What are we doing this weekend Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 October 2026 in the Île-de-France region? If outings are plentiful in Paris, they’re just as abundant elsewhere in 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 goes all out to offer every weekend a smattering of activities that will delight both children and adults.
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 the menu this weekend? An international circus festival in Yvelines, a charity run in Hauts-de-Seine, a contemporary art exhibition in Val-d'Oise, or free activities and tastings around a famous cheese in Seine-et-Marne.
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]
Foulées Châtillonnaises 2026: Running and Walking for Pink October in Châtillon
The Foulées Châtillonnaises are back on October 11, 2026, in Châtillon (92), offering 1.5-, 5- and 10-km races and a charity walk. [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]
Cosmofania at the Abbey of Maubuisson: a contemporary art exhibition exploring the sacred and the unseen
The Abbey of Maubuisson, in Saint-Ouen-l’Aumône in the Val-d’Oise, hosts Cosmofania, a collective exhibition exploring the sacred, rituals, memory, and the unseen worlds, from October 11, 2026, to February 21, 2027. Thirteen artists take over the former Cistercian abbey with installations, photographs, sculptures, sound works, and multiple performances. [Read more]
Venice Carnival at Breteuil Castle: a family-friendly day of festivities this Sunday
Breteuil Castle is in festive mood! This Sunday, October 11, 2026, the Venice Carnival will transform the estate’s gardens: come and discover visitors in sumptuous costumes and with intriguing masks. [Read more]
What to visit in Val-de-Marne: museums, castles, monuments, discover the 94 region's heritage
The department of Val-de-Marne, east of Paris, boasts a sublime heritage that's well worth the detour. From museums and castles to historic monuments and surprising sights, discover the places to visit in the 94 département. [Read more]
Science Festival 2026 in Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine (93): a detailed rundown of the activities on offer
A t mark the Science Festival, scheduled from October 2 to 12, 2026, a range of activities and workshops are being organized in Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine. Here’s a look at this unprecedented lineup. [Read more]
Science Festival 2026: all-ages activities centered on food, in Ivry-sur-Seine (94)
In Ivry-sur-Seine, a variety of activities are being organized for the 2026 Science Festival. Among them are workshops and sessions designed to introduce attendees to planting techniques. [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]
Hauts-de-Seine flea markets this weekend, October 10–11, 2026.
Flea markets and garage sales in Hauts-de-Seine (92) are betting on large-format events on October 10 and 11, 2026, featuring the Brocante de l'Arche in Courbevoie, the Front-de-Seine garage sale in Levallois-Perret, and Haut-Mesnil in Montrouge. [Read more]
Dates and Opening Time
From October 10, 2026 to October 11, 2026
