Unusual activity child family guide

Thoiry Lumières Sauvages 2025-2026, immerse yourself in the enchanted dance of spirits.

Looking for a magical winter outing? Head to Yvelines to discover the new edition of Thoiry Lumières Sauvages and its mysterious Bal des Esprits. From October 17, 2025, to March 8, 2026, this 8th edition takes us into the world of spirits and Dia de los Muertos celebrations.

The funny toy factory: create your own stuffed animal in Santa's secret workshop

Join Santa's elves and create your own stuffed animal in his secret workshop with this temporary experience at the Imaginarium in Lagny-sur-Marne. Available from November 22, 2025, to January 4, 2026.

Playground Kids at the Grand Palais Immersif: XXL interactive games for family challenges

This fall, the Grand Palais Immersif is transforming into a giant playground with PLAYGROUND KIDS! From October 18 to November 2, then from November 8 to 11, 2025, young and old alike can immerse themselves in XXL interactive adventures, from Demon Hunt to Damier Battle, Mission Martians and Histo'Cartes. A 100% immersive experience to get moving, think and take on challenges with the whole family!

The Museum of Illusions in Paris: the must-visit spot for this winter!

The Museum of Illusions, located in the heart of Paris's 1st arrondissement near Châtelet-Les Halles, is the perfect spot for family outings or outings with friends. Get ready for a one-of-a-kind, immersive experience as you explore the captivating world of illusions, where your senses will be completely challenged... And there's more exciting news: starting February 6th, the museum will be opening its doors for evening sessions.

Paint Invaders: our review of the unique immersive and fluorescent art experience in Paris

Immerse yourself in Paint Invaders, Paris's new immersive and fluorescent art center. This 800 m² artistic experience invites you to explore a futuristic universe and create your own work using the Action Painting technique. Located opposite the Grand Rex, this creative and fun activity opens its doors on October 24, 2025, for a total immersion in fluorescent painting.

Unusual: climb aboard Santa's steam train near Provins (77) in December 2025

This Christmas 2025, in Longueville, not far from Provins, in the Seine-et-Marne region, Santa Claus is said to have swapped his sleigh for a train. Just 7 kilometers from Provins, this event promises an afternoon of enchantment, to say the least. Are you with us?

A free circus weekend at the Académie Fratellini: a family outing near Paris

The Académie Fratellini reopens its doors on October 4 and 5, 2025 with a great free circus weekend in Seine-Saint-Denis: shows, brass bands, workshops and foodtrucks, a family outing close to Paris not to be missed.

Fête de la Science 2025: a host of events at the Exploradôme in Vitry-sur-Seine (94)

During the Fête de la Science on October 10 and 11, 2025, the Exploradôme in Vitry-sur-Seine will be opening its doors to the whole family for a wide range of scientific activities.

Animal Walk in Paris: free parade, open to dogs, cats... on the Champs-Élysées

From purring to neighing, the capital will be beating the beat... on all fours! Dogs, cats, horses and the whole menagerie will parade from the Champs-Élysées traffic circle to the Arc de Triomphe for the Paris Animal Walk on Sunday, October 5, 2025. Free and open to all, this event will bring the Champs-Élysées to... animal speed!

A free art treasure hunt for children at Hôtel Drouot

Children of all ages are invited to Hôtel Drouot for a free, one-of-a-kind treasure hunt for an Italian work of art on Wednesday, September 17, 2025.

Fables Immersives: an immersive journey to the heart of La Fontaine's Fables near the Champs-Elysées

An immersive experience that brings Jean de La Fontaine's famous fables to life, that's the promise of "Fables Immersives". This cultural journey awaits us from September 6, 2025, in the 8th arrondissement of Paris, not far from the famous Champs-Elysées avenue.

Les Mériévales: the medieval festival at Mériel in Val-d'Oise (95), the program

This autumn, Mériel turns its back on asphalt and brings out its coats of mail for the Mériévales! On September 13 and 14, 2025, storytelling, coats of mail, taverns and acrobats take over the banks of the River Oise (95) for a life-size medieval weekend!

Les Vedettes de Paris open-air cinema overlooking the Eiffel Tower - films and reservations

Vedettes de Paris, the iconic company of the Seine, launches the second edition of its open-air cinema-flotant from August 20 to 24, 2025. We reveal the program.

Carve your own bas-relief at an introductory stone-cutting workshop in the Marais.

In a workshop in the heart of the Marais district, learn the art of stone carving from passionate craftsman Grégory Philippe. In just two hours, become a builder for a day and leave with your own hand-carved bas-relief.

Nage ta Seine 2025: buoy racing and open-water swimming in the Ile Saint-Denis park (93)

On Saturday, September 6, 2025, the second edition of Nage ta Seine arrives at the Parc de l'Ile Saint-Denis, for its famous buoy races and open-water swimming!

La Maison des Histoires: an immersive place to marvel at with the whole family, at Bastille

From July 9, 2025, the Maison des Histoires will open its doors in the Bastille district, allowing the general public to immerse themselves in the imaginary world of children's books from l'école des loisirs.

Unusual: a diving and apnea center in Villeneuve-la-Garenne (92)

Did you know? In Villeneuve-la-Garenne, you can try your hand at scuba diving, either during a baptism or a training session.

Dinos Alive: the immersive dinosaur experience comes to Paris this summer - our photos

What if Jurassic Park came to Paris? From June 14, 2025, plunge into the world of dinosaurs at Porte de Versailles, with an immersive experience combining virtual reality, life-size dinos and fun areas for the whole family.

Sleep with the wolves, a night in a comfortable bivouac in the heart of the Rambouillet forest (78)

Want to sleep up close to wolves and deer? This summer, Espace Rambouillet is offering a night's bivouac in the middle of the forest, for a rare and magical immersion in the heart of wildlife.

Custom Jewelry Design Studio in Paris

Experience a one-of-a-kind adventure by crafting your own jewelry — from bracelets and necklaces to phone charms and keychains — all within a charming Kawaii-inspired setting. Located near the Arc de Triomphe and the Champs-Élysées, My Nice Bracelet is the perfect studio-shop to create a unique Parisian keepsake, celebrate a special occasion (bachelorette party, birthday), or host a team-building activity. You can also explore a second location just steps from the Louvre Palace.