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What to do in Paris this summer 2026: the cultural calendar for Paris and Greater Paris.

What to do in Paris and Greater Paris this summer? Guided tours, urban strolls with expert guides or locals who are passionate about their neighborhoods, and cruises are on offer. Plenty is planned, and some activities are free.

Playground at CENTQUATRE-PARIS: a fashion, sports and culture event for kids, teens and families

Zalando launches Playground at CENTQUATRE-PARIS on Saturday, June 27 and Sunday, June 28, 2026: a free event for kids and teens and their families. The lineup includes creative workshops, customization, sports challenges, DJ sets, photo corners, and immersive experiences around fashion, sport, and culture. Admission is free, with online registration (link in the article).

Experience the 2026 eSports World Cup in Paris with Paris je t’aime!

The 2026 eSports World Cup turns Paris into the gaming capital for the summer, with international competitions, a festival at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, activities and official ceremonies. Paris je t’aime accompanies the event with curated routes, addresses, and tips to fully enjoy Paris.

Randos des Terroirs: gourmet strolls with tastings of local products in Seine-et-Marne - POSTPONED

Les Randos des Terroirs invite les Franciliens à lace up their sneakers to explore the landscapes and flavors of Seine-et-Marne, on Sunday, June 28, 2026. Choose one of the 9 itineraries punctuated by gourmet stops right at the producers to discover the department! POSTPONED

This historic château in Essonne, now the town hall, hides a remarkable botanical park that’s free to visit.

In Lardy, the castle park—now the town hall—runs along the Juine for six hectares and features remarkable century-old trees in Essonne, freely accessible year-round. We treated ourselves to a quick outing to reveal this surprising green space and its castle.

Parc Boussard: we visited this Art Deco garden, a designated Jardin Remarquable and free to visit in Essonne.

The Boussard Park, in Lardy (Essonne), is one of the few Art Deco gardens in Île-de-France. Registered as a historic monument and named a Remarkable Garden, this free-entry municipal park is open year-round. Tucked away in a discreet, hidden corner, it’s a real gem we were pleased to discover and are thrilled to share with you.

In June, a full lineup of activities in Seine-Saint-Denis’ departmental parks

Looking for a scenic outdoor stroll near Paris, a free outdoor activity, or a peaceful spot to exercise away from the city's hustle and bustle... There's definitely a park in Seine-Saint-Denis that's perfect for you!

Nights of the Forests 2026: 17 days to listen to the living world in Île-de-France

From June 5 to 21, the Nuits des Forêts festival invites you to rediscover the forgotten sounds of nature, for a free, immersive experience in the heart of the Île-de-France woods. 250 sites across France, 48 in Île-de-France, one theme: listening.

Rose Weekend at Bagatelle: activities and tours in the heart of the rose garden, the smart pick

At Bagatelle Park, nestled in the Bois de Boulogne, the rose takes center stage for a weekend on June 6–7, 2026, with festive animations and tours through the heart of Paris’s rose garden. Discover the program!

Deuil-la-Barre's Greenway: a verdant stroll in the heart of Val-d'Oise

Nature comes to Deuil-la-Barre! This spring, the Île-de-France town unveils the third stretch of the “Coulée Verte,” its flagship project to forge a green corridor that runs through the town from north to south. A chance to enjoy a lush, leafy stroll right in the heart of Val-d’Oise.

Where to see farm animals? Educational farms and livestock farms in and around Paris.

A day at the farm is the sure-fire outing everyone agrees on: so this weekend, this Wednesday, or during the holidays, it's the perfect chance to (re)discover the area’s farms and educational farms.

May 1st: how to sell lilies of the valley and where to source them around Paris in Île-de-France?

May 1, 2026, Labour Day and a public holiday, also brings the tradition of lily of the valley. Selling or picking these tiny lucky bells in the forests of Île-de-France is a long-standing custom, but it comes with a few rules to know.

La Ferme de Grignon (78), a free cow and sheep farm visit

In the heart of the Versailles plain, the town of Grignon boasts a huge farm with over 200 dairy cows, 600 ewes, 400 hectares of crops and a dairy. The good news is that the site is open to the public: put on your good shoes and let's go and discover this farm in the Yvelines!

This medieval town, designated a Village of Character in Île-de-France, hides a wealth of treasures.

We head to Seine-et-Marne (77), less than an hour from Paris, to discover Nemours, a medieval town awarded the Village of Character label, tucked into the meanders of the Loing and rich with a heritage to explore year-round. The castle, museums and a sublime church make up a remarkable ensemble to discover.

Seine-et-Marne: this Royal Garden, listed as a Remarkable Garden, unfolds its sublime rhododendrons with free admission

In Seine-et-Marne, the gardens of the Château de Fontainebleau are in full bloom this spring 2026, showcasing their rhododendron beds. A 130-hectare royal park, listed as a Remarkable Garden, free to enter—you can run, you can dash around (and you can picnic).

Flower weekend at Moulin Jaune: do as you please in this extraordinary and remarkable garden.

Slava Polunin’s renowned garden reopens its doors on May 16 and 17, 2026 in Crécy-la-Chapelle, Seine-et-Marne, for a flower-filled weekend of costumes and picnics along the Grand Morin.

Barbizon's Parks and Gardens Festival 2026: free activities in Seine-et-Marne

Barbizon’s Festival of Parks and Gardens returns for its 5th edition on April 18–19, 2026 in Seine-et-Marne, centered on the theme Gardens of the World, with a lineup of free activities for the whole family.

Espace Rambouillet: hectares of forest to observe deer, fallow deer, wild boars, wolves, and birds of prey

For a day deep in the forest and in close contact with wildlife, head to Espace Rambouillet in the Yvelines, where you can observe deer, fallow deer, wild boar, wolves, and birds of prey, roaming freely. Reopening on April 4, 2026 for the new season.

Domaine National de Port-Royal des Champs: A Historical and Cultural Journey in Yvelines

We're off to discover the Domaine National de Port-Royal des Champs in Magny-les-Hameaux, Yvelines, open all year round. This historic and cultural site, which bears witness to the history of Jansenism, offers a unique visiting experience and a wonderful discovery walk.

Launay Botanical Garden and Paris-Saclay Arboretum: A Global Journey Through Plants in Essonne

We head to Essonne to explore the botanical garden of the University of Paris-Saclay, sprawling across 90 hectares of plant collections on the Orsay campus. Home to nearly 3,000 species from around the globe, it offers free guided tours and features a conservation arboretum, making for a perfect green getaway just a short train ride away from Orsay station.