There's never a dull moment in the Paris region! Every week, there's a wide range of ideas for outings with children, friends, family and soulmates. The treasures of our heritage also take part in the huge celebration that is Paris and the Île-de-France region. And among the historic sites inviting us to enjoy canon animations, we also find the castles!
From sound and light shows to fireworks displays, festivals, concerts and interactive adventures, these masterpieces of our heritage also unveil a program that's both festive and unusual, rich in immersive, playful and sublime events that allow us to experience precious moments with our loved ones. Whether it's through guided tours that bring history to life before our very eyes, eye-popping illuminations, or anachronistic evenings that take us through the night, the châteaux vie with each other in their ingenuity to delight Parisians and visitors in search of adventure!
Here's a roundup of the hot and unusual events awaiting us at châteaux in Paris and the Ile-de-France region. Stay tuned, and don't forget to check this page regularly: it's updated as we make announcements and discoveries. And don't forget to book when you can - places are going fast!
Grand Christmas 2025 at the Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte: a magical immersion in the enchantment of the festive season.
The Grand Christmas at the Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte is back to enchant the holiday season, from Saturday, November 15, 2025, to Sunday, January 4, 2026. Immerse yourself in the dreams of the three brothers and embark on a magical journey through the château. The gardens also hold a few surprises, with a temporary ice rink and illuminated decorations. [Read more]
Le Parcours du Roi, the Château de Versailles' 2025 Christmas tour and show
Le Parcours du Roi is the Château de Versailles' Christmas show, offering families the chance to discover the château's most beautiful rooms in a Baroque atmosphere, from December 13, 2025 to January 3, 2026. The event culminates in a very special meeting with Baroque Santa Claus! [Read more]
Christmas 2025 at Blandy-les-Tours Castle: an immersive, medieval holiday experience (77)
Blandy-les-Tours Castle is offering a festive adventure just in time for the holiday season. Join us to save Christmas during an immersive medieval show suitable for all ages, running until January 4, 2026. [Read more]
Christmas 2025 movie screenings at Château de Ferrières (77): Zootopia 2 and Wicked Part II
From December 22 to 28, 2025, the Château de Ferrières is organizing exclusive screenings of Zootopia 2 and Wicked Part II in its sumptuous Grand Salon for a cinema-themed Christmas! [Read more]
The stays of Marie Antoinette and Louis XVI: an immersive weekend with a show and introduction to the Château de Fontainebleau
An immersive show about Marie Antoinette and Louis XVI will take over the Château de Fontainebleau on the weekend of April 18-19, 2025. Skits, equestrian shows, an introduction to Jeu de Paume... we'll tell you more about the program that awaits you at this event, which is sure to take you back in time! [Read more]
Dates and Opening Time
From September 6, 2024 to December 31, 2028
