Smart tip: the children's festival, free activities for everyone in Saint-Denis

On the occasion of the 5th edition of the event, the Children’s Festival is back in Saint-Denis, in the Seine-Saint-Denis department! Join us on Saturday, May 30, 2026 to enjoy together this big, festive, and free day, with the theme "Land of encounters, sea in motion," to celebrate multiculturalism and living together in Saint-Denis.

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The lineup for this big event includes musical parades, outdoor performances, activities, workshops for the whole family, as well as plenty of games, parades and other rides!

What's on for the 2026 Children's Day celebration in Saint-Denis:

• parades with live music
• entertainment and performances in downtown Saint-Denis
• recreational and sports activities
• artistic and cultural activities
• the detailed program, available here

On site, a food service will also be offered. For those who love to dance, there’s a choreography to learn if you’d like to join the big flash mob for this Fête des enfants 2026! Meet on Saturday, May 30, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., in the city of Saint-Denis.

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