Gif in the Sun 2026: outdoor cinema, air games and free activities in Gif-sur-Yvette (91)

During the summer holidays 2026, we rush to cool off as best we can at the various outdoor pools and other must-visit swimming spots. In the Essonne department, head to Gif-sur-Yvette to enjoy Gif au Soleil, a summer program designed especially for this early summer 2026.

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July 4–10, 2026, the city has a great lineup in store for you: enjoy the inflatable structures, water games, a lounge area to unwind, activities for all ages...

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What’s on the lineup for Gif au Soleil 2026:

Every day:

• relaxation area
• water play area
• inflatable structures
• early childhood workshops (for the whole family)
• entertainment and activities for all (sports initiation, etc.)

Saturday, July 4

• Open-air cinema at 8 p.m., Le Robot Sauvage

• Happy Nautilus, for ages 2 to 6
• Under the Ocean slide, for ages 4 to 12
• Archery Stand, ages 6 and up

• Selfie booth
• Intergenerational activities, Tuesday July 7 and Friday July 10, from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. (wool pom-pom workshop)
• Game library, open daily from 3:00 to 8:00 p.m.
• Library for all, July 4–6 from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m., and July 7–8 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

The full lineup of Gif au soleil 2026 is free and open to everyone. The events run from Saturday, July 4 to Friday, July 10, from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. (on Saturdays) and from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on the other days. So, shall we head to Gif-sur-Yvette to kick off the summer?

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