Unusual activity child family guide

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.

Paradox Museum Paris unveils 5 new immersive experiences and a Hans & Gretel Café

Paradox Museum, with almost a hundred interactive installations, offers a captivating journey through trompe-l'œil, optical illusions, and sensory surprises right in the heart of Paris. You'll love being fooled and capturing surreal photos along the way. Five brand-new immersive experiences have been added to the exhibit, so now's the perfect time to challenge your senses! As a bonus, indulge in the brand-new, irresistibly tasty Cafe Hans & Gretel, ready to delight your palate. This December, immerse yourself in the holiday festivities at Paradox Museum with XMAS MINDLIGHT, a dazzling, magical Christmas light experience you won't want to miss!

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.

French Yoyo Championship: an unusual competition and fun initiations for all

Get ready for an unusual and suspenseful competition, where victory hangs by a thread... On Saturday, June 28, 2025, the French yoyo championship will be held at the Maurice Noguès social and cultural center. A free, fun-filled day awaits you!

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 the joy of crafting your own jewelry—bracelets, necklaces, phone charms, or keychains—in a charming universe inspired by Kawaii style. Located near the Arc de Triomphe and the Champs-Élysées, My Nice Bracelet offers a perfect setting to create a unique Parisian keepsake, celebrate a special occasion (bachelorette parties, birthdays), or host a fun team-building activity. Discover also our second boutique just a short walk from the Louvre Palace.

Swing Games: summer challenges at Mad Golf, the indoor mini-golf course in Paris

Put your mini-golfing skills to the test this summer: from June 11 to August 31, 2025, Mad Golf organizes the Swing Games, fun challenges for you and your friends.

The Edge: the highest-rated 4D virtual reality experience in Paris!

The Edge offers ultra-immersive virtual reality experiences for friends, colleagues and family. The "Ganymede" experience plunges us into a science-fiction adventure combined with highly realistic physical sensations. A complete change of scenery guaranteed!

Paris under the stars 2025: observe the sky and the stars in 22 Paris parks this summer

Paris under the stars returns from June 28 to September 13, 2025. In partnership with the Association Française d'Astronomie, the Mairie de Paris organizes sky-watching evenings in various Paris parks and gardens.

Beauty and the Beast, the magical sound and light show at the Château des Cèdres in Montfermeil (93)

In the Seine-Saint-Denis department, northwest of Paris, the town of Montfermeil hosts Beauty and the Beast, a sound and light show based on one of the most famous children's fairy tales, from June 25 to 29, 2025.

The World's Biggest Table returns this weekend in Saint-Ouen, Seine-Saint-Denis (93)

The World's Biggest Table returns to Saint-Denis this Sunday, May 4, 2025. Come and take a seat along rue Eugène Berthoud, and join in this festive record-breaking event, open to all, in good spirits!

50 years of Rubik's Cube: treasure hunt and immersive installation at Galeries Lafayette

The Rubik's Cube, the famous puzzle, invites itself to Galeries Lafayette Champs-Élysées from October 7 to 21, 2024 to celebrate its 50th anniversary, with a giant installation, a treasure hunt and other surprises on the program!

Bubble Planet: the immersive experience in the realm of bubbles finally bursts in Paris

Oooh the beautiful bu-bubbles ... Bubble Planet, the immersive experience that has already conquered Milan, Los Angeles and Brussels, is finally coming to Paris! From March 27, 2025, head for La Villette in the 19th arrondissement, to plunge into a fantastic spherical realm, and travel to the heart of the bubbles through ten themed rooms, governed by the latest technologies in virtual reality, simulation and optical illusions.

Paris fire department open house dates in 2025

The fire stations of Paris and the Île-de-France region open their doors to you free of charge on certain Saturdays and Sundays (depending on the station) throughout the year, giving you the chance to immerse yourself in the life of firefighters in and around the capital.

The Fête Médiévale de Beaumont-sur-Oise 2025 in the Val d'Oise, the program

The Fête Médiévale de Beaumont-sur-Oise awaits you on May 24 and 25, 2025 in the Val d'Oise (95). This free event invites you to take a leap into the past and explore the cultural exchanges between East and West through a variety of events and shows.

Polpo Plage, the beach terrace on the Seine with a marina and electric boats, is back!

Polpo plage awaits you with its deckchairs and straw-hut-style bar from Thursday, April 3, 2025! Enjoy a summery beach terrace with your feet in the sand, plus a marina where you can take a boat ride on the Seine! This year, brasero evenings await you as a bonus.