Free activities

July 14th 2025 Fête Nationale in Gagny (93): guinguette, fireworks and DJ set

This year, the town of Gagny in Seine-Saint-Denis celebrates the Fête nationale! The program includes fireworks from the roof of the Hôtel de Ville and a commemorative ceremony on Monday July 14, 2025.

Le Grand Banquet du 13e 2025, back under the Paris metro viaduct

A second edition of the Grand Banquet du 13e! Join us on Thursday, June 19, 2025 under the viaduct of line 6 of the aerial metro to enjoy a great popular and gourmet feast while (re)discovering the famous open-air street art museum on Boulevard Vincent Auriol in Paris.

Saint-Cyr-l'École 2025 festival: skydiving, hot-air ballooning and fireworks in Yvelines

In Saint-Cyr-l'École (Yvelines), on June 13 and 14, 2025, the town celebrates its aeronautical history with an exceptional festival. Hot-air ballooning, skydiving, fireworks, concerts and free entertainment await young and old alike.

La Chaloupe returns to Ile Seguin for a summer of chill and sunset

La Chaloupe returns to the rooftop of La Seine Musicale from June 18 to July 13, 2025. A free summer spot to sip a drink, enjoy DJ sets and admire the sunset over the Eiffel Tower.

Bonjour Vietnam 2025: a free Vietnamese cultural weekend in Paris

Bonjour Vietnam 2025, a free cultural festival at the Centre Culturel du Vietnam in Paris on June 28 and 29, 2025, offers shows, gastronomy, workshops and exhibitions to discover contemporary Vietnam.

Fête des Pîtres 2025: treasure hunt, concert and flashlight tour at La Monnaie de Paris

La Monnaie de Paris invites you to take part in the new edition of its Fête des Pîtres, on Saturday June 14 and Sunday June 15, 2025. Over a whole weekend, enjoy free events, exhibitions and concerts for the whole family.

Jeux d'eau at Domaine national de Saint-Cloud 2025: a free aquatic extravaganza to discover

This year, on Sundays June 8 and 15 and Saturday June 14, 2025, the Domaine national de Saint-Cloud is offering a refreshing stroll through its gardens, with the Jeux d'eau event. Fountains, waterfalls and basins play out an aquatic symphony, free of charge!

The Louis Lumière free open-air swimming pool in Paris for summer 2025

A free swimming pool in Paris' 20th arrondissement? As it does every year, the Mairie de Paris is setting up free outdoor swimming pools to refresh and entertain you. We're off to discover the one at the Centre sportif Louis Lumière on the Porte de Bagnolet side, from July 5 to August 31, 2025.

Japan at Barbizon 2025: a free weekend of Japanese escapism in the Seine-et-Marne region

The pretty village of Barbizon invites you to vicre to the rhythm of Japan and immerse yourself in Japanese culture, this Saturday, May 24, 2025 at the Musée Théodore Rousseau and the Parc de la Mairie. Exhibitions, sake tasting, manga workshops and a tea ceremony are on the program, as part of the bicentenary of the École de Barbizon.

Playin'Paris 2025: 3×3 basketball tournament, DJ contest and showcases under the Canopée des Halles

Playin'Paris is back for a fourth edition! This sport, dance and music event, which combines 3x3 basketball, DJ and hip-hop competitions, returns this summer under the Canopée des Halles on June 6 and 7, 2025.

Fête de la Nature 2025 at Jardin Partagé du Casque d'Or, a wealth of activities for everyone

The Fête de la Nature takes place at the Jardin partagé du Casque d'Or in the 20th arrondissement of Paris this Saturday, May 24, 2025. A host of fun activities are on the agenda for young and old alike.

Street workout: where to train free of charge in the open air in Paris's 20th arrondissement?

The 20th arrondissement of Paris offers several free outdoor street workout facilities, accessible all year round.

Paris Sport Proximité: free sporting activities for all

Until July 1, 2025, a variety of disciplines are on offer free of charge in Parisian arrondissements thanks to the Paris Sport Proximité program, organized by the City of Paris. Here's how it works.

1km de danse: a free, festive day in Pantin along the Canal de l'Ourcq

Feel like dancing without stopping for a day? The festive event "1km de danse" returns on Saturday May 17, 2025, to get you moving on the banks of the Canal de l'Ourcq in Pantin.

Les kiosques en fête, launch of free events in squares and gardens around Paris

Every year, the Mairie de Paris organizes Kiosques en fête, a program of free events in the gardens of Paris. With 40 kiosks offering music, shows, readings, DJ sets and more, from May to December, you're in for a treat! And the new season gets underway at the beginning of May 2025!

Exceptional free opening of the Opéra Garnier for All at Opéra 2025

To mark the national "Tous à l'Opéra!" event, the Palais Garnier is offering free access to its public areas on Saturday, May 10, 2025, between 10am and 4:15pm.

Châtelet Musical Club: a free and joyful musical show at the Théâtre du Châtelet

The Châtelet Musical Club is back at the Théâtre du Châtelet for a new season, with free, eclectic musical performances open to all, sung and danced live.

MegaWATT 2025: live entertainment in public spaces in Paris and Seine-et-Marne

The MégaWATT 2025 artistic journey arrives in Paris and Seine-et-Marne from May 3 to June 28. Shows, workshops, circus and dance in free access, all in the public space.

Oliver Beer, the unusual and free exhibition at the Musée d'art Moderne de Paris

Oliver Beer's contemporary exhibition awaits you at the Musée d'Art Moderne in Paris: discover a free, immersive exhibition that runs from April 4 to July 13, 2025. More than 3,000 children will reinterpret four of the museum's landmark works in sound and animation. A poetic, collective project to be discovered in the heart of the 16th arrondissement, a stone's throw from the Eiffel Tower.

Free rooftop, the Philharmonie Belvedere once again accessible with its exceptional view

Fancy a free rooftop? Head for the roof of the Philharmonie de Paris, overlooking the Parc de la Villette, which is once again open to us, from April to October, Wednesday to Sunday. This is your chance to enjoy a 360° view without paying a penny.