What to do in paris in summer guide

La Guinguette de Vaires-sur-Marne: a friendly spot on the banks of the Marne this summer 2025 (77)

From June 6, 2025, an ephemeral guinguette will be set up on the waterfront in Vaires-sur-Marne for the whole summer. A festive atmosphere, seasonal cuisine and entertainment for all await you for bucolic and convivial afternoons and evenings in Seine-et-Marne!

La Guinguette de Cergy: the place to eat and party this summer 2025 in Val-d'Oise (95)

Residents of Val-d'Oise, the Guinguette de Cergy is back this summer, from May 17 to September 14, 2025, in the park of the Maison Anne et Gérard Philipe, for a drink and free festive entertainment!

Paris en Seine: a giant karaoke, free and open to all on the Place du Châtelet this summer

A birthday is a time for singing, of course! Come and have fun and show off your talents with a giant karaoke, on the Place du Châtelet, on July 26, 2025, on the occasion of the anniversary animations of the Paris Olympics.

Paris en Seine: kayak and paddle down the Seine to relive the spirit of the 2024 Olympics

One year after the great celebration of the Paris 2024 Olympics, the City of Paris is organizing a great kayak and paddle trip down the Seine to take us back into that festive and popular atmosphere this summer.

Paris en Seine: festive entertainment in the Paris 2024 Olympic fan zones this summer

One year after the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, the City is back at it again with "Paris en Seine", a festive, free summer program in every corner of the capital. From parks to sports facilities, the former sites of celebration come back to life to bring the Olympic spirit to life throughout the summer of 2025.

The Louis Lumière free open-air swimming pool in Paris for summer 2025

A free swimming pool in Paris' 20th arrondissement? As it does every year, the Mairie de Paris is setting up free outdoor swimming pools to refresh and entertain you. We're off to discover the one at the Centre sportif Louis Lumière on the Porte de Bagnolet side, from July 5 to August 31, 2025.

The free Georges Carpentier open-air swimming pool returns to Paris for summer 2025

In the family of good summer deals in Paris, we note the free swimming pool at the Centre Sportif Geoges Carpentier in the 13th arrondissement. Once again this year, from July 5 to August 17, 2025, an open-air swimming pool open to all is set up for you to swim for free.

The free Léo Lagrange swimming pool in the 12th arrondissement of Paris is back for summer 2025.

A free swimming pool for all in Paris in summer 2025? It exists, at the Léo Lagrange sports center in the 12th arrondissement. From July 5 to August 31, 2025, this sports center will be hosting a large, free outdoor pool for young and old alike.

Free bathing on the Canal Saint-Martin returns for summer 2025

Free bathing in Paris's Canal Saint-Martin? It's possible again. Put on your swimsuit or shorts and cool off for free from July 5 to August 31, 2025.

La Guinguette des Étangs de Corot: the festive waterside terrace returns

How about a trip back in time to Ville d'Avray? The charming Hôtel des Etangs de Corot transforms its terrace into a summer guinguette for our greatest pleasure. With an idyllic view over the lake and gourmet offerings from Friday to Sunday, it's time to relax in the Hauts-de-Seine, in the heart of this oasis of greenery.

Cinescale 2025: the program for the Montmartre open-air film festival

The Cinescale open-air film festival returns to Montmartre for its 5th edition, on August 20 and 21, 2025. Come and discover short films under the stars of Paris.

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 Jardins du Marais 2025 summer terrace: aperitifs and pétanque in the hotel's XXL courtyard

This summer in Paris, we're betting on the winning combo: sun, cocktails and a hidden terrace. From June 1, 2025, to the end of September, Les Jardins du Marais, the stylish 1,500 m2 big courtyard nestled in the heart of the 11th arrondissement, is the place to go for cool aperitifs, with the added bonus of pétanque and mixology evenings on Thursdays!

The beautiful Jardin des Plantes rose garden unveils its beautiful colors

The Roseraie du Jardin des Plantes, located along the Galerie de Minéralogie, to the right of the Muséum national d'Histoire naturelle or to the left if you're coming from the Seine, is a wonderful place to discover in spring and especially in June. With its 390 species of old and modern roses, it's a magnificent and free rose garden, in addition to the superb rosebushes that stand proudly in front of the Muséum.

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.

Freestyle 2025, the free street culture festival celebrates its 10th anniversary at La Villette

Freestyle, the unmissable street culture festival, is back at La Villette! Dance, street-art, fashion, music, sport... The free street culture festival returns for a new, even more incredible edition, on May 31 and June 1, 2025. Not to be missed!

Ladurée at Pavillon Gravelle: the bucolic tea room and restaurant in the heart of the Bois de Vincennes

In the heart of the Bois de Vincennes, Ladurée Gravelle unfurls its charm in a former Napoleon III pavilion, planted in the middle of a romantic garden, complete with rose bridge and flower-filled swing. A bucolic haven where the art of tea time, brunch and lunch (au vert) can be savored like an enchanted escapade.

Ciné Tarmac 2025: the Musée de l'Air et de l'Espace's summer open-air cinema program

The Musée de l'Air et de l'Espace welcomes Ciné Tarmac: an open-air cinema where you can watch films projected onto a plane! Discover the summer program and enjoy fantastic evenings at the Musée du Bourget, from July 4 to 6, 2025.

Les kiosques en fête, launch of free events in squares and gardens around Paris

Every year, the Mairie de Paris organizes Kiosques en fête, a program of free events in the gardens of Paris. With 40 kiosks offering music, shows, readings, DJ sets and more, from May to December, you're in for a treat! And the new season gets underway at the beginning of May 2025!

The Dame des Arts Rooftop in the heart of the Latin Quarter for a 360° view of Paris

The Rooftop of the Hôtel Dame des Arts, in the heart of the Latin Quarter, offers a 360° view of Paris. This elegant spot offers house cocktails, wines and champagne, from mid-April to end-October 2025, at 4 rue Danton (Paris 6e).