What to do with the kids this weekend

Vietnam 2026 is here: the Vietnamese Food Market and Book Festival return to Paris' 5th arrondissement.

The Ici Vietnam festival returns for its sixth edition on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at Place Monge in Paris’s 5th arrondissement. On the program: Vietnamese gastronomy, literature, roundtables, and a DJ set, with free admission.

Yvelines: Flea markets and garage sales this long weekend, May 14–17, 2026, in the 78.

Want to hunt for bargains in Yvelines this long weekend? Here are the flea markets, car-boot sales, and markets to discover in the 78 from May 14 to 17, 2026, stretching from Vert to Septeuil.

Paris Île-de-France Weather: what's the forecast for this Ascension weekend, May 14–17?

What does the weather have in store for the Ascension Day long weekend from May 14 to 17, 2026 in Paris and Île-de-France? Will we need to pull out a sweater and a raincoat for this four-day break? Here’s the forecast.

Time Tripper to host France's first Action Game tournament - PROMO CODE

Join us for an unforgettable time-travel adventure at Time Tripper, the escape room nestled in the heart of Montparnasse and in Arcueil in Val-de-Marne. An experience with 100% immersive sets. Time Tripper is here for you. Enjoy 10% off with promo code TTSAP!

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

In May, Jardin21, the festive and green community hub perched along the Canal de l’Ourcq in the 19th arrondissement, extends the season with a rich and varied program. Take the chance to fully enjoy these fine days: engaged initiatives, gardening workshops, youth activities, festive evenings, a yoga session... Everything’s in place to escape without leaving Paris! Free admission.

Seeing Paris differently: gearing up for the season’s greenest outdoor festival.

Jardins, Jardin: this nature escape is sure to win everyone over! Indeed, the event returns May 28–31 at Parc de la Villa Windsor, with a bustling edition crafted for lovers of nature, landscape design, and green discoveries—blending sustainable inspirations, encounters, and ideas to cultivate.

What to do in Paris and with kids in Paris, in April 2027? Our family essentials.

In April, in Paris, we’re not about to let things slip by… So what are the best family outings to take the kids along and head out as a family during this spring month of April 2027? Castles, parks, majestic gardens and family-friendly activities await!

Paris Fair 2026: download your free invitations to the Spring show.

Paris Fair 2026 returns to Paris Expo Porte de Versailles from April 30 to May 11, offering 12 days of discovery, shopping and entertainment, plus a unique KeBlack concert. A family outing that combines explorations, shows, great deals, gastronomy and activities for kids and adults alike. Download your free invitations now! With only a few days left, take advantage of our “Foire Prix” offers!

5 free-entry castles this Sunday, May 3, 2026 around Paris, the first Sunday of the month

Île-de-France castles open their doors for free on the first Sunday of every month. This is a wonderful opportunity to discover our Île-de-France heritage without spending a penny this Sunday, May 3, 2026.

The Little Peas Festival 2026, the big celebration for traveling to Polynesia, from Clamart (92)

Every year in early June, the town of Clamart organizes the Fête des Petits Pois, the town's traditional festival celebrating cultures from all over the world.

Yvelines: a park designated as a natural site and its historic island cloaked in wisteria

In the Yvelines, just a short stroll from the RER A, the Parc des Ibis du Vésinet reveals, in late April to early May 2026, its Chinese wisterias in full bloom around a large lake designated a natural site since 1934. We went to explore it, and it’s a true feast for the eyes and a perfect place to recharge.

Le Jardin Yili, the unusual Chinese garden hidden away in the Yvelines

Jardin Yili is the only privately-owned traditional Chinese garden in France. Head for Saint-Rémy-l'Honoré in the Yvelines, about 33 km from Paris, for a change of scenery. Discover this 10,000 m² green space, imbued with spirituality and tranquility, where you can discover the art of Chinese gardens and immerse yourself in a feng shui setting inspired by age-old traditions.

10 parks and gardens in Paris and Île-de-France you simply have to visit in May 2026

In May, the parks and gardens of Paris and the Ile-de-France region are decked out in their most beautiful colors. The abundant blooms of this period offer the opportunity for beautiful discoveries, ideal for springtime strolls. So, to help you find your way around, here are 10 parks and gardens to discover at this time of year.

88 Ménilmontant, La Bellevilloise’s ephemeral pop-up venue returns for the summer

On April 25, 2026, 88 Ménilmontant reopens its vegetated junkyard-terrace in the heart of Paris’s 20th arrondissement.

10 parks and gardens in Paris and Île-de-France to absolutely visit in April 2026

In April, the flowering season is in full swing. Here are 10 must-see parks and gardens in and around Paris in April, featuring wisteria, iris, azaleas and rhododendrons to delight flower lovers.

Montereau Fair 2026 is free, the Saint-Parfait Fair celebrates Canada in Seine-et-Marne

The Saint-Parfait Fair kicks off again at the Parc des Noues in Montereau-Fault-Yonne, Seine-et-Marne, for its 185th edition. With over 200 exhibitors, a host of activities, and Canadian cuisine on the menu, the event runs from April 17 to 20, 2026.

Seine-et-Marne: St. John's Fair in Nemours 2026 — the big, lively gathering

The Saint-Jean Fair is back in Nemours, Seine-et-Marne, from June 18 to 21, 2026. Artisans, exhibitors, local products, and a funfair feature on the program for this popular, free event, eagerly anticipated each year by thousands of visitors.

Songkran Festival 2026 at Wat Pho Paris in Essonne: the free Thai New Year program

Heading to Breux-Jouy, in Essonne, to celebrate Songkran, the Thai New Year, at the Wat Pho Paris temple. A free, festive, immersive day to enjoy this Sunday, April 19, 2026 — let’s go!

Salted Boy: Paris’ salted-bread pop-up lands in the Marais

Salted Bread, Salted Boy style, lands in the Marais for its first pop-up on 18 and 19 April 2026, on Rue du Temple in the 3rd arrondissement. On the menu: ultra-buttery buns, dippable creams, and signature drinks. We’ve tried them, and we’re hooked!

Colors Festival returns to Paris with the street-art exhibition Colors Ligth, spanning 700 m², featuring the photos

The Colors Festival returns to Paris after a three-year hiatus and sets up in the 15th arrondissement with Colors Light, a new immersive exhibition exploring blacklight and urban art, opening from April 16 to July 26, 2026.