Cité des sciences guide - activities

Dogs & cats: the Cité des Sciences exhibition reveals the secrets of your favorite furballs

We love them a little, a lot, madly... But do we really know them? The Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie presents a major exhibition on dogs and cats, from February 17, 2025 to June 2026.

July 14, 2024: firemen's ball at the Cité des sciences et de l'industrie in Paris on July 13

The traditional firemen's ball at the Cité des sciences et de l'industrie in Paris returns this year on Saturday July 13, 2024. On the program? A festive, free evening of dancing inside this wellspring of scientific knowledge.

Danser: a fun, interactive exhibition for the whole family at the Cité des Sciences

The Cité des Sciences activates "dance" mode with its brand new immersive exhibition, Danser, on view from July 2, 2024 to June 28, 2026.

Grotte Chauvet, l'aventure scientifique: immerse yourself in prehistoric art with the Cité des Sciences

The Cité des Sciences takes us on a voyage of discovery of the Chauvet cave, a Paleolithic treasure trove, with a brand new exhibition on view from October 15, 2024 to May 11, 2025.

On the Moon Again 2024: Moon and night sky observation on the weekend of June 14-15-16

On the Moon again returns for a new edition on the weekend of June 14-15-16, 2024. Since its creation to mark the 50th anniversary of the first Apollo 11 lunar landing in 1969, the On the Moon again organization has organized a worldwide event each year, offering the chance to discover the Moon through a telescope or telescope.

Nuit des Musées 2024 at the Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie: family program

The Cité des sciences et de l'industrie is taking part in the 20th Nuit des Musées, this Saturday, May 18, 2024. During this exceptional evening, the museum will be opening the doors to its collections, exhibitions and shows, free of charge. Something for all ages!

Cosplaymania: the festival to discover the art of cosplay at the Cité des Sciences

Attention Cosplay fans! Paris' Cité des sciences et de l'industrie is hosting Cosplaymania, an event dedicated to the world of cosplay, from May 9 to 12, 2024. Creative workshops, round-table discussions and a major competition will enliven this festival, which promises to immerse participants in the skin of their favorite pop culture characters. Come and enjoy an immersive and festive experience, ideal for cosplay enthusiasts, whether beginners or advanced!

Vibrate, savour and enjoy with the Boom Boom Villette Food Market!

Vibrate, savor and enjoy with Boom Boom Villette! In the heart of the vibrant La Villette district (Paris 19th), Boom Boom Villette inaugurates its Food Market, featuring the very best in street-food. Boom Boom Villette invites you to discover this colorful and playful new venue, with its 4,000 m2 of kiosks* and bars.

La Cité des Bébés, the place to play with toddlers at the Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie - closed for renovations

A free play area for babies in Paris? The Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie has been doing just that since 2019, with the Lab de la cité des bébés. Little ones from 0 to 2 years of age can play safely in an age-appropriate, plastic-free environment for 90 minutes! The site is closed for renovation until further notice.

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.

Chess and math, brain-boosting workshops at the Cité des sciences

Are your neurons feeling a bit neglected at the moment? Join us at the Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie from March 5 to 9, 2024, to measure your brains against those of other participants in mathematical workshops and a chess tournament!

Adelphe Game Fest 2024: the event dedicated to inclusivity and women's rights in gaming

Attention female gamers and other video game enthusiasts! Head to the Cité des Sciences to take part in the Adelphe Game Fest on March 9 and 10, 2024, to mark International Women's Rights Day. This pioneering initiative by Women in Games France and its partners aims to promote inclusivity and diversity in the video game industry. Discover captivating conferences, enriching encounters and fun activities dedicated to female empowerment and fraternity beyond gender!

Brain Week 2024: fun activities at the Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie

Brain Week 2024 takes place from March 12 to 17, 2024 at the Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie. An opportunity to discover an exceptional program of experiments and reflections on the brain, neurons, the cerebellum... Fascinating!

L'Orchestre culinaire: gourmet cooking workshops at the Cité des sciences et de l'industrie

The Culinary Orchestra is back at the Cité des sciences et de l'industrie on February 3 and 4, 2024, for a 100% gourmet weekend with cooking workshops dedicated to the whole family!

Villette eSport 24, the video game festival at the Cité des sciences et de l'industrie

Attention gamers and eSport fans, the gaming festival is back at the Cité des sciences et de l'industrie from February 23 to 25, 2024! On the program: workshops, round tables and tournaments!

Video games: Une manette dans le cartable, the conference to follow at the Cité des Sciences

The Cité des Sciences invites you to discover its latest gaming conference on the educational potential of video games, entitled Une manette dans le cartable, on January 27, 2024. An opportunity for teachers, students and technology enthusiasts to understand the impact of video games on education.

eSports tournament in Paris: the Kayane Cup electrifies the Cité des Sciences this weekend

Esport fans beware! The Kayane Cup, an e-sports tournament, awaits you at the Cité des Sciences on January 20 and 21, 2024. A tournament dedicated to Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising, also featuring conferences. You'll even be able to meet Tetsuya Fukuhara, current General Manager of Granblue Fantasy IP. Here's where we stand!

Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie: scientific discoveries and fun for all the family

The Cité des sciences et de l'industrie is packed with fun and educational exhibitions for the whole family to discover, in the heart of the Parc de la Villette. It's the perfect place to learn all about the world around us!

La Grande Fête des Enfants: an incredible family event at the Cité des Sciences in December

This Saturday, December 9 and Sunday, December 10, 2023, the Cité des Sciences is organizing a big party for children on all floors of the Cité. On the program? Entertainment galore and workshops for the whole family!

Précieux déchets, the exhibition to help you consume differently, at the Cité des Sciences

From December 5, 2023 to September 1, 2024, the Cité des Sciences is hosting a brand new exhibition, Précieux Déchets, inviting us to become aware of the waste we generate, how to reduce it or reuse it to give it a new life.