Kindergarten criterion: 3-5 years

Square Séverine, the 20th arrondissement’s green lung and a must-visit space at Porte de Bagnolet.

Porte de Bagnolet district, in the 20th arrondissement, Square Séverine has become the neighborhood’s go-to park: a place to live, to play, to dream, to stroll...

Charivari at the Village 2026: carnival, torchlight procession and community dance in Cergy (95)

From September 26 to 27, 2026, Charivari, Cergy’s festive event, is back! On the program: a torchlight procession, a carnival and a public dance, along with plenty of free activities open to everyone.

Unusual: in Port Cergy, a tray race puts kids and adults to the test

Run as fast as you can with a tray full of water glasses: that’s the premise of the Tray Race held in Port Cergy. It’s a free event open to kids as young as three and to adults alike.

Fête à Neuneu 2026: The funfair returns to the Bois de Boulogne starting this Friday.

La Fête à Neuneu returns to the Bois de Boulogne in Paris, from August 28 to October 11, 2026. Thrill rides, attractions for kids, and free parades bring this back-to-school fair to life, opening with a charity evening in support of the firefighters.

Wheelbarrow Festival in Pierrefitte-sur-Seine (93): a floral parade and free activities for the start of the school year

Sunday, September 6, 2026, the flower-filled wheelbarrows take to the streets of Pierrefitte-sur-Seine. This event, organized by the Jardins Ouvriers des Joncherolles, blends gardening, floral decorations, and a parade to the Town Hall.

The magic of childhood: the family funfair returns to Rueil-Malmaison (92) this September.

From September 4 to 27, 2026, the Féerie des Enfants comes to Rueil-Malmaison. For several weeks, rides and activities will welcome families on the forecourt of the Town Hall and on Place du 11-Novembre.

The Real Story of Santa Claus: the immersive show returns to the Grand Hotel of Dreams

From November 21, 2026 to January 3, 2027, the Grand Hôtel des Rêves welcomes a very special guest... Santa Claus! Experience an immersion into the heart of the story of the most beloved bearded figure among children this winter in Paris.

Yerevan Garden, the square on the banks of the Seine named in homage to the Armenian genocide

Along the Parisian banks of the Seine, the Erevan Garden is one of the leafy promenades featured on this charming Parisian stroll. A pleasant garden, named in memory of and in tribute to the Armenians.

The 2-to-6-year-old City of Children reopens its doors in Paris for a playful, immersive experience.

After a year of renovations, the Children's City for ages 2–6 reopens on June 9, 2026 at the City of Science and Industry, with a redesigned space to accompany the youngest visitors in their first discoveries.

The Jardin des Champs-Elysées, a mosaic of 12 historic parks along the famed avenue

From the Champs-Élysées, people mainly know the avenue, the stage for countless milestones in the history of France and Paris. Lesser known, its gardens are worth a detour and offer a greener pause around the clock.

The Queen's Promenade on the Cours de la Reine, a former royal promenade frequented by Marie de Médicis

Along the Parisian banks of the Seine, a tree-lined promenade invites you to unwind: and no wonder, for more than 400 years this walkway has stood the test of time. In the past, it was the royal family who enjoyed it; today, the area is open to everyone, 24/7.

Vietnamese parade in the 13th arrondissement: the September 2026 gathering in Paris

The Vietnamese cultural parade in Paris’s 13th arrondissement finally goes ahead after a heatwave-related postponement. This free, high-spirited procession will run from Avenue d’Ivry to Place d’Italie on Saturday, September 12, 2026. So we’re pulling out the calendar for this festive, immersive outing.

Back-to-school season in Paris: hands-on museums and family-friendly educational exhibitions

It's back-to-school season: after two months of summer break spent enjoying a bit of intellectual downtime, it's time to hit the books again. On Wednesdays and weekends, educational and hands-on museums are perfect for a family outing with the kids.

Family-friendly outings exploring space, the sky, and astronauts to discover together.

Whether you’re aiming to conquer space or simply enjoy playing at being an aspiring astronaut, Paris and the Île-de-France region offer a wealth of outings to learn everything about space, the planets, and astronomy.

Science Festival 2026 in Courbevoie: the Atmosphères Festival blends cinema, the arts and sciences

From October 7 to 11, 2026, the Fête de la Science comes to Courbevoie with the Atmosphères Festival. Free and open to all, this gathering dedicated to cinema, the arts, and the sciences invites attendees to explore environmental and social challenges through a variety of formats.

Square Léon Serpollet, the hidden green oasis in the heart of Paris's 18th arrondissement

Situated in the Clignancourt district, Square Léon Serpollet is one of those hidden gems locals know well. A green oasis tucked inside a very urban area, to be discovered on a particularly pleasant stroll.

The House of Insects: a family-friendly museum to learn everything about little critters.

Located in Carrières-sous-Poissy, inside the Parc du Peuple de l’herbe, the Insect House invites visitors to discover live insects and their role in biodiversity. Open year‑round on a calendar adapted to school holidays, it offers a permanent exhibition along with workshops and activities for families.

Saint-Lubin Festival in Rambouillet (78): period parade and quirky animations, in October

As on the first Saturday of every October, the town of Rambouillet is busy gearing up for the 2026 edition of Saint-Lubin. Traditional festivities eagerly anticipated throughout the Yvelines.

The Star Park in Triel-sur-Seine (78): a hub for discovering astronomy and space

Located in Triel-sur-Seine, in the Yvelines department, Parc aux Étoiles is a scientific facility devoted to astronomy, space exploration, and the sciences of the Universe. Open to the public year-round according to a program of visits and activities, it offers exhibitions, a planetarium, and public observing evenings accessible to all.

Science Festival 2026: a science village in Savigny-le-Temple (77)

From October 2 to 12, 2026, Fête de la Science is back across France, including in Seine-et-Marne. In Savigny-le-Temple, this free event invites the public to explore science through activities, workshops, and encounters with local players in the science culture scene.