Bons plans child family guide - activities

Paris Plages at the Bassin de la Villette 2023, free activities for young and old

For Paris Plages, the Bassin de la Villette comes alive from July 8 to September 3, 2023. On the program? Swimming in the basin, pedal-boating, sports - here's a great opportunity to introduce your children and teenagers to water sports for free, or to take an unusual stroll along the Canal.

A weekend of free family activities around Polichinelle at the Louvre

On the occasion of the Etés du Louvre, the open-air festival of the famous Parisian museum, on Saturday July 1 and Sunday July 2, 2023, families are invited to a weekend of free activities!

Free children's outing: 3 digital treasure hunts to discover in the parks of Seine-Saint-Denis

Is it the summer vacations, the weekend or any other day and you're looking after the kids? If you've got nothing planned, don't panic, we've got just the idea for you! Completely free, all you need is a smartphone. Take your cap, water bottle and sun cream, and off you go!

La Fête des enfants, a children's paradise in Epinay-sur-Seine (93) this summer

In Epinay-sur-Seine, summer promises to be a busy one: between the Eté du Canal events and the town's summer vacation activities, there's plenty to keep young and old busy in July and August! For an afternoon of bouncy castle fun, head to the Presles gardens from July 8 to 21, 2023.

Beaches and water sports activities for the Canal Summer 2023

With the summer heat, what could be better than a dip in the pool, paddling pool or even, for the luckiest among us, the sea? Well, you can't be a Parisian, so l'Eté du Canal is bringing the beach back to Paris and the Ile-de-France region all summer long.

Take part in a free giant Disney LEGO mural at the Forum des Halles in Paris

For the very first weekend of the vacation season, the Forum des Halles shopping center in Châtelet is offering you the chance to take part in a LEGO fresco of Disney characters.

Livres en herbe, the free children's literature festival at 6b

On Saturday July 8 and Sunday July 9, 2023, 6b will be staging its fourth Livres en herbe festival, an event aimed at the very young, with events, activities and readings for young and old all weekend long.

Rendezvous with Nature this summer, with family activities at the Jardin des Plantes

The Jardin des Plantes is a familiar sight when you've got kids. And yet, this cultural center never ceases to come up with new ideas to keep you, your children, nephews or grandchildren occupied throughout the summer vacations with its Nature Rendezvous.

Las Onces, the festival to discover Colombian traditions at Jardin 21, July 8-9, 2023

In the series of events where you're sure to travel without even leaving Paris this summer, we present the latest, a two-day festival to immerse you in Latin America! From Jardin 21, the cultural and festive wasteland in the 19th arrondissement, take a one-way ticket to Colombia, with a program combining concerts, Latino DJ sets and creative workshops, for a festive weekend with friends and family!

Contes au jardin: free poetic stories told in the Jardin des Plantes all summer long

During the summer vacations, from July 12 to August 23, 2023, storytellers and costuses invade the Jardin des Plantes to tell you wonderful stories every Wednesday, from age 6 upwards.

Festival des Arènes de Montmartre: free events, shows and concerts on July 15

Did you know? On the Montmartre side, just a few hundred meters from the Sacré-Coeur, you'll find the Arènes de Montmartre, a veritable cultural landmark on the Butte. On Saturday, July 15, 2023, the Festival des Arènes takes place here, a festive and artistic event, free for all!

Les Extatiques 2023: the monumental exhibition at La Défense and La Seine Musicale is unveiled

Les Extatiques, the free open-air contemporary exhibition at La Défense and Seine Musciale, returns for its 6th edition from June 22 to October 1, 2023. This year, we're off to discover the extraordinary works and installations of 8 artists on the theme of the 4 elements.

Garden Party Festival: the free flower power event at the Domaine de Madame Elisabeth in Yvelines

On Saturday, June 17, 2023, the Domaine de Madame Elisabeth in Versailles, transforms itself for its Garden Party Festival, the festive event for all ages, entirely free! Between animations, outdoor games and concerts all afternoon, this is the event not to be missed this Saturday, June 17, 2023!

Animations, guided tours, canoe, bike and paddle at the Fête du Canal de l'Ourcq (77)

Did you know that? The Ourcq Canal, which begins at La Villette, in the 19th arrondissement, allows you to cycle or walk to Meaux! It is about 50 kilometers long and takes you to Seine-et-Marne, where the Canal will be celebrated on the weekend of Saturday, June 10 and Sunday, June 11, 2023 with a family, sports and cultural program.

A family treasure hunt to discover the state forest of La Grange in Yerres (91)

13 kilometers south-east of Paris, the state forest of La Grange connects the Val-de-Marne and Essonne, between the castles of Grosbois and La Grange: rather unknown, the association Au Fil de l'Eau decided to remedy this by proposing a treasure hunt combining a walk and nature observation, to discover one of the most beautiful green spaces of the Ile-de-France with the children

Gennevilliers celebrates the Fête de la Nature 2023: Discover the free and fun program

From May 22 to 28, 2023 in Gennevilliers, the Fête de la Nature awaits you with a whole week of free and diverse activities to raise awareness of environmental issues among young and old.

Kids' Color Games, sports activities for children with color throwing in Meudon-la-forêt

On Sunday, June 18, 2023, go to Meudon-la-forêt, in the park of Tronchet all afternoon to participate in all kinds of activities and sporting and creative challenges for the little ones and the older ones. Get ready for strength and agility tests... what a great way to spend a crazy afternoon with your family!

Visiting Paris with your family: six free game trails for fun walks with children

Visiting Paris is good, but with animations or devices to entertain the children, it is even better! The Paris Mômes team is now offering six new game trails to discover the capital's emblematic neighborhoods with your family!

Fête de la Nature 2023: what to do in Paris with your children

From May 24 to 29, 2023, the Fête de la Nature is back for a new edition throughout France: on the program are workshops, activities, walks... and many other surprises in the capital's well-known and little-known gardens! What if we went with our family?

Unusual: a visit to the apiaries of the Parc André Citroën, this Sunday, May 14, 2023

Did you know that? The André Citroën park does not have a farm with animals, or a stable with ponies, but another type of animal, slightly smaller: bees. And yes, there are beehives in this green place and we propose you a visit this Sunday, May 14, 2023.