Every year, on the first Wednesday of February, it's Map Day
Every first Wednesday of February is Map Day: a distributed event where people come together across France and around the world - much like the Fête de la Musique - to reveal the democratic power of maps and change the way we relate to the places we live in.
How to take part in Map Day
You are invited to create whatever experience you like, to reveal the democratic power of maps and invite the curious - newcomers and enthusiasts alike - to discover maps and their own area from surprising, original and unexpected angles. Below are some first ideas, along with a few of the initiatives held for Map Day 2026.
To organise an event for Map Day, all we ask is that you respect the charter of La République des Cartes.
See the map of Map Day 2027 events already registered
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Decentralised
Simultaneous events across France and beyond, shaped by their local context.
Self-organised
Carried by committed collectives, companies and institutions.
Visible
Drawing in media, influencers, public figures and everyone willing to help.
Structured
Around ready-to-use teaching resources and one flagship day to carry the subject together.
Extraordinary book signings from Antarctica
A Twitch livestream discovering Minecraft à la Carte
A live radio show all about maps
Talks, like the one at Léonard, on the digital twin
A topobiography workshop in the heart of Marseille, by Jeanne Varaldi
Pop-up bookshops devoted to maps
At the IGN GéoRoom and the Espace Cîteaux in Paris
Historic heritage shared by the Château de Compiègne
Quite a gift from Tsar Nicholas II - we would love one at home!
Digital challenges with Pix
Bakeries where people started talking about maps!
At the “Canaille & Pétrin” bakery in Lyon
Extraordinary maps, from primary school to university
At the Villa Maria school in Nantes
Extraordinary maps, from primary school to university
At La Boussole media library in Saint-Dié-des-Vosges
Extraordinary maps, from primary school to university
At Gustave Eiffel University
Extraordinary maps, from primary school to university
At the Lycée Le Caousou in Toulouse
Spaces where maps came to life
At Savoie Mont-Blanc University
Spaces where maps came to life
At the Village by C.A in Toulouse
Companies that hosted Map Day
Ubisoft
Whole days in community spaces, for young and old
In Trilport, Seine-et-Marne
Whole days in community spaces, for young and old
In Saint-Leu-d’Esserent, Oise
A stand at the Lyon 3 university libraries, with maps, software demos, exhibitions and videos…
Travelling back in time at the Jonzac Micro-Folie
Who can organise an event for Map Day?
Everyone is welcome to take part, according to their own expertise and means.
Citizen groups
- fiber_manual_recordNeighbourhood associations
- fiber_manual_recordEnvironmental collectives
- fiber_manual_recordLocal discussion groups
Businesses
- fiber_manual_recordTech start-ups
- fiber_manual_recordConsultancies
- fiber_manual_recordPurpose-driven companies
Institutions
- fiber_manual_recordLocal and regional authorities
- fiber_manual_recordUniversities
- fiber_manual_recordResearch centres
Cultural venues
- fiber_manual_recordMuseums
- fiber_manual_recordLibraries
- fiber_manual_recordCultural centres
Ready to get started?
You can register your event now and join the gathering of 3 February 2027.
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