It’s easy to get your culture fix on a budget in Strasbourg! Here’s a list of some fantastic, completely free cultural activities.
A vast array of things to do for free
All year long, it’s free to visit the Aubette 1928 and the Cabinet des Estampes (Print Room) (by appointment only).
All the museums of Strasbourg are free every 1st Sunday of the month.
Free admission for visitors under 18 years old.
More information on the website of the museums of Strasbourg
Admission to the media libraries is free, and their exhibitions, encounters, shows and workshops are also free. On-site use of resources is free too, including daily newspapers, Wi-Fi and computers! Books and multimedia resources can be borrowed free of charge by those under 16.
Books and multimedia resources can be borrowed free of charge by everyone, starting on 1st January 2026!
Information and upcoming events on the media library website
Free admission
Discover “A Journey through Strasbourg”, the permanent exhibition designed for you to (re)discover the city’s heritage, architecture and cultural life.
Come try out an arts and crafts activity every first Saturday of the month, from 11:30 am to 1 pm.
Free admission
Discover more than 1,000 years of local history through exhibitions, conferences, workshops, guided tours and a reading room.
You can find further information on the website of the Archives
Free admission, subject to availability.
About 150 events, including concerts, dance shows and plays, all season long.
Unique events
In January
Nuits de la lecture (Reading Nights)
A special event dedicated to reading in all its forms, during the day and at night, in the network of media libraries.
In January
Festival of the Conservatory
A rich and varied programme of events: performances by the professors, their students and alumni. There’s something for everyone: early music, jazz concerts, clown shows, plays, dances, karaoke, and more!
In January
Bibliothèques idéales (The Perfect Library)
Interviews, encounters, readings and music.
Further information on the website of the Bibliothèques Idéales
In February
Enfantines
Activities, shows and special events for families, in the network of media libraries.
In March and April
Illustration Festival “Rencontres de l’Illustration”
Discover the world of illustration at various iconic cultural venues in Strasbourg.
Information and programme on the website of the Illustration Festival “Rencontres de l’Illustration”
In May
Night of Museums
Nighttime events in museums: guided tours, concerts and artwork discovery.
More information on the website of the museums of Strasbourg
From June to August
Summer in Strasbourg
Concerts, shows, and more. Every summer, enjoy lots of cultural events, including the Symphony of the Arts and the Kiosque en Musique (Music in the Park) at Contades Park
Early September
Strasculture
Find all your cultural activities and outings for the whole year! It’s a fun day with shows and activities for the entire family.
In September
Bibliothèques Idéales (The Perfect Library)
Interviews, encounters, readings and music
Further information on the website of the Bibliothèques Idéales
Mid-September
European Heritage Days
Opening to the public of exceptional sites in the city, from iconic monuments to places of everyday life.
In November
Debates at the Library
Encounters, workshops, shows and exhibitions.
In December
Strasbourg, the Capital of Christmas
Lots of events and activities during the period of the Christmas Markets.
Programming of the Christmas Market and the “OFF” Christmas Market on the Christmas website.