But what to do with the teenagers for Easter celebrations 2026? From April 3 to 6, 2026, you’ll be spoiled for choice with the egg hunts (yes, even for the big kids), springtime strolls, and other events. Consider this your family plan for keeping everyone entertained over these three days off together!
When Easter comes around, it means chocolate eggs, and as every year, it’s time to go on the egg hunt! Good news: this isn’t just for kids—some of the major egg hunts even offer adult-friendly sessions. We’re talking in particular about the one at the Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte, as well as beautiful strolls to admire cherry blossoms (and other tulips, notably). There are open museums despite the public holiday on Easter Monday, and as a bonus for teens, the return of several funfairs!
Egg hunts 2026 in Paris and Île-de-France: the best Easter activities to try
Spring has arrived, and with it one of the season’s most eagerly awaited traditions for children: Easter egg hunts! Across Paris and the Île-de-France region, many parks, châteaux, and quirky venues are hosting festive events for kids and grown-ups alike. Whether you’re after a nature-filled outing, a tasty activity, or a unique family experience, here are all the ideas to celebrate Easter 2026 by chasing chocolate eggs. Keep your eyes peeled! [Read more]
Easter Monday 2026: egg hunts in Paris and the Île-de-France region
On Monday, April 6, 2026, a host of Easter egg hunts awaits families in Paris and the Île-de-France region. Here is our pick of outings for this public holiday. [Read more]
Cute Easter chocolates and eggs in Paris, our 2026 roundup of adorable creations
Here are the most adorable Easter chocolates of 2026 in Paris, perfect for delighting the eyes and palates of both young and old sweet lovers. [Read more]
Easter 2026: Indulge in Pastries, Desserts, Breads, and Chocolate Cakes in Paris
For Easter 2026, discover heavenly pastries, cakes, and other sweet treats at bakeries across Paris, alongside the more traditional chocolates. [Read more]
Top 10 Easter egg hunts 2026 in Paris and Île-de-France, the must-dos
This Easter weekend, April 4–6, 2026, Paris and the Île-de-France region become vast chocolate playgrounds. Castles, parks, museums, zoos... here’s our top 10 must-do Easter egg hunts to enjoy with the family. [Read more]
Unique Easter Egg Hunts of 2026 in Paris and Île-de-France: Offbeat Adventures for the Whole Family
Among the many Easter egg hunts taking place across Paris and Île-de-France in 2026, here’s a curated selection of the most unique experiences happening during the weekend of April 4 to 6, 2026. [Read more]
Easter chocolates and eggs 2026 from pastry chefs and chocolatiers in Paris and Île-de-France
What if we go check out what Paris’s best pastry chefs and chocolatiers have whipped up for Easter 2026? This year, creativity is in full bloom, and we’re discovering Easter eggs that are as original as they are indulgent. Welcome to our 2026 lineup of discoveries. [Read more]
Easter 2026 chocolates and eggs from Parisian chocolatiers and patisseries in Île-de-France.
The 2026 Easter chocolates and eggs are in the display windows of Paris and Île-de-France's chocolatiers and pastry shops. Bunnies, hens and surprise-filled eggs can be found, often, until the end of April. Here’s our indulgent selection. [Read more]
Unconventional Easter chocolates 2026 in Paris and Île-de-France: our delightful original selection
Original Easter chocolates for 2026 exist in Paris, and this year the quirky creations from the chocolatiers and pastry chefs of Île-de-France are well worth a detour. Discover our picks for cocoa lovers who like to stand out. [Read more]
Easter egg hunts 2026 go underground and undercover in Paris and Île-de-France
Easter Weekend prompts the inevitable egg hunts. But when the weather turns sour and rain threatens to spoil the fun, opting for indoor egg hunts is the way to go. Explore the range of options to delight children this Easter, from April 4th to 6th, 2026. [Read more]
Exceptional Easter chocolates and eggs for 2026 in Paris, the sumptuous creations put to the test
For Easter 2026, discover the exclusive chocolates crafted by Paris's luxury palaces and hotels. These unique and refined creations are brought to life by top pastry chefs. [Read more]
Easter 2026: Creative Egg Hunts in the Museums of Paris and Île-de-France
What if you ditched the traditional egg hunt this year and explored a museum instead? For Easter 2026, museums and cultural institutions across Paris and Île-de-France are hiding delicious chocolate treasures right within their historic collections. It’s the perfect family outing—a fun blend of cultural discovery and sweet indulgence. Follow our lead! [Read more]
Easter 2026: Egg hunts in shops and shopping centers across Paris and Île-de-France
Forget the gardens, this year Easter eggs are being hidden in stores! In Paris and the Ile-de-France region, egg hunts are moving away from lawns and into boutiques and shopping centers. Find out which ones. [Read more]
Easter Egg Hunts 2026 at the Farm: Our Top Outing Ideas in Île-de-France
Easter 2026 is just around the corner. Why not switch things up this year with a treasure hunt for eggs at the farm? [Read more]
Chocolate pop-up displays at luxury palaces and stylish hotels for Easter 2026 in Paris
Head to the luxurious Parisian palaces' chocolate pop-ups to indulge in an array of delights and festive pastries celebrating Easter 2026. [Read more]
Affordable Easter chocolates and eggs for 2026 in Paris: our pick of budget-friendly creations
Here are some affordable Easter chocolates in Paris for 2026, perfect for sweet family moments without breaking the bank! [Read more]
Easter Egg Hunts 2026 in Essonne: Your Guide to the Calendar in the 91 Area
Are you looking for an Easter egg hunt in Essonne? Find out what the department has planned for Easter 2025, whether throughout April or during the Easter weekend on Saturday the 4th, Sunday the 5th, and Monday the 6th of April 2026. [Read more]
Easter Egg Hunts 2026: Discover Historic Castles and Monuments in Paris and Île-de-France
Would you like to go on an Easter egg hunt inside a historic monument? Absolutely! For families passionate about cultural visits, castles, and the region’s treasures, a special event awaits in Île-de-France to celebrate Easter 2026—set in a truly unique setting! It’s the perfect way to delight both children and parents. Stay tuned as we reveal the lineup of exciting activities planned! [Read more]
The dates for the 2026 Foire du Trône in Paris have been announced!
When will the Foire du Trône take place in 2026? Every spring, this legendary fair returns to the Reuilly meadow in Paris. This year, visitors of all ages can enjoy the rides and attractions from March 27 to May 25, 2026. [Read more]
Amusement Park Games: Action Game Celebrates Fairground Fun at Koezio Centers in Île-de-France
In Cergy and at Carré Sénart, the Koezio centers have launched Funfair Games: The Challenges of Archibald, an immersive indoor action game lasting one hour. Teams of 2 to 5 players take on challenges inspired by 1930s amusement parks. Suitable for ages 8 and up, this indoor leisure activity in Île-de-France combines agility, memory, and teamwork. [Read more]
Jardin21, season 2026: a week of celebration, nature and cultural discoveries at the heart of Parc de la Villette
Sponsored - In July, Jardin21—the festive, plant-powered community hub perched along the Ourcq Canal in the 19th arrondissement—extends the season with a rich and varied program. Take advantage of these sunny days to fully enjoy them: engaged initiatives, gardening workshops, youth activities, festive evenings, a yoga session… Everything you need to escape the city without leaving Paris! Free admission. [Read more]
Espace Rambouillet: a forested and wildlife park to reconnect with nature
Sponsored - Nestled within 250 hectares of forest, discover a unique Île-de-France site dedicated to European wildlife, featuring species still present in France today or once found here: red deer, fallow deer, roe deer, wolves… Also explore its aviary and raptor centre, home to over 200 birds with demonstrations of free-flight birds of prey. Not to be missed are the 1,500 m2 of giant tree-suspended trampolines or the Mission Forest playground. A offering sure to delight families, nature lovers, and anyone eager to reconnect with what truly matters: life in the living world. [Read more]
Val de Seine Leisure Island: swimming and outdoor activities in Verneuil-sur-Seine (78)
With the arrival of fine days, the urge to take a dip grows: so head to the Île de Loisirs de Verneuil-sur-Seine to enjoy the nautical center, the equestrian center... but above all, the wonderful swimming area. [Read more]
The Boucles de Seine leisure island (78): swimming, beach, treetop adventures, and water sports
Near Moisson, in the Yvelines department, the leisure island offers a beautiful beach where you can swim all summer long. There, you’ll also find a wide range of sports and nautical activities, plus a treetop adventure course to discover. [Read more]
Château Soubiran's free educational farm, a bucolic interlude near Melun (77)
Just a few kilometers from Melun, in the Seine-et-Marne town of Dammarie-les-Lys, you'll find Château Soubiran and its large park, home to a small educational farm. [Read more]
A romantic boat ride on the Carp Pond, a stunning basin teeming with carp.
The splendid garden of the Château de Fontainebleau features one of the region’s premier spots: the Carp Pond, this stunning place where boating is the main pastime. [Read more]
A budget-friendly animal park, featuring donkeys, ducks, goats and pigs... in Roissy-en-Brie (77)
Near Roissy-en-Brie, in Seine-et-Marne, a small animal park welcomes you and your children from Tuesday to Sunday, 2pm to 6pm, for an afternoon of immersion on the farm. [Read more]
A journey to discover wildlife from around the world, at Bois d'Attilly Zoo (77)
In the Seine-et-Marne department, in Férolles-Attilly, a vast wildlife reserve welcomes visitors on sunny days to discover fauna from all corners of the world. Tigers, giraffes, savannah creatures, and other wild species roam within a protected space. [Read more]
Gardening workshops at the Breuil School to learn how to plant, harvest, and garden…
Looking for a workshop to learn how to tend your garden? Head to the École du Breuil to discover your green thumb! [Read more]
The Impressionists' Train: the special train bound for Auvers-sur-Oise is back on weekends.
Impressionism fans, head to Auvers-sur-Oise, a small Île-de-France village cherished by Cézanne and Van Gogh, made easily reachable on weekends by a special SNCF train, less than an hour from the capital! [Read more]
Hanami at Parc de Sceaux 2026, the program and free-access activities - photos and video
Hanami, the famed cherry blossom festival, returns this season to the Domaine de Sceaux in the Hauts-de-Seine, from April 4 to 19, 2026. This year, note that you must reserve to access the lawns. That won’t stop you from admiring the blossoms along the avenues and from the viewing platform that overlooks the trees. We unveil the program available throughout the estate. [Read more]
AccroCamp Saint Germain-en-Laye (78), the family-friendly and playful tree-top adventure in the Yvelines
Sponsored - Accrocamp in Saint-Germain-en-Laye invites you to a day of treetop adventures for all ages, thanks to its variety of courses! Located near Paris, this site lets you roam from tree to tree via its zip lines, its platforms, and its rope bridge. Reopening in March 2026 after the winter closure. [Read more]
The AccroCamp Créteil 94 accrobranche, for tree-climbing on the Ile de Loisirs.
Climbing at the Créteil leisure base, just a stone's throw from its wave pool, is possible. Indeed, Accrocamp offers an adventure course to delight all the little and big adventurers you are. Whether you're into a giant zipline or a safe trampoline mode, this is a wonderful outdoor setup to entertain you. Reopening is planned for early 2026 after a winter closure. [Read more]
Accrocamp Jablines, the accrobranche park on the island of Jablines-Anet (77)
On Jablines Island, in the Seine-et-Marne department, Accrocamp invites visitors of all ages to spend a day on its adventure courses. After a winter closure, the reopening is planned for April 1, 2026. Ready to go? Climb! [Read more]
Les Voiliers du Luxembourg, the Jardin du Luxembourg's historic boats for children
Every summer, the Jardin du Luxembourg basin is decked out in its finest miniature sailboats. A historic amusement that has delighted youngsters for generations, miniature sailboats are one of the must-do family activities in this magnificent Parisian park. [Read more]
This steel giant is one of the wildest curiosities in Île-de-France, and you can visit it — reviews & photos.
In the heart of the Milly-la-Forêt woods, a strange steel creature awaits walkers. Monumental, immersive, and framed by cultural events, this extraordinary work invites visitors to a surprising and transportive artistic pause in Essonne. It reopens for a new season on Sunday, April 4, 2026. [Read more]
The Forest Awakening: Spring 2026 activities at Espace Rambouillet
From April 4 to May 31, 2026, Espace Rambouillet launches The Forest Awakening, a family-friendly program to celebrate spring. [Read more]
Thousands of tulips at the Château de Dampierre in Yvelines, captured in photos and video! Events planned.
In the Yvelines, the Domaine de Dampierre opens its Printanières from late March to early May 2026. Thousands of tulips, a Tulip Day, and a Plant Festival are on the agenda for spring 2026—the full story, plus the photos and video from our on-site visit, are revealed to you. [Read more]
Bagatelle Park unveils its cherry trees, tulips and daffodils this spring.
In the Bois de Boulogne (Paris 16th), Bagatelle Park is dressed in its finest spring colors this spring 2026: flowering cherry trees, tulips and daffodils carpet this listed botanical garden, free until the end of March and pleasantly affordable during the height of the season. [Read more]
Disneyland Paris: Disney Adventure World will replace the Walt Disney Studios
Disneyland Paris opens its Frozen Zone and transforms the Walt Disney Studios into Disney Adventure World on March 29, 2026. Attractions, restaurants, shops, Arendelle-set décor and new immersive experiences: here’s what visitors can expect from day one. [Read more]
Easter Monday: Museums and Historic Sites Open on Monday, April 6, 2026, a public holiday in Paris
Lucky visitors are enjoying a pleasant three-day weekend thanks to Easter Monday on April 6, 2026. If you're looking for a nearby outing to make the most of the public holiday, you've come to the right place: several museums and historic sites will be opening their doors for the occasion. [Read more]
What to do this Easter Monday in Paris and Île-de-France? Our picks for April 6, 2026.
Le lundi 6 avril 2026, c'est lundi de Pâques et donc jour férié.
To take advantage of this day off, and even the extended weekend, here are some great ideas for outings in Paris and the Île-de-France region.
We’re taking stock of open venues and the concepts that await you! [Read more]
Have a wonderful Easter weekend, everyone!
Dates and Opening Time
From April 4, 2026 to April 6, 2026
