What to do in Paris this weekend of October 10-11, 2026 with the kids ? From the banks of the Seine to the parks of the Hauts-de-Seine (92), from the Seine-Saint-Denis (93) to the Yvelines (78), to the strolls of the Val-d'Oise, passing by the Val-de-Marne and its picturesque quays, the region is buzzing in October. Exhibitions, adventures and sporting outings await the little ones!
This weekend, treat the family to some fun with the many activities on offer in the capital and its surroundings. Between events, performances and strolls, discover great ideas for family outings with the kids this nice weekend. By the way, remember to check this guide regularly: each week we share here updated ideas for family outings for the weekend. So, ready to experience a weekend of adventures in the capital? Follow the guide!



Venice Carnival at Breteuil Castle: the event scheduled for October 11, 2026 has been cancelled.
Venice Carnival, set for Sunday, October 11, 2026 in the gardens of Breteuil Castle, has been canceled, the estate has announced on its official website. The castle and its gardens remain open to visitors. [Read more]



Kids’ Street Festival 2026: Paris turns its streets into playgrounds
On Saturday, October 10, 2026, Paris will host its first Kids’ Street Festival. Nearly forty streets will offer free games, sporting activities, and festive activities to give children a different way to enjoy the public space. [Read more]



20Kids 2026: the kids’ race at the Paris 20km, a chance to go the distance like the grown-ups.
With the 2026 edition of the Paris 20km, the 20Kids—the children’s race held during the event—returns, giving the youngest participants the chance to start with a bib and receive a handsome finish medal on October 10. [Read more]



Apple Festival 2026 near Montmartre: market, tarts for a snack, and a community dance
On Saturday, October 10, 2026, the Apple Festival returns to Boulevard de Clichy for Montmartre’s Harvest Festival. From 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m., this free and popular event brings together visitors with a lineup of creative workshops, tastings and festive activities. [Read more]



Pasteur Day, the open-house event with free activities for children at the Pasteur Institute
Watch a microscope in action, step into a lab, and meet scientists: the Pasteur Institute is hosting Pasteurday on October 10, 2026. A free Open Day in Paris, with a wide range of activities designed for children. [Read more]



October Pink 2026: a charity, family-friendly Color Run at Montmorency Sports Park
To support the fight against breast cancer, the town of Montmorency invites you to a charity run that’s both heartwarming and a blast, this Sunday, October 11, 2026. Come take part in the Color Run at Nelson Mandela Sports Park! [Read more]



Viva México 2026: a screening of Mexican cinema for children in Paris
The Viva México festival also has its youngest viewers in mind. On Sunday, October 11, 2026, the Luminor Hôtel de Ville will host Ciné Niño, a screening of Mexican short films followed by a discussion and a creative workshop for ages 5 and up. [Read more]



WYRD: the tabletop role-playing festival at Cité Fertile in Pantin
The WYRD festival lands at Cité Fertile in Pantin on October 11, 2026. On the program: on-stage tabletop role-playing games, starter sessions, talks, and meet-and-greets with independent creators. [Read more]



Science Festival 2026: our pick of 10 family-friendly activities in Paris and the surrounding area
How to talk to kids about science without making them feel like they’re back in class? From October 2 to 12, 2026, the Science Festival is bursting with experiments, workshops and games across Paris and the Île-de-France region, with ten family activities to discover. [Read more]



Versailles goes dark this Saturday for Night Day 2026.
The Night of Darkness 2026 plunges a slice of Versailles into darkness this Saturday, October 10. On the Place d’Armes, facing the château, astronomy clubs set up their telescopes for a free viewing of the starry sky. [Read more]



Montmartre Harvest Festival 2026 in Paris — here's what's in store for you.
Montmartre’s Harvest Festival returns to the heights of the hill in Paris from Wednesday, October 7 to Sunday, October 11, 2026, with a program packed full of unmissable festivities. Taste Trail, grand parade, closing ball, and of course visits to the famous vines. Here’s what awaits you in Montmartre in the coming days. [Read more]



Halloween 2026 at Disneyland Paris: shows, activities... the season’s lineup
At Disneyland Paris, Disney Villains set the tone for the Disney Halloween Festival, running from September 26 to November 1, 2026. Mickey's Cavalcade, meet-and-greets with characters, and celebrations until 11 p.m. on October 31 — here is the schedule and the new features of this edition. [Read more]



Montmartre Harvest Festival 2026: the must-see activities for families with kids
In Montmartre, the new wine vintage is celebrated at the 2026 Fête des Vendanges, from October 7 to 11. With family, it’s the perfect time to stock up on great deals and activities. [Read more]



Family-friendly deal: a free weekend for families with kids at the Museum of Liberation.
On Saturday, October 10 and Sunday, October 11, 2026, the Liberation Museum is hosting another edition of its Family Weekend. The program includes museum tours and interactive games for the whole family. [Read more]



Fête à Neuneu 2026: The funfair returns to the Bois de Boulogne starting this Friday.
La Fête à Neuneu returns to the Bois de Boulogne in Paris, from August 28 to October 11, 2026. Thrill rides, attractions for kids, and free parades bring this back-to-school fair to life, opening with a charity evening in support of the firefighters. [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]



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]



Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater set to return to Paris in 2026.
The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater returns to the Paris Palais des Congrès from October 7 to 11, 2026, presenting two programs that fuse the Alvin Ailey legacy with contemporary works. [Read more]



Tree: the enchanting show at Bormann Circus Theatre
Sponsored - For over eight generations, the Bormann family has been capturing the heart of Paris with their iconic circus. With their new show, ARBRE, this family of performers aims to honor their roots while offering a groundbreaking sensory experience that blends the magic of the circus with themes of sustainable development. Book your tickets now for the Christmas holidays! [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]



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]



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]



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]



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]



Festival International du Cirque des Mureaux 2026: a family-friendly show in the Yvelines
The International Circus Festival of Les Mureaux is back from October 9 to 11, 2026 in the Yvelines, with a program of extraordinary acts ranging from the aerial hoop to the clown, not to mention impressive juggling performances, for the whole family! [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]



FRASQUES, the Galactik Ensemble’s acrobatic circus show, delightfully bonkers, at Théâtre Silvia Monfort
Sponsored - Between catastrophes, gags and poetry, the wildly daring acrobats of the Galactik Ensemble premiere at Théâtre Silvia Monfort their new show Frasques, delivering a high-voltige circus filled with humor and tenderness, on stage from October 8 to 17, 2026. Suitable for ages 7 and up, the performance works equally well for a family outing or for discovering contemporary circus with friends. [Read more]



The Lion King: Four neurodivergent performances at Théâtre Mogador
The Lion King is offering four inclusive performances for neurodiverse audiences at the Mogador Theatre, starting October 11, 2026. The season also includes shows adapted for blind and visually impaired, deaf and hard-of-hearing audiences. [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]



Career and guidance tip: France's largest QS fair rolls into Paris!
Sponsored - Avis aux étudiants, jeunes diplômés et professionnels : the QS event is making a grand return to Paris in a brand-new format. Between the largest Masters fair ever held in France and a 100% tailor-made MBA space, it’s the must-attend stop to boost your international career. It’s on October 10, 2026, and entry is free with registration (link in the article). [Read more]



Chelles Swap and Flea Market, Cider Festival: the 77 flea markets this weekend
Flea markets and garage sales in Seine-et-Marne (77) keep the pace on October 10-11, 2026, featuring the Troc et Puces de Chelles, a cider festival in Beton-Bazoches, and about twenty sales stretching from Coulommiers to Seine-Port. [Read more]



Where to find a flea market or garage sale in the Paris suburbs this weekend, October 10–11?
No need to stay in Paris to snag great finds! This weekend, October 10–11, 2026, flea markets and garage sales are popping up across the Paris suburbs. Discover the schedule. [Read more]



Troc et Puces de Chelles: More than 300 exhibitors this Sunday, October 11
Le Troc et Puces de Chelles returns to the Coudreaux district in Seine-et-Marne on Sunday, October 11, 2026, with more than 300 exhibitors, private individuals and professionals, for one of the East Île-de-France region’s premier autumn flea markets. [Read more]



CANCELLED - Science Festival 2026 in Paris: events on the Pierre-and-Marie-Curie campus
ANNULÉ - Meet researchers, observe experiments or take part in workshops: that’s what visitors can expect at Sorbonne Université’s Pierre and Marie Curie campus during the Science Festival 2026. Sorbonne Université has scheduled several events from October 2 to 12. [Read more]



Science Festival 2026: what’s on at the National School of Bridges and Roads (77)
To mark the 2026 Science Festival, the National School of Bridges and Roads, based in the Seine-et-Marne department, is hosting a wide range of science workshops. [Read more]



Gagny Harvest Festival 2026: activities, local producers and grand parade this weekend in Seine-Saint-Denis
In Gagny, the grape harvest festival feels like a major community celebration. On October 10 and 11, 2026, producers, associations, and residents come together around the grapes, the terroir, the floats, and a guinguette open to all. [Read more]



Spooktacular : A market of over 80 artisans for Halloween in Guignes (77)
Spooktacular transforms the Place de Vitry in Guignes, Seine-et-Marne, into an artisan market centered on Halloween and Samhain, on October 10 and 11, 2026. For this fourth edition, more than 80 artisans are slated to participate, with activities, costumes, and on-site dining. [Read more]



Saint-Denis' Royal Routes 2026: Schedules and Arrival at the Stade de France
The Voies Royales take place on Sunday, October 11, 2026, in Saint-Denis, offering a half-marathon, a 10K, and two 5K options, finishing on the Stade de France track. [Read more]



Science Festival 2026: Workshops at the City of Paris’ Educational Issues Hub
From October 2 to 12, 2026, the Science Festival is back for a new edition: at the Paris Center for Educational Issues, several workshops and activities are planned for the occasion, aimed at children and teenagers. [Read more]



D'LYR: The new temple of virtual reality and immersive entertainment on Paris's doorstep
Sponsored - Try D'LYR, the new immersive venue in Colombres, perfect for challenging your friends, colleagues, and family in virtual reality before extending the evening with a drink! [Read more]



Oral-B's Dental Health Mission: the free tour stops in Paris and Île-de-France.
Sponsored - From September 29 to October 17, 2026, Oral-B’s Dental Health Mission will offer a free program across Île-de-France focused on oral hygiene. [Read more]



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]



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]



Halloween 2026: Halloween Evenings are back at AccroCamp
Sponsored - Frights guaranteed: AccroCamp Halloween Evenings return on Saturday, October 24 and Saturday, October 31, 2026, at all tree-top adventure parks across Île-de-France. A total nighttime immersion, blending adrenaline, chills, and big laughs, to be enjoyed with family or friends in a 100% Halloween ambiance. [Read more]



Welcome to Paris! Your Practical Guide "Paris, I Love You"
Sponsored - Discover a personalized concierge with Paris je t'aime: a dedicated platform to plan activities, find restaurants, or discover events! [Read more]



The Eiffel Tower in virtual reality: relive its construction and the 1889 World's Fair
Discover the immersive virtual reality guided tour of the Eiffel Tower in Paris, brought to you by Viality Tour. Step into the heart of the Champ de Mars and relive the construction and the 1889 inauguration of the Iron Lady. A brand-new version, truer to history than ever, launched on March 31, 2026. To mark the occasion, we have a promo code for you! [Read more]



Miami Boulevard is a one-of-a-kind, festive restaurant-club, and an all-you-can-eat weekend brunch.
Sponsored - Miami Boulevard, located in the 1st arrondissement of Paris, is expanding its unlimited brunch offering with a new menu featuring fresh recipes and a wider selection of grilled dishes and barbecue, while keeping its all-you-can-eat, all-inclusive package at €29 per adult, available Saturdays and Sundays. [Read more]



iFLY Paris: Indoor Skydiving for an Unconventional Flying Experience
Sponsored - iFLY Paris welcomes the general public, companies, and seasoned athletes for indoor skydiving in a giant glass tube. iFLY lets you fly, risk-free and with no prior experience, from ages 5 to 105! Soar! [Read more]



Unique Paris Tour by Open-Top Bus with Big Bus – SPECIAL DISCOUNT CODE
Sponsored - Panoramic views of Paris, flexibility, multilingual audio guides—discover an unusual tour of Paris on a double-decker bus with Big Bus, with a 15% discount on certain dates. [Read more]



The Edge: a one-of-a-kind virtual reality experience in Paris!
Sponsored - The Edge takes you on a breathtaking virtual reality journey. Hop over to Ganymede, the galaxy’s most mysterious planet! Play as a robot-avatar, assemble your team, and set out to explore an abandoned space station in search of a mysterious alien monolith. Whether with friends or family, get ready to dive into this ultra-immersive futuristic adventure like never before! Fans of fun, sci-fi, and adrenaline-fueled experiences — are you ready to open the doors to another world and push the boundaries of reality? [Read more]



Rush Action Game: we tested the Action Game for the whole family at Bastille
Rush Action Game, the indoor gaming venue located in Paris near Bastille, has just added a new challenge to its lineup with a Grid — a room filled with illuminated tiles that players must walk across (note: this is a special flooring). Opened on December 2, 2024, this indoor entertainment spot offers families and groups of friends a series of physical and tactical challenges designed to be tackled in teams of 2 to 5 players. [Read more]



Show Tours: explore Paris's neighborhoods with costumed actors
Visites-Spectacles offers theatrical walks, immersive investigations, and narrated tours in Paris, featuring actors and itineraries that require advance reservation. [Read more]



Science Festival 2026 at Sorbonne University: partial cancellation
Sponsored - The Science Village planned on the Pierre and Marie Curie campus for October 9–11, as part of Sorbonne University's Science Festival, has been cancelled. Other activities will go ahead in Paris and across the regions. [Read more]



Doraemon and the Submarine Castle: the robotic cat heads to the cinema for an adventure.
Doraemon and the Submarine Castle, an animated feature by Tetsuo Yajima, is in theaters as of October 7, 2026. A Japanese adventure suitable for viewers aged 8 and up. [Read more]



L’Alphonsine 2026: charity run and walk in Chatou for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
The Alphonsine and the Alphonsinette return to the Impressionists’ Island in Chatou on October 11, 2026, from 9 a.m. to noon. This women- and girls-only morning of sport supports Aidons la recherche. Registrations are now closed. [Read more]



Halloween 2026: movies and series to watch on Prime Video
For Halloween 2026, Prime Video is dishing out deadly time-travel adventures and supernatural tales. Our picks of films and series to watch in France with a subscription to the platform. [Read more]



Indoor playgrounds in Paris and Île-de-France: our top picks for families with kids
Pluie, froid ou grosse chaleur ? Indoor playgrounds let kids burn off energy year-round. Giant play areas, inflatable structures, motor-skills courses or spaces for toddlers: here are the best spots in Paris and the Île-de-France region. [Read more]



Playgrounds in Paris: our top outdoor spots for kids
Looking for a simple outing to plan with the kids? In Paris, outdoor playgrounds let you enjoy sunny days without a heavy itinerary, with slides, climbing frames and spaces for the whole family to burn off energy. [Read more]



Visiting the National Museum of Natural History with the family: all you need to know about the Grande Galerie de l'Évolution
Can you visit the National Museum of Natural History with a stroller? What should you see with kids, and do you need a separate ticket for the Grande Galerie de l’Évolution, the Ménagerie, or the Galerie de Paléontologie? At the Jardin des Plantes, the Museum brings together several distinct sites to explore. For a first family outing, the Grande Galerie de l’Évolution is a great entry point. Stroller access, elevators, tickets, duration, and which visits to combine: here’s what to plan for both grown-ups and kids. [Read more]



Visiting the Catacombs of Paris: everything you need to know for a family-friendly visit
Can you visit the Catacombs of Paris with young children? Are strollers allowed, how many stairs must be climbed, and could the tour overwhelm the little ones? Twenty meters underground, the famous Parisian ossuary imposes constraints quite different from those at other monuments in the capital. Child age, baby carriers, stairs, temperature, bags and reservations: here’s what you need to know before heading down with the family. [Read more]



Visiting the Orangerie Museum: everything you need to know to discover it with your family
Can you visit the Orangerie Museum with a stroller? Where to change a baby, do you need to book for kids, and how much time should you budget for Monet’s Water Lilies? Located in the Tuileries Garden, the museum is well suited for a family outing. Stroller access, elevator, baby spaces, family rates and activities: here are the practical details to know before you visit. [Read more]



Visiting the Palais Garnier: everything you need to know to discover it with your family
Can you visit the Palais Garnier with a stroller? Do you have to climb a lot of stairs, is the auditorium still accessible, and what kid-friendly routes are offered? Before discovering the Paris Opera with the family, a few quirks of the monument are worth knowing. Stroller, accessibility, children's tickets, luggage, or a playful tour: here’s what to plan for with the little ones and the grown-ups. [Read more]



150th Anniversary Expo and StreetArt Denfert: the massive free street-art exhibition unfolds.
The 150th Expo and StreetArt Denfert reveal themselves in the former Zara store at Denfert-Rochereau, Paris 14th arrondissement. We caught a sneak preview of this enormous, free street-art exhibition, on offer from October 3 to 25, 2026. Note that access requires free registration—book your tickets now! [Read more]



Artists at the Museum: the National Museum of Natural History marks its 400th anniversary with an exhibition
The National Museum of Natural History in Paris marks its 400th anniversary with a major exhibition blending art, history and science, running from September 23, 2026 to March 7, 2027. Meet the Museum's Artists through the centuries. [Read more]



Lady Liberty: the Museum of Arts and Crafts tells the story of the statue's construction in an immersive exhibition
The Museum of Arts and Crafts takes visitors behind the scenes of the construction of the Statue of Liberty, with the immersive, digital exhibition Lady Liberty, on view from September 22, 2026 to August 1, 2027. [Read more]



Underline, the living space with a free exhibition spanning 2,000 m2 beneath the Petite Ceinture, is being unveiled.
Underline opens its eleven railway vaults to the public on Friday, September 18, 2026, in the 15th arrondissement of Paris. This 2,000-square-metre creative workshop puts materiality and crafts in the spotlight, with a free exhibition featuring 40 artists, a shop, workshops, and a cafe-bar. [Read more]



10,000 years of culinary travel: the free exhibition at the Chinese Cultural Centre
From September 11 to November 10, 2026, the Chinese Cultural Centre is hosting the free exhibition "10,000 Years of Culinary Journey." Through an interactive tour that blends historical artifacts and technology, discover the millennia-old story and rituals of Chinese cuisine in the 7th arrondissement. [Read more]



Leonardo da Vinci vs Michelangelo: the immersive and interactive experience at the City of History
À partir du 10 octobre 2026, la Cité de l'Histoire vous transporte à la Renaissance pour assister au choc de deux titans. Cependant, rewritten in English but keep structure and tags:
Starting October 10, 2026, the City of History takes you back to the Renaissance to witness the clash of two titans. Through the immersive experience Leonardo vs Michelangelo, discover the rivalry between these genius artists who stood in opposition in Florence. 360° video mapping, virtual reality, reconstructed workshops, and an interactive battle in the metaverse await you beneath the Grande Arche at La Défense. [Read more]



The Toy Museum delves into cinema's precursors in a playful exhibition.
Making images move, what incredible magic! The Toy Museum showcases a range of playful devices that predate cinema, in a family-friendly exhibition running from October 7, 2026 to July 4, 2027. [Read more]



Sheesh by Danny Khezzar: we checked out his street-food spot in Paris
Sheesh, the street-food hotspot from chef Danny Khezzar has just opened in Paris’s 2nd arrondissement. We tasted his reimagined sandwiches, including a four-hands collaboration with Michel Roth, a must-try this season. [Read more]



Saigona, the go-to Vietnamese restaurant in the Latin Quarter, serving pho with lobster and wagyu!
We’re taking you to Saigona, the new Vietnamese restaurant that just opened in the Latin Quarter, a stone’s throw from Notre-Dame. There you’ll find traditional fare on the menu, including lobster pho, melt-in-your-mouth Angus beef, house-made nems, and generously loaded bò bún. If you’re looking to dodge the tourist traps in the area, this is an address to note. [Read more]



Cider Festival in Beton-Bazoches (77), a Sunday devoted to apples with tastings and a flea market.
La Fête du Cidre de Beton-Bazoches returns on Sunday, October 11, 2026 in Seine-et-Marne (77). In the village streets, this autumn celebration highlights the apple and its transformation around a monumental press dating back to 1850, featuring the pressing of fresh juice, tastings, demonstrations of traditional crafts, and a grand flea market. [Read more]



Brie Happy 2026: free activities and cheese tastings in Meaux (77)
Love cheese, especially Brie de Meaux? In Seine-et-Marne, treat yourself to a gourmet weekend filled with activities and free tastings in the episcopal city of Meaux, on October 10–11, 2026. [Read more]



Salted Boy, the Paris-based coffee shop devoted to salted bread, has opened!
Salted Boy has opened its first brick‑and‑mortar “coffre shop” dedicated to salted bread, the buttered, Japanese‑Korean brioche that went viral. Heading to Rue Réaumur in Paris’s 3rd arrondissement. We tried its mini loaves and its decadent drinks, and here’s the full scoop. [Read more]



Le Cocon, a kid-friendly café-restaurant with a seasonal, locally sourced menu and a short supply chain, in Vincennes (94)
A 100% seasonal menu, organic ingredients wherever possible, and a simple but effective approach. That’s what Cocon offers, a newcomer on the scene of Vincennes’ top spots, and, what’s more, it’s been designed to fit everyone, especially families! [Read more]



Hidden guinguette in the Chevreuse valley, Yvelines: Au Coin du Lavoir
We headed out to discover Au Coin du Lavoir, a charming guinguette by the Yvette river tucked away in the Chevreuse Valley, in Saint-Rémy-lès-Chevreuse (Yvelines). A lush terrace to enjoy before the season wraps up, at the end of September 2026. [Read more]



Unusual: sleep nose-to-nose with Arctic wolves in the Thoiry Safari lodges
A night face-to-face with wolves—care to take the plunge? The Thoiry Safari Park invites you to sleep as close as possible to these fascinating animals, right in the heart of one of its quirky accommodations, the Loudge! [Read more]



All-you-can-eat brunch along the Seine with Le Diamant Bleu in Paris — 10% off with code SORTIRAPARIS10
Embark on a gourmet brunch cruise in Paris with Le Diamant Bleu: all-you-can-eat buffet on the Seine, elegant setting and 10% discount with code SORTIRAPARIS10. [Read more]



Family-friendly restaurants in Paris: our top picks for dining with kids
Having lunch or dinner with children can quickly become easier when the venue truly lends itself to it. In Paris, some restaurants gladly welcome families, offering kids’ menus, child-size portions, and a relaxed atmosphere that lets you enjoy the meal without stress. [Read more]



Brunch for families in Paris: our top picks for young and old alike
Here are some great ideas for a family brunch that's sure to please young and old alike! [Read more]



Family-friendly brunch in Paris: our top picks for all-you-can-eat buffets
Looking for a family-friendly brunch in Paris to enjoy with the kids? Discover our selection of great spots offering all-you-can-eat buffets, perfect for letting kids and grown-ups build their plates exactly how they like. [Read more]



What to do with children: free family outings in Paris
Looking for free family outings in Paris? We'll show you the spots, events and activities to discover in the capital, so you can enjoy Paris without spending a fortune! [Read more]



Play in Paris 2026: the games and toys fair returns to Parc Floral for All Saints’ Day
Play in Paris returns to Parc Floral with family-friendly games and toys to try, from October 30 to November 1, 2026. About forty brands, along with workshops and shows, will welcome kids and grown-ups alike during the Toussaint holidays, offering plenty of ideas ahead of Christmas. [Read more]



The Chocolate and Patisserie Fair 2026 at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles
Sponsored - The Chocolate and Pastry Show is back at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles from October 28 to November 1, 2026, with demonstrations, workshops, tastings, and chocolate creations! [Read more]



Christmas 2026 at Disneyland Paris: dates and program of Disney's Enchanted Christmas with The World of Frozen
Le Noël Enchanté Disney returns to Disneyland Paris from November 7, 2026 to January 6, 2027, featuring parades, performances, and meet-and-greets across Disneyland Park. For the first time, the celebrations extend to The World of Frozen at Disney Adventure World. Here’s the schedule and our tips for visiting. [Read more]
Have a great weekend, families!
Dates and Opening Time
From October 10, 2026 to October 11, 2026
Recommended age
For all