At the Philharmonie de Paris, kids get their very own music festival — and it's fantastic! Find out about the concerts, games, and shows coming up from March 28 to 29, 2026.
Word has it that children now have their very own music festival at the Philharmonie de Paris... Believe it or not... It’s true! This unique event for kids and adults alike is the Petit Grand Festival, taking place over the weekend of March 28 and 29, 2026. What’s on the agenda? A fantastic lineup of workshops, concerts, family shows, musical walks... and even a treasure hunt!
The Petit Grand Festival is a family-friendly event that celebrates music and the arrival of spring. It's always a lively, festive occasion, coming right after a tough Parisian winter. So, we warm up to the rhythm of percussions, sing along, enjoy concerts, or wander through the Children’s Philharmonic, watching dance performances... We even become musicians and explorers ourselves, recreating the sounds of animals and nature with instruments from around the world.
To join this year's Petit Grand Festival, it's best to book your tickets early—they tend to sell out quickly! Ticket prices depend on the activities and shows you're interested in. Also, be sure to check the recommended age ranges for each event, so you can choose the perfect experience for your little ones.
One thing's for sure: the Petit Grand Festival at the Philharmonie is the must-attend family event of the weekend! Find out what exciting activities await in the 2026 edition, and get ready to sing along: it's going to be a musical celebration!
The Lineup for the Petit Grand Festival 2026:
Saturday, March 28
- 10:00 AM Family Concert (recommended for ages 1 and up)
Aster
Philippe Foch - Grégory Joubert
Aster depicts the birth of a new world, from which emerge intertwined particles of sound and light. Philippe Floch’s solo drum performance, combined with a setup crafted with Grégory Joubert, weaves an engaging story about space and time.
Conference Room - Philharmonie
€16 - €12
- 11:00 AM Boom (recommended for ages 7 and up)
Heritage
Bertrand Bouessay - François Athimon - Denis Athimon - Jonathan Philippe
The DJ Show Set (say that out loud!) invites children and adults aged 7 and up on an intergalactic dancefloor adventure.
Le Studio - Philharmonie
€12 children / €16 adults
- 11:30 AM Family Concert (recommended for ages 1 and up)
Aster
Philippe Foch - Grégory Joubert
Aster portrays the emergence of a world where particles of sound and light flow together. Philippe Floch’s solo drum piece, paired with a visual setup designed with Grégory Joubert, creates an enthralling narrative of space and time.
Conference Room - Philharmonie
€16 - €12
- 2:30 PM Family Walkthrough Concert at the Museum (recommended for ages 4 and up)
Traveling Animals
Blandine Iordan - Augusto de Alencar - Ensemble Artifices - Choir 43
From toad to jaguar, parrot to butterfly, the animals from stories, nursery rhymes, and songs take us on a global journey.
Music Museum - Cité de la Musique
€10 Museum entry included - Free for under 26s
- 3:00 PM Concert with Visuals (recommended for ages 7 and up)
Draw Me a Planet
Orchestre Elektra - Mattia Bornati - Cécile Pruvot - Holst
Join renowned astronaut Claudie Haigneré (who spent over 25 days in space) for a small voyage around our solar system featuring Gustav Holst’s famous The Planets cycle.
Grande Salle Pierre Boulez - Philharmonie
€16 - €12
- 11:45 AM A Day at the Philharmonie (recommended for ages 7 and up)
Family Day at the Philharmonie
Children’s Tour + Concert
€28 Children / €32 Adults
- 3:00 PM Family Concert (recommended for ages 1 and up)
Aster
Philippe Foch - Grégory Joubert
Aster depicts the birth of a world, with particles of sound and light intertwined. Philippe Floch’s solo drum performance, paired with a visual setup created with Grégory Joubert, narrates a captivating story of space and time.
Conference Room - Philharmonie
€16 - €12
- 3:30 PM Family Walkthrough Concert at the Museum (recommended for ages 4 and up)
Traveling Animals
Blandine Iordan - Augusto de Alencar - Ensemble Artifices - Choir 43
From toad to jaguar, parrot to butterfly, nursery rhyme animals take us around the world.
Music Museum - Cité de la Musique
€10 Museum entry included - Free for under 26s
- 4:00 PM Boom (recommended for ages 7 and up)
Heritage
Bertrand Bouessay - François Athimon - Denis Athimon - Jonathan Philippe
The DJ Show Set (say that out loud!) takes kids and adults aged 7+ on a galactic dance adventure.
Le Studio - Philharmonie
€12 children / €16 adults
- 6:00 PM Family Concert (recommended for ages 7 and up)
Chanmé
The young artists of Chanmé take to the Concert Hall stage for an exclusive performance celebrating today’s pop music. A lively, festive moment featuring the biggest hits of their idols.
Concert Hall - Cité de la Musique
€16 - €12
- 4:00 PM Workshop - Performance (all ages, starting at 8)
Chorus of a Day
A casual choir workshop open to everyone
Literary Café - Cité de la Musique
Free with reservation
- Activities
- 10:00 AM The Musical Journey Workshop
(Family, children aged 3-7)
Around the World: Music Circus
- 11:00 AM Museum Tour & Workshop
(Children aged 4-6)
Musical Animals
- 11:15 AM The Musical Journey Workshop (Family, children aged 3-7)
Around the World: Music Circus
- 2:00 PM Museum Tour & Workshop
(Children aged 4-6)
Musical Animals
- 2:00 PM Family Musical Reading
(Ages 3 and up)
Musical Nap Time
- 3:00 PM Museum Tour & Workshop
(Children aged 7-12)
Musical Travels
- 3:00 PM Weekend Workshop
(All ages, starting at 8)
Sounds of Space
- 3:00 PM Weekend Workshop
(All ages, starting at 8)
Cosmic Synths
- 4:00 PM Family Tour & Workshop
(Ages 3 and up)
Mediatech Games
- 5:00 PM Family Tour & Workshop
(Ages 3 and up)
Mediatech Games
Sunday, March 29, 2026
- 11:00 AM Family Show (ages 6 and up)
La Cité des Petits
The Kids’ Council of the Paris Philharmonie takes center stage in the Amphitheatre: behind the scenes with artists and staff, these young advisors craft a festive lineup.
Amphitheatre - Cité de la Musique
€16 - €12
- 2:30 PM Walking Concert at the Museum (ages 4 and up)
Travelling Animals
Blandine Iordan - Augusto de Alencar - Ensemble Artifices - Chœur 43
From tadpoles to jaguars, parrots to butterflies, the animals from stories, nursery rhymes, songs, and ditties will whisk you around the world.
Music Museum - Cité de la Musique
€10 Entrance included - Free for under 26s
- 11:00 AM A Day at the Philharmonie (ages 4 and up)
Family Day at the Philharmonie
Children’s Tour & Concert
€16 Child / €26 Adult
- 3:30 PM Walking Concert at the Museum (ages 4 and up)
Travelling Animals
Blandine Iordan - Augusto de Alencar - Ensemble Artifices - Chœur 43
From tadpoles to jaguars, parrots to butterflies, the animals from stories, nursery rhymes, songs, and ditties will whisk you around the world.
Music Museum - Cité de la Musique
€10 Entrance included - Free for under 26s
- 11:00 AM A Day at the Philharmonie (ages 4 and up)
Family Day at the Philharmonie
Children’s Tour & Concert
€16 Child / €26 Adult
- 4:00 PM Family Show (ages 6 and up)
La Cité des Petits
The Kids’ Council of the Paris Philharmonie takes the stage in the Amphitheatre: backstage access with artists and staff as they prepare a lively program for all.
Amphitheatre - Cité de la Musique
€16 - €12
- 10:00 AM to 3:45 PM until March 29, 2026
Open House Visit (ages 6 and up)
Treasure Hunt
In the Great Pierre Boulez Hall, guided by musicians, visitors will go on an adventure that explores the space.
Grande Salle Pierre Boulez - Philharmonie
€15
Activities
- 10:00 AM The Musical Travel Workshop
(Family-friendly, children aged 3 to 7)
Around the World: Music Circus
- 10:00 AM Interactive Concert Workshop for Toddlers
(Family-oriented, children from 3 months to 3 years)
The Little Milonga
- 11:00 AM Museum Guided Visit & Workshop
(Children aged 4 to 6)
Animals in Music
- 11:00 AM Interactive Concert Workshop for Toddlers
(Family-friendly, children from 3 months to 3 years)
The Little Milonga
- 11:15 AM The Musical Travel Workshop
(Family-friendly, children aged 3 to 7)
Around the World: Music Circus
- 1:00 PM Family Musical Reading
(Suitable for children 3 and up)
Musical Nap Time
- 2:00 PM Museum Guided Visit & Workshop
(Children aged 4 to 6)
Animals in Music
- 2:00 PM Family Musical Reading
(Suitable for children 3 and up)
Musical Nap Time
- 3:00 PM Museum Guided Visit & Workshop
(Children aged 7 to 12)
Journey Through Music
- 3:00 PM Weekend Activity
(Open to all, age 8 and up)
Sounds of Space
- 3:00 PM Weekend Activity
(Open to all, age 8 and up)
Cosmic Synths
- 3:00 PM Musical Storytelling
(Children aged 4 to 6)
The Flying Hat
- 4:00 PM Guided Visit & Workshop
(From age 3)
Media Library Games
- 4:30 PM Musical Tale
(Children aged 4 to 6)
Jean of the Moon
- 5:00 PM Guided Visit & Workshop
(From age 3)
Media Library Games
Here's a program that's truly inspiring!
