The autumn holidays, it runs from October 17 to November 1, 2026. Are you headed for a family outing in the Île-de-France region? Great timing, during the school holidays, lots of amazing activities and programs await, keeping both kids and adults happy. So are you ready to enjoy some wonderful Francilien getaways with the kids?
What if we told you that you could take full advantage of the great events in Paris and the surrounding area without spending a cent? Yes, in this guide you'll find lots of ideas for free family outings during the All Saints' Day vacations. Perfect for preparing your stay and keeping the kids busy. One thing's for sure: you'll be coming back to school with lots of great memories!
And do you know what? This guide is updated as we make new discoveries. To make sure you don't miss out on any free All Saints' Day vacation deals, be sure to check this page regularly.
Pop Art Car 2.0: a free exhibition blending pop art, design and digital culture on the Champs-Élysées
Sponsored - From September 24, 2026 to January 31, 2027, pop art car 2.0 takes over Renault’s showcase on the Champs-Élysées, at 53 Avenue des Champs-Élysées in Paris. With a mix of historical works, never-before-seen digital pieces and automobiles, this free exhibition brings together artists Sébastien Preschoux, Popay, Victor Vasarely and Julio Le Parc. Not to mention the all-new show car, the Renault 8 Gordini Concept, unveiled in a world premiere. [Read more]
Exhibition Through the Ages: Bulgarian Traditional Costumes
Sponsored - Paris hosts a collection of authentic pieces, testifying to another era and to traditional craftsmanship. Head to the Bulgarian Cultural Institute through November 20, 2026. [Read more]
Mungo Thomson — Monument : Bronze-wrapped packaging and a candle film at Lafayette Anticipations
Monument, Mungo Thomson’s new exhibition at Lafayette Anticipations in Paris (October 21–November 29, 2026), transforms everyday objects and images into sculptures and films. In the courtyard, bronze-wrapped packaging competes with a stop-motion film made from thousands of candles taken from books. A quirky, offbeat take on what we choose to keep that invites you to go and see it. [Read more]
Hélène Fauquet: Vivresse — bubbles, shells and photography at Lafayette Anticipations — our photos
Hélène Fauquet presents Vivresse, a photography and sculpture exhibition on the top floor of Lafayette Anticipations in Paris, running from October 21, 2026 to January 3, 2027. Straddling the line between image and object, her work questions perception, materiality, and the transformation of forms — a visit that invites viewers to see the surroundings and their motifs in a new light. [Read more]
Yu Nishimura: the Towards the Sea exhibition at Lafayette Anticipations
Japanese artist Yu Nishimura presents the exhibition Towards the Sea at Lafayette Anticipations in Paris, from October 21, 2026 to January 3, 2027. This first institutional solo exhibition in France brings together around fifty works focused on landscape, memory, and the sea. [Read more]
Prune Nourry’s Exhibition at the Petit Palais: Visionaries, 18 Overlooked Women Sculptors Reveal Themselves
The free exhibition Visionaries by Prune Nourry lands at the Petit Palais in Paris’ 8th arrondissement, running from October 20, 2026 to January 24, 2027: eighteen monumental busts restore the faces of the forgotten women sculptors in art history. [Read more]
Let the games begin: playful workshops and enchanted worlds for the holidays at Little Villette
During the All Saints’ Day school break, come play at Little Villette during the special “Place aux jeux” weekend! A free family outing to enjoy on October 21, 24, 25 and 28, 2026. [Read more]
Outsider Paris 2026: the outsider art fair takes over the Bastille Design Center in Paris
Outsider' Paris, the Brut Art Fair, returns with a brand-new edition at the Bastille Design Center, from October 20 to 25, 2026. A free event for art lovers and the curious about Paris. [Read more]
An unconventional tour "Voyage": a poetic, cultural, gastronomic and artistic journey.
Sponsored - The poetic, sensory cultural experience "Voyage" awaits you at the Atelier des Rêves in the 14th arrondissement on Saturday, October 24, from 2:30 to 4:00 p.m. An event that blends a guided visit, tastings, and discovery. [Read more]
At the Edge of Imagination: a free exhibition blending art and ecology at the Pavillon Vendôme
The Clichy-la-Garenne Art Centre unveils "Aux frontières de l'imaginaire," a contemporary art exhibition free to visit from 14 October 2026 to 9 January 2027 at Pavillon Vendôme. [Read more]
Mondriaan Fund x Atelier Néerlandais: The Space Between Breaths, new exhibition by contemporary artists
Sponsored - During Art Basel Week Paris, the Mondriaan Fund and the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Paris present “The Space between Breaths” at the Atelier Néerlandais, a showcase of contemporary Dutch artists under the artistic direction of Julia Geerlings. Admission is free. [Read more]
All Saints’ Day 2026: Free activities by One Nation Paris
From October 17 to November 1, 2026, One Nation Paris Outlet will offer free zip lines, a maze, and a scavenger hunt themed around Día de los Muertos, at Les Clayes-sous-Bois. [Read more]
KHADI : a CANVAS, the free exhibition on Indian art and craftsmanship
Sponsored - KHADI : a CANVAS is an exhibition that probes the ongoing dialogue between khadi, art, and India's cultural heritage, weaving in the legacies of Mahatma Gandhi and Raja Ravi Varma. Don’t miss it—it's right in the heart of Paris, in the 7th arrondissement. Best of all, admission is free. [Read more]
Art Basel Paris 2026: a free exhibition of art and design by Charles Zana in an 18th‑century venue
On the occasion of Art Basel Paris 2026, architect and designer Charles Zana opens the doors to his new Paris venue with Something Else, an exhibition that blends art, furniture, and installations, to be showcased from October 21 to 25, 2026. [Read more]
Art Basel 2026: a free audiovisual installation by Gener8ion at the Grand Palais
As part of the new edition of Art Basel Paris, the duo Gener8ion takes over the Grand Palais with a brand-new audiovisual installation, free to visit in the Rotonde d’Antin from October 22 to 25, 2026. [Read more]
Live painting by Clément Herrmann at the Goldshteyn Saatort Gallery
L'artiste Clément Herrmann invites you to a Live Painting session using used spray cans at the Goldshteyn Saatort gallery, in Paris's 7th arrondissement, on Tuesday, October 20, 2026. From 2:00 PM to 6:45 PM, the artist will transform his studio waste into canvases for creation. [Read more]
Le Large on Île Seguin: Moteur Imaginaire opens to the public for free this weekend.
Le Large, the new contemporary art center on Île Seguin in Boulogne-Billancourt, opens its doors for free on October 17 and 18, 2026, with pre-registration, hosting Moteur Imaginaire, an exhibition where Renault’s collection intersects with today’s artists until March 7, 2027. We went to check out the venue and here’s everything you need to know. [Read more]
26 charming villages and strolls to discover near Paris, the treasures of Île-de-France
Get away from Paris with these 26 must-see getaways within 100 km of the capital. [Read more]
Discover Chevreuse: the Little Venice of the Yvelines and its lovely Petits Ponts walk
Just 40 minutes from Paris, Chevreuse, nicknamed the Little Venice of the Yvelines, offers a splendid stroll across its small bridges. This verdant setting, accessible by RER train, offers an unsuspectedly charming escape. We invite you to embark on a nature adventure between canals and picturesque paths! [Read more]
Moret-sur-Loing : Medieval and Impressionist city among the most beautiful detours in France
Discover Moret-sur-Loing, this medieval and impressionist city among the Most Beautiful Detours of France, only one hour from Paris. Visit this charming town, famous for its Sucre d'Orge, its royal city and the landscapes of Alfred Sisley. [Read more]
The Jardin du Luxembourg, an exotic setting in the heart of Paris
The Jardin du Luxembourg in Paris is a popular park with Parisians, who call it "le luco", and tourists alike. A bucolic and lively garden, it's a delight for those who choose to stroll here, especially with the arrival of fine weather! [Read more]
The Jardin du Souvenir in Paris, a place of remembrance dedicated to the victims of the attacks of November 13, 2015
In tribute to the victims of the attacks of November 13, 2015, the City of Paris inaugurated the Jardin du Souvenir on November 13, 2025, a place of remembrance located in the heart of the capital. Open to visitors since June 20, 2025 (and reopening on November 17 after the structures for the ceremony were dismantled), this garden was inaugurated on November 13 during a ceremony attended by Emmanuel Macron and the Mayor of Paris, paying tribute to those who lost their lives on that tragic day. [Read more]
Visiting the Sacré-Cœur in Montmartre: everything you need to know to discover it with your family
Can you visit the Sacré-Cœur with a stroller? How to avoid the stairs to reach the basilica, and can you climb the dome with small children? A family outing to Montmartre requires a few precautions, especially with a baby. Funicular, stroller, 280 steps to the dome, no elevator, and free access to the basilica: here’s what you need to know before you go. [Read more]
La Coulée Verte de Paris, the unusual and hidden walk from Bastille to Vincennes
Paris's Coulée Verte René-Dumont, formerly known as the Promenade Plantée, is a beautiful, little-known walk for Parisians, taking us on a verdant journey from the Bastille to the Bois de Vincennes over the Viaduc des Arts. It's an unusual and shady way to discover Paris, away from the hustle and bustle of the city. [Read more]
Science Festival 2026 in Paris: the science behind crime at the Police Prefecture Museum
How about an excursion to the scientific police for the 2026 Science Festival? That’s what the Museum of the Police Prefecture is offering from October 8 to 17. Note that these activities are reserved for a mature audience—please check the event’s access requirements. [Read more]
This medieval town, designated a Village of Character in Île-de-France, hides a wealth of treasures.
We head to Seine-et-Marne (77), less than an hour from Paris, to discover Nemours, a medieval town awarded the Village of Character label, tucked into the meanders of the Loing and rich with a heritage to explore year-round. The castle, museums and a sublime church make up a remarkable ensemble to discover. [Read more]
The Musée de Cluny's medieval garden: a bucolic journey back in time to the heart of the Middle Ages
In the heart of the Latin Quarter, behind the Musée de Cluny dedicated to the Middle Ages, nestles a pretty, bucolic garden accessible to all, with a view of the ruins: the Jardin Médiéval du Musée de Cluny. [Read more]
Halloween in Paris: Vedettes de Paris transform into pirate hideouts!
Sponsored - Looking for an original way to celebrate Halloween in Paris with the kids? This year, head to the banks of the Seine! From October 29 to 31, 2026, Vedettes de Paris turn pirate rendezvous for three days of free, festive activities at the foot of the Eiffel Tower. A fantastic way to enjoy the All Saints’ Day holidays as a family and give the children a one-of-a-kind adventure! [Read more]
Bois-le-Roi leisure center (77): free swimming and year-round sports activities.
Just a stone’s throw from the Fontainebleau forest, the Bois-le-Roi leisure complex is best known for its free swimming spot. Throughout the year, it’s also the go-to place to practice a wide range of outdoor sports. [Read more]
Montfort l'Amaury: discover the charming village, a medieval treasure of the Yvelines region
On the edge of the Rambouillet forest, Montfort l'Amaury reveals 1000 years of history. Discover this medieval village, its historic monuments and the charm of its cobbled streets. [Read more]
Dates and Opening Time
From October 17, 2026 to November 1, 2026
