Bons plans child family guide

Circus Night 2026: performances across Paris and Île-de-France

La Nuit du Cirque makes its return from November 13 to 15, 2026. In Paris and Île-de-France, performances, juggling, and documentary cinema screenings showcase the many forms of contemporary circus.

Pariscience 2026: the family-friendly science-film festival returns for the holidays

From October 22 to 26, 2026, Pariscience returns to Paris for its 22nd edition aimed at the general public. Free screenings, documentaries, short films, and Q&As with scientists and filmmakers invite audiences to explore major scientific topics at the National Museum of Natural History and the Institute of Physics of the Globe in Paris.

Play in Paris 2026: the games and toys fair returns to Parc Floral for All Saints’ Day

Play in Paris returns to Parc Floral with family-friendly games and toys to try, from October 30 to November 1, 2026. About forty brands, along with workshops and shows, will welcome kids and grown-ups alike during the Toussaint holidays, offering plenty of ideas ahead of Christmas.

Halloween 2026 in Paris: a free kids’ party at Virage

For Halloween 2026, Virage hands its dancefloor over to the little monsters. On Saturday, October 31, this venue in the 17th arrondissement is hosting a free party with a DJ set, face painting, a bouncy castle, and candy.

Pépites by CrushON : three floors of vintage from €5 in the heart of Paris and Opening Party

123 m², three floors, items from €5, and a premium vintage selection from the 70s to the Y2K era: welcome to Pépites by CrushON! Join us Saturday, October 10 for the Grand Opening Party: vintage vibes, a DJ set, custom pieces, food, drinks, freebies, and above all thousands of finds at discounted prices.

Kids’ Street Festival 2026: Paris turns its streets into playgrounds

On Saturday, October 10, 2026, Paris will host its first Kids’ Street Festival. Nearly forty streets will offer free games, sporting activities, and festive activities to give children a different way to enjoy the public space.

Metamorphoses 2026: the children’s film festival returns to the Quai Branly Museum.

During the All Saints’ Day holidays, the Musée du Quai Branly – Jacques Chirac is reviving its youth cinema festival Métamorphoses. From October 17 to 25, 2026, 17 free screenings invite families to journey through films from around the world.

Happy Wednesdays: family-friendly activities on Wednesdays at the National Maritime Museum

Spending Wednesdays with the family is nice. Spending it at the museum is even better! Especially since the National Maritime Museum is bringing back its Joyous Wednesdays—a Wednesday afternoon designed especially for young visitors. Save the date: Wednesday, October 21, 2026, for a special day dedicated to the monsters of the sea.

The Water Spectacle 2026 at Grand Rex, featuring the new Disney film Billie, at the Crossroads of Worlds

Discover the 2026 Féerie des Eaux show, headlined by Disney’s new animated film, BILLIE, at La Croisée des Mondes! Catch it at the Grand Rex from November 25, 2026 to January 3, 2027 and embark on a journey into a magical world.

Halloween 2026: a giant game and a grand magical quest for children at Bercy Village

On Wednesday, October 28, 2026, meet at Bercy Village for a grand magical quest, with candy up for grabs for the whole family, suitable for ages 4 and up!

The Chocolate and Patisserie Fair 2026 at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles

The Chocolate and Pastry Show is back at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles from October 28 to November 1, 2026, with demonstrations, workshops, tastings, and chocolate creations!

The Water Pavilion: an educational journey for families to learn all there is to know about tap water

Where does Paris’s tap water come from? How is it treated to be potable and delivered to buildings? The new Pavillon de l’Eau invites children aged 6 to 12 to follow its journey through games, experiments, and interactive installations. Admission is free, but advance booking is required.

Melun celebrates Brie 2026, the must-attend event for cheese lovers.

Brie de Melun is in the spotlight! Melun celebrates its Brie as it returns on Saturday, October 3, 2026 for its 24th edition. In the town centre, about 110 stalls—producers, tastings, guilds, street performances and family activities—make up this grand, free day of foodie delight.

Coulommiers loves its Brie 2026, the unmissable cheese event in Seine-et-Marne (77)

Attention cheese lovers! Coulommiers Loves Its Brie returns on September 26–27, 2026 for an 8th edition under the Halle aux Fromages de Coulommiers in Seine-et-Marne (77). A producer market, gourmet tours, confraternities, culinary demonstrations, and a guinguette will shape this free-entry weekend devoted to the Briarde terroir.

Niflette Festival 2026 in Provins: Pastry tastings, workshops, and a gourmet market

The niflette is Provins’ signature pastry, and on November 11, 2026, the medieval town pays tribute to it by hosting a fresh edition of its Niflette Festival. The program includes tastings and free workshops for the whole family!

The Flan Festival 2026: Flea market, free activities and sale of flans in Triel-sur-Seine (78)

The Triel-sur-Seine Flan Festival (78) returns on Saturday, September 26 and Sunday, September 27, 2026, for its 47th edition! On the banks of the Seine, nearly 500 exhibitors take over the venue for a huge flea market, accompanied by flans and kids’ activities.

Cergy Soit 2026 : the free circus festival is back this weekend

Cergy Soit! is celebrating its 28th edition in the Cergy-Pontoise metropolitan area, in Val-d'Oise. This international festival of street arts and circus brings together more than 40 companies and 200 artists for a free-to-the-public showcase, on September 19 and 20, 2026.

Gardens Festival 2026 at Pré Catelan: climbing, nature games and a tour of the Shakespeare Garden

The 2026 Garden Festival sets up at Pré Catelan and the Shakespeare Garden in the Bois de Boulogne on September 26 and 27. Tree climbing, wildlife- and flora-themed games, drawing, discovering remarkable trees, and a tour of the Shakespeare Garden make up a varied program for families.

Garden Festival 2026 at Choisy Park: climbing, workshops, biodiversity and a bustling village fair

The 2026 Fête des Jardins will set up its big village at Parc de Choisy in Paris’s 13th arrondissement on September 26 and 27. Tree climbing, repotting, birdhouse-building, games, demonstrations and biodiversity workshops will punctuate a free weekend that’s especially rich for families.

Animal Festival 2026 in Paris: agility, guide dogs and Croquette Party in the 15th arrondissement

The Animal Festival is back at the 15th arrondissement town hall for a new edition of the event: join us on Saturday, September 26, 2026, on the forecourt of the 15th arrondissement town hall, from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., for the occasion.