Looking for a family show to see in Paris on Sunday, November 1, 2026? For this All Saints’ Day holiday, check out a selection of theater productions for young audiences and shows for children.
Recommended ages and runtimes vary from production to production. Check performance dates and times at each venue before booking for November 1.
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]
ARBRE: Circus Théâtre Bormann unveils its new enchanted show
Sponsored - For more than eight generations, the Bormann family has been fueling the heartbeat of Paris with its iconic theatre-circus. Through their new show ARBRE, this troupe of artists aims to honor its roots while delivering a pioneering sensory immersion into a universe where the circus meets the pressing challenges of sustainable development! [Read more]
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]
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]
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]
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]
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]
Singin’ in the Rain at the Lido: the cast unveiled
Singin’ in the Rain arrives at the Théâtre du Lido in Paris from 17 September 2026. Ashley Day, Maddie Waller, and Charlie Waddell star in this new production directed by Robert Carsen. [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]
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]
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]
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]
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]
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 17 October 2026. A manga‑inspired retelling of the tale, suitable for ages five and up. [Read more]
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]
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]
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]
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 wondrous show to discover with the family from age 5! Loosely adapted from Claude Ponti’s The Neverending Tree (L’Arbre sans fin), L’Arbre d’Hipollène returns to Paris at the Apollo Theatre. Franceinfo’s editors’ coup de cœur at the Festival Off Avignon 2022 and rated 10/10 on BilletRéduc. A family outing to discover from age 5 in Paris! [Read more]
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]
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]
Toto live in person with the show "The Tales of Toto" at Scène Montparnasse
Sponsored - Toto finally hits the stage! You know his stories… but you’ve never seen him like this before! Stories. Songs. Nonsense. And above all… Toto live!
TOTO'S STORIES: A show for kids… and for anyone who has ever been a child at La Scène Montparnasse – Paris. Starting October 10, at 2:30 PM on Saturdays and Sundays and almost every day during the holidays! Suitable 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]
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]
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]
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]
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]
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]
For other dates, also see our guide to children’s shows in Paris.
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Dates and Opening Time
On November 1, 2026
