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10 free outings and activities for February 2025 in Paris

Wondering what to do in Paris during the winter vacations from February 15 to March 2, 2025? To recharge your batteries before the imminent arrival of spring, we've selected 10 100% free outings to enjoy this month of February, whether the weather's fine or not.

France Miniature: free admission for children at the 2025 reopening, take advantage of this special offer

France Miniature reopens its doors on April 5, 2025, with an unmissable offer: buy one adult ticket and get one child's ticket for free. This offer is valid from April 5 to May 4, 2025, provided you book online up to the day before your visit.

Chinese New Year in Saint-Germain-en-Laye, the free festive program

Saint-Germain-en-Laye celebrates Chinese New Year this Sunday, February 9, 2025, with a festive and free program organized by the Confucius association and the town hall. From 9:30 am to 5:30 pm, discover workshops, shows and gastronomy around the Lunar New Year.

Fête de la coquille Saint-Jacques et de la Saint Vincent 2025 in Montmartre this weekend!

The Fête de la coquille Saint-Jacques in Montmartre is an institution that no Parisian would dare miss. This year, on January 25 and 26, 2025, it's all about scallops from the Bay of Saint-Brieuc.

The Denecourt trail to the Denecourt Tower in Fontainebleau, the historical walk

We take you back in time to the forest of Fontainebleau in Seine-et-Marne with the Denecourt-Colinet trail no. 2, a signposted route lasting around 1h30. This historic trail combines rocky landscapes, fountains and artistic curiosities, all the way to the mythical Tour Denecourt. Did you know? Denecourt was the inventor of the world's first signposted trails in the Fontainebleau forest, and the forerunner of green tourism.

Will you be the millionth visitor to the Marché de Noël de la Défense this Friday?

The Paris La Défense Christmas Market will reach a historic milestone this Friday, December 13, 2024, when it welcomes its millionth visitor. Join us on the Parvis de La Défense, between 12.30 and 1.30 pm, to take part in this exceptional event.

Caillebotte en Lumière, the free video mapping show at the Musée d'Orsay, takes shape

Alert, friends! From December 5 to 7, 2024, the Musée d'Orsay is staging an eye-popping video mapping show on its historic façade, called Caillebotte en lumière. Don't miss this event, free and open to all, which plunges you into the world of Gustave Caillebotte.

Fête des Lumières 2024: a light parade in Moret-sur-Loing (77) - CANCELLED FOR WEATHER CONDITIONS

The commune of Moret-sur-Loing, in Seine-et-Marne, invites us to take part in a magical journey, with a Festival of Lights open free to all, on Friday, December 7, 2024. Cancelled due to bad weather conditions.

The battle of the tree masters: a free game-show around the Grand Palais

To coincide with the Journées Nationales de l'Architecture (National Architecture Days), a free, captivating game-show awaits you around the Grand Palais in Paris. From October 19 to 20, 2024, you can immerse yourself in a fantastic adventure combining culture and nature, with a route linking eight renowned cultural institutions.

La Marche en Fête: a challenge to get moving together in Paris's 1st arrondissement this Sunday

In France, 95% of adults are too sedentary and lack physical activity. On October 6, 2024, the French Athletics Federation is planning to get you moving with its Marche en Fête, in the 1st arrondissement of Paris!

The Botanical Village at the Parc Floral 2024: the best deal with free tours and workshops

The Botanical Village is back for another edition, this Saturday, October 5 and Sunday, October 6, 2024. For a weekend, explore the Parc Floral and learn all about plants and nature, with free tours and workshops.

Mobility Night Ride: the 11km night ride celebrating all forms of mobility this Friday, October 4!

Get ready for a unique and inspiring experience. This Friday, October 4, Dassault Systèmes and Pari Roller are organizing the Mobility Night Ride, an all-inclusive 11 km night ride from Montparnasse to Bastille, alongside Taïg Khris, Kazuhiko Kanno, and cycling champion Laurent Jalabert. Whether you're on a bike, rollerblade, scooter, skateboard or gyroroue, come and enjoy the music!

Rue Montorgueil transformed into Gotham to celebrate The Penguin series on Max with purple umbrellas

Purple umbrellas on rue Montorgueil? From September 29 to October 7, the iconic street will be transformed to plunge Paris into the world of The Penguin, broadcast on Max. These unusual purple umbrellas will invade the skyline of the famous Parisian street, near Les Halles.

Salon de la Gastronomie with farmers' market and fireworks at Méréville (91)

Méréville, in Essonne, France, hosts the 8th Salon de la Gastronomie from September 27 to 29, 2024, an unmissable, free event for local food lovers. Under the 16th-century covered market, producers and artisans come together to share their know-how, in a festive atmosphere culminating in a fireworks display on Saturday, September 28.

Paralympic Games: a hunt for pins in the capital's iconic locations

You're probably familiar with this tradition of pin exchange, but for these Paris 2024 Games, new ones are making their appearance, to be picked up as you stroll around the capital!

This summer, explore the Pays de Fontainebleau with family and friends!

With this in mind, Fontainebleau Tourisme invites you to discover our first selection of events. Get together with your loved ones to try out new experiences, fill up on good cheer, share a convivial meal and create memories together!

A weekend in the French Vexin, from Vétheuil to La Roche-Guyon (95)

This weekend, we're taking you away from the hustle and bustle of Paris for 48 hours, to the heart of the French Vexin, in the Val-d'Oise département. From Vétheuil to La Roche-Guyon (or vice versa), set off to discover this exotic region, without even leaving the Paris region!

Unusual: take a river shuttle for a ride on an island in the heart of Paris

Many people are familiar with the Bois de Boulogne, yet few really know that it's home to two of the capital's most beautiful lakes and their picturesque islands. Come on board with us: we're off to discover these hidden treasures of Paris!

Discover Crécy-la-Chapelle (77), a bucolic village on the banks of the Grand Morin river

For an outdoor getaway less than an hour from Paris, head for Crécy-la-Chapelle, a small village at the terminus of the Transilien line P, charmingly nicknamed "Venise Briarde".

A historical walk in the footsteps of Alexandre Dumas in Paris and the Île-de-France region

After the Three Musketeers, the Count of Monte Cristo has been adapted for the big screen. What better way to follow in the footsteps of the prolific writer Alexandre Dumas across the Île-de-France region!