What are we doing this weekend of Saturday July 11 and Sunday July 12, 2026, in the Île-de-France region? If there are plenty of outings in Paris, there are just as many elsewhere across Île-de-France. Whether in the Yvelines, the Val-de-Marne, the Seine-Saint-Denis, the Val-d’Oise, the Seine-et-Marne, the Essonne or the Hauts-de-Seine, each department rolls out the red carpet to offer every week-end a wealth of activities that will delight both the young and the old.
A chance to get away from it all for a few hours, not far from Paris, and discover places that are easily accessible by metro, RER, bus or Transilien. Walking tours, exhibitions, festivals, shows and cinema... the possibilities are endless.
On this weekend? A free Meryl concert in Seine-Saint-Denis, the Rosa Bonheur festival making its way to Seine-et-Marne, an urban art festival in Hauts-de-Seine, or a royal triathlon at the Château de Versailles, and the return of Japan Expo!
Japan Expo: Dates Announced for the 2026 Edition at Paris-Nord Villepinte Exhibition Center
The Japan Expo, Europe's premier festival celebrating Japanese culture, is gearing up to wow visitors with a host of exciting features in summer 2026! Mark your calendars and join us at the Parc des Expositions in Villepinte from July 9 to 12, 2026. [Read more]
Ironman 70.3: a royal triathlon at the Palace of Versailles this summer 2026 — CANCELLED
The city of Versailles was set to host its very first Ironman 70.3. This 113-kilometer triathlon would have athletes swimming in the Pièce d’Eau des Suisses, cycling through the Chevreuse Valley, and running through the heart of the Potager du Roi for a spectacular finish facing the Château. Due to the heatwave, the event has unfortunately been cancelled. [Read more]
Fête des Loges 2026: dates, schedule and attractions (Yvelines)
La Fête des Loges 2026 makes a triumphant return to the forest of Saint-Germain-en-Laye (Yvelines) for its 373rd edition, running from June 26 to August 16, 2026. With more than 200 attractions, a Gourmet Food Alley, and free admission, it’s all set to welcome visitors. [Read more]
C.A.P.S 2026: The lineup for Clichy’s XXL urban art festival
The town of Clichy becomes a giant museum for the new edition of C.A.P.S, the urban art festival. Mark your calendars from June 27 to December 12, 2026 for an even more incredible sixth edition! [Read more]
Compans' free Medieval Festival 2026, featuring a market, performances and a fireworks display on the program.
The Compans Medieval Festival is back on July 11–12, 2026, in the Biberonne valley in Seine-et-Marne (77), for a free, immersive weekend at the heart of the Middle Ages, featuring performances, a market and activities for all. [Read more]
Soolking, Jungeli and Meryl to play a free concert in a park in Seine-Saint-Denis
Summer is shaping up to be festive and musical in Seine-Saint-Denis! As part of the new edition of the event "Le Bel Été," the Georges-Valbon departmental park in La Courneuve opens its gates to Soolking, Jungeli, Meryl, and DJ Abdel for a series of free concerts not to be missed from July 11 to August 2, 2026. [Read more]
Festival Rosa Bonheur 2026: Female creators in Seine-et-Marne housed in a château
The Rosa Bonheur Festival returns for its seventh edition in the grounds of Thomery Castle, on the edge of the Fontainebleau Forest (Seine-et-Marne), from July 4 to August 29, 2026, with a program entirely devoted to female creativity and to women’s heritage. [Read more]
Saint-Ouen’s Summer 2026: free activities, open-air cinema and a Brazilian guinguette in Saint-Ouen
From Saturday, July 4 to Sunday, August 23, 2026, the city of Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine is staging Été Audonien, a major summer festival featuring free activities and special evenings, designed to make you feel like you’re on vacation without leaving the city. [Read more]
Pirates set to land in Aulnay-sous-Bois (93) this summer: family-friendly activities for the holidays.
During the summer holidays, head to Aulnay-sous-Bois! For the occasion, the town invites you to discover its Pirate Island—a free, summer program designed for fun, play, and getting active. [Read more]
Swimming in Val-d'Oise: the temporary pools and beaches of the 95 for Summer 2026
This summer of 2026, you're staying put in Val-d'Oise instead of heading away on vacation? No worries — you'll have plenty of opportunities to take a dip and enjoy the water throughout the sunny season. [Read more]
Dates and Opening Time
From July 11, 2026 to July 12, 2026
