Wednesday is kids' day! Why not make the most of it and create some wonderful memories? In Paris and throughout theÎle-de-France region, there's a whole host of family outings to choose from, to the delight of young and old alike. So many, in fact, that it's hard to know where to turn.
So let's get the kids on board for a day full of adventure. To help you plan your Wednesday program, we've put together a roundup of must-do family activities in Paris. It's the promise of a day full of laughter, wonderful discoveries and sweet moments that awaits you in the four corners of the Paris region. From playrooms and sensational experiences to cinema, exhibitions and even theater, Sortiraparis guarantees great family activities this Wednesday, March 20, 2024. Make your choice and book!
PS: see you next Wednesday on this page for a new program of must-do family outings in Paris and the Ile-de-France region!
Chorus Festival: shows, boums and musical entertainment at the Children's Chorus
Every year, the Chorus festival in the Hauts-de-Seine region dedicates part of its program to children. On Wednesday March 20, 2024, come and discover the musical tales, rock concerts and many other shows that will fill your children with wonder. [Read more]
An amusement park from 1euro at the Ile de loisirs de St Quentin en Yvelines: A children's paradise!
Sponsored - Fancy a walk with the kids in the great outdoors? Head for Au Paradis des Enfants, at the Base de Loisirs in Saint Quentin en Yvelines. Open from February 10 to November, with some of the cheapest prices in Ile de France, including €1 for a merry-go-round, €3 for a Mario karting session, €3 for inflatable games and €5 for duck fishing! The park promises lots of laughs for the whole family. Good deal: Au Paradis des Enfants takes care of your parties and birthdays with unlimited rides for €20 per child! [Read more]
The Children's Philharmonic, a fun place to learn all about music
The Philharmonie de Paris is home to the Philharmonie des enfants, a 1,000 m² space dedicated to introducing children aged 4 and over to music. From toddlers to older children, there's something for everyone in this kid-friendly space! [Read more]
Science Expériences, the fun and scientific family outing in Paris
Families are invited to Science Expériences, the fun, immersive concept combining museum and theme park, bringing science to life at Bercy Village. The best way to get your kids interested in science by experiencing it first-hand... [Read more]
Le Jardin du Dragon: the must-see children's playground at Parc de la Villette
The Parc de la Villette is one of the capital's largest parks: combining sport, large lawns and ruby-red infrastructures, the park is the playground of families and children, who have a blast in the outdoor play areas. [Read more]
Jardin d'Acclimatation, the amusement park in the heart of Paris
Once again, the Jardin d'Acclimatation welcomes us for some fun and relaxation. This amusement park for small children offers 40 attractions for children from 1 year of age, an educational farm and restaurants on the edge of the Bois de Boulogne at the gateway to Paris. [Read more]
Exploradôme, the interactive science and digital museum in Vitry-sur-Seine (94)
Families head off to Exploradôme, the interactive science and digital museum, to learn and experiment with your children, while having fun! [Read more]
La Cité des Enfants, to marvel at and discover the world around us from ages 2 to 12
The Cité des enfants at the Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie is the ultimate Parisian place for learning and experimentation. With its two routes, reserved either for 2-7 year-olds or for 5-12 year-olds, children discover the world around them using their five senses. [Read more]
Naturoscope, the free museum of biodiversity and its large aquariums, in Puteaux (92)
On the island of Puteaux, in the heart of the Parc Lebaudy, you'll find Naturoscope, a place dedicated to the environment that aims to raise awareness among young and old through educational exhibitions and events. [Read more]
Travel back in time, Cirque Bormann's enchanting show for the whole family!
A circus show for families aged 4 and over! The Bormann family takes you on a journey through time, a dreamlike show specially created for families with a funny adventure involving a time machine! With juggling tricks, acrobatics, horses and dinosaurs, kids are sure to love it! The perfect vacation outing! [Read more]
The Little Prince, Saint-Exupéry's tale adapted for a show at La Scala and extended to 2024
To kick off 2024 on a high note, La Scala is offering an extended run of Le Vélo Volé's adaptation of The Little Prince, from December 31, 2023 to April 14, 2024. Immerse yourself in the poetic world of Antoine de Saint-Exupéry's Little Prince in this family show, recommended for ages 6 and up. [Read more]
Tutankhamun and the Golden Scarab at Théâtre le Bout
Toutankhamon et le Scarabée d'Or, the children's show directed by Alexandre Delimoges based on the work by Martin Leloup, returns to Théâtre Le Bout from January 13 to June 22, 2024. [Read more]
Dernier Coup de Ciseaux, the renowned interactive play at the Théâtre des Mathurins
Dernier coup de ciseaux has been running almost non-stop since its release in 2011. Written by Sébastien Azzopardi and Sacha Danino, the interactive play runs at the Théâtre des Mathurins from March 19 to Saturday, July 13, 2024. [Read more]
Lumières sur Louis XIII, an immersive sound and light show at Saint-Germain-en-Laye
From March 15 to April 14, 2024, the Manège Royal de Saint-Germain-en-Laye welcomes you to a unique show, immersing you in the life of King Louis XIII, to rediscover the history of this little-known monarch, in sound and light! [Read more]
Luminiscence: the incredible immersive show at Saint-Eustache church, our photos
Sponsored - This winter and spring, get ready to discover Saint-Eustache church as you've never seen it before! From February 16 to May 25, 2024, the famous edifice nestled in the capital's 1st arrondissement opens its doors to the incredible "Luminiscence" experience. On the program? An immersive theatrical tour followed by a magnificent 360-degree sound and light show recounting the history of this famous Parisian landmark, which celebrates its 800th anniversary this year. [Read more]
"Cinderella" at Lucernaire: an innovative family show revisited in manga style
Cinderella revisited in manga, a family show accessible from age 5, to be discovered at Le Lucernaire in Paris until March 24, 2024. [Read more]
Au temps des mousquetaires, the new immersive historical show at the Cité de l'Histoire
After the story of Victor Hugo, discover that of the Musketeers at the heart of the Cité de l'Histoire, in a new 360-degree immersive sound and light show, starting October 21, 2023. [Read more]
Festival Chorus des Hauts-de-Seine 2024: full program and concert times
Festival Chorus confirms its return to the Hauts-de-Seine in 2024. Mark your calendars: the flagship event in the Paris region awaits you from Wednesday March 20 to Sunday March 24, 2024, for a healthy dose of music featuring hip-hop, rock, pop, electronic music, French chanson and original creations. On the program? Rap with headliners Dinos, Luidji and SDM. Also announced are Chassol, Dombrance, Silly Boy Blue, Julien Granel, Amahla, Rsko, Cristale, Favé, Yamê, Grove and Jordan Mackampa. Click here for the full program and concert times! [Read more]
SeineLab: musical workshops at La Seine Musicale!
As part of SeineLab, the Département des Hauts-de-Seine is offering fun workshops for young audiences aged 4 and over, families and schoolchildren, on sound processing, sound design and artificial intelligence, in partnership with Ircam-Centre Pompidou. See you at La Seine Musicale! [Read more]
Bébé Concerts, Orchestre Lamoureux's musical events for toddlers
A concert for babies? The Orchestre Lamoureux has been doing it for years, to the delight of little music lovers. The Baby Concerts are 30 minutes of melody, between nursery rhymes and classical music, in a format for the youngest, from 0 to 5 years old! Here, children can sing, scream, stand up and dance as they please. A favorite for the whole family! [Read more]
Make It Clap: create your own sitcom with the new "PopCorn" experience - Invitations
Make It Clap launches "PopCorn", a unique experience for creating your own sitcom in the style of "Scènes de Ménage" or "En Famille".Take part in the contest at the bottom of the article to try to win your invitations. [Read more]
Make It Clap: we tested the experience of shooting in an immersive film studio in Paris
Do you dream of becoming the star of your own film? Make It Clap, the immersive film studio in Paris, offers you this opportunity with a unique cinema experience. From green screen challenges to making your own short film, discover how Make It Clap makes the world of cinema accessible to all... We've tried it, we'll tell you! [Read more]
Les magiciens du cinéma: Enghien-les-Bains plunges us into the world of special effects
Discover the fascinating world of special effects and visual effects, with the free exhibition "Les magiciens du cinéma", organized at the Enghien-les-Bains art center, from February 2 to May 26, 2024. [Read more]
The Musée Méliès, the Cinémathèque Française's film museum for fans of the 7th art
Get ready to discover the Musée Méliès, the Cinémathèque Française's new film museum, as soon as it opens. Bigger and better, the Musée Méliès unveils its new itinerary and many previously unpublished archives, by Georges Méliès of course, but also by more contemporary filmmakers. It's a dream come true for young and old, curious and passionate about the 7th art. [Read more]
Rex Studios, (re)discover behind-the-scenes at the Grand Rex
Discover the magic of cinema with this behind-the-scenes tour of Europe's largest cinema, Rex Studios! Film set, director's office, projection booth, editing room, special effects... A fun and educational visit to the heart of the Grand Rex. [Read more]
Science Expériences, the fun and scientific family outing in Paris
Families are invited to Science Expériences, the fun, immersive concept combining museum and theme park, bringing science to life at Bercy Village. The best way to get your kids interested in science by experiencing it first-hand... [Read more]
Naturoscope, the free museum of biodiversity and its large aquariums, in Puteaux (92)
On the island of Puteaux, in the heart of the Parc Lebaudy, you'll find Naturoscope, a place dedicated to the environment that aims to raise awareness among young and old through educational exhibitions and events. [Read more]
La Tête dans les Nuages: a new arcade games area at Evry 2 shopping center (94)
Attention arcade fans: a new address has just opened in the Le Spot shopping center in Evry. Whether with family or friends, the games area is accessible to young and old alike, with adrenaline-pumping fun on the agenda. [Read more]
Travel back in time, Cirque Bormann's enchanting show for the whole family!
A circus show for families aged 4 and over! The Bormann family takes you on a journey through time, a dreamlike show specially created for families with a funny adventure involving a time machine! With juggling tricks, acrobatics, horses and dinosaurs, kids are sure to love it! The perfect vacation outing! [Read more]
Family Move, the family gym in Nogent-sur-Marne (94)
In Nogent-sur-Marne, in the department of Val-de-Marne, embark on a family sports session at Family Move, the most family-friendly of gyms. [Read more]
The Cherqui Foundation: visit the private collection of 5,000 works of kinetic art!
The Cherqui Foundation is a veritable museum, housing a private collection of 5,000 works of optical and kinetic art that is open to the general public. The grandson of collector Jean Cherqui organizes guided tours of his grandfather's immense collection. Find out about upcoming dates! [Read more]
Gamescape, the historical adventure escape game just a stone's throw from République
Looking for an escape game out of the ordinary? Let's head for Gamescape, located a stone's throw from République, which offers no less than three unique adventures, plus a giant escape game for large group team building. Conceived by three game enthusiasts, Gamescape takes you back in time to different locations in Paris. Will you come out of these adventures unscathed? From €19/person [Read more]
Robinson Island Park, a waterside stroll in Asnières-sur-Seine (92)
If you follow the Seine from Paris, you'll arrive (after a few kilometers) in Asnières-sur-Seine, in the Hauts-de-Seine department. Still on the water's edge, you can opt for a family stroll or a break to watch the boats go by from the Île Robinson park. [Read more]
A visit to the Château de Versailles and its program
The Château de Versailles, its gardens and grounds, are a world heritage site. The official residence of the kings of France, the Château de Versailles holds the record as the largest château in the world, and of course the most visited in France. [Read more]
Unusual: breakfast with the giraffes at the Paris Zoological Park
Ever since we were little, we've been told that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. This time, it's likely to be one of the most important meals of your life, as you'll have the opportunity to have it with the giraffes of the Parc zoologique de Paris! [Read more]
Make It Clap: create your own sitcom with the new "PopCorn" experience - Invitations
Make It Clap launches "PopCorn", a unique experience for creating your own sitcom in the style of "Scènes de Ménage" or "En Famille".Take part in the contest at the bottom of the article to try to win your invitations. [Read more]
Museaux, the free exhibition that summons you and your dog to the Galerie Bessaud, Paris
Would you like to take your dog to an exhibition? Then head for Galerie Bessaud, which is currently hosting the offbeat exhibition "Museaux" - and your four-legged friends - until April 13, 2024. And, surprise ... On Saturday March 16, there'll even be an invasion of dachshunds from the "Paris Sausage Walk", who've come to take their turn at cultivation. Definitely a show with a kick! [Read more]
Exploradôme, the interactive science and digital museum in Vitry-sur-Seine (94)
Families head off to Exploradôme, the interactive science and digital museum, to learn and experiment with your children, while having fun! [Read more]
Science Expériences, the fun and scientific family outing in Paris
Families are invited to Science Expériences, the fun, immersive concept combining museum and theme park, bringing science to life at Bercy Village. The best way to get your kids interested in science by experiencing it first-hand... [Read more]
La Cité des Enfants, to marvel at and discover the world around us from ages 2 to 12
The Cité des enfants at the Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie is the ultimate Parisian place for learning and experimentation. With its two routes, reserved either for 2-7 year-olds or for 5-12 year-olds, children discover the world around them using their five senses. [Read more]
Family fun: a free treasure hunt to discover Hangar Y and its new exhibition
As Hangar Y has just inaugurated its new exhibition, Prendre le Soleil, Paris Mômes is concocting a new free game trail to introduce children to contemporary art in a particularly fun way. [Read more]
Guided tours and workshops to discover the Bourse de Commerce's collections with the whole family
The Bourse de Commerce welcomes young and old alike to its exhibition space with a variety of activities. The program includes workshops, guided tours for young audiences and games to help families discover the works in the collection. [Read more]
The Grande Galerie de l'Evolution, the immense museum dedicated to animals from all over the world, in Paris
If you've ever taken a stroll through the Jardin des Plantes in Paris, you'll no doubt have spotted the grand old buildings that stand along the way: this is the Museum of Natural History, of which the Grande Galerie de l'Evolution is a part. [Read more]
Museaux, the free exhibition that summons you and your dog to the Galerie Bessaud, Paris
Would you like to take your dog to an exhibition? Then head for Galerie Bessaud, which is currently hosting the offbeat exhibition "Museaux" - and your four-legged friends - until April 13, 2024. And, surprise ... On Saturday March 16, there'll even be an invasion of dachshunds from the "Paris Sausage Walk", who've come to take their turn at cultivation. Definitely a show with a kick! [Read more]
Martine, the literary icon of our childhood, returns to Paris for a free exhibition.
To celebrate her 70th birthday, Martine is honored with a free exhibition, from March 20 to April 11, 2024, at Galerie Gallimard. The beloved icon of our childhood is revealed here through a collection of original plates illustrating her adventures. These drawings, rooted in our collective history, have already captivated millions of young readers around the world. [Read more]
The Great War Museum, an immersion in the heart of the First World War, in Meaux (77)
At the Musée de la Grande Guerre du Pays de Meaux in Meaux, you can immerse yourself in the daily lives of civilians and soldiers during the Great War of 14-18. A historical museum to discover with friends or family, to plunge into the heart of French History. [Read more]
The Musée de la Préhistoire (Prehistory Museum), an immersion into the life of the first humans, in Nemours (77)
Located in the town of Nemours in the Seine-et-Marne département, the Musée de Préhistoire d'Île-de-France takes you on a journey of discovery into the daily lives of our prehistoric ancestors and their way of life. [Read more]
ÔTIPI Saint-Placide, the new address for the family toy store, in the 6th arrondissement
ÔTIPI, the must-visit neighborhood toy store in the 15th arrondissement, is expanding and will open a new address in September 2023, in the Saint-Placide district (6th). [Read more]
TRIBU, the recreational café for families in the 9th arrondissement
Located on rue du Faubourg Poissonnière, TRIBU is the new kid-friendly spot in the 9th arrondissement, with a great program of activities for young and old all week long! [Read more]
Les Polinsons" family-run café opens a new address in Croissy-sur-Seine (78)
After winning over families in La Garenne-Colombes, Les Polinsons continues to offer new family-friendly venues with a new space in Croissy-sur-Seine, in the Yvelines department! [Read more]
Pomme, the family life space for parents and children in the 19th arrondissement
In the Laumière district, a stone's throw from the Bassin de la Villette, it's a kind of cocoon, a bubble where parents can take refuge to unwind, a caring place where children are invited to develop at their own pace: Pomme is the oasis for families, and definitely a must for the whole district. [Read more]
Môments, the family spot where to spend the afternoon in Versailles
In a small street adjacent to the RER and Transilien station of Versailles Chantiers is Môment's, a family concept where to take refuge in summer and winter with children of all ages. [Read more]
Cavrosa, Chevreuse's crêperie for local Yvelines products
We'd like to take you on a tour of Crêperie Cavrosa, a lovely place nestled in a natural setting, offering delicious Breton crepes made with local Yvelines produce. [Read more]
La Communale: Saint-Ouen's new gourmet spot, the largest food court in the Paris region
An extraordinary new spot has just arrived in Saint-Ouen! La Communale is a huge, festive and gourmet hall dedicated to gastronomy and culture, the largest food court in the region, to be discovered without delay! [Read more]
La Crêperie du Parc, the friendly address for 100% Breton crepes and galettes in the 15th arrondissement
On Rue des Orillons, the Crêperie du Parc Georges Brassens prepares homemade crêpes and galettes every day in its small restaurant in the 15th arrondissement. A family-run, no-holds-barred address, it's just as popular at lunchtime with colleagues, in the evening or at lunchtime on Saturday, during a day in the park. [Read more]
Discover Pierre Marcolini's Haute Chocolaterie in Paris
Immerse yourself in the world of Haute Chocolaterie at Pierre Marcolini, rue Saint Honoré, for an exceptional taste experience. [Read more]
Mère de Famille Faubourg Montmartre, the oldest chocolate factory in Paris
Explore A la Mère de Famille, a historic chocolate factory founded in 1761 in Paris, offering handmade sweets and chocolates. [Read more]
Jacques Genin: Parisian chocolaterie and quality sweets for the Right and Left Banks
Explore the gourmet world of Jacques Genin, a Parisian chocolaterie offering quality creations based on raw ingredients. [Read more]
Les Halles d'Issy Biltoki, Issy-les-Moulineaux's food court and gourmet market
On the banks of the Seine in Issy-les-Moulineaux, Les Halles Eiffel has given way to Les Halles d'Issy - Biltoki, a huge 1,000 m² market and gourmet food court that welcomes you from breakfast to dinner in a festive atmosphere. Here you'll discover a range of 20 ultra-committed craftsmen and merchants, determined to delight you with the finest products. [Read more]
Girotti le glacier, tea room and pastry shop of the actor Terence Hill in Paris
Terence Hill opens an ice cream shop in Paris and offers delicious, creamy, 100% homemade, gluten-free and preservative-free ice creams in the most original flavors to discover in a store that honors his film career. The Italian actor, whose real name is Mario Girotti, takes us into the world of his cinema and the family tradition, just a stone's throw from the Montparnasse Tower. [Read more]
Cooking and pastry classes for young and old at the Ritz Escoffier School
Why not take a cooking class in one of Paris' finest palaces? The Ritz Escoffier School welcomes you in a luxurious setting to share its expertise in gastronomy and pastry-making. [Read more]
Here's something to keep your little angels busy on Children's Day this Wednesday.