Grandes vacances guide

Leisure Prod: outdoor activities, stag dos, hen dos - PROMO CODE

Looking for a bachelor or bachelorette party idea near Paris? Boasting paintball, an outdoor escape game, and adrenaline-fueled challenges, Loisirs Prod bets on outdoor group activities to deliver plenty of thrills and fun. Bonus: this is the last month to enjoy 10% off your activities with LOISIRS PROD!

Aventure Floreval: a treetop adventure park, climbing and a multi-activity park in Essonne, 30 minutes from Paris

Only 30 minutes south of Paris, in Essonne (91), Aventure Floreval welcomes children and adults to the heart of the Morionville forest for a full day of outdoor adventure. Tree-top adventures, outdoor climbing, Paintball, Jurassic Mini-Golf, Escape Games, Laser Game, Quiz Battle, or even a farm with animals: the park offers a wide range of activities for a family outing, with friends, or in a group. And since the summer of 2026, a new activity has completed the park’s lineup: a bouldering area installed right in the forest.

Le Paradox Museum Paris: more than 90 immersive experiences and a Hans & Gretel Café

Paradox Museum offers nearly a hundred immersive experiences—from trompe-l'œil illusions and optical tricks to sensory overhauls—that await visitors in Paris. Get ready to be tricked and to snap surreal photos. Five new interactive installations have just been added to the journey, making it the perfect time to challenge your senses! And as a bonus, a brand-new, ultra-delicious café, Hans & Gretel, is ready to tempt you.

School holidays for the 2026-2027 academic year and public holidays: calendar dates by zone.

As the summer holidays come to a close, here is the 2026-2027 school holiday calendar. With the new school year in France set to begin on September 1, students can look forward to Toussaint holidays starting October 17, followed by Christmas break on December 19.

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Open-air cinema in Saint-Denis 2026: free screenings in neighborhoods throughout the summer

From July 4 to September 4, 2026, the City of Saint-Denis will host several outdoor cinema screenings in various neighborhoods across the municipality. Free and open to all, these screenings form part of the Bel Été summer program and are organized in partnership with the L'Écran cinema.

Hot tip: Free activities at Domaine de Villarceaux in 2026

The Villarceaux estate, in Chaussy in the Val-d'Oise, is running a season of free activities through November 1, 2026: family tours, evening strolls, concerts and performances set in a 70-hectare park. From summer holidays to autumn, don’t miss these free events and remember to sign up for some of them.

5 experiences you probably wouldn’t expect to find near Paris!

Escape game on a moped, a 4L rally, a solar-powered catamaran, flan and a nocturnal hike: this summer, Oise.fun shines a light on experiences that veer off the beaten path and offer a fresh way to spend a day near Paris. Far from the tourist clichés, these five activities lean into curiosity, conviviality, and surprise.

Seine Commune 2026: a watersports center, swimming and free activities on Île-Saint-Denis (93)

With Seine Commune, the City of L'Île-Saint-Denis is turning the banks of the Seine into a summertime hub for leisure and social life. The event runs from July 8 to August 1, 2026 at the nautical base of the riverfront eco-district, a waterfront site that regularly hosts boating and water-sports activities. The program welcomes both residents and passing visitors.

Summer vacations at the Musée d'Orsay in 2026: free activities for the whole family

Until August 30, 2026, the Orsay Museum is offering "Vacances à Orsay," a program of playful and creative activities for children and families. Installed in the museum's reception hall, this initiative is free with an admission ticket to the museum.

Gally's Mazes: embark on the grand adventure at the Saint-Cyr-l'École Farm (78)

From spring through autumn, the Ferme de Gally in Saint-Cyr-l'École reopens its labyrinths: a word to budding adventurers—you might not find your way out.

The Lire dans l’herbe 2026 festival in Saint-Ouen: a free, open-to-all gathering around books.

On Saturday, July 11, 2026, the Wangari Serre greenhouse in Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine hosts a new edition of Lire dans l'herbe, a free festival dedicated to books and environmental issues. The program features author talks, workshops, readings, activities for children, and conferences on nature and ecology.

Summer holidays: free LEGO workshops at the Danish House in Paris

From July 24 to August 16, 2026, the Danish House is hosting free LEGO workshops on the Champs-Élysées. Open to children, families, and LEGO enthusiasts, these sessions invite participants to explore the world of the iconic Danish brand through freely accessible creative spaces.

The Royal Chapel of the Palace of Versailles and its sacristies on an exceptional visit this summer, 2026

This summer, the Palace of Versailles will offer an exceptional opening of the Royal Chapel from July 7 to September 27, 2026. A chance to admire its nave, its painted ceiling, its sacristies, its stone marquetry, and many other beauties!

A Summer in Eaubonne (95) 2026: Free activities at the Château du Val-Joli

From July 4 to 25, 2026, the City of Eaubonne kicks off a new edition of Un été à Eaubonne, its summer lineup. Based at the Château du Val-Joli and its park, this free event offers sports activities, workshops, performances, and evening programs for children, teenagers, and families.

Bricks of Wonder: the family-friendly exhibition built with LEGO bricks, now on in Paris

The artist Dirk Denoyelle presents his works crafted from construction bricks in a playful, family-friendly exhibition to be explored from May 23 to September 6, 2026 at the Espace Champerret in Paris.

Odoya 2026, the music festival that will transport you to Brazil—from Saint-Ouen (93)

On Saturday, July 18, 2026, Saint-Ouen’s Serre Wangari will host the 4th edition of Odoya. Free and open to everyone, the festival offers a day devoted to Brazilian culture, featuring music, dance, percussion, cuisine, and handicrafts.

La plage et baignade de Joinville-le-Pont dans le Val-de-Marne pour se rafraîchir Joinville-le-Pont's beach and swimming area in Val-de-Marne to beat the heat

Swimming in the Marne returns this summer to Joinville-le-Pont in the Val-de-Marne: the beach laid out on the marina’s sandbank has reopened its pools until August 31, 2026. Now is the time to enjoy it.

Stains Beach 2026: free activities and entertainment for the summer holidays

From July 13 to August 28, 2026, the City of Stains presents “Smile, It’s Summer!”, a summer program that brings together free activities, sports, workshops, evenings, and leisure spaces for people of all ages.

Family-friendly plan: Épinay-sur-Orge's 2026 summer enclave, free activities for everyone

From July 4 to 26, and then July 19 to August 28, 2026, the town of Épinay-sur-Orge is staging the 5th edition of Îlot Estival. Located in Parc des Templiers, this free event offers sports, cultural, and recreational activities for people of all ages.