Vincennes

Vincennes Carnival 2026: parade, samba bands, stilt walkers, and family-friendly activities

Colors, music, and costumes take over Vincennes on February 14, 2026, for the second edition of the city’s Carnival. This lively event is a must-see in Val-de-Marne (94), just in time for Mardi Gras 2026, offering a fun day out for families and friends alike.

Nights of Reading 2026 in Île-de-France: A Theatre-Style Lecture at Château de Vincennes

Attend a theatrical lecture at Château de Vincennes for the Nuit de la Lecture 2026, happening on January 24th.

Les Foulées de Vincennes 2026: a 10K race and family-friendly runs nestled between the castle and the woods

Kick off your athletic year amidst the greenery of Bois de Vincennes with the return of the famous Foulées. This inclusive race, open to all, takes place on Sunday, February 8, 2026. With options spanning a leisurely 5 km course, a competitive 10 km run, and special events for children around the castle, the event promises a friendly atmosphere that combines urban energy with nature’s charm.

The Light Odyssey at the Floral Park: Last Days of the Experience with a Drone Show

The Luminary Odyssey is still shining bright at Paris’s Parc Floral, in the 12th arrondissement, through January 11, 2026. This year’s edition features no fewer than 1,000 towering lanterns, a dazzling drone show, and breathtaking northern lights in an expansive immersive journey. Here’s everything you need to know.

Christmas 2025 in Vincennes: Christmas market, ice rinks and entertainment - dates

Vincennes celebrates Christmas from December 5, 2025, to January 7, 2026! What's on the program? The traditional Christmas market with its unique gift ideas, an ice rink where you can show off your best moves, horse-drawn carriage rides and enchanted parades, and even the famous Christmas carols.

The 2026 Winter Paris Crossing in Vintage Vehicles: A Classic Car Ride Through the Capital

Attention vintage and car enthusiasts—the winter vintage car parade across Paris is making a comeback on Sunday, January 25, 2026, for its 26th edition. Don't miss this unique and lively event hosted by Vincennes en Anciennes!

Christmas 2025: an ice rink on the outskirts of Paris, in Vincennes (94)

Get your skates on! This Christmas 2025, Vincennes is delighting young and old alike with an open-air ice rink on the esplanade of the Town Hall. See you there from December 5, 2025, to January 4, 2026!

Top tip: demonstration and introduction to the art of weaving with the Fugues workshop in Vincennes

In Vincennes, Morgane le Norcy opens the doors of her workshop for demonstrations and introductions to weaving using 100% natural materials. Participants discover the artisanal process behind her unique creations and leave with their own handmade piece.

Contes et Histoires 2025: magical entertainment in the courtyard of wonders at the Château de Vincennes

For the latest edition of the Contes et Histoires event, the Château de Vincennes invites young and old alike to enjoy a magical holiday from December 20, 2025, to January 5, 2026.

Monument Jeu d'Enfant 2025: a journey back to the Middle Ages at Château de Vincennes (94)

Head to the Château de Vincennes for the Monument Jeu d'Enfant event on October 18 and 19, 2025. On the program for these two days are various workshops and games to help you discover this Val-de-Marne château in a fun way!

Heritage Days 2025: weekend events at Château de Vincennes (94)

For the 42nd Journées du Patrimoine, the Château de Vincennes, home to Europe's tallest dungeon, awaits you for a cultural discovery of this medieval monument on the weekend of September 20 and 21, 2025.

Heritage Days 2025 in Vincennes (94): program of visits and events in the town

The town of Vincennes invites you to discover its treasures during the Journées du Patrimoine 2025. This weekend, September 20 and 21, set out to conquer the nuggets of this Val-de-Marne commune on the outskirts of Paris.

Asian Street Food Festival at the Grande Pagode de Vincennes, back-to-school edition postponed!

Attention, this edition is postponed! For fans of Asian cuisine and street food in particular, head to the Grande Pagode de Paris Vincennes on Saturday September 6 and Sunday September 7, 2025, to fill up on exotic dishes from Japan to Vietnam, via Thailand and China of course. It's a gourmet and convivial festival to take your taste buds on a journey to Asia. Admission is free with registration.

Journées du Patrimoine 2025: the Service Historique de la Défense in Vincennes (94) celebrates its 20th anniversary

The military archives of the French Ministry of the Armed Forces are opening their doors to us on September 20 and 21, 2025, on the occasion of the Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days), to reveal a few of history's secrets... This year's program is marked by the 20th anniversary of this service located in Vincennes, in the Val-de-Marne region of France.

Vincennes: a big party to inaugurate the territorial skatepark

Do you live in or near Vincennes and are you a keen skateboarder? On Saturday, September 13, 2025, the Val-de-Marne town will be inaugurating its territorial skatepark. To mark the occasion, we're planning a 100% urban celebration, with demos and initiations, competitions, concerts and DJ sets.

Odysséa Paris 2025: the race against breast cancer at Château de Vincennes

Come and run for a good cause at the Château de Vincennes, Odysséa returns on October 4 and 5, 2025, to launch the Pink October campaign. Athletes of all ages are invited to take part in this race, which supports the fight against breast cancer.

Heritage Days: guided tours of the Banque de France in Vincennes

The Banque de France in Vincennes will be opening its doors on September 20, 2025 for the Journées du Patrimoine, an opportunity to discover its history and missions.

Le Dôme, aquatic center with fitness and wellness area, in Vincennes (94)

An aquatic complex where you can swim, work out and splash around: that's what the Dôme de Vincennes, an aquatic center for all, has to offer.

Vincennes Estival Club: a festive summer at the Château de Vincennes, final days

This summer, the City of Vincennes is transforming its château into an open-access summer club! Join us from July 14 to August 3, 2025 to discover the Vincennes Estival Club. What's on the program? Open-air concerts, sports activities, an aqua-ludic area and DJ Sets. Don't miss the final days of the event, including a free concert by Jérémy Frérot.

Traversée de Paris estivale en véhicules d'époque 2025, this Sunday

The Traversée de Paris estivale in classic and vintage cars returns this Sunday, July 20, 2025. For this summer edition, 700 vehicles over 30 years old from 11 European countries are expected to take to the streets of Paris, discovering a number of historic places!