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Saint-Ouen’s Summer 2026: free activities, open-air cinema and a Brazilian guinguette in Saint-Ouen

From Saturday, July 4 to Sunday, August 23, 2026, the city of Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine is staging Été Audonien, a major summer festival featuring free activities and special evenings, designed to make you feel like you’re on vacation without leaving the city.

Concerts and Water Fountain Shows 2026: the free outdoor festival at the Domaine de Saint-Cloud this weekend

For its 20th edition, the Concerts & Jeux d'Eau festival returns this weekend, June 13–14, 2026, to the Domaine national de Saint-Cloud in Hauts-de-Seine, with a free, international lineup open to all. And with the weather set to be perfect, it’s the moment to enjoy it!

Noisy Plage 2026: Free activities and summer swimming in Noisy-le-Grand (93)

Bringing the beach to Île-de-France? The bets are on! This summer, the action centers on Noisy-le-Grand for Noisy Plage, a summer venue offering free activities to enjoy throughout the long holidays.

Thiais celebrates summer 2026 with free summer activities at Parc de l'Europe.

On Sundays July 12 and 26, then August 9 and 23, 2026, Thiais offers free summer activities at Parc de l’Europe. A public-friendly gathering to enjoy summer in the city, from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Clamart Beach 2026: water games, swimming and activities all summer long in Clamart

From July 18 to August 9, 2026, Clamart Beach reopens its doors, letting you feel like you’re on vacation without leaving Hauts-de-Seine. The lineup includes a pool, water games, and activities for everyone.

Repair Festival 2026: a large outdoor textile workshop and a thrift shop at the 11th arrondissement town hall.

The Festival of Repairs is making a comeback in Paris, offering textile workshops, upcycling, debates and a values-driven thrift shop at the 11th arrondissement town hall, on June 5–6, 2026.

Jardin Bonheur 2026: the garden and nature festival in Levallois – our photos

Jardin Bonheur is the nature festival organized every year by the city of Levallois-Perret. For its 20th edition, the event goes all out with a Mexico-inspired theme and plenty of free activities for kids and adults alike. Meet us at Parc de la Planchette for the weekend of May 29–31, 2026.

Family-friendly deal: the kids’ scene is booming at Virage, a free night out to party like the grown-ups.

Saturday, June 6, 2026, the kids' party scene is back at Virage: on the agenda, a family-friendly celebration with a DJ, activities, and a bouncy castle...

Anticipation Festival: the lineup for this edition of Gaîté Lyrique's festive event

From June 18 to 21, 2026, La Gaîté Lyrique will host the third edition of the Anticipation festival, a free event that aims to raise public awareness of the various ecological challenges through exhibitions, screenings, performances, concerts, and workshops... Here’s what to expect.

Été du Canal 2026 : plages et activités nautiques pour se baigner et se rafraîchir Canal Summer 2026: beaches and water activities to take a dip and cool off

With the summer heat in full swing, what's better than a refreshing dip in the pool, the wading pool, or—even for the luckiest among us—the sea? No matter what, if you’re a Francilien, you’re in luck: l'Été du Canal brings the beach to Paris and the Île-de-France region all summer long. Here’s where and when you can splash around during the holidays.

Nature Festival in Moret-Loing-et-Orvanne 2026, a festive and free weekend

La Fête de la Nature returns to Moret-Loing-et-Orvanne on May 23–24, 2026. Activities, workshops, a plant swap, a nature-themed concert and a nature village await you for a free weekend in the heart of Seine-et-Marne.

Nature Festival in L'Isle-Adam 2026, a free must-see in Val-d'Oise

Nature Festival 2026 comes to La Rosière Park in L'Isle-Adam, Val-d'Oise, this Saturday, May 23, 2026. On the program: nature stalls, biodiversity discovery, and activities for children, all free of charge.

Paris Plages 2026: the free program all summer long at the Bassin de la Villette

For Paris Plages, the Bassin de la Villette is back in service: from July 4 to August 30, 2026, it will host free activities for young and old, but above all, a charming swimming spot.

A guinguette and free apéro-concerts all summer, in a shepherd's barn in the Yvelines.

This summer, like the many that have come before, the National Rambouillet Sheep Farm is gearing up for a wonderful summer season built around a program that is family-friendly, welcoming, and festive. Expect pre-dinner aperitifs, concerts, a guinguette vibe that’s laid-back and unpretentious: could this be the recipe for happiness?

This free beauty pop-up is offering Danse avec les Stars masterclasses for Mother's Day 2026

On the occasion of Mother's Day, Saturday, May 23, 2026, a free beauty pop-up sets the tempo with dance masterclasses led by iconic figures from Dancing with the Stars. The lineup also includes a photocall and makeup stations to extend the experience, all to be shared as a duo with your mom, right in the heart of Paris. Registration opens this Tuesday, May 12 at 10:00 AM.

Vietnam 2026 is here: the Vietnamese Food Market and Book Festival return to Paris' 5th arrondissement.

The Ici Vietnam festival returns for its sixth edition on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at Place Monge in Paris’s 5th arrondissement. On the program: Vietnamese gastronomy, literature, roundtables, and a DJ set, with free admission.

YALLÄ YALLÄ FEST 2026: a circular fashion festival featuring concerts and creative workshops in Paris

Le YALLÄ YALLÄ FEST returns to Paris on July 4–5, 2026, at La Bellevilloise (20th arrondissement) for a second edition devoted to circular fashion. On the menu: 50 exhibitors mixing thrifted fashion, upcycling and design, 20 artists and DIY workshops to mend, customize and create differently. Between live concerts, DJ sets and performances, two days to hunt for finds, vibe, and shop more consciously.

Visit a fire station for free: 2026 open house dates

Paris and Île-de-France fire stations open their doors for free to aspiring firefighters on sunny days. Plan a visit on select Saturdays and Sundays throughout the year (depending on the station) for an immersive glimpse into the life of firefighters.

Fête de la Marguerite au Vésinet 2026 : animations, concerts et guinguette au Parc des Ibis translates to: Daisy Festival in Le Vésinet 2026: activities, concerts and a guinguette at Parc des Ibis

The Daisy Festival blooms again at Parc des Ibis in Le Vésinet, with a 2026 edition framed by the Fête de la Musique. Green activities, lake boat rides, games, dancing, concerts and treats mark this family-friendly day. Join us from 10 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. to kick off summer in style!

The educational farm at Mantes-la-Jolie (78), a free, rural outing in the Yvelines region

In Mantes-la-Jolie, in the Yvelines département, there's an educational farm hidden away on Ile l'Aumône. Free and open to all, it's a great opportunity to take a stroll and discover the animals!