After the Hanami weekend tinted in pink, the Moulin Jaune invites us to dive into a flowering whirl on May 16 and 17, 2026. This remarkable garden spanning 4 hectares, perched along the Grand Morin in Crécy-la-Chapelle in Seine-et-Marne (77), is opening its doors for an extraordinary weekend dedicated to flowers, where picnics, costumes and poetry are in full bloom. Slip into your finest floral patterns and head there.
Running along the Grand Morin river, the Moulin Jaune garden-theatre serves as Slava Polunin’s artistic laboratory, the clown behind Slava's Snowshow, who since 2001 has invited artists, craftsmen, gardeners and cooks to create alongside him. Recognized as a remarkable garden by the Ministry of Culture in December 2014, the park is made up of several themed gardens that function as stages for artistic interventions. From the romantic pink garden to the enigmatic black garden, via the yellow garden with its famous hanging chairs, each space tells its own story. A world that is at once real and wondrous, a deft blend of raw art, science fiction and a Fellini-esque circus.
For this May 2026 edition, Le Moulin Jaune celebrates flowers in all their forms: the daisy brushed by a bee, the cottage-garden forget-me-not, the rose that unfurls in the sun. The dress code fleuri is strongly encouraged—natural or artificial flowers, floral patterns, leafy crowns, flowery beards… everything goes as long as it blooms. It’s the perfect excuse to dust off the costume you usually keep at the back of the closet, to dare a crown of daisies or a boldly Hawaiian shirt. And the dogs? They’re welcome too, provided they sport an outfit that fits the theme. A detail that doubles as a challenge for the most creative owners.
Each garden at Moulin Jaune offers its own unique mood, with stage-worthy spaces for artistic interventions and cozy cabins for relaxing, working, or playing. You can bring a picnic, lounge on the grassy banks by the water, or enjoy the on-site bars that echo the weekend’s theme. From performances and roaming acts to workshops and interactive installations, everything is geared toward immersing visitors in the theme. Accordions, knitting, board games—whatever you like, bring it along to turn your day into a true, liberating break.
The garden is open from 11:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. (doors close at 5 p.m.; exits by 6:30 p.m.). Three entry windows help manage crowds: 11:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m.–4:30 p.m., and 3:30 p.m.–6:30 p.m. Tickets can be bought online at moulinjaune.com, with a higher rate applying from May 11: €30 per adult and €25 per child (ages 3–12). Admission is free up to the 3rd birthday. A family rate of €70 (2 adults + 2 children) is available throughout the season, and a disability rate of €10 per person (+1 accompanying person) is offered on presentation of the CMI. Some tickets are also sold on-site subject to availability, and there is a ticket-subsidization option for those experiencing financial hardship. To reach the venue by public transport, Transilien Line P from Gare de l’Est serves Villiers-Montbarbin station, just a short walk from the Moulin.
This weekend is for both families with kids and fans of unusual outings, as well as lovers seeking a bucolic escape off the beaten track, and anyone eager to set aside the ordinary for a day. We especially admire the venue’s participatory spirit: you don’t just visit it, you live it. Costumes aren’t a constraint; they’re an invitation to play. Fear not— even the most whimsical outfits and accessories won’t clash with the fantastical backdrop, where the whole team joyfully joins in. One caveat, though: spaces are limited and Moulin Jaune weekends tend to sell out quickly, so it’s best to book in advance.
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Dates and Opening Time
From May 16, 2026 to May 17, 2026
Prices
Billets: €25 - €30
