Essonne - activities

Astronomy: the best places to see shooting stars in Paris and the Île-de-France region

Numerous shooting star nights occur throughout the year. These stars can be admired if the weather allows it, in places where pollution is less. But where to find these rare pearls in Paris and Ile-de-France?

Île-de-France: a photoluminescent bike path that glows in the dark in Essonne

Night-time cyclists are in for a treat: a new glow-in-the-dark cycle path has just been opened in Essonne! For added safety, photoluminescent road markings have been installed between Pussay and Angerville.

Open-air cinema in Viry-Chatillon: Free screening of the film Vaillante in Parc Leblanc

Experience open-air cinema in Viry-Chatillon's Parc Leblanc. Join us on July 21 for the screening of the film Vaillante.

Nuits des Étoiles 2023 at the Vayres-sur-Essonne stadium (91)

The Astroclub de Vayres-sur-Essonne is once again taking part in Nuits des Etoiles 2023, with free observations open to all on August 11 and 12, 2023. An opportunity to learn all about astronomy!

Heritage Days 2023 in Viry-Châtillon (91): Le Nymphée nymphée, the shell grotto

The Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days) are making a comeback on the weekend of September 16 and 17, 2023 in Paris and the Île-de-France region. This is your chance to explore the Nymphée Nymphée, a mysterious shell-covered cave in Viry-Châtillon, Essonne.

July 14, 2023: fireworks, picnic and dancing in Longjumeau (91)

To celebrate the Fête nationale, Longjumeau residents are invited to attend a fireworks display this Thursday, July 13, 2023, at the Parc des Sports Longrenay.

Fête Nationale 2023 in Draveil (91): Disney evening, fireworks, bal musette & DJ set - DELAYED

For this year's Fête Nationale 2023, the Essonne town of Draveil was planning a Disney-themed evening featuring fireworks, a bal musette and a DJ set! The event has now been cancelled, and the party postponed to a later date.

July 14, 2023 in Etampes (91): fireworks cancelled, ball maintained

For the Fête Nationale 2023, the city of Etampes is offering a whole day of commemoration and celebration, this Friday, July 14, 2023. Although the fireworks display has been cancelled, the popular ball is still on!

July 14: "Star Wars" fireworks and firemen's ball in Athis-Mons (91) - Maintained

It's party time in Athis-Mons! This Thursday, July 13, 2023, to celebrate the French national holiday, a Star Wars-themed fireworks display and a firemen's ball take us into the night.

Fête Nationale: Harry Potter fireworks at Vigneux-sur-Seine (91) on July 13, 2023 - CANCELLED

The town of Vigneux-sur-Seine had originally planned to hold its National Holiday celebrations on Wednesday July 13, 2023, with a Harry Potter-themed fireworks display. However, the event has been cancelled, and the Town Hall has announced that it will be postponed until September.

Take it Easy, Etampes' family concept restaurant on the RER C - CLOSED

Since June 2019, Take It Easy has been welcoming families and children to its 100% kid-friendly café, restaurant and venue in Etampes, at the terminus of the RER C train line. Here, people come to take part in one of the many English courses (child or adult level) on offer, to take part in a parenting workshop, or to have breakfast, a snack, lunch... What's so special about this place? Take It Easy includes a play area for the little ones, with a dinette, motor skills mattresses and lots of other games! It's the perfect place to spend a Wednesday, Sunday or vacation afternoon!

Fête Nationale in Savigny-sur-Orge (91): July 13, 2023 fireworks cancelled

In Savigny-sur-Orge, the Fête Nationale, whose fireworks display was to have been Harry Potter-themed, has been cancelled due to the context and the unfavorable opinions of the Police Nationale, the Etat Major and the fire department.

Fête Nationale: fireworks on July 14, 2023 in Gif sur Yvette (91)

For the Fête Nationale in the summer of 2023, the town of Gif-sur-Yvette is organizing its traditional fireworks display, preceded by a Republican dinner and dance.

July 14th Bastille Day in Sainte-Geneviève-des-Bois (91): Fireworks cancelled

The town of Sainte-Geneviève-des-Bois is canceling its fireworks display celebrating Fête Nationale 2023 due to the "significant risk of fire".

Fireworks and popular ball on July 14th 2023 at Les Ulis (91)

On this July 14, 2023, Les Ulis, in the Essonne department of France, is the setting for the traditional fireworks display for the Fête Nationale.

Fête Nationale in Viry-Chatillon (91): Fireworks, concerts and entertainment on July 13, 2023

The commune of Viry-Chatillon is planning a fireworks extravaganza for the Fête Nationale 2023. Please note that the fireworks will be fired on July 13. Children's entertainment and concerts are also planned!

The Château and estate of Courances and its superb gardens

The Domaine et Château de Courances, located in the Gâtinais region of Essonne (91), is a wonderful place to discover. Classified as a Historic Monument and Remarkable Garden, this site welcomes you every weekend and public holiday from April to early November. We take you on a tour of this verdant haven of peace.

July 14, 2023: fireworks, ball and Republican picnic at Ris-Orangis (91)

The town of Ris-Orangis is planning two days of festivities to celebrate its national holiday, with entertainment for all the family. Fireworks, cinema, ball, picnic... Discover the program.

Bastille Day in Corbeil-Essonnes (91): Concerts and fireworks on July 13, 2023

The town of Corbeil-Essonnes will be celebrating the Fête Nationale this year with its famous July 14 fireworks display on July 13, 2023.

Bastille Day: Fireworks and firemen's ball on July 13, 2023 in Palaiseau (91)

In Palaiseau, traditions are respected: the national holiday is synonymous with fireworks and a firemen's ball! Join us on July 13, 2023 at the Georges Collet stadium for a festive, free evening.