With toddlers, children or teenagers, there's always something magical about an outing to one of Paris's theaters, concert halls or performance venues. Whether you're going for a circus show,acrobatics, magic, dance or music, there's no shortage of ways to introduce your little ones to the performing arts, with some great suggestions adapted (and recommended) by age group.
Attending family shows in Paris is an entertaining and enriching experience. Whether it's theater, music, dance or circus, shows stimulate children's imaginations, transport them into fantastic worlds and encourage their creativity, making them travel, dream and live in new universes for the duration of a performance! It's also an opportunity to spend time together as a family, to develop your children's knowledge and imagination, and to offer them an enchanted interlude, a journey of less than an hour to imaginary lands, to the heart of the ocean, to Santa Claus' land... From songs to participatory or immersive shows, discover the shows to see with your family and children in Paris and the Paris Region in July 2024!
Family shows in Paris and the Île-de-France region in July 2024:
What to see this week in Paris? Plays and shows not to be missed
Plays and shows to see this week in Paris: comedies, dance, humor, magic, cabaret... Our selection of must-see events. [Read more]
Circuses in Paris, shows with and without big tops, now and in the future
Immerse yourself in the world of circus shows in Paris, and enjoy magical, unforgettable experiences. [Read more]
Children's shows in Paris: what to see with the whole family right now!
Looking for a great family outing in Paris? We've got a list of not-to-be-missed shows for kids! Discover the great family program for young and old that awaits you in the capital! [Read more]
Mon grand-père, les Jeux et moi (My Grandfather, the Games and Me): the family play about the Olympic Games at Le Funambule
From July 6 to November 3, 2024, the Funambule de Montmartre is putting on a pretty show, blending a sense of family, sport and the Olympic Games. [Read more]
Teens on vacation, parents in pain: the theatrical comedy to see with the whole family this summer
Until Sunday, September 1, the Oberkampf comedy club in the 11th arrondissement of Paris presents a real-life comedy about parent-teen relationships: why not go as a family? [Read more]
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 9 years old
Cirque Le Roux: a contemporary circus company playing with theater and film
With three successful shows to its credit, Cirque Le Roux is revolutionizing the circus world with innovative creations. In addition to acrobatics and dance steps, the company adds theater and cinematographic elements to each show. [Read more]
Mission aux Invalides: a nocturnal immersive investigation game at the Musée de l'Armée
A life-size investigation game and an immersion in the collections of the Musée de l'Armée: this is the experience you can enjoy at Les Invalides once a month! [Read more]
From 12 years old
Les trois petits cochons, a family show at the Essaïon theater
From March 30 to July 24, 2024, the Three Little Pigs await you at the Théâtre l'Essaïon, in the 14th arrondissement, to help them face the Big Bad Wolf. With the whole family and toddlers aged 1 and over, come and join us for a great, fun-filled adventure! [Read more]
From 1 year old
Les Pestacles 2024, the music festival for kids in the Parc Floral
Les Pestacles at the Parc Floral de Paris is the must-see summer event for families from June 26 to September 4, 2024. Imagine concerts of all kinds, shows, dance, workshops and discovery trails, all set in the pleasant, flower-filled surroundings of the Bois de Vincennes. [Read more]
Dates and Opening Time
From July 1, 2024 to July 31, 2024
