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Where to hunt for bargains this Tuesday, July 14, 2026? Flea markets and yard sales in Paris and Île-de-France

Public holiday, summer skies and a taste for treasure-hunting. This Tuesday, July 14, 2026, flea markets and garage sales also set up shop in Paris and Île-de-France, alongside the National Day festivities.

National Dog Week 2026: the schedule of canine events in Paris and Île-de-France

National Dog Week is coming to Paris and Île-de-France from September 26 to October 4, 2026, with a host of activities and events for dogs and their owners.

Open-air cinema in Paris’s 16th arrondissement: two free screenings with complimentary popcorn — the program

This summer, Paris's 16th arrondissement unfurls its screen beneath the trees. Two free screenings will take place at the Jardin du Ranelagh on July 8 and 16, 2026, to enjoy the seventh art in a bucolic setting.

C.A.P.S 2026: The lineup for Clichy’s XXL urban art festival

The town of Clichy becomes a giant museum for the new edition of C.A.P.S, the urban art festival. Mark your calendars from June 27 to December 12, 2026 for an even more incredible sixth edition!

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.

Summer Garden 2026: the free festival is back at the Quai Branly Museum.

Jardin d’été is back at the Musée du Quai Branly from July 4 to August 2, 2026, with free activities, workshops, storytelling, strolls, quizzes, and outdoor cinema.

Free outdoor cinema at the Musée du Quai Branly: the 2026 lineup

Outdoor cinema returns for free at the Musée du Quai Branly from July 9 to August 2, 2026, with a program exploring the animal world, as part of Jardin d’été.

Paris Under the Stars: Free stargazing in the city’s parks this summer, 2026

Paris Under the Stars is back from June 27 to September 5, 2026. The French Astronomical Association organizes in the capital a series of stargazing evenings across various Parisian parks and gardens.

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: Dates for the next 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 aimed at raising public awareness of the many environmental challenges through exhibitions, screenings, performances, concerts, workshops, and more.

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.