shows/ Games
Julien Dore
Julien Dore, a talented French singer whose songs you may have heard over French radio, will give one concert at Theatre Femina on April 13.
When: April 13
Where: 10 Rue de Grassi, 33000 Bordeaux
How much: 40€ to 60€
Holidays on Ice
When: April 13
Where: 95, cours du Marechal Juin, 33000 Bordeaux
Drinking/ Fooding/ Shopping
Sounds of Science – Brunch Electronique
Aux vivres de l’art will host an electro-music brunch on April 15. In the program: a food truck and a cool line up: Panic acoustik, C’Ams, Dunas, DJ Deep Rod Sepheu (South Africa).
For more info and tickets.
When: April 15 at 14:00
Where: 4 rue Achard, 33300 Bordeaux, France
Vide Dressing so Chic à Bordeaux
Come to participate in a big fashion sale of 30 friends that gathered their wardrobe at the “Vide Dressing so Chic” event that will take place on April 14 at Espace Nomade. If you want to make some space in your closet and donate some of you clothes, the Fringuette association will be happy to collect them.
For more info.
Where: 39 rue du chateau d’eau, 33000 Bordeaux, France
When: April 14 (10am- 7pm)
Erasmus Festa do Brasil
For the students among you, or just people who like to party, Erasmus Bordeaux invites you this Friday (April 13) to their Festa do Brazil- Samba, cocktails and a tropical vibe. The party will take place at the Torito Bar.
for more info.
Where: 47 cours alsace lorraine, 33000 Bordeaux, France
When: April 13
Le M restaurant, headed by the two talented chefs Arno and David invites you to their event Music by Night this Friday (April 13). The evening will start with TRIO 180c and will continue into the night with DJ YOUCEED, accompanied by surprising cocktails and delicious tapas. Come and join them in their celebration!
Where: 53 Rue Lafaurie Monbadon. 33000 Bordeaux
When: April 13
Enjoy the weekend!
