Exhibitions, performances, strolls, family outings, leisure, dining and good deals: here is our pick for enjoying Paris and the Île-de-France on Saturday, September 5, 2026.
This guide helps you spot ideas for outings, today’s happenings, and events to discover based on your interests—whether you’re just passing through the capital or looking for a plan for the day.
Today's quick reference
On this September 5, we particularly celebrate Raïssa and its variants.
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Paris: a sound-and-light show at the Trocadéro to mark the Battle of the Chesapeake
This year, the Ministry of the Armed Forces is commemorating the Battle of the Chesapeake, which sealed the French Navy’s victory over the British fleet. To mark the occasion, a free-to-view sound-and-light show is announced for Saturday, September 5, 2026 at the Trocadéro. More details to come. [Read more]
Saint-Hilarion Night Market (78): artisans, food and drink and an outdoor concert — the date
A night market, local produce and a free concert... Saint-Hilarion (78) is banking on a simple, festive evening to stretch the summer on Saturday, September 5, 2026. [Read more]
Fireworks in Élancourt (78): mark your calendar for September 5, 2026.
The intercommunal fireworks display in Élancourt, blocked on Bastille Day 2026 by a prefectural order, awaits you in the skies over Yvelines for this rentrée. The free event takes place along the Coulée Verte on Saturday, September 5, 2026. [Read more]
Free late-night opening at the Bourse de Commerce: reserve your top pick for Saturday, September 5, 2026
Want to visit the Bourse de Commerce’s collections? Take advantage of the free after-hours opening, held on the first Saturday of every month, to discover this must-see art venue in Paris. The next date to note in your calendar: Saturday, September 5, 2026. [Read more]
A parade of floats in India’s colors will sweep through Paris in September 2026.
Fourteen floats, hundreds of volunteer artists, and the colors of India on the streets of the capital: a grand Hindu cultural parade is set to take place in Paris in September 2026. [Read more]
World War I reenactment weekend at the Musée de la Grande Guerre in Meaux
Sponsored - On September 5 and 6, 2026, the Musée de la Grande Guerre in Meaux will host nearly 300 reenactors for two days of living history in the museum’s park. [Read more]
Asnières-sur-Seine Night Market (92): two evenings to stroll among creators and gourmet stalls
Two evenings, two neighborhoods, and the same holiday vibe: Asnières-sur-Seine hosts its night markets on September 5 and 11, 2026, featuring crafts, designers, and dining. [Read more]
Pavlov's Dogs: Johan Creten's free exhibition at Galerie Perrotin in September
Johan Creten revitalizes aging machines at Galerie Perrotin. In "The Pavlov Dogs," the Belgian artist fuses family memories, ceramics, bronzes, and obsolete computers to probe our automatisms in a free, open exhibition you can discover in the Marais from September 5 to October 10, 2026. [Read more]
Must-see shows in Paris in September 2026
Which shows are truly worth a detour in September 2026? Here’s our pick of must-see events in Paris and the Île-de-France region. [Read more]
Free-entry château parks in Île-de-France: the best walking spots
Castle parks offer ideal strolls amid landscaped gardens and historic buildings. Did you know that many of them are free to visit around Paris, in the Île-de-France region? We’re taking a look at the options so you can walk, and perhaps even picnic, depending on the site. [Read more]
Sundaes: 3 chic Parisian terraces to indulge.
Ice cream, yes—but show-stopping scoops, please! We’re unveiling the creations from three chic Parisian terraces for summer 2026, from Cheval Blanc’s rooftop in the 1st arrondissement to George V’s flowery patio in the 8th, all the way to the Shangri-La’s secret garden in the 16th. [Read more]
Mennecy Metal Fest 2026: the lineup by day and by stage
Metal music returns to Essonne for the new, 14th Mennecy Metal Fest. See you on Friday 4, Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 September 2026 at Parc de Villeroy to feel the powerful, explosive sounds of Saxon, Alestorm, Ultra Vomit, Oomph!, Tagada Jones, Psykup and Houle. Discover the day-by-day, stage-by-stage lineup for this edition. [Read more]
Air Legend 2026: the program for the air show in Seine-et-Marne (77)
Air Legend air show is back at the Melun-Villaroche airfield in Seine-et-Marne for an eighth spectacular edition. On September 5 and 6, 2026, legendary aircraft, fighter jets, and aerobatic formations will fill the skies over Île-de-France. Discover the program! [Read more]
The Invalides go to the cinema: three outdoor screenings in the Dome Court
Outdoor cinema is back at the Invalides! Once again this year, we’ll set up in the Dome Courtyard of the monument to watch three film screenings, from September 3 to 5, 2026. [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]
Grandes Eaux Nocturnes 2026 at the Palace of Versailles: installations, illuminated fountains and fireworks!
The Grandes Eaux Nocturnes invite you to join us in the summer of 2026. On the program: a sublime evening stroll through the heart of the gardens of the Château de Versailles to admire the illuminated fountains, capped by a spectacular fireworks display. Discover them on Saturday evenings from June 6 to September 19, 2026. [Read more]
FIGURAMA: the exhibition that brings us back to reality
Sponsored - FIGURAMA brings together 21 international artists at the Bastille Design Center in Paris, from September 3 to 6, 2026, focusing on contemporary figurative art and the gaze. Free admission. [Read more]
PLK: who is the opening act for the first of his two Stade de France shows?
On September 4 and 5, 2026, PLK will for the first time take over the iconic Stade de France for two massive concerts. Before the French rapper hits the stage at France’s biggest stadium, the audience will get a warm-up act. So, who is it? Who has been chosen to open the festivities? Here’s the answer. [Read more]
Versailles in festive mode on France 2: the castle transforms into a lively stage, with guest artists.
On the occasion of the European Heritage Days, France Télévisions unveils an exceptional evening that blends heritage, music, and contemporary creation, broadcast on Saturday, September 5, 2026, on France 2. Entitled "Versailles en fête" and hosted by Stéphane Bern, this special will transform the magnificent Palace of Versailles in the Yvelines into a vibrant stage, with performances from Soprano, Zazie, Claudio Capéo, Benjamin Biolay, David Hallyday, and the troupe of Le Roi Soleil. [Read more]
Le Paradox Museum Paris: more than 90 immersive experiences and a Hans & Gretel Café
Paradox Museum offers nearly a hundred immersive experiences—from trompe-l'œil illusions and optical tricks to sensory overhauls—that await visitors in Paris. Get ready to be tricked and to snap surreal photos. Five new interactive installations have just been added to the journey, making it the perfect time to challenge your senses! And as a bonus, a brand-new, ultra-delicious café, Hans & Gretel, is ready to tempt you. [Read more]
Grand Hôtel des Rêves: the immersive venue in Paris that lets you travel with Jules Verne
Sponsored - Le Grand Hôtel des Rêves, an immersive venue located in the 5th arrondissement of Paris, hosts Jules Verne, Le Voyage Extraordinaire, a family-friendly theatrical journey through 360-degree scenery. A destination designed to welcome several immersive shows, including a Christmas-themed creation. [Read more]
The Paris Museum of Illusions, this summer's must-see outing!
Sponsored - The Museum of Illusions, located in Paris’s 1st arrondissement in the Châtelet–Les Halles district, will welcome you with family or friends. Get ready for a unique, thrilling experience as you dive into the captivating world of illusion, where all your senses will be turned upside down... Take advantage of the summer and the holidays to discover all these mind-bending illusions. [Read more]
Festival Jazz at La Villette 2026: here is the full day-by-day lineup
Jazz is once again in the spotlight in Paris for the 2026 edition of the Jazz à La Villette festival. This year, the musical event returns to the northeast of the capital from Friday, August 28 to Sunday, September 6. What's on the lineup? Snarky Puppy, Selah Sue, GoGo Penguin, Roberto Fonseca & Vincent Segal, as well as Kokoroko. [Read more]
Claude Monet in Paris: Where to Discover the Works of the Renowned Impressionist Painter in the Capital?
He is undoubtedly one of France’s most beloved painters: Claude Monet left behind a stunning collection of masterpieces, many of which you can admire in the city’s top museums. Follow the guide! [Read more]
Le Passage Jouffroy, the covered arcade that housed Paris's first fast-food restaurant.
Passage Jouffroy, tucked between the Grands Boulevards and Rue de la Grange-Batelière, is a treasure trove of surprises and historical anecdotes. Completed in 1846, it is famed for its ironwork architecture and its glass vault, which inspired many other Parisian passages. [Read more]
This château in Seine-et-Marne doubles as the Élysée on screen.
A château in the Île-de-France region cultivates a resemblance so striking to the Élysée Palace that it has become cinema and television’s favorite double. We take you to meet it in Seine-et-Marne and reveal why—and its history. [Read more]
Who is buried in Montmartre Cemetery? The celebrities and where their graves are located
Discover the list of celebrities from the world of arts and culture buried in Montmartre Cemetery, along with the sections where they rest. [Read more]
Who is buried in Montparnasse Cemetery? The celebrities and where their graves are located
The Montparnasse Cemetery, in the 14th arrondissement, is the final resting place for many notable figures. Here is a list of the famous people buried in this Parisian cemetery. [Read more]
"Les Invalides font leur cinéma" is back!
Sponsored - From September 3 to 5, 2026, come and enjoy three exceptional evenings of outdoor cinema in the unique and majestic setting of the Cour du Dôme des Invalides, in support of the wounded of the armed forces. [Read more]
Canoe-Kayak World Cup: events, free activities and fireworks in Vaires-sur-Marne
From September 3 to 6, 2026, the Olympic basin at Vaires-sur-Marne will host the Slalom World Cup, a premier sporting event that brings together the world’s top athletes for four days of intense competition. Beyond the on-water action, the public can look forward to free activities, nautical taster sessions, concerts, a dazzling fireworks display, and an unprecedented closing show. [Read more]
Aventure Floreval: a treetop adventure park, climbing and a multi-activity park in Essonne, 30 minutes from Paris
Only 30 minutes south of Paris, in Essonne (91), Aventure Floreval welcomes children and adults to the heart of the Morionville forest for a full day of outdoor adventure. Tree-top adventures, outdoor climbing, Paintball, Jurassic Mini-Golf, Escape Games, Laser Game, Quiz Battle, or even a farm with animals: the park offers a wide range of activities for a family outing, with friends, or in a group.
And since the summer of 2026, a new activity has completed the park’s lineup: a bouldering area installed right in the forest. [Read more]
Imperial Club Paris: immerse yourself in the grand casino games, in a festive atmosphere right in the heart of the 13th arrondissement.
Sponsored - You’re after an original night out in Paris, something beyond the usual bars and restaurants? Imperial Club Paris is made for you. Based at 23 Avenue d’Ivry in the 13th arrondissement, this gaming club is open daily from 2 p.m. to 6 a.m. and offers a complete casino-style experience — accessible to beginners as well as seasoned players — all in a festive, welcoming atmosphere you won’t find anywhere else in Paris. [Read more]
SEMPER Wellness gym: Pilates reformer, Hyrox and boxing on the Champs-Élysées
Sponsored - SEMPER Wellness, the premium gym just steps from the Champs-Élysées, offers a range of group classes designed for busy Parisians seeking well-being, personalized coaching, and a complete training program, from Monday to Sunday. Group classes, strength training, and Hyrox—discover the Discovery Pack to try reformer Pilates! [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 Dog Stars in cinemas: our take on Ridley Scott's film
The Dog Stars, Ridley Scott's new post-apocalyptic thriller starring Jacob Elordi, hits theaters on August 26, 2026. Find out everything you need to know about the film and read our verdict after viewing. [Read more]
Michael: the Michael Jackson biopic starring Jaafar Jackson is now available on VOD
Michael, Antoine Fuqua's Michael Jackson biopic featuring Jaafar Jackson, is available on VOD as of August 20, 2026. [Read more]
Dégel: Manuela Martelli Probes the Silences of Chile's Post-Dictatorship
Dégel, Manuela Martelli's new film starring Maya O’Rourke and Saskia Rosendahl, opens in theaters on August 26, 2026. Check out the trailer. [Read more]
Calisthenics: what is this sport that’s taking social media by storm, and where can you practice it in Paris?
Tractions, pompes, dips et moves that seem to defy gravity at times: calisthenics is gaining ground. But behind the spectacular videos lies an accessible discipline that you can, in particular, practice for free in Paris. [Read more]
The Unknown Woman hits the big screen: Arthur Harari's fantastical thriller starring Léa Seydoux
Arthur Harari's The Unknown Woman, with Léa Seydoux and Niels Schneider, hits theaters on August 26, 2026. A fantastical thriller that premiered at Cannes. [Read more]
Oklahoma Honey : Matthew McConaughey as a beekeeper in a rural thriller
Matthew McConaughey stars as a beekeeper and bluegrass musician in Oklahoma Honey, a thriller from Andrew Patterson that hits theaters on August 19, 2026. [Read more]
TiKi Playa: a festive beach bar and a huge paillote-style terrace!
Sponsored - Tiki Playa is the kind of place that promises escape and relaxation, and it truly delivers! With its unique decor, a veranda reminiscent of a beach hut, a bamboo-lined bar, a sprawling outdoor terrace, and a club hidden in the basement... and the best part? It’s open every day! [Read more]
A one-of-a-kind party venue: a pub, a nightclub, and a hidden speakeasy bar tucked away inside an underground chapel.
Sponsored - Meet at The Hide: it’s at once a massive pub, a nightclub under the arches, and even a speakeasy—a hidden bar at 500 Shooters. Book your evenings—you’ll love the festive vibe! [Read more]
Restaurant Cléo: a secret terrace and gourmet cuisine in the heart of the 7th arrondissement
Sponsored - This summer, head to Cléo, the 7th arrondissement’s best-kept secret. Behind its discreet façade lies a leafy patio where you can savor chef Alexandre Semperé’s contemporary fine dining, just moments from the Invalides and the Pont Alexandre III. [Read more]
LaCrèma gelato, the new plant-based artisanal ice cream shop near the Jardin du Luxembourg and the Panthéon
We pushed open the door of LaCrèma, the new artisanal ice-cream shop on Rue Soufflot in Paris’s 5th arrondissement, open since April 2026. Behind the counter, Roberta and her house-made plant-based gelatos are shaking things up. Here’s everything you need to know! [Read more]
Shwi, the new Lebanese restaurant specializing in grilled chicken along the Canal Saint-Martin
Le poulet grillé libanais finally finds its Paris home with Shwi, the new street-food hotspot dreamed up by the Kubri team, to be discovered along the Canal Saint-Martin (Paris 10th) since spring 2026. We tried it and here’s everything. [Read more]
Ralph's Coffee: the elegant Ralph Lauren café in Saint-Germain-des-Prés
Ralph Lauren opens a typically American café on Paris's Boulevard Saint-Germain: Ralph's Coffee. In the heart of a 17th-century mansion, this address elegantly fuses authentic style and exquisite gourmet treats in a wooded setting, punctuated by touches of tartan and crystal chandeliers, where each tasting transports you to the chic, refined world of the fashion label. [Read more]
Azimut: the immersive restaurant where you dine facing Arctic wolves at Thoiry ZooSafari
Thoiry ZooSafari opens Azimut, its wild and indulgent restaurant, to the general public every evening for dinner. As the park gates close, guests settle in to savor refined seasonal fare, with a panoramic, privileged view of the Arctic wolf pack. [Read more]
Chez Mimi, the Not-Parisian bistro reinventing itself in Colombes
Chez Mimi, the bistro run by the Les Bistrots Pas Parisiens group and tucked in the heart of Colombes in the Hauts-de-Seine, opens a new chapter in 2026 with a revised menu and a young, dynamic team at the helm. We tried it and here’s the full verdict. [Read more]
Le Café de la Paix: The Stunning Historic Restaurant of Paris Facing the Opéra Garnier
Listed as a Historic Monument and opened in 1862, the Café de la Paix is one of Paris’s most iconic gastronomic landmarks. Located opposite the Opéra Garnier in the 9th arrondissement, it offers more affordable lunch menus, a popular Sunday brunch, and a menu crafted by chef Laurent André. [Read more]
Lulu Crêperie: The King of Ultra-Gourmet Street Food Crêpes in the 3rd Arrondissement of Paris
At the Marché des Enfants Rouges in Paris, Lulu Crêperie delights diners with its huge, indulgent Breton galettes. Located in the 3rd arrondissement, this street food spot serves up generous, flavorful crepes from Tuesday to Sunday—perfect for a quick, tasty bite. [Read more]
The magic of childhood: the family funfair returns to Rueil-Malmaison (92) this September.
From September 4 to 27, 2026, the Féerie des Enfants comes to Rueil-Malmaison. For several weeks, rides and activities will welcome families on the forecourt of the Town Hall and on Place du 11-Novembre. [Read more]
Paris Opera: a family-friendly lineup for kids and teens for the 2026/2027 season.
For the 2026–2027 season, the Paris Opera continues its Young Audience program with performances, concerts, and workshops designed to introduce children and teens to opera, dance, and music. [Read more]
La Cité des Enfants, for discovering and understanding the world around us, ages 5 to 10
The Cité des enfants at the Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie is the Parisian place par excellence for learning and experimentation. For 5-10 year-olds, children discover the world around them using their five senses. [Read more]
The Rodin Workshop, a creative space for children, is back for a new season at the Rodin Museum.
Learn the art of sculpture firsthand in the world of one of France’s most renowned artists! From April 11 to September 6, 2026, the Rodin Museum opens its Atelier Rodin, offering young art enthusiasts the chance to explore sculpture. Discover the exciting new features of the 2026 season. [Read more]
Tip: our top 5 family activities at the Jardin du Luxembourg
A must-see garden in the capital, the Jardin du Luxembourg is an essential green space in Paris. A paradise for runners and strollers, who like to spend long afternoons there, it's also a favorite spot for families: to let off steam or take advantage of the kid-friendly activities on offer in the garden. [Read more]
Bubbles & Marbles in Paris: the place that thrills kids and parents in the heart of the 9th arrondissement!
Sponsored - Bubbles & Beads is a 400-square-meter play space designed for children aged 0 to 11 and their parents, featuring seven immersive play bubbles that meet every child's needs, a cafe offering locally sourced products, and evening aperitif events. [Read more]
Les Petits Bateaux du Jardin des Tuileries, playful sailboats to sail on the Grand Bassin
In the center of the Jardin des Tuileries, around the large octagonal basin (on the Concorde side), funny sailboats are generously pushed by children from all around the basin. A historic Tuileries tradition, the Petits Bateaux are one of the Garden's flagship family attractions. [Read more]
Metro and RER updates: closures, work, and demonstrations in Paris this Friday August 28, 2026
In a flash, get all the latest updates on traffic and transportation in Paris, refreshed in real time. Whether it's the Metro, RER, or Transilien services operated by RATP, construction work, ongoing circulation, major events, or demonstrations — we provide all the essential information you need before heading out in Paris this Friday August 28, 2026. [Read more]
To go further, also check out our guide to this week’s events as well as our ideas for family-friendly outings.
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On September 5, 2026
