Essonne news

Line 18 in Essonne: a big free festival at Massy-Palaiseau station this Saturday

Line 18 of the Grand Paris Express is staging a free celebration at its Massy-Palaiseau station in Essonne, featuring music, artistic performances, and tours of the platforms, this Saturday, September 12, 2026, ahead of the metro’s launch. Tours, food, and a vibrant atmosphere are on the menu.

Essonne: up to 200 exhibitors at this weekend's huge village flea market

A giant flea market brings together between 100 and 200 exhibitors in this small lakeside village on the Essonne’s leisure base. On Saturday, August 29 and Sunday, August 30, 2026, shoppers can browse antiques, clothing, toys and home decor at bargain prices.

Montlhéry's free medieval festival 2026: the program in Essonne

The Montlhéry Medieval Festival is back for its 9th edition on September 19–20, 2026, under the theme “Around the World” to mark Heritage Days. Expect equestrian shows, a medieval market, and fire-breathers, all free to attend in Essonne, at the foot of the famous Tower.

In Essonne, a giant flea market is taking over this supermarket this Sunday, August 23.

A major flea market gathers over 300 exhibitors on the covered car park of the E.Leclerc hypermarket in Viry-Châtillon, Essonne, this Sunday, August 23, 2026, with vintage decor, clothing, toys, and antiques to discover.

Essonne: Fireworks and forests banned until July 15

Fireworks and access to woods and forests are banned in Essonne until July 15, 2026 inclusive. This marks the end of the July 13 and 14 festivities. Faced with an extremely high fire risk amid a heatwave, the prefecture has signed three orders to protect residents and the department’s natural spaces.

Morsang en Fête 2026: Sunday’s Music Day canceled

Morsang-en-Fête 2026 remains on for Friday 19 and Saturday 20 June at Château Park, but the Fête de la Musique scheduled for Sunday 21 June has been cancelled due to the orange heatwave alert.

A rustic country fair on a farm with workshops, a market and walks this weekend in Essonne

La Ferme de l'Envol, located on Base 217 in Essonne, is hosting the 5th edition of the Fête champêtre: two days of workshops, a producers' market, and scenic bike rides through the countryside, all free to enjoy on June 13–14, 2026. Here’s everything you need to know.

Nature Festival 2026: walks, concerts and exhibitions in Essonne

La Fête de la Nature invests the courtyard of La Ferme de Boussy-Saint-Antoine in Essonne, from May 21 to 25, 2026. On the program: exhibitions, nature walks, lectures, and a free-admission eco-concert with a quirky twist.

Free festival in Essonne: trail running, a zip line, climbing and kayaking await you.

In Essonne, the Sport and Nature Festival is back for its third edition on Saturday, May 23, 2026, at the Domaine de Chamarande: zip-lining, rock climbing, kayaking, charity trail runs, and 40 activities—all free of charge.

Essonne: 18 free open-air shows in 14 towns, the program!

The Day // Night Festival returns to Essonne for its 15th edition, presenting 18 free open-air performances, blending street theatre, dance and circus across 14 towns from May 22–25 and May 29–31, 2026.

Bric à Brac Jardin en fête 2026: the Plant Festival in Essonne (91)

Mark your calendars for Sunday, May 17, 2026, at the Auvers Saint-Georges stadium in Essonne, for a celebration of gardens and nature. Individuals, associations and professionals come together around plants, local products, and workshops for children.

Essonne: a château with remarkable gardens you absolutely must discover to go green

The Domaine de Courson, a château classified as a Historic Monument and a park labelled Jardin Remarquable in Courson-Monteloup, Essonne, opens its doors to visitors until November 1. Now is the time to discover its sublime green spaces and, perhaps, delve into the castle’s history through a guided tour.

The Gardens Festival of Soisy-sur-Seine in Essonne, 2026

The 16th Soisy-sur-Seine Gardens Festival is returning to Grand Veneur Park on May 9 and 10, 2026. Visitors can enjoy a variety of plant exhibits, artisan stalls, plant swaps, and free activities—all part of this celebration of nature in Essonne. The event is open to everyone and free of charge.

Essonne: TZen 4 Strike Causes Complete Service Disruption

Just one week after its launch, the TZen 4 service connecting Viry-Chatillon to Corbeil-Essonnes is completely shut down this Tuesday. Union activists from Force Ouvrière are blocking the bus depot to protest layoffs and the elimination of bonuses.

Essonne: Free Vintage Vehicle Exhibit to Be Featured This Saturday—Come Discover It

The Place du Comte Haymon in Corbeil-Essonnes will host a vintage car exhibition on Saturday, February 14, 2026. The event offers a free morning dedicated to showcasing iconic classic vehicles, perfect for a family outing or a get-together with friends.

Île-de-France: Which are the Top 10 Cities to Live in 2026?

In which Île-de-France cities will it be best to live in 2026? The annual ranking of French municipalities, based on 197 criteria, highlights the top ten Île-de-France towns that are best positioned at the national level.

Vigicrues Boosts Monitoring in Île-de-France: Four More Watercourses Placed Under Surveillance

Since early November, Vigicrues has expanded its monitoring efforts in Île-de-France, now tracking four additional rivers: the Mauldre, the Yerres, the Almont, and the Petit Morin. This extension grants 78 more localities in the region access to detailed and reliable flood risk updates through an enhanced flood warning system.

Snow and ice: the N118 closed in both directions on January 7, 2026

The N118 is closed in both directions between the Pont de Sèvres and Janvry this Wednesday, January 7, 2026, due to winter weather conditions. The Paris police prefecture made this decision to ensure the safety of all road users.

A Magical Christmas Village to Discover in an Essonne Garden

For the past seven years, Vincent Costa Da Cunha has been turning his garden in Limours into a magical Christmas Village. Standing tall at 7 meters, the Christmas tree is adorned with hundreds of sparkling lights, transforming the space into a breathtaking sound and light show. This free holiday spectacle welcomes visitors every evening throughout December 2025 and until January 4, 2026, from Monday to Sunday, 5:30 PM to 9 PM. Curious about what he’s created, we went to explore his garden filled with a thousand colors.

A charming Christmas market in Essonne promises pony rides and free snacks.

Let's go and discover a craft Christmas market in Essonne. Located in Breuillet, between Arpajon and Dourdan, this event will be held on December 13 and 14, 2025, with 85 exhibitors, pony rides, and free snacks for children.