What to do in seine et marne

Flea markets and rummage sales in Seine-et-Marne on August 1–2, 2026 — 77

Seven flea markets and garage sales are taking place across Seine-et-Marne (77) this weekend, August 1–2, 2026, from Chelles to Aufferville, via Chenoise.

L'Escale Royale, a night on one of our floating suites in La Ferté-sous-Jouarre (77)

Would you like a suite overlooking the Marne? Whether you've got your sea legs or not, Les Escales Royales, this unusual accommodation on the water, offers you the chance to spend a night (or more, if you prefer) in one of its floating suites near La Ferté-sous-Jouarre.

National Day 2026 in Lagny-sur-Marne (77): fireworks display canceled and postponed, while the firefighters' ball goes ahead.

In Île-de-France, Bastille Day goes hand in hand with fireworks and firefighters' balls. This year, Lagny-sur-Marne is taking the lead on July 13, 2026, with free activities along the Marne. Following a prefectural ban, the fireworks have been canceled, but the firefighters' ball will go ahead.

National Day 2026 in Mormant (77): fireworks canceled, but the concert will go ahead.

July 14 is approaching, bringing with it a lineup of fireworks, open-air dances, and republican picnics. This year, the spotlight falls on Mormant in Seine-et-Marne, where National Day celebrations get under way in grand fashion from July 13, 2025. On the agenda? A festive evening featuring a concert. The fireworks display has been canceled, following the release of a prefectural decree.

Six train-to-train hikes to discover the Fontainebleau Forest using the Navigo pass.

Setting off on an adventure without even taking the car—is that possible? Absolutely, and even more so when Paris is home to the Fontainebleau Forest, an exceptional natural expanse just under an hour by train from Gare de Lyon.

Cycling in the Fontainebleau Area, gentle routes to go green

The easy, scenic network around Fontainebleau connects Fontainebleau, Bois-le-Roi, Barbizon and Samois-sur-Seine with marked forest trails you can explore on foot or by bike all year round. We hopped on our bikes to test them, and here’s what we found.

Summer nights at court: summer evening tours to experience at the Château de Fontainebleau

This summer, the Château de Fontainebleau invites you to experience extraordinary after-dark tours, a fresh way to explore the iconic monument. From July 4 to September 10, 2026, come and immerse yourself in this magical nocturnal experience.

Free castles and museums in Seine-et-Marne, this Sunday, July 5, 2026 — the first Sunday of the month.

On the first Sunday of the month, several castles, museums and monuments in Seine-et-Marne open their doors free of charge. Here is our pick of free outings for this Sunday, July 5, 2026, in the department.

The night market returns to Chelles (77) with producers, artisans & creators from Seine-et-Marne.

In Chelles, the Friday-night markets are back once a month on Cala Square, bringing together producers, creators, and artisans, with on-site dining and a lively musical atmosphere to enjoy summer evenings in Seine-et-Marne (77).

Festival Rosa Bonheur 2026: Female creators in Seine-et-Marne housed in a château

The Rosa Bonheur Festival returns for its seventh edition in the grounds of Thomery Castle, on the edge of the Fontainebleau Forest (Seine-et-Marne), from July 4 to August 29, 2026, with a program entirely devoted to female creativity and to women’s heritage.

Saint John's Fire 2026 canceled amid heatwave in Thomery (77)

In Thomery, the 2026 Saint-Jean Festival continues the tradition of popular early-summer gatherings. Due to the heatwave affecting the Île-de-France region, all festivities are cancelled for this edition of the Saint-Jean Festival 2026.

6th Fontainebleau Rally (77): this free motoring event puts Minis in the spotlight.

The 6th Fontainebleau Rally brings together classic Mini enthusiasts for a day devoted to automotive discovery and conviviality: meet in Seine-et-Marne to take part in this fine motoring event on Sunday, September 13, 2026.

Palomano: the kid-friendly, educational play park opens a new location in Val d'Europe

On June 20, 2026, Palomano will unveil a new interactive, educational park in Val d’Europe, in Chanteloup-en-Brie. This immersive mini-town will welcome children aged 0 to 10 to play, imagine, and explore a range of everyday worlds.

Art History Festival 2026: Fashion and Morocco, 300 free events in Fontainebleau

The 15th edition of the History of Art Festival invites you to Fontainebleau Castle, the town’s municipal theater, and throughout the city, from June 5 to 7, 2026, with fashion as the theme and Morocco as the guest country of honor. More than 300 free events are on the program. A must-see plan you won’t want to miss—here’s everything you need to know.

We Cirk ! 2026, the free circus festival in Seine-et-Marne

We Cirk! is back for its 8th edition in the grounds of the Château de Quincy-Voisins, in Seine-et-Marne, with a public day on June 27, 2026, entirely free and open to everyone.

We checked out this secret Italian spot tucked up against the Château de Fontainebleau, with a terrace and a brunch offering.

Nestled in the inner courtyard of the Hôtel de Cavoye, just a stone’s throw from the Château de Fontainebleau, Gina Trattoria serves hearty Italian fare crafted by Robin Sanchez, with a lovely terrace in a quiet garden and Sunday brunch. We went to check out the place and here’s the full story.

MegaWATT 2026: the free performances festival in Paris and Seine-et-Marne

Le festival MégaWATT takes over public spaces in Paris's 13th arrondissement and in Seine-et-Marne with free circus, dance, and theatre performances. An outdoor program to experience this spring-summer through June 27, 2026.

Compans' free Medieval Festival 2026, featuring a market, performances and a fireworks display on the program.

The Compans Medieval Festival is back on July 11–12, 2026, in the Biberonne valley in Seine-et-Marne (77), for a free, immersive weekend at the heart of the Middle Ages, featuring performances, a market and activities for all.

L'Orangerie, Fontainebleau's new guinguette for partying all summer long

The guinguette on the forecourt of Fontainebleau theatre is renewing itself in 2026. Rebranded as L'Orangerie, it opens its arms to visitors through September in Seine-et-Marne with a festive program all summer long. More details to come.

Randos des Terroirs: gourmet strolls with tastings of local products in Seine-et-Marne - POSTPONED

Les Randos des Terroirs invite les Franciliens à lace up their sneakers to explore the landscapes and flavors of Seine-et-Marne, on Sunday, June 28, 2026. Choose one of the 9 itineraries punctuated by gourmet stops right at the producers to discover the department! POSTPONED