Paris Plages 2026: the free program all summer long at the Bassin de la Villette

For Paris Plages, the Bassin de la Villette is back in service: from July 4 to August 30, 2026, it will host free activities for young and old, but above all, a charming swimming spot.

The rendezvous of the été in the capital not to be missed is definitely Paris Plages: with its various spots to sunbathe and enjoy the free activities, it’s the must-visit place to come with family, friends or solo to take a workout class, chill, read, or swim...

Over at the Bassin de la Villette, Paris Plages offers a superb lineup all through the summer break, the summer holidays, from July 4 to August 30, 2026: pedal boats and kayaks at the water sports base, outdoor swimming for free, dance classes every evening, free fitness activities, ludothèque and open-air library... plus a trampoline, carousel, slides, a zip line, and more. In short, for an outdoor afternoon, a family outing with a picnic, or a gentle stroll, Paris Plages is the place to be all summer long in 2026! Note that the quays along the Seine and Loire are open from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Sunday to Thursday and from 10:00 a.m. to midnight on Fridays and Saturdays.

This year, 2026, the Paris Plages edition puts the United States in the spotlight, to mark the United States’ 250th Independence Day.

The Paris Plages 2026 lineup on the Bassin de la Villette side:

Upcoming program

Unwind and grab a bite around Paris Plages 2026 at the Bassin de la Villette:

Pavillon des Canaux terrace, daily from 12pm to 9pm
Located in the heart of the Bassin de la Villette, in the 19th arrondissement of Paris, the Pavillon des Canaux is THE place to relax and enjoy drinks and delicacies overlooking the basin.
Cafézoïde, daily from 2pm to 6pm, Wednesday to Sunday
An emblematic and friendly neighborhood venue for children aged 0 to 18, with free access and no need to book. Children under 4 must be accompanied by an adult.A reading area will also be available, thanks to the support of Bayard Jeunesse, Unique Héritage média, Robert Laffont and Fleurus.
Picnic areas andwater fountains will also be available for Parisians who want to enjoy themselves without spending a thing!

Culture at Paris Plages :

Bibliothèques Hors les Murs at the Bassin de la Villette, Tuesday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
All summer long, the City of Paris libraries will be offering a friendly space for children and adults to read books, comics, manga, children's albums, books and magazines for adults, as well as individual readings on request, coloring and board games.
A comic book library at Paris Plages, every day from 12pm to 7pm from July 16 to August 16
The Delcourt group has set up a comic book library for young and old alike to relax on deckchairs in the space by the Bassin! Hundreds of titles from both established and new-generation authors.

Learn life-saving gestures :

L'Espace Santé et gestes qui sauvent au Bassin de la Villette, Tuesday to Sunday, 2pm to 5pm
Every year, the Direction de la Santé Publique is present at Paris Plage, offering a village dedicated to health! Introduce yourself to life-saving techniques in 30-minute sessions, accessible to children aged 10 and over.

Toilets, a security/rescue center and a national police center will be set up on the site to ensure real comfort during this family outing, which should delight young and old alike!