Looking for an original outing for the Fête de la Science 2026 near Paris? Good news: Saint-Ouen, in Seine-Saint-Denis, is offering a packed program of scientific discoveries, hands-on workshops, exhibitions and talks. Whether you’re with family, part of a school group, or a curious solo traveler, it’s the perfect chance to dive into the world of science right in your neighborhood or nearby suburb.
The Science Festival is a nationwide event in the culture of science and technology, held every autumn with the goal of making the stakes and wonders of science accessible to everyone. It offers activities, demonstrations, workshops, lectures and exhibitions across universities, laboratories, cultural centers, and schools. The 2026 thread will revolve around the theme "Savvy Flavors", exploring the links between flavor, cooking and taste.
Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine, just north of Paris, is a town with a rich industrial and cultural heritage. In the 19th century, the opening of the waterworks in 1830 signaled the rise of river infrastructure to support trade along the Seine. Saint-Ouen The march of industrialization then took shape with mechanical workshops, notably the renowned PSA/Citroën stamping plant that has been rooted in the town since the mid-20th century. These spaces today stand as important witnesses to the urban and technological shift.
In the heart of Saint-Ouen is the Centre des Sciences et des Arts, home to the École municipale des Beaux-Arts, the Galerie Mariton and the ATLAS science center. The ATLAS center, founded over twenty years ago, is dedicated to bringing science and society closer together: it organizes educational workshops, lecture series and events throughout the year in conjunction with the French Ministry of Education. During the Fête de la Science, it coordinates local events focusing on climate, robotics, energy and the environment.
With its blend of history, industry, arts and scientific culture, Saint-Ouen is a particularly suitable setting for the Fête de la Science. Here's what to expect this year.
Center de Culture Scientifique ATLAS
Exhibition: A Journey Through Taste
The exhibition takes a historical, scientific and cultural look at taste and flavors.
Works from the municipal collection of the Museum of France and archival documents also tie in with local history: agriculture and market gardening, as well as the food industries that were active in Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine up until the 1980s.
The artist Little K showcases four works, offering a quirky, offbeat take on street food and junk food.
Participation guidelines:
• Target audiences: 6–11 years, 11–15 years, 15–18 years, 18–25 years, 25+ years
• Conditions: Free admission
Hours: Tuesday, 29 September — 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday, 30 September — 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Thursday, 1 October — 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Friday, 2 October — 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Saturday, 3 October — 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday, 6 October — 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday, 7 October — 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Thursday, 8 October — 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Friday, 9 October — 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Saturday, 10 October — 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday, 13 October — 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday, 14 October — 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Thursday, 15 October — 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Friday, 16 October — 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Saturday, 17 October — 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Fermented Foods Workshop
Bread, wine, cheese, yogurt, and even sauerkraut and olives — fermented foods frequently appear on our plates. It’s an ancient method of preserving and transforming food that unites cultures around the world. The workshop invites you to discover and taste a selection of fermented foods from different countries, and to understand the biological and chemical processes at work.
Participation requirements:
• Target audiences: 11–15 years, 15–18 years, 18–25 years, 25 years and up
• Prerequisites: Registration required
Schedule: Saturday, October 3 — 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM
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Dates and Opening Time
From October 3, 2026 to October 10, 2026
Location
Center de culture scientifique Atlas
7 Rue de l'Union
93400 Saint Ouen
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Official website
www.fetedelascience.fr
