You Won't Believe the 5 Hidden Gems in Europe This Week—Discover What Everyone's Talking About!

Spring has officially arrived, ushering in warmer weather, chocolate eggs, and a plethora of vibrant outdoor events. However, this week offers some enticing reasons to stay indoors a little longer. The much-anticipated season 2 of Daredevil: Born Again premieres on Disney+, while Liza Minnelli's gossipy memoir provides ample cozy escapism for those looking for a deeper dive into the life of a showbiz icon.

If you prefer something more visually stimulating, a trio of bold and somewhat surreal art exhibitions are opening across the continent. These exhibitions pay homage to Henri Matisse, Maria Lassnig paired with Edvard Munch, and the innovative director of the Greek Weird Wave, Yorgos Lanthimos. Each presents a unique opportunity to engage with contemporary and classic artistic expressions.

And for those feeling a mix of excitement and confusion, pop sensation Robyn's new album, Sexistential, hits the airwaves soon, perfectly timed to energize listeners as we move into the season of renewal. Whatever your plans are for the week, we’d love to hear your suggestions for interesting events happening in your area—feel free to reach out via our Instagram messages.

Exhibitions

Matisse: 1941–1954

When: 24 March - 26 July 2026

Where: Grand Palais (Paris, France)

After a successful career marked by wild and vibrant artistry, Henri Matisse underwent a creative transformation in the later years of his life. A new exhibition at the Grand Palais showcases his experiments with cut-out gouaches, featuring simplistic shapes emboldened by color, liberated from traditional forms. This exhibition includes over 300 books, paintings, and drawings that trace Matisse's artistic output from 1941 to 1954. Find out more here.

Maria Lassnig and Edvard Munch: Painting Flow = Life Flow

When: 27 March - 30 August 2026

Where: Hamburger Kunsthalle (Hamburg, Germany)

This exhibition pairs the renowned Norwegian painter Edvard Munch with Austrian artist Maria Lassnig, revealing fascinating new perspectives despite a 50-year gap between their careers. More than 180 works will be on display, including rarely shown paintings and works on paper, capturing themes of love, grief, loneliness, fear, and joy. Find out more here.

Bonus highlight: The thought-provoking photography of Greek director Yorgos Lanthimos is on display at Onassis Stegi in Athens until 17 May. Find out more here.

Movies

They Will Kill You

Where: Cinemas

When: 25 March

This new horror film, directed by Kirill Sokolov, features a young housekeeper played by Zazie Beetz who becomes embroiled in a violent battle against a satanic cult lurking in a luxurious New York high-rise. Expect a high-octane blend of adrenaline-fueled action and gruesome suspense, reminiscent of The Raid and Kill Bill.

Bonus highlights: The Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man is now available on Netflix, while Sofia Coppola’s A24 documentary about fashion designer Marc Jacobs is set to show in select theaters starting 27 March.

TV Series

Daredevil: Born Again (Season 2)

Where: Disney+

When: 25 March

The second season of Disney's reboot of Daredevil brings back masked vigilante Matt Murdock, played by Charlie Cox. Following the dramatic events of season one, where New York's Mayor Wilson Fisk was revealed to be running a secret prison, Murdock is back to fight corruption while grappling with his own painful memories. Expect a gripping narrative filled with complex characters and high-stakes drama.

Bonus highlight: Season 2 of One Piece, the immensely popular anime-adapted pirate series, is now streaming on Netflix.

Music

Robyn: Sexistential

When: 27 March

After an eight-year hiatus, Robyn returns with her new album, Sexistential. This release tackles themes of motherhood, sexual identity, and the complexities of biological and psychological desires. As she sings in the title track, “My body's a spaceship with the ovaries on hyperdrive.” The album is raw, confessional, and often humorous—a perfect soundtrack for dancing away the complexities of life.

Bonus highlights: New music releases include Against the Dying of the Light by José González and The Former Site Of by The New Pornographers, both dropping on 27 March.

Books

Kids, Wait Till You Hear This! by Liza Minnelli

When: Out now

Liza Minnelli, who celebrated her 80th birthday this month, has shared a vibrant memoir filled with colorful anecdotes from her legendary life. Co-authored with journalists Josh Getlin and Heidi Evans, and inspired by conversations with musician Michael Feinstein, this candid book reveals details about her storied career, including encounters with figures like Martin Scorsese and tales of personal struggles. This memoir captures the glamorous yet tumultuous world of showbiz, offering readers a glimpse into the life of a true icon.