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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.
4
April
Exhibition: ‘LU: A Century of Innovation (1846-1957)’, Nantes
Until 3 January
20
Sep
French Open
Until 4 October
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