What's On

Join us at Alliance Française de Raleigh for a variety of exciting events! 

Our calendar is packed with opportunities to improve your French skills, immerse yourself in the vibrant Francophone culture, and connect with fellow enthusiasts. Don't miss out on our monthly social gatherings and themed celebrations that bring the community together. 



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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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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Is It Cheaper To Live In France?

Is It Cheaper To Live In France?

Is it really cheaper to live in France?  The answer is… yes - and no.
After more than 30 years of living, working, and helping clients relocate to France, Adrian Leeds can tell you this with certainty:
The cost of living in France is not just different—it’s structured differently.
And unless you understand how it works, you can easily misjudge what your life here will truly cost.

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Online

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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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The Paris Effect

The Paris Effect

What is it about Paris—and French culture—that so powerfully moves and inspires people around the world?
In this engaging talk, journalist and longtime Paris resident Elaine Sciolino explores the answer in one compelling word: seduction. 

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Online

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Ciné-Dîner in Wilmington

Ciné-Dîner in Wilmington

Live in the Wilmington area?  Join the Wilmington Annex for a charming evening of Ciné & Dîner at Far From France Bakery & Bistro. 
Far From France will be screening the Golden Globe nominee Intouchables (Untouchables, 2011,) a playful and heartwarming portrayal of an unlikely friendship between a quadriplegic and his unconventional caregiver.  Based on a true story.
In French with English subtitles

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

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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
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Ciné-Club

Ciné-Club

Join us for the screening of the movie Délicieux, a 2022 movie set in the gorgeous scenary of le Cantal, at the dawn of the French Revolution. 
The movie follows the fortunes of Pierre Manceron, a daring but proud cook who is sacked by his master the Duke of Chamfort. With a bit of encouragement from his new apprentice,  Manceron leaves behind the shackles of servitude and undertakes his own revolution. Together, they invent a place of pleasure and sharing open to all: the first restaurant.
In French with English subtitles - Free for all

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French Cultural Center - 6320 Pleasant Pines Drive, Raleigh, NC 27613
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Immersion Trip to Lyon

Immersion Trip to Lyon

Join us for an information session about our upcoming 8-Day Immersion Trip to Lyon.


Trip Details


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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
$10.00 USD
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Le Café

Le Café

Join us at the Alliance Française for casual French conversation with fellow members.
We provide coffee and tea, and the library is open!
6320 Pleasant Pines Drive, Raleigh, NC 27613
In French - For members and aspiring members
No need to register

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6320 Pleasant Pines Drive, Raleigh, NC 27613

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Art In The Park

Art In The Park

Discover art beyond the gallery walls with this guided “Art in the Park” tour at the North Carolina Museum of Art. Led by bilingual docent Diane Beckman, you’ll stroll through the museum’s beautiful park while exploring a selection of outdoor sculptures and installations.
In French, $10 members / $15 non members
Book your spot early; space is limited!

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North Carolina Museum of Art - 2110 Blue Ridge Rd, Raleigh, NC 27607
$15.00 USD
11 Places Remaining

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Your Life in Watercolor

Your Life in Watercolor

Capture your favorite memories in a creative new way!   Join this relaxed, beginner-friendly workshop led by fellow member and instructor Lynda Chambers. She'll guide you in turning life’s moments into small watercolor illustrations in a booklet. Think scrapbooking, but with paint instead of photos!
In English - $90 non members, $70 members  

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French Cultural Center 6320 Pleasant Pines Drive, Raleigh, NC 27613
$90.00 USD
10 Places Remaining

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