Understanding science while having fun in museums and institutions is one thing, but at the grandes écoles and universités, it's even better! On the occasion of the Fête de la Science, Parisian and Île-de-France schools and universities invite you to workshops, activities and talks from 2 to 12 October 2026. A great opportunity to deepen your knowledge or discover the hidden, but above all unconventional, side of science in its broadest sense!
Fête de la Science: discover the origins of this free, family-friendly scientific event
The Fête de la Science is the not-to-be-missed October event for fans of scientific experiments and new knowledge! Discover the history of this event, born in the capital! [Read more]
Every year, many of the world's leading higher education establishments welcome you to discover the work of the researchers working and teaching there, as well as inspiring vocations in young people through a wide range of educational workshops. The idea too? To help you understand everything there is to know about science.
Physics, chemistry, mathematics, biology, astronomy, geology, anthropology... These are just some of the scientific disciplines covered during the Fête de la Science! It's a great opportunity to learn about science in all its forms, and to understand the challenges of research in France, and their impact on your daily life. All that's left for you to do is make your choice of visit, folks!
Science Festival 2026 at Paris Nanterre University: free invitations
Sponsored - Like every year, the campuses of Paris Nanterre University become, for three days, a genuine science festival! On Saturday, October 10, Nanterre will host an afternoon dedicated to science featuring hands-on workshops, exhibitions, games, tours and encounters. Archaeology, ecology, programming, psychology, nutrition — and, of course, critical thinking! Free registration. [Read more]
Fête de la Science 2026 at Université Paris Cité: the must-attend events you won’t want to miss!
Sponsored - From Thursday, October 1 to Monday, October 12, Université Paris Cité celebrates the Science Festival! This year’s theme, “Scholarly Flavors,” shines a light on a program that features no fewer than 80 free events—just as original and playful as they are educational: interactive workshops, lab tours, roundtables, and even a theatre performance! [Read more]
Saint-Cyr-l’École (78) marks the 2026 Science Festival
Workshops, encounters and scientific discoveries await the public in Saint-Cyr-l’École, in the Yvelines, for the 2026 Science Festival, from October 2 to 12, 2026. This new edition, dedicated to "Saveurs Savantes," explores taste, nutrition and the food challenges of tomorrow. [Read more]
Science Festival 2026: Behind the Scenes of Video Games at ISART Digital
The public is invited to go behind the scenes of digital creation at ISART Digital during the 2026 Science Festival. From technology, to 3D animation and video game development, the school puts the spotlight on the scientific disciplines that operate behind the screen. [Read more]
Science Festival 2026 in Paris: the highlights at the Pierre-and-Marie-Curie campus
Meet researchers, observe experiments, or take part in workshops: that’s what visitors can expect on the Jussieu campus during the 2026 Science Festival. Sorbonne University is organizing several events there from October 2 to 12. [Read more]
Science Festival 2026: the full lineup of free science workshops and activities in Paris Cité
On the occasion of the 2026 Science Festival, running from October 2 to 12, Université Paris Cité will host several days of workshops and activities designed to make the core principles of science accessible to the general public. All activities are free. [Read more]
Science Festival 2026 in Paris: hands-on experiments and guided tours at the Collège de France
The Science Festival is back from October 2 to 12, 2026! Across France, a wide array of free events for all ages will showcase scientific culture, including at the Collège de France, whose doors will be open to everyone on Saturday, October 3. [Read more]
What to do for the 2026 Science Festival at the National School of Bridges and Roads?
From October 2 to 12, 2026, the Fête de la Science returns for another edition, this time under the theme Savory Science. For the occasion, numerous workshops are being organized at the National School of Bridges and Roads. [Read more]
Science Festival in Cergy (Val-d'Oise): what to do for the 2026 edition?
The Science Festival lands in Cergy (95) with a program designed to make research and science accessible to everyone, through experiments, discussions and activities around the theme “Scholarly Flavors,” from October 2 to 12, 2026. [Read more]
Science Festival 2026: An immersive journey into the human body at Necker-Enfants Malades Hospital
This Saturday, October 10, 2026, Necker-Enfants Malades Hospital is opening its doors to the public for the Science Festival. The program features numerous activities and workshops designed to help you discover all the secrets of the human body. [Read more]
Versailles Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines Observatory (78): the Science Festival 2026
In Guyancourt (78), the Versailles Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines Observatory invites the public to the 2026 Science Festival on October 12. The organizers will soon unveil the planned activities. [Read more]
Science Festival 2026 at École Polytechnique: activities, tours and an escape room this Saturday
École Polytechnique opens its doors to the Science Festival on Saturday, October 10, 2026, with activities and workshops designed to let people of all ages discover science in a playful way. [Read more]
Science Festival 2026: Exploring chemical transformations in the kitchen at Chimie ParisTech
On Saturday, October 3 and Sunday, October 4, 2026, the Fête de la Science is back at Chimie ParisTech. A weekend of activities to discover this Parisian engineering school, for families or friends. [Read more]
Science Festival 2026: Free workshops at the National School of Physics, Chemistry and Biology
The Science Festival is back, running from October 2 to 12, 2026, for a new edition. On this occasion, the National School of Physics, Chemistry and Biology invites you to explore its campus and participate in a range of workshops. [Read more]
Science Festival 2026: Explore radioactivity at ESCPI Paris — PSL University
Science Festival is back for a new edition, from October 2 to 12, 2026: an opportunity to explore PSL University and take part in several hands-on science activities. [Read more]
Science Festival 2026 in Port-Marly (Yvelines): a family-friendly program to discover.
The Science Festival makes its big return in 2026, running from October 2 to 12. To mark the occasion, a wide array of activities and workshops are being organized, notably in Port-Marly in the Yvelines department. [Read more]
Dates and Opening Time
From October 2, 2026 to October 12, 2026
Prices
Free
Official website
www.fetedelascience.fr
Fête de la Science: discover the origins of this free, family-friendly scientific event
