The Tout-Petits Cinéma Festival is making its return for a 2026 edition during the two-week February break. Families can enjoy film concerts and workshops at the Forum des Images from February 21 to March 1, 2026.
Le Forum des Images is hosting, during this winter break, the 2026 edition of the Tout-Petits Cinéma Festival to introduce children aged 18 months to 4 years to the magic of cinema on the big screen. Recognized by industry professionals for its quality in early film education, it's the perfect time to bring your little ones to enjoy films specially selected for them from February 21 to March 1, 2026!
What’s on the agenda? Specially tailored sessions designed to match the attention span and focus of the youngest audiences, short in duration and often accompanied by performances from live entertainers such as musicians, puppeteers, storytellers, and singers. A total of five film concerts are scheduled, aimed at young viewers, along with numerous workshops to immerse children in the exciting world of cinema.
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Throughout these February school holidays, make sure to visit the Forum des Images on Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Catch a morning or afternoon screening. Tickets cost €6.50 for your child, €8.50 for adults, or just €4 if you have a Forum Liberté card.
Make the most of the play areas and the reading nook to extend the fun and keep things fresh. The Forum of Images has plenty of activities lined up to keep your little ones entertained. There's also a refreshment area available for you to enjoy.
This Season’s Highlights – Tout-Petits Cinéma 2026:
Cinema and Live Music Experience
- Through the Game
Creation 2026
A live-accompanied film concert by Sophie Maurin.
Saturday, February 21 at 11:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Suitable for ages 18 months and up
Schedule includes:
- The Snowman by Aleksey Pochivalov, Russia | Animation | 2021 | 4 min
- The Upside Down World by Hend Esmat; Lamia A Diab, United Kingdom | Animation | 2018 | 5 min
- The Last Day of Autumn by Marjolaine Perreten, France; Switzerland | Animation | 2019 | 7 min
- Shh... Little Bear by Māra Liniņa, Latvia; Russia | Animation | 2022 | 5 min
- The Carp and the Child by Morgane Simon; Arnaud Demuynck, France; Belgium | Animation | 2024 | 7 min
- A Touch of Brave Spirit
Creation 2026
A live film concert hosted by Nichotomie.
Sunday, March 1 at 11:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Recommended for ages 4 and up
Schedule includes:
- Lulina and the Moon by Leo; Marcus Vinícius Vasconcelos, Brazil | Animation | 2023 | 14 min
- The March of the Ants by Fedor Yudin, Russia | Animation | 2022 | 5 min
- Sunflower by Natalia Chernysheva, France | Animation | 2024 | 4 min
- Mommy's Batteries by Seungbae Jeon, South Korea | Animation | 2023 | 14 min
- Moroška by Polina Minchenok, Russia | Animation | 2015 | 7 min
- Stars in Their Eyes
Shadow Cinema by Emmanuelle Trazic and Victoire Boissont.
Sunday, February 22 at 11:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Suitable for ages 2 and up
Schedule includes:
- Somni by Sonja Rohleder, Germany | Animation | 2023 | 3 min
- Tôt ou Tard by Jadwiga Kowalska, France; Switzerland | Animation | 2008 | 3 min with...
- Dry Lives by Lukas Winter; Lyza Jarvis, Estonia | Animation | 2022 | 4 min
- The Silence Beneath the Bark by Johanna Lurie, France | Animation | 2010 | 11 min
- 1001 Colors
A live film concert by Sarah Jeanne Ziegler and Renaud Ollivier.
Wednesday, February 25 at 10:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Suitable for ages 18 months and up
Schedule includes:
- The Little Mole Painter by Zdeněk Miler, Czech Republic | Animation | 1972 | 10 min
- The Little Red Crayon by Dace Riduze, Latvia | Animation | 2016 | 8 min
- Looks, The Little Gray Lynx by Susann Hoffmann, Germany | Animation | 2015 | 3 min
- Knots by Vaiana Gauthier, France | Animation | 2012 | 4 min
- Friends for Life
A live film concert hosted by Isabelle Moricheau.
Saturday, February 28 at 11:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Suitable for ages 2 and up
Schedule includes:
- Goodbye, Summer! by Jang Seong-Ji, South Korea | Animation | 2013 | 8 min
- Footsteps in the Snow by Makiko Sukikara, Japan | Animation | 2010 | 6 min
- The Two Sheep by Julia Dashchinskaya, Russia | Animation | 2002 | 4 min
- The Mole and the Earthworm by Johannes Schiehsl, Germany | Animation | 2015 | 3 min
- Lost and Found by Andrew Goldsmith; Bradley Slabe, Australia | Animation | 2018 | 6 min
The Workshops
- Little Images to Animate
Workshop led by the Forum of Images
Saturday, February 21 at 2:30 PM
For children aged 3 and up
Duration: 1 hour
- Colors Everywhere
Workshop led by the Forum of Images
Sunday, February 22 at 2:30 PM
For children aged 4 and up
Duration: 1 hour
- The Dance of Animals
Workshop led by Laura Llorens (musician and dancer)
Wednesday, February 25 at 2:30 PM
For children aged 3 and up
Duration: 1 hour
- Little Musical Emotions
Workshop led by the Forum of Images
Saturday, February 28 at 2:30 PM
For children aged 3 and up
Duration: 1 hour
- Moving Shadow Puppets
Workshop led by the Forum of Images
Sunday, March 1 at 2:30 PM
For children aged 4 and up
Duration: 1 hour
Additionally
- Le Doudou Studio
At the end of each session, turn your stuffed animal into a star by starring in a short film!
Free, subject to availability.
- Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and weekends from 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.:
- masks and coloring sheets featuring your favorite movie characters
- cinema-themed games
- a cozy reading corner
- photo call area — strike a pose just like at the biggest festivals
- a nursery space and stroller parking for your convenience
- Food & Drinks
Enjoy special menus for the whole family at 7e Art, open throughout the festival!
In short, a fantastic lineup to keep the little ones busy and spark their imagination during the winter break.
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