For 35 years, the Fête de la Science has brought together scientists, researchers and the general public for full days dedicated to science and its popularization. The perfect opportunity to enjoy hundreds of ateliers, animations, expositions and family-friendly routes across a very wide range of venues in France.
With these ten days of science awareness, the Ministry of Education and Research hopes to spark vocations and, above all, shine a light on the work of scientists. This year, the theme centers on “Savants’ Flavors” and aims to raise broad awareness of the link between this theme and science. In Paris, most of the city’s scientific museums are taking part (Cité des sciences et de l'industrie, Muséum d'Histoire Naturelle), joined by several higher education or research institutions, such as the Collège de France or Sorbonne Université.
Sorbonne University is one of France's most prestigious academic institutions, with a rich history dating back to the 13th century. It is spread over several campuses in Paris, each specializing in different fields of study. The historic Sorbonne-Clignancourt campus is dedicated to the humanities and social sciences.
The Pierre et Marie Curie campus at Jussieu focuses on science and engineering, while the Pitié-Salpêtrière campus focuses on medicine and health. Finally, the Saint-Antoine campus is home to the Faculty of Medicine of Eastern Paris. These campuses offer a number of internationally renowned academic programs, making the Sorbonne a mecca for higher education and research in France and around the world, much in demand by students from France and abroad!
Science Festival 2026: Free activities program in Paris and Île-de-France
The Science Festival is back from October 2 to 12, 2026 for its 35th edition! A week dedicated to science culture through numerous free events across France, featuring experiments, performances, open days, guided tours, and a multitude of workshops. An event open to everyone, especially family-friendly, to be discovered across the four corners of Paris and the Île-de-France region! [Read more]
Pierre and Marie Curie Campus
The 2026 Science Festival at the Curie Institute
Biology can be explored at different scales and with a variety of technologies to understand the living organism. Come rediscover it at the Curie Institute, a historic hub of Marie Curie’s research in the heart of Paris, and learn how scientific breakthroughs are born.
Through hands-on, interactive workshops, Curie Institute researchers invite you to get acquainted with the numerous technologies used to study our biology.
Some workshops can also be offered in English upon request.
Friday, October 2 and Friday, October 9 are reserved exclusively for schools (booking required).
➝ Access the class registration form
IMPORTANT: For the days Saturday, October 3, Sunday, October 4, and Saturday, October 10, entry is free (no reservation).
To learn more: www.curie.fr
Inquiries: aida.fakhr@curie.fr
Participation requirements :
• Target audiences : 6 - 11 years, 11 - 15 years, 15 - 18 years, 18 - 25 years, 25 years and up
• Conditions : Free admission
Hours: Saturday, October 3 — 2:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Sunday, October 4 — 2:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Saturday, October 10 — 2:00 PM to 6:30 PM
The 2026 Science Festival at the Curie Institute
Biology can be explored at different scales and with a variety of technologies to understand the living organism. Come rediscover it at the Curie Institute, a historic hub of Marie Curie’s research in the heart of Paris, and learn how scientific breakthroughs are born.
Through hands-on, interactive workshops, Curie Institute researchers invite you to get acquainted with the numerous technologies used to study our biology.
Some workshops can also be offered in English upon request.
Friday, October 2 and Friday, October 9 are reserved exclusively for schools (booking required).
➝ Access the class registration form
IMPORTANT: For the days Saturday, October 3, Sunday, October 4, and Saturday, October 10, entry is free (no reservation).
To learn more: www.curie.fr
Inquiries: aida.fakhr@curie.fr
Participation requirements :
• Target audiences : 6 - 11 years, 11 - 15 years, 15 - 18 years, 18 - 25 years, 25 years and up
• Conditions : Free admission
Hours: Saturday, October 3 — 2:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Sunday, October 4 — 2:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Saturday, October 10 — 2:00 PM to 6:30 PM
The 2026 Science Festival at the Curie Institute
Biology can be explored at different scales and with a variety of technologies to understand the living organism. Come rediscover it at the Curie Institute, a historic hub of Marie Curie’s research in the heart of Paris, and learn how scientific breakthroughs are born.
Through hands-on, interactive workshops, Curie Institute researchers invite you to get acquainted with the numerous technologies used to study our biology.
Some workshops can also be offered in English upon request.
Friday, October 2 and Friday, October 9 are reserved exclusively for schools (booking required).
➝ Access the class registration form
IMPORTANT: For the days Saturday, October 3, Sunday, October 4, and Saturday, October 10, entry is free (no reservation).
To learn more: www.curie.fr
Inquiries: aida.fakhr@curie.fr
Participation requirements :
• Target audiences : 6 - 11 years, 11 - 15 years, 15 - 18 years, 18 - 25 years, 25 years and up
• Conditions : Free admission
Hours: Saturday, October 3 — 2:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Sunday, October 4 — 2:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Saturday, October 10 — 2:00 PM to 6:30 PM
The 2026 Science Festival at the Curie Institute
Biology can be explored at different scales and with a variety of technologies to understand the living organism. Come rediscover it at the Curie Institute, a historic hub of Marie Curie’s research in the heart of Paris, and learn how scientific breakthroughs are born.
Through hands-on, interactive workshops, Curie Institute researchers invite you to get acquainted with the numerous technologies used to study our biology.
Some workshops can also be offered in English upon request.
Friday, October 2 and Friday, October 9 are reserved exclusively for schools (booking required).
➝ Access the class registration form
IMPORTANT: For the days Saturday, October 3, Sunday, October 4, and Saturday, October 10, entry is free (no reservation).
To learn more: www.curie.fr
Inquiries: aida.fakhr@curie.fr
Participation requirements :
• Target audiences : 6 - 11 years, 11 - 15 years, 15 - 18 years, 18 - 25 years, 25 years and up
• Conditions : Free admission
Hours: Saturday, October 3 — 2:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Sunday, October 4 — 2:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Saturday, October 10 — 2:00 PM to 6:30 PM
The 2026 Science Festival at the Curie Institute
Biology can be explored at different scales and with a variety of technologies to understand the living organism. Come rediscover it at the Curie Institute, a historic hub of Marie Curie’s research in the heart of Paris, and learn how scientific breakthroughs are born.
Through hands-on, interactive workshops, Curie Institute researchers invite you to get acquainted with the numerous technologies used to study our biology.
Some workshops can also be offered in English upon request.
Friday, October 2 and Friday, October 9 are reserved exclusively for schools (booking required).
➝ Access the class registration form
IMPORTANT: For the days Saturday, October 3, Sunday, October 4, and Saturday, October 10, entry is free (no reservation).
To learn more: www.curie.fr
Inquiries: aida.fakhr@curie.fr
Participation requirements :
• Target audiences : 6 - 11 years, 11 - 15 years, 15 - 18 years, 18 - 25 years, 25 years and up
• Conditions : Free admission
Hours: Saturday, October 3 — 2:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Sunday, October 4 — 2:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Saturday, October 10 — 2:00 PM to 6:30 PM
The 2026 Science Festival at the Curie Institute
Biology can be explored at different scales and with a variety of technologies to understand the living organism. Come rediscover it at the Curie Institute, a historic hub of Marie Curie’s research in the heart of Paris, and learn how scientific breakthroughs are born.
Through hands-on, interactive workshops, Curie Institute researchers invite you to get acquainted with the numerous technologies used to study our biology.
Some workshops can also be offered in English upon request.
Friday, October 2 and Friday, October 9 are reserved exclusively for schools (booking required).
➝ Access the class registration form
IMPORTANT: For the days Saturday, October 3, Sunday, October 4, and Saturday, October 10, entry is free (no reservation).
To learn more: www.curie.fr
Inquiries: aida.fakhr@curie.fr
Participation requirements :
• Target audiences : 6 - 11 years, 11 - 15 years, 15 - 18 years, 18 - 25 years, 25 years and up
• Conditions : Free admission
Hours: Saturday, October 3 — 2:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Sunday, October 4 — 2:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Saturday, October 10 — 2:00 PM to 6:30 PM
The 2026 Science Festival runs from October 2 to 12 at Sorbonne University, with a series of events on the Pierre-and-Marie-Curie campus in Jussieu. Lectures, hands-on activities, experiments, and chats with scientists help shape the Science Village. [Read more]
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Science Festival 2026: Free activities program in Paris and Île-de-France
Science Festival 2026 at Jussieu: the program for the Pierre-and-Marie-Curie campus
