Jardin Bonheur 2026: the garden and nature festival in Levallois

Jardin Bonheur is the nature festival organized every year by the city of Levallois-Perret. For its 20th edition, the event goes all out with a Mexico-inspired theme and plenty of free activities for kids and adults alike. Meet us at Parc de la Planchette for the weekend of May 29–31, 2026.

In the Hauts-de-Seine (92), the Parc de la Planchette in Levallois-Perret is gearing up to burst into bloom once again from Friday, May 29 to Sunday, May 31 for Jardin Bonheur 2026. This year, the free event, organized by the City of Levallois, celebrates its 20th anniversary and sets the scene for a Mexican-inspired escape—bright with flowers and fiesta. A commemorative edition that promises to awaken a craving for greenery and a dash of wanderlust.

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To mark its 20th anniversary, more than 70 exhibitors will set up along the park’s paths: nurserymen, horticulturists, garden designers, artisans and local producers will sow a thousand and one inspirations. The Parc de la Planchette will become a vast open-air garden where visitors can browse decor ideas, gather tips, and nurture their future green projects — from a simple flowering balcony to a lush, thriving garden.

On the food front, visitors can also satisfy their cravings with a carefully curated lineup of food trucks such as La Guinguette Nomade with its Mexican flavors and a spicy kick, La Fourgonnette for artisanal burgers, or Tricy’Crêpe and Glaces Sœurette for a sunny, sweet treat to enjoy in the sun.

As always, free admission, this festive weekend will bloom with family-friendly activities: creative workshops, nature-themed explorations, poetic rides, sensory experiences, and outdoor games will punctuate this leafy interlude.

Program of activities:

Creative workshops for children

(only Saturday May 30 and Sunday May 31, from 10:00 to 13:00 and from 14:00 to 17:00 — on-site registration subject to available spaces)

THE COLOR OF HAPPINESS
From 5 years old (30 min)
Create a joyful, ultra-colorful floral arrangement using seasonal blooms.
MY HEART
From 7 to 12 years (30 min)
A creative workshop to craft a lucky, flower-filled heart inspired by Mexican motifs.
AZTEC PLANT WORKSHOP
From 5 years old (20 min)
A playful introduction to plant propagation: kids learn how to multiply plants, make their own cutting, and decorate their pot with Aztec patterns.
MEXICO SALT WORKSHOP
From 5 years old (15 min)
Discover Mexican aromas and seasonings with the creation of a personalized scented salt to take home.

100% nature activities and workshops

(offered by the Fishing and Nature Center — 10:00–12:30 and 2:00–6:00 PM)

THE SEINE COMES TO LIFE!
A large participatory mural exploring the biodiversity of the Seine. Kids and grown-ups can cut, color and glue fish, aquatic plants and river animals to create a giant, collective artwork.
Every hour, playful mini-challenges will be offered to help visitors grasp the stakes of water and environmental preservation.
MYSTERY AT THE ECOLOGICAL BASIN!
(Departures every 30 minutes)
An immersive investigation where families become true eco-detectives.
Expect an investigation notebook, witnesses to question, puzzles to solve, and a mystery word to uncover around the park’s ecological basin.
Young investigators will leave with an official “Basin Guardian” stamp.
AIM TRUE!
An arcery introduction in a fun, fully safe format using suction-cup arrows. Kids will learn the basics with qualified instructors.
EMBRACE THE BAREFOOT TRAIL!
A sensory family experience near the dovecote. Wood, grasses, straw, bark and other textures compose this playful, barefoot-friendly route to explore without shoes.
TAKE A GAMES BREAK!
The Versus Levallois association will host a curated set of nature- and Mexican culture-themed board games, with tips and guidance for family play.

Poetic rides and festive celebrations

L’ARMADA
De 3 à 7 ans (10 min)
10h30-12h / 14h30-16h / 17h-18h30
A visual and sound carousel show where kids embark on a fantastical fishing adventure in search of sea monsters: octopuses, sperm whales and swordfish.
LA BELLE ROUE
À partir de 3 ans (10 min)
10h30-12h30 et 14h30-18h30
A wooden, human-powered, eco-friendly ride for little and big travelers.
LE TOURNIQUET
Jusqu'à 12 ans (moins de 40 kg) (5 min)
10h30-12h30 et 16h-18h
Children step into fantastical, colorful characters while parents pedal to move the ride.
LE MANÈGE À BRAS
Moins de 7 ans
10h-13h et 14h30-18h
A musical ride featuring funny animals, pushed directly by parents for a truly family-friendly moment.
LE POISSON GÉANT À BASCULE
Hercule le poisson géant invite petits et grands à retrouver le plaisir simple de se balancer ensemble.
PORTRAITS DE FAMILLE
Un espace photo souvenir dans une ambiance colorée et festive pour repartir avec des clichés ultra vitaminés.
LOS AMIGOS MARIACHIS
De 15h à 19h
Musiciens et danseuses folkloriques déambuleront dans le parc dans leurs costumes traditionnels pour faire vibrer Jardin Bonheur au rythme du Mexique.

A perfect excuse to get outdoors with the family, roll up your sleeves, and get your hands dirty… plus a head full of ideas for growing things at home!