Fun and entertainment Pau

This room can accommodate 650 to 6 500 people with, for example, dinner for 800 guests, a cocktail for 2 500 people, large seminars… All this thanks to the modularity of space. The glass hall with its bar and panels is 1 200 m ²; The 2 800 m ² showroom has armchairs, a scene that develops or the, concealable stands, a first floor became mezzanine - possibilities are very varied. There is also a second reception room on the first floor, 100 m ², with a breathtaking view of the surrounding area in a spirit of lounge. It can accommodate 120 people seated and can be rented as well. Prices are very variable but, according to the estimate, can be very accessible.

Since October 2022, the Le Méliès cinema has offered 3 cinemas with 80 to 300 seats dedicated to the 7th art, located in the Foirail cultural center. Certified art house, it programs national releases, retrospectives, heritage films, art house films and screenings for young audiences. Its excellent and eclectic programming, punctuated by previews and meetings with directors, will delight all cinephiles. Online ticket terminals are available at the cinema reception desk. There's also a convivial area with tapas and local drinks. Le Méliès is the place to be for lovers of cinema in all its forms.

A real institution in Pau, the Garage and its Irish pub spirit are a hit with everyone! The brasserie offers quality dishes. For some of the best fish and chips in town, this is the place to go! The burger menu is unbeatable. The Death Burger, with its 600 grams of meat, or the enormous three-steak burger will delight meat lovers, who will also find an excellent prime rib. Housed in a former garage, the pub's relaxed, festive atmosphere is a must. The menu of 100 whiskies and 80 rums is mind-boggling, and the beer and cocktail list very comprehensive. A top-notch team awaits you.

Flashy neon lights, coconut palms and a festive mood: you've definitely come to the Tropical café! This is an establishment that has been livening up the evenings in Pau for almost 20 years. It's an instant eye-catcher, and a delight once you've tried it. Sweet cocktails, themed evenings, danceable music and a big dance floor to sway to the beats. Everything you need for unforgettable evenings in a warm atmosphere! Although the space is small, the atmosphere is intimate and friendly, making you want to talk to everyone and have a great time together! One of Pau's leading nightlife addresses.

With its 7 screens, 4 of which are accessible to people with reduced mobility, the CGR Saint-Louis is modern and comfortable, yet remains the city's oldest cinema and part of Palais's heritage. 3D films can be programmed, as well as live broadcasts of French and foreign musicals, operas and one-man shows. It's also worth noting that this establishment broadcasts foreign films in their original version, an appreciated feature for fans of more authentic cinema. Previews and events punctuate the year. Its downtown location is ideal for extending your cinema outing with a meal, a drink or some shopping!

At Little Monkey, you'll find a different atmosphere throughout the day, as the place doubles up as a restaurant, tea room and bar! During the day, you can relax in the establishment with a coffee or one of the varieties of tea, including Théodor's, in a warm setting. This is a perfect address, decorated in contemporary wood and metal lines that harmonize with the taupe and black colors. The Little Monkey bar continues to evolve with new dishes, homemade burgers and tapas cocktail evenings. A complete and exquisite address to discover without moderation!

A gourmet address par excellence, the French Coffee Shop is the palate of temptation! In the heart of a lively square, it welcomes you with its wooded and colourful decor. You are sure that it will bring you pleasant moments of relaxation and perhaps become the privileged place for your snacks... the hardest thing here is to choose! The hot and cold drinks menu is a festival: smoothies, fresh fruit juices, milkshakes, Viennese chocolate, cappuccino latte macchiato, toffee coffee, iced coffee... The original "coffee cookie" or "chocotella" recipes are variations of the cappuccino with toppings and whipped cream with pieces of cake or hazelnuts. This year, it is the Bubble Tea that is making a hit, an iced tea with small fruit balls whose aroma you choose, from kiwi to peach, it is according to taste, it is surprising because they burst in the mouth! On the pastry side, different varieties of muffins and cookies, classic pastries and the American range with plain, white chocolate or lemon cheesecakes, Carott Cake? We're salivating in advance!

Le Durango is one of Pau's oldest nightclubs, and it's fair to say that the evenings here are anthology. Here you're dealing with true nightlife professionals, and every night the Durango team gives its all to make your nights more beautiful than your days! A haven for rock music, over the last few years the club has taken a slight electro turn, the quality of which is a delight for fans. Special evenings with top turntablists follow one another, and some of the biggest names have set the dancefloor alight with their legendary beats. This nightclub is a must for any night out in Palaiso, as it's a truly exceptional venue devoted entirely to partying and dancing!

New Bowling des Pyrénées is both a leisure facility and a sports club, the BC Palois school-club, accredited by the French Bowling and Bowling Federation. With 12 approved lanes, the club offers sports bowling for youngsters in the minimes, cadets and juniors categories, and caters for children and adults alike. We can also organize your child's birthday party (up to age 12, 16 euros per head), which includes two parties, chocolate cake, sweets and unlimited drinks. It's also possible to dine on site at the bar-snack bar, from Tuesday to Saturday, for around 20 euros per person.

It was not until 1854 that the idea of creating a theater in Pau was first mooted. Closed in 1978 for safety reasons, it was reopened 11 years later by André Labarrère, who gave it a serious facelift, including the superb ceiling by^Mme Lacay-Burato. After a few twists and turns and some final renovations, it reopened its doors in 2016, and this little Italian-style theater is now the prestigious backdrop for Palais's cultural scene. It's true that its 430 seats make it an intimate setting where artists and audiences establish a real closeness, conducive to the emotions that are inevitably at the rendezvous. What a beautiful, lively and magical venue!

In the heart of the city center, the Connemara is a "bar licence boîte" as its many regulars say! A veritable institution, this aspect definitely makes it an establishment like no other. In some ways it's just a bar, in others it's more like a nightclub. On the outside, it's easy to spot with its red-and-green-painted wooden facade; inside, it's all wood, like an authentic Irish pub, with an upstairs gallery running around the dance floor animated by a big screen. Here, good humor and conviviality are the order of the day, with or without whisky, beer and cocktails, as Connemara frequently organizes theme evenings.

Inside, the counter takes pride of place in the middle of a room full of character, and we love the lounge area at the heart of a small, intimate stage with its leather club armchairs. It opens onto the terrace, which is another highlight of the place, as you're on boulevard des Pyrénées and the terrace faces you. A short fast-food menu offers you the chance to eat on the go! And if you've got a sweet tooth, waffles and crêpes are on the menu. The Café Russe is a real atmospheric bar, with a great range of drinks on offer, including an extensive whisky cellar, a well thought-out rum cellar and an impressive list of alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails.

Escape at your fingertips! That's the promise of this fun and entertaining escape game in the heart of Pau! Can you make it out of the Haunted Motel alive, find your way to the other side of the looking glass, or return to childhood for an enchanted interlude? The worlds explored here offer something for everyone: thrills, fantasy and humor. Special mention must go to the Retour en enfance (Back to childhood) room, imagined and scripted by Pierre, the master of the house! You won't find it anywhere else! The other 2 rooms present accomplished scenarios with complex quests. What a great time! Stunning decorations!

La Maison du Jeu Francas embodies the spirit of play as a tool for learning, socialization and pleasure, offering a vast choice of board games, construction games and role-playing games. It's a place where there's something for everyone. The toy library is open to all, from toddlers to adults. Families, school groups and friends come together to share moments of play, strengthening social and intergenerational ties. Here, play is a powerful tool for personal development and lifelong learning.

This tapas bar is an ideal place to relax in downtown Pau. Its typically Spanish ambience will instantly immerse you in the festive atmosphere of Spain. The focal point of the tapas bar experience is its cuisine. Specialties of the Iberian Peninsula, tapas are small portions of Spanish dishes served for sharing(tortillas, patatas bravas, ham...). Casa Iruña also offers fine cuts of meat, such as prime rib or duck breast, sliced and shared. Numerous cocktails are served alongside Spanish cuisine. A festive address where joy and sharing come together!

The Galway brilliantly recreates the atmosphere of English and Irish pubs, with its green tones, wood furnishings and so-Irish decor. A wide variety of beers and spirits are on offer. Lovers of the genre and expatriates alike will nostalgically find themselves in this place, which is sometimes quiet, sometimes lively, but always authentic. Perfect for late afternoons or evenings out with friends and family. What's more, its location on the Boulevard des Pyrénées gives it an incredible terrace with a view of the mountains, a magnificent sight when the weather's clear. Service is fast and friendly.

This is the dance-floor, lounge bar and function room of the Casino de Pau. At the heart of this elegant establishment is the Dance Floor, a vibrant space dedicated to dance and music. On Saturday evenings, the Royal Lounge opens its doors and its starry dance floor, from 10 p.m. until the end of the night. Regular parties are organized with national DJs invited to perform at the Royal Lounge. With 500 m² of floor space, the venue can also accommodate corporate seminars and group dinners. It boasts the largest indoor LED screen in Pau. Separate entrance from the Casino, with shared parking. Checkrooms at the entrance. Catering on site.

Well-known to students for its location on the university campus, La Centrifugeuse is nonetheless a performance venue open to all, regardless of age. With seating for 400 standing and 200 seated, it offers a comfortable, intimate space for concerts, dance, circus and theater performances, meetings and debates, often focusing on the discoveries and talents of tomorrow. It's a place that never rests, always evolving and innovating. Bands of all kinds take to the stage, where the emphasis is on diversity, eclecticism and celebration. From conceptual musical creations to more classic productions.

An Australian bar on the Boulevard des Pyrénées, the Winfield welcomes you in a warm atmosphere at any time of day... with a little contrast depending on the timing. Indeed, when the sun is at its zenith, the Winfield is a calm place, open onto the exceptional promenade of the Boulevard des Pyrénées and its immense terrace, ideal for contemplating the view of the mountains. In the evening, the Winfield becomes attractive with its lounge spirit, dark decor with neon lights everywhere and trendy music. The beer is fresh, including Foster, the emblematic brand from the land of kangaroos. The menu also includes tasty cocktails, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic!