What to do in paris with children

Science Show « Let There Be Light! »: a science show at the Musée des Arts et Métiers

The Science Show “Let There Be Light!” is scheduled for Sunday, October 25, 2026, at 3 p.m. at the Musée des Arts et Métiers. The October 24 session has been canceled.

2026 All Saints’ school holidays at the Cité de l’Économie: games, workshops and Halloween with the family in Paris

From October 17 to November 1, 2026, the Cité de l'Économie in Paris’s 17th arrondissement offers games, workshops, immersive tours and Halloween activities for families with children aged 6 and up.

VIBRATION: an immersive contemporary dance performance inside a circus

VIBRATION, the immersive show that blends dance, circus, theatre, original music, and 360° visuals into a narrative centered on emotions. More than 30 artists participate in this Solar Creation–led production, where the different disciplines intersect as the staging unfolds. Don’t miss it from November 6 to 21, 2026 at Cirque Théâtre Bormann!

Autumn half-term holidays 2026 at the City of Architecture: workshops and family tours

During the All Saints' Day holidays, the Cité de l'architecture in Paris offers workshops, storytelling tours, camps, and detective-style activities for children and families from October 17 to November 1, 2026.

The Eiffel Tower in virtual reality: relive its construction and the 1889 World’s Fair on the Champ de Mars

Discover the immersive, virtual-reality guided tour of the Eiffel Tower in Paris, brought to you by Viality Tour. Delve into the construction and unveiling of the Iron Lady in 1889, an experience endorsed by the Association of Gustave Eiffel’s Descendants. During the All Saints’ holidays, we’ve got a promo code for you!

Montreal? No—actually: Paris Motor Show 2026 with kids: Miraculous and the activities to look out for

Miraculous encounters, road-safety courses and activities at the booths: here are the must-see events to plan for a family visit to the 2026 Paris Motor Show, from October 13 to 18 in Paris.

Bubbles & Marbles in Paris: the place that thrills kids and parents in the heart of the 9th arrondissement!

Bulles & Billes is a 400 m² play space designed for children aged 0 to 11 and their parents, featuring seven immersive play bubbles catering to every child's needs, a café serving local products, and a Saturday evening aperitif. In October, Bulles & Billes goes Halloween mode!

Contemporary art takes over the Cité de l'architecture: four exhibitions to discover at the Trocadéro

From October 16, 2026 to January 3, 2027, the Cité de l'architecture in Paris hosts four exhibitions spanning contemporary art, sculpture, and sustainable architecture.

Maison Ghibli: 2026 pop-up at Les Halles, opening hours and what’s new

The official Ghibli House pop-up store is back in Paris, in the Halles district. New plush toys, Japanese ceramics, and Joe Hisaishi vinyl records await discovery from October 17, 2026 to January 3, 2027.

All Saints’ Day holidays 2026: the Pumpkin Festival returns to the Saint-Denis Farm

La Ferme de Gally in Saint-Denis is staging a fresh edition of its Pumpkin Festival for the All Saints' Day holidays and Halloween 2026. What's on the program?

Mondial de l’Auto 2026: extraordinary cars, gaming, entertainment and a DJ… coming to Paris in October

Craving a break from the usual exhibitions and cinema screens? From October 13 to 18, 2026, the Paris Motor Show returns to Paris Expo Porte de Versailles. Here you can check out the latest models from major manufacturers and pause in front of some truly standout cars. On site you can also play, listen to live music… and even take a spin behind the wheel. Shape your visit to fit your mood—solo, with a partner, with friends, or with the kids.

Pop Art Car 2.0: a free exhibition blending pop art, design and digital culture on the Champs-Élysées

From September 24, 2026 to January 31, 2027, pop art car 2.0 takes over Renault’s showcase on the Champs-Élysées, at 53 Avenue des Champs-Élysées in Paris. With a mix of historical works, never-before-seen digital pieces and automobiles, this free exhibition brings together artists Sébastien Preschoux, Popay, Victor Vasarely and Julio Le Parc. Not to mention the all-new show car, the Renault 8 Gordini Concept, unveiled in a world premiere.

Science Festival 2026: a weekend of games and experiments at the Cité des Sciences

La Fête de la Science takes over the Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie and offers a wide range of diverse and varied activities for the weekend of October 3 and 4, 2026. We're heading there to experiment, learn, and have fun, whatever your age. Discover the program.

Halloween 2026 at the Paris Zoological Park: thrills and animals on the program

For Halloween 2026, the Paris Zoological Park invites families to discover animals in a new way with a special program during the All Saints’ Day holidays. Shows, meet-and-greets and activities around creatures that frighten will be on the agenda.

Cancelled: Science Festival 2026 at Paris Nanterre University

Due to the movements by high school and university students, the 2026 Science Festival at Université Paris Nanterre has been canceled.

Fête de la Science 2026 at Université Paris Cité: the must-attend events you won’t want to miss!

From Thursday, October 1 to Monday, October 12, Université Paris Cité celebrates the Science Festival! This year’s theme, “Scholarly Flavors,” shines a light on a program that features no fewer than 80 free events—just as original and playful as they are educational: interactive workshops, lab tours, roundtables, and even a theatre performance!

Cergy Soit 2026 : the free circus festival is back this weekend

Cergy Soit! is celebrating its 28th edition in the Cergy-Pontoise metropolitan area, in Val-d'Oise. This international festival of street arts and circus brings together more than 40 companies and 200 artists for a free-to-the-public showcase, on September 19 and 20, 2026.

FRASQUES, the Galactik Ensemble’s acrobatic circus show, delightfully bonkers, at Théâtre Silvia Monfort

Between catastrophes, gags and poetry, the wildly daring acrobats of the Galactik Ensemble premiere at Théâtre Silvia Monfort their new show Frasques, delivering a high-voltige circus filled with humor and tenderness, on stage from October 8 to 17, 2026. Suitable for ages 7 and up, the performance works equally well for a family outing or for discovering contemporary circus with friends.

Jardin21, season 2026: a week of celebration, nature and cultural discoveries at the heart of Parc de la Villette

In September, Jardin21—the festive, plant-filled community hub perched along the Canal de l’Ourcq in Paris’s 19th arrondissement—lengthens the season with a rich, varied lineup. Take the chance to savor these sunny days: bold community initiatives, gardening workshops, youth activities, lively evenings, a yoga session... It’s all there to escape the bustle without leaving the city. Free admission.

Science Festival 2026 in Paris: hands-on experiments and guided tours at the Collège de France

The Science Festival is back from October 2 to 12, 2026! Across France, a wide array of free events for all ages will showcase scientific culture, including at the Collège de France, whose doors will be open to everyone on Saturday, October 3.