The Nuit Antique festival brings ancient history to life at Promenade Saint-Antoine with a reimagined ancient village experience. Activities include pottery, ancient writing, forging, antique hairstyles and attire, and coin minting. New features include a children’s tent with storytelling, an adult-only area offering lectures on ancient intimate life, an excavation pit for budding archaeologists, a virtual reality booth, and gladiator battles. The festival also offers guided tours, academic lectures, ancient music, gladiator shows, and processions.