Easter weekend

Jardin21, season 2026: a week of celebration, nature and cultural discoveries at the heart of Parc de la Villette

In June, Jardin21—the festive, plant-filled community hub tucked along the Canal de l’Ourcq in the 19th arrondissement—keeps the season going with a rich, varied lineup. Make the most of these sunny days: meaningful initiatives, gardening workshops, youth activities, lively evenings, a yoga session… It’s all there to escape without leaving Paris! Free entry.

Easter holidays 2026: activities and costumed tours at the Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte (77)

During these Easter holidays, you can enjoy the many activities organized by the Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte, from April 18 to May 3, 2026. What's on the spring break program? Costumed tours, workshops, and a treasure hunt!

A nature outing near Paris with AccroCamp

With nine AccroCamp parks in Île-de-France and in Chartres, challenge yourself with family or friends, kids and grown-ups! Our parks welcome you to unique accrobranche adventures, one-of-a-kind birthday parties for kids, and outdoor nature events. Easily accessible from Paris, every outing offers thrills, laughter, and shared moments in the great outdoors.

10 free outings to enjoy the Easter weekend in Paris and Île-de-France

Chasses aux œufs, musées gratuits, Hanami à Sceaux... The Easter weekend from April 4 to 6, 2026 is packed with free options in Paris and Île-de-France. We round up the possibilities to enjoy a long weekend without blowing the budget.

Jade Génin's 2026 Easter eggs and chocolates, the Women's Renaissance collection.

For Easter 2026, master chocolatier Jade Genin unveils an artistic and socially engaged collection, Renaissances de Femmes, available on the Avenue de l’Opéra in Paris, for the 2026 chocolate season.

Easter Monday: which stores and shopping centers are open in Paris and Île-de-France on April 6, 2026

Want to make the most of a holiday with a shopping spree? Discover the shops and shopping centers in Paris and Île-de-France that will be open on Easter Monday, April 6, 2026.

What to do with kids in Paris and the Île-de-France region for the Easter weekend of 2026?

For Easter weekend, Saturday April 4, Sunday April 5 and Monday April 6, 2026, take advantage of this pleasantly extended break to explore the activities, egg hunts, and family events on offer in Paris and Île-de-France!

Traffic forecasts for the Easter weekend in Île-de-France: what Bison Futé says

Easter weekend gives us a three-day break. Many French people have decided to travel on April 3, 4, 5 and 6, 2026: Bison Futé offers its recommendations to avoid getting stuck in traffic this weekend.

Weather: what will the forecast be for Paris and Île-de-France this weekend and Easter Monday?

A three-day long weekend awaits us this Easter weekend, Saturday April 19, Sunday April 20 and Monday April 21, 2025. So, rain or shine? What's the weather forecast from Météo France for the next few days?

Easter at the Pullman Paris Centre-Bercy: a chocolatey brunch and an egg hunt in Paris’s 12th arrondissement

For Easter 2026, the Pullman Paris Centre-Bercy is rolling out a chocolate‑filled brunch, an egg hunt, and a range of gourmet creations.

Banks: no bank transfers possible during this Easter weekend, the alternatives

This Easter weekend 2026, standard interbank transfers between different banks will be suspended from the evening of Thursday, April 2 until midday on Tuesday, April 7. Here's what's changing and the alternatives available to you.

Why is Easter Monday a public holiday in France? Origins and history

This is one of the dates, if not the most important one, in the Christian religious calendar. You’ve probably guessed it: Easter. But do you know what Catholics and Protestants celebrate during this festival? And do you know why Easter Monday, which falls this year on April 6, 2026, is a public holiday? Here’s what you need to know.

Easter Egg Hunt and Giant Rabbits at La Défense Square for 2026

Easter celebrations take over the Esplanade de la Défense! Discover the fun activities and egg hunts scheduled for children on April 1st and 4th, 2026.

Easter Egg Hunt in Paris Organized by Secours Populaire 2026 at Parc des Buttes-Chaumont

The Paris Federation of the Secours Populaire is hosting its annual friendly Easter egg hunt this Sunday, April 5, 2026, at Buttes-Chaumont Park (19th arrondissement). Fun activities, a community village, and chocolate treats are all part of the festivities planned for the day.

Easter 2026 in Dampierre-en-Yvelines (78): A Large Egg Hunt in the Castle Gardens

This year, to celebrate Easter, the Dampierre Estate in the Yvelines (78) is once again hosting its grand Easter egg hunt, featuring a giant scavenger hunt set amidst the stunning gardens of Château de Dampierre.

An Easter egg hunt takes place inside the vault of the City of Economics in Paris

To celebrate the Easter weekend in Paris, the City of Economics is offering a variety of family-friendly activities, including a big Easter egg hunt in its vault... A fun-filled event to enjoy on April 4th and 5th, 2026.

FunBox: the world's largest inflatable park arrives in France, offering 4,000 m2 of fun

Fun awaits in Paris. From March 12 to May 31, Westfield Rosny 2 shopping center is hosting the world’s largest inflatable park. After making a splash in the United States and Spain, Funbox is making its debut in France, brought over by Productores de Sonrisas, Spain’s leading family entertainment producer. And until March 23, it’s Happiness Week — all tickets are just €11.

The Easter Egg Hunt at Parrot World 2026 and its festive activities (77)

For the Easter weekend from April 4 to 6, 2026, Parrot World in Crécy-la-Chapelle will host a children’s egg hunt tailored to different age groups. Set in an immersive wildlife environment just 30 minutes from Paris in Seine-et-Marne, it promises a fun and safe experience for the whole family.

Easter 2026: At Château de Vaux le Vicomte, the grand Easter egg hunt makes its return (77)

The renowned Easter egg hunt at Vaux-le-Vicomte Castle returns from April 4 to 6, 2026. What's in store? Egg hunts for kids and adults alike, fun activities for children, and a tour of the stunning castle gardens.