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The great weekend flea markets in Seine-et-Marne on June 6–7, 2026 in the 77

Antique lovers have a date in Seine-et-Marne (77) this weekend of May 30–31, 2026. Yard sales and flea markets pop up in around twenty communes across the department, from the banks of the Marne to the villages of the Brie.

Nice tip: spend a Sunday paddleboarding or canoeing at the Champigny nautical base (94).

From June 7 to August 23, 2026, on select summer Sundays, the Roland-Bouchier Water Sports Center invites you to explore the Marne by canoe, kayak, rowboat, or stand-up paddleboard, along a safe and supervised route.

Night of the Forests 2026 in Sonchamp and Clairefontaine, Yvelines

Nights of the Forests 2026 are returning to the Rambouillet area in Yvelines from June 5 to 21, 2026, with nature walks, artistic performances, and free evening outings for all ages. Be sure to book in advance to enjoy these free activities.

My gut microbes: a fun, free exhibition for families to explore their microbiome together

From June 10 to 15, 2026, the free exhibition “My Gut Microbes” invites families to discover the gut microbiome at Galerie Saint-Joseph in Paris, via an immersive route that blends games, videos, augmented reality and interactive experiences.

World Music Day 2026 in Clayes-sous-Bois: rock, electro and a tribute to The Police on the lineup - 78

World Music Day 2026 in Clayes-sous-Bois will transform Place Charles de Gaulle and the forecourt of the Espace Philippe Noiret for a festive, family-friendly weekend on June 20–21, 2026, in Yvelines.

A festival in Moroccan colors takes over the Jardin du Luxembourg for the 2026 Moroccan Cultural Days.

Morocco lands at the Jardin du Luxembourg in Paris with a pop-up village running from June 26 to July 7, 2026, as part of the Moroccan Cultural Days. Expect crafts, food, and engaging activities.

The Belle Époque guinguette festival in the 92 offers free carousel rides, concerts, and fireworks.

The Guinguette Festival 2026 returns June 11, 13 and 14 in Le Plessis-Robinson (92), featuring concerts, a children's carnival, fireworks, and the big return of Montmartre. A free Belle Époque weekend for all audiences.

Yvelines flea markets and garage sales this weekend, June 6–7, in the 78.

Attention thrift-loving weekend shoppers: head to Yvelines (78) this weekend of June 6–7, 2026. Flea markets and rummage sales are taking over about twenty communes in the department, from the banks of the Seine to the gates of Versailles. Here’s the quick rundown to help you pick the best spots.

La Fête des Tuileries returns for summer 2026 in the heart of Paris, dates and what's new

The Fête des Tuileries, the only fairground right in the heart of Paris, takes over the Jardin des Tuileries in the 1st arrondissement for the entire summer, from June 20 to August 23, 2026, with rides, a Ferris wheel, and the Olympic basin. Here's everything you need to know.

Villarceaux Castle’s Historiques 2026: the free, medieval and costumed festival is on its way.

The Château de Villarceaux, in the Val-d’Oise department, invites you to step back to the Middle Ages and the Second Empire this weekend, Saturday, June 6 and Sunday, June 7, 2026. Ready to travel back in time? A parade, a picnic, reenactments, performances, and an artisan market are on the schedule. And admission is free, so make the most of it!

PSG crowned champions: schedule for the celebrations planned at the Champ de Mars, then at the Parc des Princes

The celebration of PSG's European title will take place this Sunday, May 31, 2026 in Paris. The Paris Saint-Germain players, crowned Champions League winners after defeating Arsenal, will greet their supporters at the Champ de Mars and then at the Parc des Princes for a free event open to everyone.

Escale à Paris : free activities for kids around cruise ships

On May 30 and 31, then June 6 and 7, 2026, MSC Cruises will set up at Port de la Tournelle for “L’Escale à Paris,” a free outdoor event with activities for kids, remote-controlled mini ships, and an introduction to the maritime world.

The Night of the Forest 2026 in the Forest of Versailles, featuring free workshops, games and walks.

For Nuits des Forêts 2026, the Pachamama association invites you to a festive, nature-filled immersion in the Forest of Versailles, in Porchefontaine, featuring workshops, strolls, and free activities for everyone, from June 9 to 21, 2026.

5 free castles this Sunday, June 7, 2026, around Paris, on the first Sunday of the month.

Châteaux in the Île-de-France region open their doors for free on the first Sunday of every month, and June is no exception. A fantastic chance to discover our Île-de-France heritage without spending a penny this Sunday, June 7, 2026.

Fun, freebies and energy savings: Octopus opens its pop-up store in Paris!

You’re looking for a quirky, free, family‑friendly outing in Paris in early June? From June 4 to 7, head to the Marais! To celebrate its 10th anniversary, Octopus Energy is making waves by opening its very first pop-up store at 80 Rue de Turenne. Forget everything you think you know about energy: here you learn while you have fun! Free entry and open to all (the workshops are free but require reservations).

Nights of the Forests 2026 in Fontainebleau: the free program blending performances, workshops and walks

Nuits des Forêts brings Fontainebleau forest and Barbizon in Seine-et-Marne to life from June 5 to 22, 2026: nocturnal walks, performances, talks, workshops and exhibitions, all free or nearly so. Don’t forget to book what you like—we’ll share the full program with you.

Sax carves out a cavern beneath the Madeleine Church for a free street-art exhibition.

We were thrilled to discover Sax’s inaugural exhibition in the crypt of the Church of the Madeleine. The street artist returns from June 18 to 28, 2026 with “La Caverne,” unveiling around fifty immersive works that visitors can view for free inside the monument.

Saint-Maur Medieval 2026: a free festival this weekend in Val-de-Marne

Saint-Maur Médiéval returns to Parc de l’Abbaye in Saint-Maur-des-Fossés for a weekend of free shows, workshops and activities on May 30 and 31, 2026. Want to travel back in time? A host of demonstrations, hands-on workshops and a craft market promise plenty of discoveries.

Ocean Dreams at the Natural History Museum: a free, immersive dive into life under the sea

From June 6 to 8, 2026, the National Museum of Natural History puts the Ocean in the spotlight with Dreams of the Ocean, a free event featuring films, exploration stories, a photo exhibition and an immersive screening.

Tous au Restaurant 2026 in Paris: the return of the great deal — buy one menu, get one free

Tous au Restaurant makes its big return in 2026 after a seven-year hiatus: from June 1 to 14, nearly 1,000 restaurants across France, including Paris, are offering a free menu with the purchase of a menu, by reservation. We’ve got all the details.