Grandes vacances guide

Grandes vacances 2024: free summer events at One Nation Paris (78)

Until September 2023, the One Nation Paris Outlet shopping mall in Clayes-sous-Bois (78) is going into summer mode, offering free events and a terrace: to combine shopping and lounging, click here!

Summer vacations 2024: concerts and brass bands at the Jardin d'Acclimatation

The Jardin d'Acclimatoin in Paris's 16th arrondissement, in the heart of the Bois de Boulogne, is definitely the capital's most kid-friendly garden. In addition to its usual activities, the Jardin is setting the pace this summer, with a host of musical events on the program.

Good deals: the sports village and its aquatic and sporting activities in Mantes-la-Jolie (78)

This summer, the town of Mantes-la-Jolie is opening the doors of its Olympic Sports Village, with sporting events open to all.

Summer in Le Pré 2024: free summer events in Le Pré-Saint-Gervais (93)

During the summer vacations, the town of Le Pré-Saint-Gervais organizes a Summer in the Meadow with a great program of activities for the whole family.

Tenir tête, the immersive exhibition in the Galerie des Enfants at the Centre Georges Pompidou

Until January 6, 2025, the Galerie des Enfants is transformed in the colors of Tenir tête, the exhibition by illustrator Marion Fayolle that takes you on a journey of discovery through nomadic encampments.

Summer vacations 2024: films to see in July and August with children

Ahhh the summer vacations! Long-awaited by children, and sometimes even by parents, it's the time to stock up on outings to entertain the kids. But what about the cinema? What films can the family see during the 2024 summer vacations?

Make It Clap: create your own sitcom with the new "PopCorn" experience

Make It Clap launches "PopCorn", a unique experience for creating your own sitcom in the style of "Scènes de Ménage" or "En Famille".

Public holidays, bridges and vacations: what to put down in 2024

With the New Year upon us, some people are already looking ahead to possible long weekends. For those who can't wait, find out what holidays and bridges the 2024 calendar has in store for you.

Interactive investigations at the Château de Fontainebleau: an adventure for families

The Château de Fontainebleau is launching special children's tour-investigations. Take part during the All Saints' vacation and every Sunday thereafter.

Camping: 3 essential platforms for parking your motorhome or pitching your tent this summer

Summer means vacation, and vacation means spending... Between transport, accommodation and leisure activities, yes, the budget can quickly get out of hand, especially with a family. So why not opt for camping instead?

Butter-making workshop, escape game and investigations at Ferme de Grignon (78) this summer

This summer, it's time for a family day out on the farm, just a few kilometers from Paris! Head for Ferme de Grignon, in the Yvelines region, to discover the animals, take part in workshops and spend the afternoon in the fresh air, during Holi'Farm'Days, the farm's summer festival event.

Free activities and sports classes at the Coloc' de l'Ourcq Summer Station (93)

Along the Canal de l'Ourcq, just opposite the Parc de la Bergère, the Coloc' de l'Ourcq is inaugurating its summer resort in July 2023, with an exciting program of sports, fun and summer activities, all free of charge!

Take part in a free giant Disney LEGO mural at the Forum des Halles in Paris

For the very first weekend of the vacation season, the Forum des Halles shopping center in Châtelet is offering you the chance to take part in a LEGO fresco of Disney characters.

Les Rendez-vous sauvages, an immersion into the lives of predators at Vincennes Zoo this summer

Summer and winter alike, the Parc zoologique de Paris (or Vincennes Zoo) never goes out of fashion: for young and old alike, it's always a place of discovery, surprises and excitement. On this summer's program? Come and discover the zoo's large predators with your family.

Summer vacations 2023: activities, family outings and workshops at the Musée en Herbe

What are we doing with the kids this summer? We're going to a museum! And not just any museum: we've chosen the most creative, fun and child-friendly museum in Paris, the Musée en Herbe. With its attractive summer program, there's no doubt that it's the perfect place for a family cultural outing.

La Bergerie Ovinpique, sports and leisure activities at the Bergerie Nationale this summer

During the 2023 summer vacations, the Bergerie Nationale de Rambouillet is welcoming young and old alike to prepare them for the 2024 Olympic Games with its sporting, fun but above all free activities for the whole family. So, are we going to try and secure our place at the Paris Olympics this summer?

Open-air cinema in Montrouge: free screenings every Thursday evening this summer

One of the most popular activities in Ile-de-France, open-air cinema is back this summer! Head to Montrouge for an exceptional program of dance and sports, every Thursday evening, for free screenings!

Aquaboulevard, the family water park in the heart of Paris

The whole family can take a dip in the heart of Paris at Aquaboulevard, a water park where visitors come all year round to enjoy the wave pools, 11 giant slides, whirlpool baths and waterfalls, in an atmosphere maintained at 29°C.

A free treasure hunt to discover the Île de la Cité with your family

If you love visiting Paris with the kids, then you're sure to love this free scavenger hunt, available on an app that lets you and the kids explore the Île de la Cité on a sunny day out.

The unusual walks of Fontânebleau, to discover the forest with donkeys

If you are looking for an original activity to do with or without children during the vacations, Fontânebleau organizes hikes on request, ranging from one hour to four hours in Achères-la-Forêt, where donkeys live peacefully.