Kindergarten criterion: 3-5 years

Saint-Denis Open Farm: a nature escape for families near Paris

The open farm in Saint-Denis is like an oasis in the middle of the city: just a few minutes' walk from metro line 13, it's a place where nature seems to have reclaimed its rights, with fields full of vegetables, large greenhouses and, above all, animals.

Seine-et-Marne: the guinguette — a riverside terrace on the Loing with a view of the medieval castle has reopened.

La Terrasse du Moulin de Nemours, an open-air guinguette-terrace on the banks of the Loing, has reopened for the 2026 season in Seine-et-Marne. A bar, an open-air food market and views of the medieval castle await you.

Avon'Ânes, stroll and stroke donkeys just steps from Fontainebleau-Avon station.

In the beautiful Domaine de Bel Ebat, the Avon'Ânes association cares for rescued donkeys and invites you to go for a ride with them.

Yvelines: a park designated as a natural site and its historic island cloaked in wisteria

In the Yvelines, just a short stroll from the RER A, the Parc des Ibis du Vésinet reveals, in late April to early May 2026, its Chinese wisterias in full bloom around a large lake designated a natural site since 1934. We went to explore it, and it’s a true feast for the eyes and a perfect place to recharge.

Val d'Oise: a new light trail planned on the Île de loisirs de Cergy-Pontoise

An immersive light festival in Val-d'Oise? That's what awaits us from All Saints' Day 2026 to the February 2027 holidays, on the Île de loisirs de Cergy-Pontoise. We'll tell you everything.

Weekend at Beauval: we tested Les Pagodes and the 2026 updates as a family with two teens

Weekend at Beauval with the family: our review of the Pagodes and the 2026 updates with two teenagers, between an immersive hotel, new territories and the park’s key moments.

Seine-et-Marne: this Royal Garden, listed as a Remarkable Garden, unfolds its sublime rhododendrons with free admission

In Seine-et-Marne, the gardens of the Château de Fontainebleau are in full bloom this spring 2026, showcasing their rhododendron beds. A 130-hectare royal park, listed as a Remarkable Garden, free to enter—you can run, you can dash around (and you can picnic).

Flower weekend at Moulin Jaune: do as you please in this extraordinary and remarkable garden.

Slava Polunin’s renowned garden reopens its doors on May 16 and 17, 2026 in Crécy-la-Chapelle, Seine-et-Marne, for a flower-filled weekend of costumes and picnics along the Grand Morin.

Château-Musée de Nemours : discover this little-known medieval fortress, a unique gem in Île-de-France

Rare urban medieval castle in Île-de-France, the Château-Musée de Nemours reopened its doors this April with the exhibition "Paysages d'eau" ("Water Landscapes"), just a stone's throw from the Loing, its free-access gardens, and a Natura 2000–listed island. It’s the transportive discovery that’s well worth the detour.

Foulée de Paris Centre: family-friendly running in the heart of Paris

Attention, athletes, even Sunday runners! The Paris Centre Run returns for another edition on May 31, 2026, with family-friendly races ranging from 300 m to 1.3 km, 4.2 km, 5.6 km and 7 km. A great active outing for kids and their parents, for all ages.

Montereau Fair 2026 is free, the Saint-Parfait Fair celebrates Canada in Seine-et-Marne

The Saint-Parfait Fair kicks off again at the Parc des Noues in Montereau-Fault-Yonne, Seine-et-Marne, for its 185th edition. With over 200 exhibitors, a host of activities, and Canadian cuisine on the menu, the event runs from April 17 to 20, 2026.

New Friends on Puffin Rock: the trailer for Cartoon Saloon's animated feature

Discover the trailer for New Friends on Puffin Rock, Cartoon Saloon's animated film adapted from the Netflix series, in theaters June 3, 2026 for ages 3 and up.

Songkran Festival 2026 at Wat Pho Paris in Essonne: the free Thai New Year program

Heading to Breux-Jouy, in Essonne, to celebrate Songkran, the Thai New Year, at the Wat Pho Paris temple. A free, festive, immersive day to enjoy this Sunday, April 19, 2026 — let’s go!

Admire them all: Pokémon take center stage in a playful and nostalgic exhibition at the Musée en Herbe

The Musée en Herbe marks Pokémon’s 30th anniversary with an exhibition that is as artistic as it is playful, on view from April 16 to September 6, 2026.

Colors Festival returns to Paris with the street-art exhibition Colors Ligth, spanning 700 m², featuring the photos

The Colors Festival returns to Paris after a three-year hiatus and sets up in the 15th arrondissement with Colors Light, a new immersive exhibition exploring blacklight and urban art, opening from April 16 to July 26, 2026.

A free day to attend sheep shearing with the family in Paris.

On Wednesday, April 15, 2026, two spots in Paris invite kids and adults alike to the farm’s annual event: sheep shearing.

Mochi cookies? The quirky pop-up tea room in Paris

Agatto, the 11th‑arrondissement home of artisanal daifuku, is reopening its doors for an unprecedented pop-up from April 17 to 19, 2026. On the menu: a mochi‑cookie pairing by Marine Zerbib, and artworks to admire.

Attend a historic air event, May 23–24 in Essonne

On Saturday, May 23 and Sunday, May 24, 2026, the Cerny-la-Ferté-Alais airfield (91) will host Le Temps des Hélices, a historic air show with a host of activities.

Holidays: a free children's funfair at a shopping mall in Île-de-France.

A shopping center in the Yvelines puts families front and center by installing its traditional fair, from April 18 to May 3, right in the heart of its shopping space. A fantastic deal for families looking for free activities during the Easter holidays!

Discover a charming, kid-friendly square with a playground for children in the 20th arrondissement.

Nestled amid a cluster of buildings in the Pyrénées district, the Salamander Square offers a welcome green retreat.