In partnership with Hinge
Assemble is Coming to Marseille: Try New Things, Meet New People
Marseille, it’s time to Assemble.
Assemble is a space for different people to come together, away from screens and in real life. In partnership with Hinge’s social impact initiative - One More Hour - which tackles loneliness among young adults, we’ve hand-selected local clubs and spaces to power a day of activities, events, and skill-building.
The event is free, and there will be complimentary food from Carlotta With and (non-alcoholic) drinks on offer during the day. Click the link below to get a ticket, and scroll down to find the full programme and FAQs.
Try something different, discover your next hobby and find your people.
Date: 30 May 2026
Location: La Friche la Belle de Mai, Marseille
Price: Free
There will be complimentary food and (non-alcoholic) drinks on offer during the day. Click the link below to get a ticket, and scroll down to find the full programme and FAQs.
Get your ticket here
(French info in the link).
Programme:
Intro to Waacking Dance
15:00–16:00 pm, 18:00–19:00 pm
Undergroove is a community built on dance for all levels, fostering a warm and inclusive environment for people to move. Join them for a workshop on waacking, a disco-driven dance rooted in self-expression, moving from playful runway posing exercises to basic groove moves, culminating in hyped up a soul-train finale.
90s and 00s R&B Choreography
16:30 pm–17:30 pm
Channelling the golden era of music videos, this class is a high-energy dive that taps into nostalgia for the golden era of R&B tunes. This is all about collective energy - everyone learning simple, catchy moves built on feel-good interaction: each participant learns a step, travels through space to meet one another and step together. . Let me see your 1, 2 step!
Portraits and Sketches: Speed Painting
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Mesure co-founder and illustrator Caroline Nasica kicks off the session with a quick introduction to portrait drawing, before guiding participants as they create quickfire portrait sketches of one another in pairs. Each pair will have 5 minutes to draw the person opposite them, before switching partners.
A fast, playful way of speed drawing and connection, each participant will have time to draw different subjects and leave with a collection of portraits of themselves created by others. All material will be provided, and the workshop has a strictly limited capacity of 20 people.
Centre LGBTQIA+ & Tarpin Gouine
Writing to Release: Thematic Writing
2:30pm - 3:30pm, 4pm - 5pm, 5.30pm- 6.30pm
Led by the city’s LGBTQIA+ Centre, this workshop is open to writers of all levels to write a short text based on a shared theme. Using simple prompts, participants are invited to get started without pressure, to explore a shared emotion or question, with no constraints on form, style, or length. At the end of the session, a reading moment is offered for those who wish to share their work.
Pimp My Carabiner & Bedazzle
2pm - 7 pm [drop in]
A creative craft drop-in session run by dyke group Tarpin Gouine. Participants will be provided with a carabiner - a cherished symbol of queer visibility - to create their own keychains with materials including beads, fabrics, charms and more.
Alternatively, guests can choose to upcycle their clothes by bedazzling them, giving them a bold new look by encrusting them with crystals. T-shirts will be provided, and they are free to bring in their clothes. This is a chance for people to get creative, transform their garments while meeting new people.
Football Drills & Skills
3pm - 4.30, 5pm - 6.30pm
A physical activity that will break down walls about playing in sport through fast-paced drills and challenges to build confidence, push energy levels and bring connection. Learn some basic football skills while getting to know people in an accessible, non-competitive sporting environment.
FAQ
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How Can I Get Tickets?
Click here to get your ticket.
1. Select the number of tickets you need by clicking 'Add to Cart' for each ticket you wish to purchase
2. A shopping bag icon will appear at the top right of the page. Click it.
3. Proceed by clicking 'Checkout' to complete your order.
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When, and where, is it?
On Saturday May 30 at La Friche de la Belle de Mai on 41 Rue Jobin, 13003 Marseille . The programme is a daytime event that runs from 14.00h-19.00h.
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How do I secure a spot in the workshops?
Some workshops have limited availability. There will be sign up sheets when entering the event — make sure to arrive early to note your name and secure your spot.
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What does my ticket get me?
Tickets will cover access to all workshops including complementary food and drink throughout the day. Local favourite Carlotta With, who are known for their choice of fresh, local ingredients, homemade pastries, and delicious flavours, will be preparing a lunch buffet, with a selection of sweet and savoury snacks available. There will also be non-alcoholic drinks available.
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What’s the venue like?
We’re taking over La Friche de la Belle de Mai in Marseille, a large cultural venue housed in a former factory and now dedicated to contemporary creation. The Place des Horizons and Labofriche spaces will be used for workshops and activities. A cloakroom will also be available free of charge for coats and bags.
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How do I find the event?
Enter the venue via Rue Jobin and follow the red line, which will take you to a red staircase. Walk up the stairs to Manufacture 2, the entry point where we will be scanning tickets. Don’t worry if it sounds a bit confusing, there will be signage and hosts to help you find your way!
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Is the event accessible?
There are lifts on site. Please follow the red line as you enter via Rue Jobin which will lead to an information centre. Here you can request access to the elevators, which will take you to Place des Horizons. All spaces are accessible by wheelchair; please email minnie@allcorners.world to let us know in advance if you need assistance as there are different access points for specific workshops. Please find further information here.
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What if I can’t make it?
Tickets can be swapped or shared with a friend, just forward them the email with your QR code!
We'll shortly be launching our Assemble platform, which will house information on how to find different community clubs and spaces across Marseille. We’ll also be adding chats, pictures and recaps on our website and socials.