Upcoming Events
The Alliance Française de St. Louis is the place to be for French and Francophone cultural events in the St. Louis area. Join us for a variety of cultural events that include French film showings, book clubs, cooking classes, wine tastings, musical performances, and much more. Most events are free to members of the Alliance Française de St. Louis and first-time non-members.
Cercle de lecture - Novembre
Rejoignez-nous pour le Cercle de Lecture de novembre où nous discuterons de Vivre vite de Brigitte Giraud.
New African Orleans: A Film and Concert Celebrating Senegal and St. Louis
Please join us for a VERY special evening at the .ZACK Theater with a one-night only film and concert with Senegalese musician and composer, Alune Wade. Come out to share the connections between jazz and afrobeat in West Africa and New Orleans, and to build bridges up and down the Mississippi River, and across the Atlantic! Get your tickets today!
Free Conference: Noël en Provence, raconté par Myriam
Please join us for a lively conference entitled Noël en Provence, as Alliance Française de St. Louis instructor, Myriam Bourg, Ph.D., recounts her memories of Christmas growing up in Provence, France. Free for members and your guests! RSVP today!
Fête de Saint Nicolas
Join us for a morning of festive holiday fun at our annual Fête de Saint Nicolas, exclusively for the little ones. 🎅 In lieu of kids classes this day, we will be celebrating the holiday season with story time, crafts, and games.
Fête de fin d'année - Holiday Party
Please join us for our end-of-the-year celebration! Attendance is free for all AFSTL members and their guests. Space is limited - RSVP today!
Copains du mardi - Décembre - Apéritif dinatoire festif
Join us for the December meeting of Les Copains du Mardi where we will be celebrating the holidays with an apéro dinatoire festif.
French Etiquette With Isabelle: Just in Time for Thanksgiving!
Get ready to impress your guests this holiday season - à la française! Join us for a delightful and insightful free conference on French etiquette, presented by Isabelle, our Executive Director. Space is limited - RSVP today!
Copains du Mardi - Novembre
Join us for the November meeting of Les Copains du Mardi where we will be discussing Le Rêve du Jaguar by Miguel Bonnefoy.
Armistice Day Ceremony & Luncheon
Please join us in commemorating Armistice Day with a wreath-laying ceremony followed by a luncheon. Free to attend. RSVP today!
WW1 Parade Annuelle de l’Armistice avec la Société Historique du Missouri
Join the Alliance Française and our friends at the Société Française de Saint Louis as we honor those who have served our nation. Unfurl your flags and show your support at the annual Veterans Day Parade, hosted by the Missouri Historical Society, which celebrates our veterans and our military.
Cercle de lecture - Octobre
Rejoignez-nous pour le Cercle de Lecture d’octobre où nous discuterons de Kilomètre zéro : Le chemin du bonheur de Maud Ankaoua.
Ciné Club: Youssef Salem a du succès (2022) Free French Film Showing
Please join us for a screening of Youssef Salem a du succès (2022) at our October Ciné Club. Free for Alliance members and your guests. Reserve your spot and RSVP today!
Copains du Mardi - Octobre
Join us for the October meeting of Les Copains du Mardi where we will be discussing La maison du retour by Jean-Paul Kauffmann.
La langue française à travers les siècles - Conférence gratuite avec Martin Maillot, PhD
Partons à la découverte de l’histoire de la langue française, de ses origines à nos jours, avec cette conférence gratuite animée par Martin Maillot, PhD, et accueillie par nos amis de la Société Française de St. Louis. RSVP aujourd’hui!
Cercle de lecture - Septembre
Rejoignez-nous pour le Cercle de Lecture de septembre où nous discuterons de Solitudes de Niko Tackian.
SOLD OUT: Madeleines & Mousse au Chocolat: Free Cooking Class with Suzanne Corbett
Please join us for a hands-on journey into French desserts as local award-winning writer, culinary teacher, and food historian Suzanne Corbett guides you through the art of making two French classics: madeleines and mousse au chocolat.
Copains du Mardi - Septembre
Join us for the September meeting of Les Copains du Mardi where we will be discussing L'Ile haute by Valentine Goby.
Fête de la Rentrée Concert ft. Dizzy Atmosphere
Come celebrate la rentrée with an afternoon of fun and French conversation that will include a picnic and a live musical performance by Dizzy Atmosphere. Learn more!
Cercle de lecture - Août
Rejoignez-nous pour le Cercle de Lecture d’août où nous discuterons de La Princesse de Clèves de Madame de La Fayette.
Summer Film Series: Un héros très discret (1996) Showing
Join us for a showing of Un héros très discret (1996) as part of the Alliance Française de St. Louis’ free Summer Film Series exploring life in France under German occupation through the lens of four remarkable French films. Free for AFSTL members and your guests.
Pierre Bensusan Live @ Blue Strawberry
Please join us for an extraordinary evening with French-Algerian acoustic guitar virtuoso Pierre Bensusan as he makes a stop here in St. Louis as part of his 50th anniversary tour! Get your tickets today!
Copains du Mardi - Août
Join us for the August meeting of Les Copains du Mardi where we will be discussing La sieste assassinée by Philippe Delerm.
Summer Film Series: Une affaire de femmes (1988) Showing
Join us for a showing of Une affaire de femmes (1988), part of the Alliance Française de St. Louis’ free Summer Film Series exploring life in France under German occupation through the lens of four remarkable French films. Free for AFSTL members and your guests.
Pique-nique annuel de la Société Française
Please join us for the annual picnic of the Société Française de St. Louis. Free to attend!
Cercle de lecture - Juillet
Rejoignez-nous pour le Cercle de Lecture de juillet où nous discuterons de Complètement cramé ! de Gilles Legardinier.
Summer Film Series: Au Revoir Les Enfants (1987) Showing
Join us for a showing of Au revoir les enfants (1987), part of the Alliance Française de St. Louis’ free Summer Film Series exploring life in France under German occupation through the lens of four remarkable French films. Free for AFSTL members and your guests.
Copains du Mardi - Juillet
Join us for the July meeting of Les Copains du Mardi where we will be discussing La nuit du carrefour by Georges Simenon.
La Fête Nationale Luncheon at the MAC
You are invited to join the Société Française de St. Louis and the Alliance Française de St. Louis in commemorating la Fête Nationale with a luncheon at the Missouri Athletic Club. Details inside!
Cercle de lecture - Juin
Rejoignez-nous pour le Cercle de Lecture de juin où nous discuterons de Quand Tu Écouteras Cette Chanson de Lola Lafon.
Fête de la Musique - Karaoke Night
Come celebrate the beginning of summer with our annual Fête de la Musique! Join us for an evening of French karaoke that will include a potluck and drinks provided by the Alliance.
RSVP required - reserve your spot today!
Copains du Mardi - Juin
Join us for the June meeting of Les Copains du Mardi where we will be discussing Une année chez les Français by Fouad Laroui.
D-Day: Voices from the Past - Free Conference
Join us for an evening of reflection and remembrance on the anniversary of D-Day. This free conference, presented entirely in French, will explore the events of June 6, 1944 through the reading of letters written by soldiers and citizens who took part in the D-Day landings. RSVP today!
Jonathan Carey-Voris Celebration of Life
Please join us in celebrating the life of one of our longtime members, board members, and dearest friend, Jonathan Carey-Voris. Please bring your favorite dish to share and your favorite story of Jonathan.
Cercle de lecture - Mai
Rejoignez-nous pour le Cercle de Lecture de mai où nous discuterons de Maigret : L’Ombre chinoise de Georges Simenon.
2025 Annual Meeting
Members of the Alliance Française de St. Louis, please join us for our 2025 Annual Meeting at the Alliance. Details inside!
Josephine Baker Day Celebration & Conference
Join us for a special evening celebrating the extraordinary life of Josephine Baker, the St. Louis-born performer, activist, and French Resistance hero. Free for members and your guests. RSVP today!