Fun and entertainment Picardy

Purple is a nightclub very popular by the young people of Lens. Music house techno assourdissante, (and yes! , the average age here does not exceed 30 years), many theme nights such as "Ladies Temptation", "Coyote Girls" or "Lucky Night"… Whether you like it or not, the atmosphere here is guaranteed until the wee hours of the morning.

In a cosy and charming area you can enjoy fine, fine teas or coffees that you can accompany with a homemade chocolate.

Ready for a crazy laser game session? Claustrophobes and achluophobes, this is not for you! Installed in Heron Park since 2009, enthusiasts can enjoy 750^m2 of totally new multi-level labyrinths! You'll face off against your opponents using laser pistols, in a futuristic universe packed with special effects. Perfect for a birthday party or just a moment with friends. You can even reserve the entire premises for your own use.

You can play from the age of 7 or 1.20 m.

A warm place in the heart of Wazemmes that is used by the neighborhood, artists and students. Concerts are often organised in this coffee held by Zinedine and Laurence, both passionate about music.

Les Trois Tricoteurs is a unique third-party space at the heart of an ecosystem focused on better consumption. The project is the brainchild of Sacha, Alex and Victor, three textile engineers and advocates of sustainable, responsible fashion. Together, they imagined this place, which houses a bar, a terrace and... a knitting workshop! You can have a drink, have a snack, take part in workshops and, above all, watch your future sweaters and socks being knitted before your very eyes. On-demand production means zero waste, and the circuit couldn't be any shorter!

A flagship address in Cateau-Cambrésis, open until late at night on weekends and which has seen generations of young (and not so young) people come to dance to the sound of the regularly organized concerts. Recently reopened after a period of closure, the Saint Matthieu offers a nice selection of beers at reasonable prices and offers sports broadcasts during major events, which makes it an ideal place to support your favorite team. In short, a sure value of the Cateau's night life, that you just have to try.

Generously served glasses, tapas (solo 8 €, duo 15 €), a wide range of cocktails based on rum and a nice terrace overlooking the Joffre Avenue: the Cuban Café has everything to seduce its customers! Warm colours, Havana's great fresco and salsa courses (every Thursday evening and salsa evening on the first Wednesday of the month) also set the tone. The Cuban Bar also regularly organises chippendales, DJ and piano-bar evenings.

This medieval tavern is run by an owner who shares his passion! In the basement, an imposing ^12th-century Romanesque vaulted cellar leads to a dungeon and an oubliette where archaeological remains have been found. You'll be able to taste Senlis' famous beer (Saint-Rieul), hypocras, rose elixir or red thorn elixir. Guided tours will take you back in time and into the atypical world of Laurent Thomas, the man behind the concept. You'll also find a boutique featuring stone and wooden statues.

With its beautiful terrace and its refined decoration, the Envers is a nice place to sip a cocktail at the time of the aperitif and have already seen some players from the VAFC. What's certain is that the big screen broadcasts Valenciennes matches live. 

A unique location reminiscent of the traditional Epinal atmosphere of our region. A good home fried, in a popular and symbolic setting! There are no longer very many gallodromes in the region, and it will offer you not only an incredible spectacle where the beaks together, but where tradition is highly respected. The rules are strict in this sport and you will see how well the federation is structured. The fighting is indeed very codified and takes the turn of real rites, and is of course only taking place in gallodromes. They are small rings from 2 to 3 m beside, surrounded by a metre-high mesh. In short, look, take part, listen, enjoy…

The first bar found in the Liberation stadium, this PMU café held by two FANS fans is also the seat of the Ch'tis boulonnais, one of the three supporters'associations. This is one of the rallying points on the match days before the meeting for the forecast and after the débrief '.

A very unusual museum, located in the beautiful village of Esquelbecq. Here, in a quirky and smiling universe, you will discover an improbable and fascinating collection of automatons all created on the spot: the Gigottos! You will be able to meet Ciboulette, a biquette who sings, tells stories and walks around, Félicifelle, the articulated Giant who belly dances, or attend the Gigottos Fanfare (who likes to walk around from festival to festival). In short, it's unexpected, great, surprising, ideal for families and well worth the detour!

A large complex located on the Cambrai road, at the exit of Arras, and composed of a dining room, making brasserie in the afternoon and evening, a large seminar room that can also host meals, a third dining room and finally a show room, animated all year round except during the great holidays. A real cabaret, where you can enjoy music-hall performances, magic or circus performances, theatre performances or some-man-show show. A long time for groups, this space has been open to the public for several months. It is also possible to privatize the place for cocktails or evenings. As for the brewery, it welcomes you every lunchtime and evening, except Mondays and Sundays evenings and on Saturday noon, and offers traditional cuisine with a few dishes of the cru (potje'vlesh, andouillette d'Arras, etc.), with a welcome to small care. 

This structure offers 26 bowling lanes specially brought in from the United States, a 200 m² games room, a 400 m² lasergame, a lounge bar, a room with 15 billiards tables and an indoor karting circuit (from 7 years old and 1.30 m) of more than 500 m using a bridge and tunnel. If you like video and arcade games, don't miss the dedicated area. The establishment is located at the entrance of the city and has a very large parking lot. Themed evenings are regularly organized. A place of entertainment not to be missed in Beauvais!

Despite the recent closure of the Amiens box, Comedy Clubs are still fashionable. If you would like to pay a good leisure area, in a highly friendly and human location, do not hesitate. Luck is given to "small new". From the theatre theatre, the stand-up, the one man, and even concerts, there are for all tastes. The show living at low prices is here.

La GABELLE has been offering many enchanting puppet shows since July 2009. Go to the foot of Saint Peter's Chapel to leave the children's dreams open. The smaller ones will love interacting with characters, they play in front of all their passions. The work behind the sons is admirable. Moreover, the whole technical aspect of the representations can even be discussed at the daily workshops! What a pleasure to give life to his own character! An exit full of surprises.

Would you like to treat yourself to an oenological experience in Abbeville, in a setting where it's good to relax? Then why not discover the Atelier du Vin! Whether you're enjoying an aperitif with friends or a glass from our current selection of top-quality wines, you can also take advantage of our many monthly evenings, each with a different theme. And if you want to learn more about the world of wine, you can even take part in workshops to discover, learn, know and experience.

He closes the walk. The Kof'ty lies at the end of the dike. He also has his own. A cosy and spacious bar at a time, offering a varied menu with several choices of Irish coffee. Theme evenings are regularly organized. It comes back and comes because the atmosphere is always friendly.

Start in a treasure hunt of nature… Between friends or families, the Hike-lès-Bléquin Rail offers you from April to September this recreational, educational and sporting activity! At the pace of the tests, puzzles and other problems to solve, browse 5 to 6 kilometres of trails to discover the village and its surroundings. On the menu: a good dose of intuition, a hint of direction, and a lot of insight. You will choose the treasure of the Knight of the Chapel or the treasure of Quelbin the Terrible…

Tariff: 3 € per person.

Distance: 5 to 6 km.

Duration: count at least 2 hours.

Difficulty: pretty easy.

Before being a gourmet address, Chez Juliane is above all a story of Juliane's passion for pastry, and her decision to open her own natural pastry shop.

In her cosy, elegant, old-fashioned premises, she offers you recipes that are "just like home", comforting with their familiar tastes that are always a pleasure, especially when cooked with love. Come to Chez Juliane for a Sunday brunch that's as hearty as it is delicious, topped off with her undeniable specialty: tartelettes!

François and his team, the artisans of this unique place, have imagined a bar where cocktails are sublimated by an artisanal know-how. Moreover, the place has its own laboratory where these two enthusiasts work with high quality alcohols and fresh products to imagine seven new original combinations every day. It's not surprising that the Joker is now a starred restaurant in the Green Guide and won the title of "Best Mixology Bar" in France at the Trophées de la Nuit in Paris. And the design and elegance of the setting do not spoil anything!

AviaSim is a flight simulator that lets you fly an Airbus A320 as if you were there. After choosing your destination from among 24,000 airports worldwide, you're installed in the cockpit, with your hand on the throttle and a 180° view of the breathtaking scenery, for a totally immersive flying experience. AviaSim also offers "aeronautical anti-stress" courses. And to prolong the adventure, you can even take home a DVD of your exploits in the air.

Located in the festive Saint-Leu district, this wine bar has become a reference for students looking for a place to relax after classes. Nice plates where charcuterie and cheese are mixed, successful cocktails, a wide range of rums and a nice terrace: the account is good! You can also listen to regular concerts and take advantage of the animations set up by the owners. In short, whether it is for an afterwork, an evening with friends or simply to have a good time, go to Les Enfants Terribles.

The temple of Belgian beer has been present in Arras for 6 years and deserves your full attention. Here, initiates and novices alike will find over 80 references of this beverage. Follow the advice of Mickaël, the owner, Belgian by birth, and let him sing his love of the product with his very own philosophy: "We'll drink milk the day the cows eat hops! To accompany your mousse, you can choose from a platter of Chimay beer-flavoured sausages or cheeses.

Studio 54 has several atmospheres: on sunny days, a superb terrace on a magnificent square, inside you will be seduced by the hushed atmosphere of a cellar bar with a plethora of cocktails made on demand before your eyes. You will be surprised by the inventiveness of the bartenders. Test their creativity with the surprise cocktail "As you like it" and let us know what you think. And finally, upstairs a secret room has been renovated for your evenings with friends. The bar also offers delicious tapas and platters.

Boasting a prime location, just opposite the Arras belfry, Notting Hill Coffee is the very type of American-style café where you can enjoy a cappuccino and a muffin from the comfort of your armchair. At lunchtime, the café offers a variety of sandwiches, soups, quiches, pastas and salads to choose from and eat in or take away. Although not concocted on the premises, the snacks are made from locally sourced produce, produced the same day less than 10 km from Arras.

Le Waf is a must-visit address in Lille: in fact, it's the first café in Europe dedicated to our canine companions. Ideal for those who love dogs but can't own one. You can sip your coffee or tea (self-service) while offering these affectionate companions a pat and a scratch. A portion of the proceeds is donated to partner associations. A great way to treat yourself while doing a good deed... With its original concept and relaxed atmosphere, this is a place for dogs! A good address to discover.

Just as you shouldn't judge a book by its cover, it's best to avoid forming preconceived ideas about certain places based on their names... You might be surprised, as you were with Bernadette..

Far from the tea-room atmosphere of checkered tablecloths and porcelain crockery, this establishment has a particularly surprising decor, made up of a bric-a-brac of objects of all kinds and from all eras, thanks to which Mehdi and Loïc's quirky establishment has a real soul. A real charm that attracts a significant clientele of regulars.

This bar on the lively Rue des Sarrazins has an atypical atmosphere. At the helm of this "old-fashioned" bistro, which has become a veritable institution, is a colorful character: the emblematic Monique! With a style all her own, she has made the Cheval Blanc one of the most popular bars in Wazemmes (despite stiff competition!). The place is so famous that Monique organizes the annual Bal du Cheval Blanc, which attracts over 2,000 people to Lille Sud! A real institution, we tell you!

This wine bar, in the heart of Arras, offers its clientele a range of carefully selected wines: all of them come from independent winemakers who respect the environment. Your glass can be accompanied by a cheese or charcuterie board, and why not the famous roasted camembert with honey and chorizo... The establishment also offers oenology courses and blind tasting evenings, open to both beginners and initiated. Céline and Bertrand frame these events with their passion and their rich knowledge.

Here is a nice spot to sip a drink and enjoy good tapas, almost with your feet in the water! The Merveilleux Hotel in Malo-les-Bains has a nice beach bar with deckchairs to lounge in the sun and enjoy the view on the sea. For lunch and/or dinner, you can enjoy delicious dishes made from fresh products, such as a charcuterie board, oysters or a salmon plate. A great spot not to be missed!

Looking for a unique experience? Head to Courquain, a village on the border between France and Belgium, for two escape games and a museum dedicated to the film Rien à déclarer . The Film Museum invites you to relive the adventures of Ruben and Mathias, the two customs officers played by Dany Boon and Benoît Poelvoorde, while two themed escape games will challenge you to solve riddles and take on challenges to accomplish your mission. Take on the role of Ruben or Mathias and explore the office or the garage - but be warned, you've only got an hour!

Prêt à Pause Thé was inspired by a concept from our Anglo-Saxon neighbors. In a single boutique, you can buy clothes and home decor, then sit down at a table to enjoy a hot cup of tea and dessert. The small garden is particularly pleasant on sunny days. A concept that appeals to locals and tourists alike, and a young, uncluttered decor in sober, delicate colors. The place is reminiscent of English seaside cottages: so British!

This new kind of establishment is managed by Keven and Sam, two geeks who are not yet 30 years old. They energize the Network with many events: DJs, happy hours, St. Patrick's Day parties, board game nights, etc. The bar offers a nice selection of local draught beers as well as a nice cocktail menu, to be accompanied by cheese and charcuterie boards. The service is young, dynamic and very pleasant. The room, open on the outside, decorated with a lot of care and green, gives desire to stay there for hours. The clientele is relatively young but it is not rare to meet employees coming for an afterwork. A very friendly atmosphere!

The time is long gone when the large Place du Barlet vibrated to the cries of the animal merchants and the girls of joy. Today, it vibrates to the rhythm of the national stage of Douai. Formerly a municipal circus, then a cultural action centre, the Hippodrome is now a place where you can come and enjoy the best of contemporary creation (theatre, music, dance, circus). But the Hippodrome hides another exceptional place, the Cinéma Paul Desmarets, where you can see a variety of films.

A cooperative, participatory and civic-minded café-cantine set up in the heart of the popular Bois-Blancs district. Since then, the place has continued to attract new enthusiasts. It has to be said that the atmosphere and good spirits of this little neighborhood café are second to none, and it regularly hosts concerts and other events. The team is extremely friendly and knows how to share its joie de vivre. As well as a choice of local and craft beers, you can enjoy a delicious home-cooked meal made from fresh, seasonal produce.

La Bonne Aventure is a unique event on the coast. The program features artists such as Juliette Armanet, Lorenzo, Lujipeka, Adé, Voyou, Irène Drésel and many more. The festival also offers secret routes where spectators can attend performances by artists whose names are kept secret until the last moment. Beach Arts also feature prominently, offering intriguing artistic experiences and encounters.

What a beautiful and well justified name for this establishment adjacent to the Hôtel des Arts! This lounge bar welcomes you in an elegant Art Nouveau decor. Each hour has its own atmosphere, in the morning for breakfast, in the afternoon for tea time and then an aperitif with nice plates or seafood to share. It is the only wine bar in town. The decoration is both modern and precious and a stylized Mona Lisa watches over the gustatory pleasures of the customers. The bar already has its regulars, especially for the Sunday brunch!

Ginger combines the roles of show organizer, producer and programmer. Since 1999, Ginger has been working with a number of well-known venues, including Le Cirque Jules Verne and Le Zénith in Amiens, Le Forum in Chauny, Théâtre de l'Avre in Roye, Elispace in Beauvais, Théâtre du Jeu de Paume in Albert, Le Tigre and Le Ziquodrome in Compiègne, Théâtre d'Abbeville, Le Chaudron in Portel and Calypso in Calais. Thanks to them, Scorpions, Lenny Kravitz, Indochine (22 times in the last 25 years), Ray Charles, Noir Désir, Manu Chao, M, Julien Doré, Kev Adams and Renaud have played in the Hauts-de-France region. Ginger also organizes festivals such as Rétro c' trop in Tilloloy, which sees big-name rock stars perform every year.

Sommelier de France, Betty will convince you with a large wine list and a nice selection mixing prestigious labels and wines from small owners. After a visit to the bar with a board, it's time for an authentic meal with quality products. The warm and relaxed atmosphere of this bar-resto, as well as its delicious gins, make it a real institution in the Dunkirk area. The Apéro Bistrot is open on the Apéro Resto, a rotisserie.

Just next to the Aqualud, the bar La Plage opens its doors to summer visitors. It is not to say that it is pleasant to sip a cocktail or enjoy an ice cream, with your feet in the hot sand, while the children have a great time in the nearby aquatic complex. The sea faces you, the sun shines, all you have to do is relax and enjoy it. Have a nice holiday in Le Touquet!

This is what we call a successful bet! Thierry and Ludovic, two young dads from Crépy, decided to do a reconversion to start this playground in 2015. The interior is not very large, but the children find largely their account there. The 0-4 years old area is well adapted, embellished with lots of fun balls. The 4-12 years old part is very complete with obstacles on three levels, a monkey bridge, a small soccer field and a slide. The big mascot (Coco the monkey) is always a big hit with the kids.

The evenings in noyonnais have become a lot livelier since this establishment opened! You can eat and drink here: there's a wine bar with expert advice and a great atmosphere. The menu is renewed every week, offering traditional French cuisine. And don't miss our themed evenings! Little bonus: if your bottle isn't finished, take it home with you. If you want to discover local specialties, we'll point you in the direction of local gin, pure malt and whisky!

But who are the Pinard brothers, settled in the most charming alley of Old Lille? Germain and Geoffroy, two childhood friends with a passion for wine and local produce! Far from the subdued, elitist image of wine bars, the address has been designed as a cosy, no-frills grocery bar. The star here is the wine, of course, but also the accompaniments: the menu, divided into five French regions, offers five wines, charcuterie and cheese by the slice for each region, carefully selected from small producers. A gustatory Tour de France!

The Babe, worthy baby of the famous Mother, definitely honours the lineage! Here, always the same hype atmosphere that made the Mother's success, but a menu based on exceptional meat. With its huge room in the spirit of industrial butchery, its large tables and its 20 draught beers to enjoy and to accompany with generous boards, the place is packed at aperitif time. Deli meats and cheeses are selected from passionate producers and from sustainable livestock farming, mainly in France and the North. Their beer, Lil Babe, is even brewed at 800 m! A happy hour headquarters in the heart of the city not to be missed.

La Mouss Touch' is a family and entrepreneurial challenge. Adrien and Bertrand Villert are brothers. After business school, they opened this beer bar. In their beer library, they promote regional production and present dozens of beers from the North and Pas-de-Calais. Their father, Jean-Charles, is also involved in the adventure, because the Mouss Touch' is also and above all a micro-brewery. Jean-Charles had been brewing as an amateur for several years... Now he brews like a pro and the Daron's beer bears his name well. And to accompany these delicious hopped nectars, the Mouss Touch offers boards of delicatessen and cheese. A warm and friendly family bar.

KaraFun Bar is ideal for a fun night out with friends. This karaoke bar offers several private rooms, where you can party and sip bar snacks and delicious cocktails. With 20 themed rooms, fans of rock, dance or pop music are sure to find one to suit their tastes. There's also a room called BIG STAGE, which can accommodate up to 50 people, perfect for corporate events or large groups. It's equipped with a stage and risers, where you can let loose and sing at the top of your lungs.

La Canopée, a unique cultural venue, has set up shop in a colorful, natural setting. On the bar side, excellent local beers and tasty cocktails to sip under the canopy. On the food side, juicy burgers and finger food just the way we like it. And when it comes to culture, it's a festival. Street artist Meda's frescoes color the walls, which host exhibitions by local artists, concerts, markets and workshops and, on Sundays, transform into an intimate jazz club. Not to be missed!

If you're desperate to drink a local beer, then step into the Beer Chope on Rue de Gand! The concept of this bar is to offer "all the beers of our region" and to pay homage to beer! The concept is the brainchild of owner Jonathan Nouchy, a great lover of the region... and of craft beers. On the first floor, discover the beers and admire the showcase of bottles, with all the big names from the area. Upstairs, extend your evening by playing the wooden games, or just chatting with friends.

Saveurs et Découvertes is THE tea room in Valenciennes. On the menu, more than 200 varieties of teas, infusions and rooibos to taste on the spot or to take away. Do you want a stronger beverage? Saveurs et Découvertes is also a coffee bar! You can taste pure Arabica coffees that will take you to the four corners of the world. To accompany these tasty nectars, succumb to jams, honeys, chocolates and other cocoa almonds. Finally, you can also make baskets from local products (terrines, foie gras, Lucullus).