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Join our engaging French classes designed for both adults and teens, offering personalized learning experiences for every skill level.

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TEF Certification

The TEF provides confirmation of one’s level of competency in French in any professional, academic or mobility-related context.  

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Clubs and Events

Experience French culture firsthand by participating in our dynamic clubs and attending special events, designed for language enthusiasts of all levels.

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Frantastique

Enhance your French learning experience with Frantastique, a fun, personalized e-learning app designed to fit your schedule.

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Aimigo Coach

Improve your speaking skills while having fun with your new intelligent coach, ready to support you in your language journey.

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Les Bibliothèques

Looking for French reading contents? Check out Culturethèque, our e-library, and La Bibliothèque at the French Cultural Center.

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Upcoming EVENTS

You don’t have to speak French to participate in activities through the Alliance Française. We welcome everyone that is interested in learning and experiencing French and Francophile culture.

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Pétanque

Pétanque

Join us for a game of pétanque - and get ready for our June 6 Pétanque Contest!  No experience required.  We have a few sets of boules if you don't have any.
6320 Pleasant Pines Drive, Raleigh, NC 27613
The game may be cancelled in case of rain.
Free and open to all

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6320 Pleasant Pines Drive, Raleigh, NC 27613

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Conversation du mardi

Conversation du mardi

Bienvenue à La Conversation du Mardi!
La Conversation
 is held on Zoom on the first Tuesday of each month, unless otherwise specified.  It is an opportunity to get to know each other and practice speaking French. 
In French, free for members and aspiring members.

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Online

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Apéro in Wilmington

Apéro in Wilmington

Join us for this French spin on Happy Hour and French conversation in a relaxed atmosphere.  All levels of French strongly encouraged.  
Repeats every first Thursday of the month.

No need to register

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Far From France, 1474 Barclay Pointe Blvd #201 - Wilmington, NC 28412

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Défi 2026

Défi 2026

Ready to show off your French skills and cultural savvy? Join us for LE DEFI 2026, an exciting international quiz competition organized by the Federation of AF USA, in partnership with the Fondation des Alliances Françaises in Paris.

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Online

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Gypsy Jazz Night

Gypsy Jazz Night

Join us for Happy Hour followed by a Gypsy jazz concert with the Onyx Club Boys and singer Sophie Del-Pra.  
The band will take you on an enchanted musical journey of French Chansons, contemporary French music, Valse Musettes, Jazz Manouche, and more. 
2025 Donors get a special discounts: $5/person instead of $20.
Bilingual.

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French Cultural Center - 6320 Pleasant Pines Drive, Raleigh, NC 27613
$20.00 USD

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Club de Lecture

Club de Lecture

Our Club de Lecture is held online once a month.
This month, we will discuss Vipère au poing de Hervé Bazin.
In French - For members only.  Aspiring members are welcome to try the Club de Lecture twice.


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Online

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Café Chansons

Café Chansons

Join us for Café Chansons - a casual singalong where everyone is welcome.  No singing experience (or perfect pitch) required!
We’ll sing beloved French classics and contemporary favorites; from Piaf to Zaz. Whether you’re a karaoke star or just like to mumble along, there’s a place for you.  All levels of French welcome!  Got an instrument? Bring it along and jam with us!  Click Register to see our current list of songs.
In French, free for all.

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6320 Pleasant Pines Drive, Raleigh, NC 27613

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Walk in French

Walk in French

Join us for a stroll in a park while speaking French!
Durant Nature Preserve
8305 Camp Durant Rd, Raleigh, NC 27614
In French.  For members and aspiring members.
Note: The walk may be canceled in the event of rain.



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Durant Nature Preserve

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Yoga en Français

Yoga en Français

90-minute all-levels workshop
Stretch your body and your French! This welcoming 90-minute yoga workshop is taught entirely in French, so you get the benefits of a yoga class and a language class at the same time. A basic understanding of French is preferred.  No yoga experience needed - true yoga beginners are very welcome.  
$25/member - $35/future member

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French Cultural Center - 6320 Pleasant Pines Drive, Raleigh, NC 27613
$35.00 USD
8 Places Remaining


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Pétanque Contest

Pétanque Contest

Join us for a morning of friendly competition and French flair! Our Panaché tournament means players will be paired randomly for each game, so everyone gets a chance to mix, mingle, and play with different partners.
No need to be a pro; just bring your enthusiasm (and your boules, if you have them). Coffee, tea and water will be available.  
Bilingual - $10/person
Space is limited!

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French Cultural Center - 6320 Pleasant Pines Drive, Raleigh, NC 27613
22 Places Remaining

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