Les Petits Givrés 2026 in Saint-Mandé: a children’s festival with shows and Christmas activities

From December 2 to 13, 2026, the Les Petits Givrés festival returns to Saint-Mandé, in Val-de-Marne. Shows, storytelling, creative workshops, films and a Christmas snack await children and their families, with activities suitable for ages one and up.

What if the kids treated themselves to a little artistic getaway before Christmas? From December 2 to 13, 2026, the town of Saint-Mandé is hosting the Les Petits Givrés festival, a cultural event for young children and their families. The program for this festival for young audiences on the outskirts of Paris includes performances, storytelling, short-film screenings, creative workshops, dance, musical discovery and sensory trails. Events take place at the Saint-Mandé media library and at Cresco, with several free events or drop-in activities. A lovely family outing to enjoy while waiting for the holiday season!

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With Les Petits Givrés, the town of Saint-Mandé invites its youngest residents to discover different forms of artistic expression, while also enjoying the chance to play and experiment. At the media library, children can explore the polar world of the 1, 2, 3 BANQUISE exhibition, inspired by a children’s book by Anne Brière-Haquet, illustrated by Raphaële Enjary and Olivier Philipponneau. Polar bears, walruses, Arctic foxes and other inhabitants of the ice floe will be waiting for them.

Storytelling sessions, painting and paper-cutting workshops, and play-based activities will round out the experience.

At Cresco, the Ambiance exhibition will offer a sensory escape blending light, color and soundscapes. It’s a chance to discover a different way of experiencing art through the senses and the imagination.

Children’s shows, dance and musical discoveries

Theater fans can discover L'Oiseau Bleu, based on the work of Maurice Maeterlinck, as well as Okilélé, an adaptation of Claude Ponti’s famous picture book, which explores difference and self-acceptance.

The show Et si tu Brillais will invite children to transform everyday life through their imagination. It will be followed by a dance workshop for ages 4–6.

The festival will also feature film screenings for young audiences, musical discovery workshops and musical siestas to enjoy as a family.

A Christmas snack and a sensory trail for little ones

Among the festival’s highlights, Saturday, December 12, 2026, promises to be a particularly festive day. Children ages 1–6 can follow the Snow Fox’s trail on a sensory journey before enjoying the shows and workshops.

From 3 to 5 p.m., Cresco’s rooftop will be transformed into a Christmas village, with games, treats and a cozy atmosphere over hot chocolate.

The Les Petits Givrés 2026 festival program:

At the Saint-Mandé media library

December 1–12 — “1, 2, 3 BANQUISE” exhibition: discover a polar world inspired by the children’s book. All ages, free admission.

Wednesday, December 2, at 10 and 11 a.m. — Little Stories to Read in Blue: storytelling read aloud by two voices. Ages 18 months to 3 years, 30 minutes, reservation required, with a parent.

Wednesday, December 2, at 3 p.m. — “To do dans le bleu” creative workshop: visual arts inspired by the ice floe. Ages 3–5, at least 30 minutes, reservation required.

Friday, December 4, at 5 p.m. — Snowy Story: a humorous, poetic theatrical story. Ages 4 and up, 30 minutes, reservation required, with a parent.

Saturday, December 5, at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. — “L'Oiseau Bleu” show: a poetic journey inspired by Maurice Maeterlinck. Ages 5 and up, 55 minutes, reservation required.

Saturday, December 5, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 to 5 p.m. — The toy library comes to visit!: play-based, building and hands-on games. Drop-in, subject to availability.

Sunday, December 6, at 11 a.m. — “Starlit Strolls” screening: six short films for a dreamlike journey. Ages 5 and up, 50 minutes, reservation required.

At Cresco

December 2–18 — Ambiance exhibition : an immersive installation of light, color and sound. All ages, free admission during opening hours, except during musical siestas.

Wednesday, December 9, at 10 and 11 a.m. — Micro-Folie Givrée: an interactive art trail exploring shapes and colors. Ages 4 and up, 45 minutes, reservation required.

Wednesday, December 9, at 2:30 p.m. — “Et si tu Brillais” show: a show about imagination and creativity. Ages 4 and up, 45 minutes, reservation required.

Wednesday, December 9, at 3:30 p.m. — Musical siesta: a relaxing musical and visual break. All ages, 30 minutes, reservation required.

Wednesday, December 9, at 4 p.m. — “Et si tu Brillais” dance workshop: discover movement with Cécile Lassonde. Ages 4–6, 45 minutes, reservation required.

Friday, December 11, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. — Family discussion: a get-together for parents and the Cresco team. Drop-in.

Saturday, December 12, from 9 to 10:30 a.m. — Sensory trail: explore the five senses by following the Snow Fox’s trail. Ages 1–6, free admission.

Saturday, December 12, at 11 a.m. — “Okilélé” show: a theatrical adaptation of Claude Ponti’s book. Ages 4 and up, 40 minutes, reservation required.

Saturday, December 12, from noon to 12:30 p.m. — Family discussion: a conversation about Cresco’s cultural projects. Drop-in.

Saturday, December 12, at 1:30 p.m. — Musical siesta: a relaxing family moment in the Ambiance exhibition. Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes, reservation required.
Saturday, December 12, from 3 to 5 p.m. — Snowy Christmas snack: games, treats and a Christmas village atmosphere on Cresco’s rooftop. All ages, drop-in, subject to availability.

Saturday, December 12, at 3, 3:40 and 4:20 p.m. — Musical discovery: discover instruments and create music together. Ages 3–6, 30 minutes, reservation required.