Forest Nights 2026: The Best Deals and Nature Outings in Paris and Île-de-France

Published by Graziella de Sortiraparis, My de Sortiraparis · Photos by My de Sortiraparis · Updated on May 7, 2026 at 02:47 p.m.
Nights of the Forests are back in the Paris region from June 5 to 21, 2026. It’s a chance to wander the woods across hundreds of cultural and bucolic experiences: installations, evening gatherings, performances and guided strolls. And most of the activities are free, so enjoy them!

The Festival des Forêts en Île-de-France, born in 2020, keeps growing. Having become Les Nuits des Forêts four years ago, it is now a nationwide program! From 5 to 21 June 2026, the festival invites us to rediscover the forests of Paris and Île-de-France, through dozens of animations and experiences of various kinds, most of them free!

Between performances, artistic installations, evening gatherings, and also daytime or nighttime strolls, this rendezvous that blends forest, culture and art has plenty to attract both the young and the endlessly curious. In the past, the event lasted three days; today, it's a dozen days of activities that promise even more exciting discoveries.

In the era of climate change, the rising collective realization that we must safeguard natural spaces so we can escape into them is more central than ever in public debate. The Nuits des Forêts align with an ecological awareness effort, inviting us to rediscover the forests around us with a fresh perspective, to reflect on their fragility, and to deepen our understanding of the major forest challenges.

To make sure you don't miss out on any of the many activities on offer, check out the Paris and Ile-de-France program as it becomes available!

Forest Nights by Department in Île-de-France

Jardin d'Agronomie Tropicale, le jardin exotique à ParisJardin d'Agronomie Tropicale, le jardin exotique à ParisJardin d'Agronomie Tropicale, le jardin exotique à ParisJardin d'Agronomie Tropicale, le jardin exotique à Paris Nights of the Forests 2026: nocturnal observations and free workshops at the Tropical Agronomy Garden
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Le Brunch animé du Château de MéridonLe Brunch animé du Château de MéridonLe Brunch animé du Château de MéridonLe Brunch animé du Château de Méridon Nuits des Forêts 2026 in the Yvelines: the schedule of nature outings in the 78
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Journée internationale des forêts 2025 : des visites guidées gratuites en forêt de FontainebleauJournée internationale des forêts 2025 : des visites guidées gratuites en forêt de FontainebleauJournée internationale des forêts 2025 : des visites guidées gratuites en forêt de FontainebleauJournée internationale des forêts 2025 : des visites guidées gratuites en forêt de Fontainebleau Forest Night 2026 in Seine-Saint-Denis: strolls to discover the region’s wildlife and plant life in the 93
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The Nights of the Forests return for a new edition from June 5 to 21, 2026, spanning Île-de-France and, in particular, the nature spots of Val-d'Oise, with a bucolic, free program for the whole family. [Read more]

So, are we going green?

Practical information

Dates and Opening Time
From June 5, 2026 to June 21, 2026

× Approximate opening times: to confirm opening times, please contact the establishment.

    Prices
    Free

    Official website
    nuitsdesforets.com

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