What family-friendly shows and theatre to see in Paris in November 2026?
As the evenings lengthen, Parisian and Île-de-France venues keep offering plenty of outings to share with children or teenagers, ranging from children's shows, family-accessible plays, visual performances and events designed for multiple generations.
In Paris and the Île-de-France region, the range of family-friendly shows remains varied, with formats that suit the youngest audience members as well as parents looking for a genuine cultural night out to share. If you’re after a broader slate on the performing arts side, you can also check our guide to spectacles à voir à Paris en novembre 2026 — our pick of the moment — as well as our guide to pièces de théâtre à voir à Paris en novembre 2026.
This page highlights sorties scène à voir en famille, aiming to help you spot more easily performances and plays suited for a family audience. A smart way to decide what to see in novembre 2026 with kids, pre-teens or teens, in Paris and Île-de-France.
Grand Hotel of Dreams in Paris: Jules Verne and Nocturnes for Halloween 2026
Sponsored - The Grand Hôtel des Rêves in Paris is offering the latest dates for the show "Jules Verne, Le Voyage Extraordinaire" and Légendes & Cauchemars, nine immersive nighttime performances for Halloween 2026. [Read more]
Paris Is Magic, the musical at Gaîté Rive Gauche
Paris is Magique, a musical comedy written and directed by Sacha Judaszko and Nicolas Nebot, opens at La Gaîté Rive Gauche in Paris on June 23, 2026. [Read more]
The Dilemma of Choice at the Gaîté Montparnasse in 2026
L’Embarras du choix, interactive comedy by Sébastien Azzopardi and Sacha Danino, is on at the Gaîté Montparnasse in Paris in 2026. The audience decides the rest of the story. [Read more]
VIBRATION at Cirque Théâtre Bormann: the show that makes you feel alive
From November 6 to 21, 2026, VIBRATION brings together contemporary dance, circus and music at the Cirque Théâtre Bormann in Paris. We experienced this immersive show: an experience to enjoy and a gift idea to share. [Read more]
The Water Spectacle 2026 at Grand Rex, featuring the new Disney film Billie, at the Crossroads of Worlds
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Oliver Twist, Dickens in a musical at Le Lucernaire
Oliver Twist returns to the Lucernaire in Paris from September 9, 2026. This family-friendly musical based on Charles Dickens is directed by Ned Grujic. [Read more]
The Lion King: the musical back for a sixth season at the Mogador Theatre – our review
The Lion King awaits you at the Mogador Theatre in Paris until August 9 as part of its fifth season, and it will launch a sixth season as early as September 2026, more than ten years after its last performance in this Parisian venue. We’ve seen it, and here’s everything you need to know! [Read more]
ARBRE: the new magical show from the Théâtre Bormann circus
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Le Secret de Sherlock Holmes: the play returns to Paris at Café de la Gare
A detective comedy, The Secret of Sherlock Holmes is not an adaptation of Conan Doyle's novel, but a new play set in the world of the mythical detective, Sherlock Holmes. More specifically, the play recounts the famous meeting between Sherlock and his faithful investigator, Doctor Watson. [Read more]
From 10 years old
The Legend of the Knights: a medieval and equestrian show near the ramparts of Provins
La Légende des Chevaliers is one of two shows offered by the town of Provins to immerse you in the Middle Ages, combining equestrian art, history and the magic of the ramparts. Something for the whole family! [Read more]
The Eagles of the Ramparts 2026: an equestrian falconry show in Provins
The Eagles of the Ramparts return to Provins’ Théâtre des Remparts from March 28 to November 1, 2026. This family-friendly falconry show brings together 90 birds of prey from 20 species and horses in the medieval town. [Read more]
Paris Opera: a family-friendly lineup for kids and teens for the 2026/2027 season.
For the 2026–2027 season, the Paris Opera continues its Young Audience program with performances, concerts, and workshops designed to introduce children and teens to opera, dance, and music. [Read more]
Renversante: a family-friendly theatre at the Mathurins in Paris
Renversante envisions a society ruled by women to challenge stereotypes from age 8. Léna Bréban directs Florence Hinckel’s adaptation, playing at the Mathurins until December 15, 2026, followed by a post-show discussion. [Read more]
From 8 years old
Arsène Lupin at the Le Ranelagh Theatre: a play for ages 7 and up
Arsène Lupin heads to Paris's Théâtre Le Ranelagh from September 17, 2026, to January 17, 2027. Delphine Piard reimagines Maurice Leblanc’s gentleman thief in a crime comedy suitable for audiences aged 7 and up. [Read more]
From 7 years old
The Adventures of Pinocchio: family show at the Théâtre des Mathurins
Discover "Les Aventures de Pinocchio" (The Adventures of Pinocchio), created by Olivier Solivérès based on Collodi, a family show at the Théâtre des Mathurins, running all year round. [Read more]
From 4 years old
Thomas Croisière: The Comedy Strikes Back at the Lucernaire
Thomas Croisière presents The Comedy Strikes Back at Le Lucernaire in Paris, running through January 12, 2027. A new show celebrating French comedies, from Les Bronzés to Les Tuche. [Read more]
From 6 years old
And don’t miss the show: Fred Radix’s musical at the Gaîté Montparnasse.
Fred Radix presents 'Et n'oubliez pas la pièce', a musical comedy at the Gaîté Montparnasse theatre from September 21, 2026 to May 25, 2027, for ages 8 and up. [Read more]
From 8 years old
Very Math Trip 2: Manu Houdart Returns to the Lucernaire
Manu Houdart presents Very Math Trip 2 at the Lucernaire in Paris, running from September 21, 2026, to January 12, 2027. This new installment, directed by Thomas Le Douarec, blends humor and mathematics for ages 8 and up. [Read more]
From 8 years old
Singin’ in the Rain at the Lido in Paris until June 2027
Singin’ in the Rain is playing at the Théâtre du Lido in Paris from September 17, 2026, to June 27, 2027. Ashley Day, Maddie Waller and Charlie Waddell star in this production by Robert Carsen. [Read more]
Chevaliers Princesse et Dragon: family comedy at the Théâtre des Mathurins
Discover Chevaliers Princesse et Dragon, Olivier Solivérès' family comedy at the Théâtre des Mathurins, performed all year round on weekends and during the holidays. [Read more]
From 4 years old
Hipollène’s Tree: a children’s show inspired by Claude Ponti, to be enjoyed by the whole family in Paris.
Sponsored - A poetic, funny and magical show to enjoy as a family, for ages 5 and up! Loosely adapted from Claude Ponti’s L’Arbre sans fin, L’Arbre d’Hipollène returns to Paris at the Apollo Théâtre through January 10, 2027. A Franceinfo editors’ pick at the 2022 Festival Off Avignon, and rated 10/10 on BilletRéduc. A family outing in Paris for ages 5 and up! [Read more]
From 5 years old
Saint Roch Nights: An immersive sound-and-light show in the heart of a Parisian church — review
Starting October 1, 2026, Saint-Roch Church will morph into an immersive experience. Blending monumental 3D video mapping, a poetic theatrical narrative, and live music with a choir and orchestra, the piece invites you on a journey through the History of Art, in the parish of artists. [Read more]
Shrek The Musical at the Folies Bergère with Chantal Ladesou
Shrek The Musical arrives at the Folies Bergère in Paris from October 2, 2026 to January 20, 2027, in a staging by Philippe Hersen, with Chantal Ladesou announced as the Magic Mirror. [Read more]
From 3 years old
Sleeping Beauty, the musical at Gaîté Rive Gauche
Sleeping Beauty becomes a musical for kids aged 3 and up at Gaîté Rive Gauche in Paris. The new production by Nicolas Nebot and Dominique Mattei runs from October 3, 2026, to May 9, 2027. [Read more]
From 3 years old
The Haunted House at the Palais des Glaces: the 2026–2027 season
The Haunted House returns to the Palais des Glaces from October 3, 2026, to January 10, 2027, for ages 5 and up. The immersive musical show is performed at 2 p.m. The performance on Saturday, October 24, has been canceled. [Read more]
From 5 years old
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs at the Gaîté Montparnasse
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs returns to Gaîté Montparnasse in Paris from October 3, 2026 to May 30, 2027. Olivier Solivérès adapts the fairy tale into a musical show with holograms and mapping, for children aged 3 and up. [Read more]
From 3 years old
Espace Paris Plaine : theatre, dance and children's musicals in the 15th arrondissement
L’Espace Paris Plaine presents eleven family-friendly shows from October 7, 2026 to April 25, 2027, spanning theatre, musicals, dance and puppetry. [Read more]
Toto in real life with the show “Les histoires de Toto” at the Scène Montparnasse
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From October 10
at 2:30 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays, and almost every day during the school holidays! Ages 3 and up. [Read more]
From 3 years old
Puss in Boots, the Musical: a family-friendly show at Théâtre de la Gaîté-Montparnasse
Puss in Boots, the Safa Brothers' musical, returns to Théâtre de la Gaîté-Montparnasse from September 19, 2026 through May 29, 2027, for ages 3 and up. [Read more]
Why Why?, the children’s show returns to the Théâtre Michel.
Pourquoi Pourquoi ?, an interactive show adapted from Marine Baousson's Petit Vulgaire podcast, returns to Théâtre Michel in Paris from 10 October 2026 to 31 January 2027, for ages 6 and up. [Read more]
From 6 years old
Grimhilde Manor: the family-friendly musical at the Apollo
Grimilde Manor takes up residence at the Apollo Theatre, Sundays at 5 p.m. from October 11 to November 29, 2026. This musical comedy for ages 8 and up brings together six performers and twelve songs around a haunted manor. [Read more]
From 8 years old
Pocahontas, the Musical: a family-friendly revival at Théâtre de la Gaîté Rive Gauche
Pocahontas, the Safa Brothers’ musical, returns to La Gaîté Rive Gauche from September 19, 2026, to May 30, 2027. A show for ages 3 and up, running on weekends and during school holidays. [Read more]
From 3 years old
La Graine d'oreille: a story for young audiences at the Théâtre Darius Milhaud
La Graine d’oreille returns to the Théâtre Darius Milhaud from October 11, 2026, to January 3, 2027. A 35-minute tale created and performed by Marie De Oliveira, featuring a pop-up book and puppets, for children ages 2 to 12. [Read more]
From 2 years old
Yvelines Theatre 2026: 50 free performances in the 78
Yvelines Théâtre is back from October 16 to November 15, 2026, presenting 50 free performances across the department. Theatre, circus, magic and puppetry form the lineup of this second edition. [Read more]
Dragon Tamers: A Tale for 8 and Up at Paris-Villette
Les Dompteurs de Dragons blends storytelling, shadows and music at Théâtre Paris-Villette, from October 16 to November 1, 2026. The XouY company’s new production targets children aged eight and up and is performed in French Sign Language (LSF). [Read more]
From 8 years old
All Saints’ Day 2026: Tours and Music at the Château de Fontainebleau
For All Saints’ Day 2026, the Château de Fontainebleau is offering family-friendly, theatrical tours, the Queen’s Concerts, and exhibitions centered on Marie-Antoinette. A program to discover from October 17 to November 1. [Read more]
The Hunchback of Notre-Dame, a family-friendly show at Studio Marigny
The Hunchback of Notre-Dame, by Olivier Solivérès, will be staged at Studio Marigny in Paris from October 10, 2026 to January 2, 2027. This Victor Hugo adaptation blends theatre, song, and commedia dell’arte and welcomes children as young as 3. [Read more]
From 3 years old
All Saints’ holidays 2026 at the Philharmonie: concerts and family workshops
During the All Saints’ Day holidays in 2026, the Philharmonie de Paris offers family concerts, storytelling and workshops. On October 31, Moroccan music is showcased, for children aged 6 or 7 and up, depending on the session. [Read more]
From 4 years old
Zélie the Pirate: The Family Musical Returns to the Apollo Théâtre
Zélie la Pirate returns to Paris at the Apollo Théâtre from October 17, 2026. A musical show for ages 3 and up, co-written by Aurélie Cabrel, starring Juliette Lefebvre and a crew of four performers. [Read more]
From 3 years old
Potted Potter returns to Théâtre du Gymnase: the Harry Potter saga in 70 minutes
Potted Potter returns to the Théâtre du Gymnase in Paris from October 17, 2026 to January 17, 2027. This French-language parody distills the seven Harry Potter books into 70 minutes. Discover our review of the first season. [Read more]
From 6 years old
Molang in chill mode: a family outing at the Paris Aquarium
From October 17, 2026, to January 3, 2027, Molang and Piu Piu accompany visitors on a tour of the Aquarium de Paris. A 15-minute show and optional booklets round out this ocean-themed experience. [Read more]
Gina: puppet show and shareable pasta at Théâtre du Chariot
Gina invites families into her kitchen at Théâtre du Chariot in Paris, running until November 1, 2026. From age 4, this puppet show weaves Italian memories, pasta making, and a tasting after the performance. [Read more]
From 4 years old
Moustache Island: a kids’ rap concert in Paris
Moustache Island invites children on an imaginary journey at the Juliette Récamier Theatre, from October 17 to December 19, 2026. An interactive rap concert suitable for ages 7 and up, as listed by the box office. [Read more]
From 7 years old
All Saints’ Day 2026 at MuAM: science show and family workshops
From October 17 to November 1, 2026, the Museum of Arts and Crafts offers science performances, workshops and tours for families. The Science Show returns on October 24 and 25 at 3 p.m. [Read more]
From 4 years old
Grandeur Nature: a show for children aged 3 and up at Paris-Villette
Grandeur Nature presents a wordless voyage into the imagination of childhood, at Théâtre Paris-Villette from October 18 to November 1, 2026. A Magalie Nadaud creation to discover for ages 3 and up. [Read more]
From 3 years old
Les Folies Gruss: a premier equestrian show in Paris, the 2026–2027 season
Les Folies Gruss present their equestrian musical comedy and vaudeville show in Paris until March 28, 2027. The 2026–2027 season unfolds in a brand-new venue at the Carrefour des Cascades, in the Bois de Boulogne. [Read more]
Volte: the new show by Cirque d’Hiver Bouglione
Volte brings together flying trapeze, acrobatics, diabolo and breakdance at the Cirque d’Hiver Bouglione in Paris. A two-hour show for all the family, running until March 7, 2027. [Read more]
The Canterville Ghost: a family show in Paris
The Canterville Ghost, based on Oscar Wilde, is suitable for ages 5 and up. It runs at La Folie Théâtre through November 1, 2026, then at L’Essaïon from November 7 to January 27, 2027. Our review of an earlier run. [Read more]
From 5 years old
The Illustrated Critical Spirit: a show for ages 7 and up in Paris's Plaine district
The Illustrated Critical Mind blends burlesque theater, magic, and songs to address misinformation for audiences from age 7. On view at Espace Paris Plaine from October 27 to November 8, 2026, during the All Saints’ Day holidays. [Read more]
From 7 years old
Cinderella at Théâtre de la Madeleine: a manga-inspired retelling of the tale
Cinderella, adapted by Rébecca Stella and Danielle Barthélemy, returns to the Théâtre de la Madeleine in Paris from October 17 to December 27, 2026. A manga-inspired version of the fairy tale, suitable for ages 5 and up. [Read more]
From 5 years old
The Story of the Beautiful Plump Worm: Puppet Show for Ages 18 Months and Up in Paris
The Story of the Handsome, Plump Worm blends storytelling, puppetry, violin and accordion at the Folie Théâtre in Paris. This 35-minute show is for children aged 18 months to 6 years and runs through November 29, 2026. [Read more]
Little Lessons in Great Music: Julien Joubert at the Essaïon
At the Essaïon, Julien Joubert turns a randomly selected poem into a song with the audience. Petites leçons de grande musique runs on Mondays at 7 p.m. until January 18, 2027. [Read more]
Augustin, Pirate of the Indies at La Folie Théâtre — for ages 4 and up
Augustin, Pirate of the Indies returns to Paris, at the Folie Théâtre, from November 4, 2026, to January 3, 2027. This interactive adventure introduces children aged 4 to 10 to spices. [Read more]
From 4 years old
Guignol at Parly 2: three free shows on November 4, 2026
On Wednesday, November 4, 2026, the Guignol puppet theater is offering three free performances, with no booking required, at Parly 2 in Le Chesnay-Rocquencourt. Shows are at 11:30 a.m., 2:30 p.m. and 4 p.m. in the Central Square, on Level 0. [Read more]
Michka: A Christmas Tale at Folie Théâtre, for ages 3 and up
Michka, Marie Colmont’s story published by Père Castor, returns to the Folie Théâtre from November 4, 2026, to January 3, 2027. A 45-minute musical show for children ages 3 to 8. [Read more]
From 3 years old
Shakespeare Stories: six musical plays at Le Lucernaire
From November 4, 2026 to January 17, 2027, Ned Grujic presents Shakespeare Stories at the Lucernaire: three two-play programs, alternating, for ages 8 and up. [Read more]
From 8 years old
Playground 2026: the children's dance festival in Île-de-France
Playground returns from November 4 to 29, 2026 in Île-de-France. This fifth edition offers dance performances for young audiences, from infancy through adolescence. [Read more]
Cinderella, the new immersive show at the Château de Maisons, in Maisons-Laffitte (78)
What if Cinderella left the pages behind to step into real life? From November 6 to December 13, 2026, discover the Château de Maisons’ new immersive show in Maisons-Laffitte (78), where the tale is lived from the inside, blending historic splendor and magic up to the stroke of midnight. [Read more]
Little Tuk: Andersen’s musical fairy tale in Eaubonne
La Petite Tuk, a musical tale by Joachim Latarjet based on Andersen, returns to the Orange Bleue in Eaubonne on November 7, 2026. An adaptation combining theater, singing and live music, for ages 8 and up. [Read more]
From 8 years old
Baby Concerts: musical moments for the littlest ones and their families in Paris
The Lamoureux Orchestra’s Baby Concerts offer 30 minutes of music for children aged 0 to 5. Discover the 2026–2027 dates at the Théâtre de l’Atelier, Salle Gaveau and Seine Musicale, with tickets starting at €10. [Read more]
Les P’tits Baudets: children’s shows for late 2026
Kakamü, an introduction to opera and stories about a favourite cuddly toy: Les Trois Baudets welcomes children aged two and up in November and December 2026. Tickets cost €7; both performances of Doudou are sold out. [Read more]
From 2 years old
In Santa's homeland: a family-friendly show lands at Théâtre Marigny
In the land of Father Christmas, written and directed by Olivier Solivérès, comes to Théâtre Marigny from November 11, 2026. This musical runs 1 hour and 15 minutes and welcomes children aged 3 and up. [Read more]
From 3 years old
Lilly, the musical is back at the Théâtre de la Tour Eiffel
Lilly, the musical returns to the Théâtre de la Tour Eiffel from November 14, 2026 to January 2, 2027. Lou Deleuze and Jenna Otmani share the role of Lilly in this family-friendly musical directed by Mau. [Read more]
The Christmas Marmots Race at Mélo d’Amélie in Paris
The Christmas Marmots Race is back in Paris from 14 November 2026 to 2 January 2027 at Le Mélo d’Amélie, with eleven shows for children aged 4 to 8. [Read more]
From 4 years old
The Grrôle of Christmas: the musical comedy returns to the Gaîté Rive Gauche
The Grrôle de Noël, a family-friendly musical comedy by the Safa brothers inspired by The Grinch, returns to La Gaîté Rive-Gauche from November 15 to December 30, 2026. The show lasts 1h10 and is suitable for children from age 3. [Read more]
From 3 years old
Croq’Musique: workshops and concerts for ages 3–12 at Cortot
The Croq’Musique Sundays bring together workshops and concerts for children aged 3 to 12 at the École normale de musique de Paris and the Salle Cortot. The next event is on November 15, 2026, and will explore rhythms with Solesne Loy. [Read more]
From 3 years old
The Real Story of Santa Claus: the immersive show returns to the Grand Hotel of Dreams
From November 21, 2026 to January 3, 2027, the Grand Hôtel des Rêves welcomes a very special guest... Santa Claus! Experience an immersion into the heart of the story of the most beloved bearded figure among children this winter in Paris. [Read more]
From 4 years old
Anouk and the Blue Bird: A Christmas Tale at the Manufacture des Abbesses
Anouk and the Blue Bird is playing at the Manufacture des Abbesses from November 21, 2026 to January 3, 2027. This family tale, suitable for ages 6 and up, explores fear and memories passed down by a grandfather. [Read more]
From 6 years old
OVO: The vibrant Cirque du Soleil show set to light up the Arena Porte de la Chapelle in November 2026
From November 26 to 29, 2026, Cirque du Soleil will take over the Arena Porte de la Chapelle with OVO, a dazzling show celebrating the vibrant world of insects. Driven by lively Brazilian rhythms and a dreamlike set design, this production transports viewers into an ecosystems where juggling ants, soaring butterflies, and bouncing crickets showcase breathtaking acrobatic feats. [Read more]
In the Ogre’s House: Carole Thibaut in Ivry-sur-Seine
Carole Thibaut presents In the Ogre’s House at the Théâtre Antoine Vitez in Ivry-sur-Seine on November 27 and 28, 2026. A fable about coercive control within the family, the theater recommends it for ages 12 and up. [Read more]
From 12 years old
Odyssey: The Stars of the Beijing Circus at Cirque Phénix
The Stars of the Beijing Circus present Odyssey at Cirque Phénix in Paris from 28 November 2026 to 10 January 2027. A family-friendly show featuring 40 acrobats, especially recommended during the Christmas holidays. [Read more]
Les Tazz: a children's concert at the Théâtre de la Tour Eiffel
The characters from Éric Coudert’s books leap to life in Les Tazz, a family-friendly concert at the Théâtre de la Tour Eiffel. Six performances are scheduled from November 29 to December 24, 2026. [Read more]
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Dates and Opening Time
From November 1, 2026 to November 30, 2026
