Wouldn’t now be the perfect time to embrace the green? As spring awakens and nature begins to reclaim its space, numerous plant festivals brighten up our days. If you're looking to discover new gems, buy top-quality plants, get expert advice, and explore beautiful gardens, you’re in the right place.
2025 promises to be an eventful year for plant and garden lovers in the Paris region. The festivities begin in spring and continue throughout the year. In this ultimate guide, discover the must-see events to enjoy these exceptional Plant Festivals and Garden Openings in Paris and the Ile-de-France region.
We've put together a selection of great events, from the Château de Saint-Jean de Beauregard to Versailles, via La Roche-Guyon and even Barbizon. Follow the guide and stay tuned, as the article is updated regularly.
Thousands of tulips at the Château de Dampierre in Yvelines, captured in photos and video! Events planned.
In the Yvelines, the Domaine de Dampierre opens its Printanières from late March to early May 2026. Thousands of tulips, a Tulip Day, and a Plant Festival are on the agenda for spring 2026—the full story, plus the photos and video from our on-site visit, are revealed to you. [Read more]
Where to pick tulips in Île-de-France? Open fields and pick-your-own spots this spring
Spring is on its way, bringing with it the season of blossoms. While cherry and magnolia trees are already in bloom, tulips are adding splashes of vibrant color to the Île-de-France landscapes. For those eager to pick their own, local farms across the region offer opportunities to do just that. [Read more]
The Free Viroflay Plant Festival 2026 (78)
The Viroflay Plant Festival in the Yvelines is making a comeback on March 21 and 22, 2026, right outside the media library. Expect a vibrant display of colorful plants, shrubs, geraniums, palms, and local producers—all open to the public with free admission. [Read more]
Plant and Garden Arts Days at the Grand Parquet in Fontainebleau 2026
The Plant and Garden Art Days celebrate their 10th anniversary at the Grand Parquet in Fontainebleau, Seine-et-Marne. This must-attend event for garden enthusiasts in Île-de-France is set to return on March 28 and 29, 2026. [Read more]
Plantes pour Tous: plants from €0.90 in Paris and Île-de-France, upcoming sales
Plant lovers, you can count on Plantes pour Tous to stock up on greenery of all sizes and styles, from 90 cents, all year round. [Read more]
Seine-et-Marne: The Larchant Plant Fair 2026 — Market, Swap, and Family Activities - 77
The Larchant Plant Fair is making a return on Sunday, April 5, 2026, in the charming village of Seine-et-Marne. Visitors can look forward to a floral market, plant exchanges, gourmet food stalls, and cultural activities — all part of a free, family-friendly day out. [Read more]
The Spring Plant Festival 2026 at Château de Saint-Jean de Beauregard (91)
The grounds of Château de Saint-Jean de Beauregard will be open from April 10 to 12, 2026, for its annual Spring Plant Festival. Join us alongside 200 exhibitors for a weekend packed with activities and entertainment. [Read more]
The Valley of Plants and Flowers 2026: Argenteuil’s premier botanical event
This weekend, Saturday 11 and Sunday 12 April 2026, come discover the 30th edition of Vallée aux plantes et aux fleurs in Argenteuil. A perfect chance to stock up on flowers and plants as spring gets underway! [Read more]
Montfort l'Amaury’s Plant and Garden Festival 2026 (78)
Montfort l'Amaury, a charming town in the Yvelines département, hosts the 14th edition of the Plant and Garden Festival. This event is a must-visit for gardening enthusiasts, taking place over the weekend of April 11 and 12, 2026, amid the historic setting of this medieval town. [Read more]
Seine-Saint-Denis: Tulip Festival 2026, the lively and free spring event in the 93
The Tulip Festival is making a comeback on the weekend of April 18 and 19, 2026, at the Legion of Honor Park in Saint Denis for what promises to be an exciting edition! Expect a lineup of activities, workshops, concerts, and performances suitable for all ages — all completely free and open to everyone. [Read more]
Val-de-Marne: thousands of plants at the Grand Paris Horticultural Center’s free Open House days
The Grand Paris Sud Est Avenir Horticultural Center, in Mandres-les-Roses, will open its doors for free on April 18, 2026. Workshops, plant swaps, beekeeping, and nature activities for the whole family await. A great option for free, family-friendly discoveries. [Read more]
Barbizon's Parks and Gardens Festival 2026: free activities in Seine-et-Marne
The Barbizon Parks and Gardens Festival returns for its 5th edition on 18 and 19 April 2026 in Seine-et-Marne, centered on the theme World Gardens, with a lineup of free activities for the whole family. [Read more]
Esprit Jardin 2026 in Versailles: the Free Plant Festival — Here's the Program
Sprit Jardin is back on April 25 and 26, 2026, for its free plant festival in the Saint-Louis neighborhood and at the Potager du Roi in Versailles: 100 exhibitors, creative workshops, entertainment, and a special program to celebrate the 400th anniversary await visitors. [Read more]
Fête des Plantes at Château de La Roche-Guyon 2025 in the Val d'Oise
La Roche-Guyon hosts a new edition of the Fête des Plantes et de l'art de vivre au jardin on Saturday May 3 and Sunday May 4, 2025 on the theme: Le Jardin (se) boit. This picturesque village, just an hour from Paris, is the place to go green. [Read more]
Crèvecœur-En-Brie Plant Fair 2026 (77)
The Crèvecœur-en-Brie Plant Fair is making its return on Friday, May 8, 2026, at Place Saint-Jean in Seine-et-Marne (77). Hosted by the Crèvecœur-Arevi association, this year's event will feature a wide selection of vegetable plants, flowers, and shrubs, with food vendors available on-site. Entrance is free. [Read more]
The Gardens Festival of Soisy-sur-Seine in Essonne, 2026
The 16th Soisy-sur-Seine Gardens Festival is returning to Grand Veneur Park on May 9 and 10, 2026. Visitors can enjoy a variety of plant exhibits, artisan stalls, plant swaps, and free activities—all part of this celebration of nature in Essonne. The event is open to everyone and free of charge. [Read more]
Festival of Gardens Past and Present: Plant Exchange and Market at Méréville Estate (91)
Explore a variety of fruits and vegetables from past and present in a historic vegetable garden located in the heart of the Méréville Estate in Essonne, on Sunday, May 10, 2026. Enjoy a range of engaging activities, making it a perfect day for nature lovers and families alike. [Read more]
Neauphle-le-Château in the Yvelines (78) hosts a local plant and craft fair
On Sunday, May 10, 2026, Neauphle-le-Château welcomes spring with its Plant and Local Products Fair. This free event in the heart of the Yvelines region brings together nurserymen, artisans, and local associations for a day filled with exchanges and discoveries—featuring everything from a classic seed swap to a bustling local market. [Read more]
Seine-et-Marne: this Spring Plant Swap is making a comeback in May 2026, delighting gardening enthusiasts
The Spring Troc'Plantes fair is returning on May 10, 2026, at the Fontaine-le-Port Town Hall Park in Seine-et-Marne (77). Expect plant exchanges, nature activities, kids' workshops, and a photo exhibition—all geared towards nature lovers and garden enthusiasts. [Read more]
The Orgeval Flower Show 2026: A Celebration of Plants in the Yvelines
The Floralies of Orgeval, hosted by the Lions Club, are set to return on May 23 and 24, 2026, at the Brunetterie Park in Yvelines for their 11th edition, blending vibrant displays of plants and flowers with a spirit of community solidarity. [Read more]
Jardins, Jardin 2026 at the Villa Windsor Park in Boulogne, Paris — what’s coming up?
For its 20th edition, the Jardin, Jardin festival is returning to the Villa Windsor Park in the Bois de Boulogne, Paris 16th, from May 28 to 31, 2026. This year’s event will focus on biodiversity and collaborative action. Here’s everything you need to know. [Read more]
Plant Festival and Green Crafts Fair 2026 at Château de Brie-Comte-Robert (77)
For the second edition of the Flower and Botanical Craft Festival, the medieval Château de Brie-Comte-Robert in Seine-et-Marne will host horticulturists, nurseries, and artisans on June 6 and 7, 2026. Best of all, entry is free—so take advantage of this charming event. [Read more]
Jardin21 reopens its doors and kicks off its 2026 season with a grand weekend of festivities, hands-on gardening workshops, and cultural discoveries.
Sponsored - In April, Jardin21—the festive, plant-filled community space perched along the Canal de l’Ourcq in the 19th arrondissement—reopens with a big weekend of celebration, backed by a rich and varied program. It’s the perfect nudge to welcome spring: engaged initiatives, gardening workshops, youth activities, lively evenings, a yoga session… everything you need to get away without leaving Paris. Free entry. [Read more]
In Essonne, the House of the Environment unveils its 2026 programme for Rendez-Vous aux Jardins.
Les Rendez-vous aux jardins invites the curious, casual walkers, and botany enthusiasts to rediscover parks and gardens in a whole new light from June 5 to 7, 2026. At the Departmental House of the Environment, on the Montauger estate, this big weekend comes with a special program! [Read more]
From Tai Chi at Parc des Guilands (93) to the Gardens' Rendezvous 2026
The Garden Rendez-vous invites curious visitors and plant lovers to rediscover the Guilands Park, a sprawling green haven nestled between Bagnolet and Montreuil. This Sunday, June 7, 2026, attendees can enjoy a Tai Chi session in the heart of this expansive green space in Seine-Saint-Denis. [Read more]
Rendez-vous aux jardins 2026: a zen stroll through a Japanese-inspired garden in the Val-d'Oise
The "Rendez-vous aux jardins" event returns on June 5–7, 2026! A chance to enjoy delightful, verdant strolls. In Val-d'Oise, head to Courdimanche's Zen Garden! [Read more]
Gardens Rendezvous 2026: creative workshops and performances at the Abbey of Maubuisson in Val-d'Oise.
The Rendez-vous aux Jardins 2026 invites you to discover the Domaine de Maubuisson this weekend, June 5–7, 2026, with a rich lineup of activities including creative workshops and guided tours. [Read more]
This winch, a remnant of an old quarry, springs to life once again for the 2026 Gardens Rendez-Vous.
At the Auboin Quarry Winch, in Châtillon, the atmosphere is already building for the 2026 Gardens Festival! This historic industrial site will host a jazz concert this Sunday, June 7, 2026. [Read more]
In Essonne, this ecological garden unveils its plans for the 2026 Garden Meetings
In Étampes, the Bressault Gardens host the 'Rendez-vous aux jardins' event from June 5 to 7, 2026—a wonderful opportunity to explore a unique space dedicated to biodiversity and the plant world. [Read more]
Rendez-Vous aux Jardins 2026: Celebrating Medicinal Plants at Blandy-les-Tours Castle (77)
The Blandy-les-Tours castle is ready to participate in the Garden Rendezvous, with this year's edition taking place this weekend, June 5–7, 2026, across Paris and Île-de-France. This time, the spotlight is on medicinal plants! Check out the full schedule. [Read more]
An exhibition about pollinators right in the heart of Paris for the 2026 Garden Rendez-Vous
In Paris, Villemin Garden – Mahsa Jîna Amini will host the Gardens Rendez-vous from June 5 to 7, 2026. A perfect outing for those curious about nature, botany, and heritage, set along the scenic banks of the Canal Saint-Martin. [Read more]
This unique and remarkable garden in Seine-et-Marne reveals its program for the 2026 Garden Gatherings.
Looking for a unique outing idea for Gardens Rendez-Vous? This is the perfect chance to explore the remarkable Moulin Jaune Garden, an extraordinary spot that’s sure to charm both kids and adults alike! [Read more]
Upcoming Gardens Visit 2026 at Groussay Park in Rambouillet: The Program
This Sunday, June 7, 2026, the Groussay Park will open its gates for the Rendez-vous aux Jardins event. This year’s edition invites visitors to rediscover this lush green space, thoughtfully designed to showcase biodiversity and promote ecological education. [Read more]
Meetup at the 2026 Gardens Festival at the 33 Hectares Park in Neuilly-sur-Marne
On the occasion of the Gardens Rendez-vous, the Croissant-Vert Park in Neuilly-sur-Marne opens its gates to curious visitors and botany enthusiasts for a weekend of nature-inspired activities from June 5 to 7, 2026. [Read more]
Discover this classic French-style garden nestled within a Yvelines palace during the 2026 Garden Meetings.
On the occasion of the 2026 Rendez-vous aux Jardins, the Palace of the King of Rome, located just outside Rambouillet, invites visitors to enjoy a special program this weekend, June 6 and 7, 2026, right in the heart of its stunning formal French garden. [Read more]
Discover the private garden of a spiritual center in Versailles during the 2026 Garden Rendezvous
The Garden Meetings invite visitors to explore the grounds of the Spiritual Center of the Cenacle in Versailles, a lush green oasis designed in the style of an English garden, this Sunday, June 7, 2026. Here's a sneak peek at what's on the agenda! [Read more]
Meetings at the 2026 Gardens in Essonne (91): This Private Playful Garden Unveils Its Schedule
For this latest edition of the Rendez-Vous aux Jardins, taking place from June 5 to 7, 2026, the playful garden of Patrick and Rolan in Puiselet-le-Marais, Essonne, welcomes visitors with a specially curated program designed just for the event. [Read more]
Meetup at the Gardens 2026 at the Relief Map Museum, located in the heart of the Hôtel des Invalides in Paris
Located in the heart of Les Invalides, the Relief Map Museum invites you to join this year's edition of « Rendez-vous aux Jardins 2026 ». Explore the exciting lineup of activities and events awaiting you for a delightful weekend in the countryside from June 5 to 7, 2026. [Read more]
Meetup at the 2026 Gardens Festival at Haute-Ile Park in Neuilly-sur-Marne: the full lineup
What activities are planned for the "Rendez-Vous aux Jardins" in Seine-Saint-Denis? In Neuilly-sur-Marne, the Haute-Île regional park is offering guided artistic tours to help visitors rediscover its scenic beauty. [Read more]
Rendez-vous aux Jardins 2026: Discover the program at the Garden by the Browns Rocks (93)
The "Rendez-vous aux Jardins" invites Parisians and residents of Île-de-France to a weekend full of exploration, discovery, and wonder in some of the most beautiful, hidden, and extraordinary green spaces in the region. Mark your calendars for June 5th to 7th, 2026. In Montreuil, don’t miss the Côté des Roches Brunes Garden — it’s calling you! [Read more]
This private château in Yvelines opens its gardens to the public for the 2026 Gardens Rendez-vous!
On the occasion of the 2026 Rendez-Vous aux Jardins, the Château de la Celle-Les-Bordes, a private estate nestled in the Yvelines, will open its grounds to the public this Sunday, June 7, 2026. [Read more]
Meetings at the Gardens 2026: Discover Juliette's Stunning Gardens in Elancourt with Free Admission - 78
The Gardens Meetings are also taking place in Élancourt in the Yvelines this weekend, June 6 and 7, 2026. Over two days, explore a variety of beautifully landscaped areas—from the English garden to the Japanese garden, including the French style. [Read more]
Rendez-vous aux Jardins 2025 at Jardins de Sonja, Le Perray-en-Yvelines (78)
Rendez-vous aux Jardins is back again this year, from May 6 to June 8, 2025. It's an event not to be missed if you love beautiful gardens, squares and parks. And in Le Perray-en-Yvelines, the Jardins de Sonja are answering the call of this cultural and bucolic event! [Read more]
Spring Plant Days & Garden Art Festival in Fontainebleau – at the Grand Parquet
Sponsored - The Plant Days and Garden Art Festival celebrate their 10th anniversary and are making a comeback at the stunning Grand Parquet in Fontainebleau on Saturday, March 28, and Sunday, March 29, 2026. [Read more]
A free watercolor workshop at Noisiel Park for the 2026 Gardens Festival
For the 2026 edition of Gardens' Rendez-Vous, Noisiel Park invites visitors to enjoy a free watercolor workshop this coming Saturday, June 6th. Hurry—registration is required, and spaces are limited! [Read more]
Meet at the Gardens 2026 in Couilly-Pont-Aux-Dames (77): Discovering a remarkable park
The "Rendez-Vous aux Jardins" takes place from June 5 to 7, 2026, across Paris and the Île-de-France region. In Seine-et-Marne, in the heart of Couilly-Pont-Aux-Dames, the Artists' Retirement Home, designated as a Remarkable Heritage site of Île-de-France, opens its doors to reveal its beautiful gardens. [Read more]
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