Free of charge - activities

Paris 2024: watch the marathon swimming and triathlon trials for free

In preparation for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, several full-scale tests are being carried out this summer. In August, two events will take place, notably in the Seine, and it will be possible to see them for free in the capital.

An American baseball team arrives at the Auteuil racecourse for a free game

On August 5, 2023, attend a free friendly baseball match between the Texas Playboys, an American team, and players from the Paris region, at the Auteuil racecourse.

Automne impressionniste: guinguette cruise, shows and exhibitions in the Oise valley

For two months, get to know the Impressionist painters between Auvers-sur-Oise, Pontoise and L'Isle-Adam, thanks to exceptional events. Guinguette cruises, shows and exhibitions await you!

A free, eco-friendly catamaran to link three towns in the Hauts-de-Seine region this summer

Fancy a bit of sightseeing in the Hauts-de-Seine this summer? The département is experimenting with a free, electro-solar river shuttle between Issy-les-Moulineaux, Sèvres and Boulogne-Billancourt, from August 19 to September 30, 2023.

Heritage Days 2023: Visit the Théâtre du Châtelet

The Théâtre du Châtelet is once again taking part in the Journées du Patrimoine in Paris. Join us on Saturday, September 16, 2023 for exceptional guided tours.

La ferme ouverte de Saint-Denis, for a family nature getaway in Seine Saint-Denis

The open farm in Saint-Denis is like an oasis in the middle of the city: just a few minutes' walk from metro line 13, it's a place where nature seems to have reclaimed its rights, with fields full of vegetables, large greenhouses and, above all, animals.

Nuits des Etoiles 2023 at Mons-en-Montois (77)

In Mons-en-Montois, for the Nuits des Etoiles 2023, a great evening of stargazing is organized on August 12, 2023, to learn all about the planets and stars above us!

Nuits des Etoiles 2023 at Square Louise Michel

Head for Square Louise Michel, on the night of August 13-14, 2023, for an evening of sky-watching during the Nuits des Etoiles. What better way to become a budding astronomer!

Nuits des Étoiles 2023 at Hérouville-en-Vexin stadium (95)

For this new edition of Nuits des Étoiles 2023, astronomy enthusiasts will be meeting at the Hérouville-en-Vexin stadium, in the company of the Cassiopeia 95 association, to observe the celestial vault on the nights of August 11 and 12, 2023.

Nuits des Étoiles 2023 at the Musée de l'air et de l'Espace (93)

To celebrate the Night of the Stars, the Musée de l'Air et de l'Espace is once again opening its doors free of charge for an exceptional nocturne on Saturday, August 12, 2023. On the program? Sky observations, a recital under the stars, a giant blind-test and plenty of entertainment.

1,2,3, Nagez! free swimming lessons for children in Paris and the Ile-de-France region

Would you like to teach your child to swim from an early age? As part of the "1,2,3, Nagez!" program, free swimming lessons are offered in the Paris region at several pools and mobile pools, all summer long!

DÉPART, the new arts festival at Paris's Orly and Charles de Gaulle airports

A new festival is coming to the Paris region, in a pair of unusual locations where you'd expect to be on a plane rather than admiring artistic performances: Orly and Charles de Gaulle airports. See you from July 14 to August 19, 2023!

Rugbytots: a free mini Rugby World Cup for children aged 2 to 7

Adults will have their own Rugby World Cup this autumn, and so will children! Rugbytots is organizing a mini-competition for children aged 2 to 7 on September 2, 2023 in Paris!

The Marathon du Concerto, a free day of music and sports at Charléty stadium

During the Formes Olympiques festival, a veritable classical music marathon takes place at the heart of the Charléty stadium, for a multitude of free concertos accessible to all, on September 17, 2023!

The free swimming pool at the Poissonniers sports center this summer 2023 in Paris

As summer heats up, it's time to take advantage of Paris's new ephemeral pools, free of charge. Let's go for a swim at the Centre Sportif des Poissonniers to cool off in the 18th arrondissement, from July 8 to August 20, 2023.

The free Louis Lumière open-air swimming pool in Paris this summer 2023

A free swimming pool in Paris' 20th arrondissement? As it does every year, the Mairie de Paris is setting up free outdoor swimming pools to cool off and have fun. We're off to discover the one at the Centre sportif Louis Lumière on the Porte de Bagnolet side, from July 8 to August 20, 2023.

Mini Rock en Seine, the kids' section of the 2023 Rock en Seine festival!

At the heart of the Rock en Seine festival is an area dedicated to children: it's the Mini Rock en Seine, offered every year for a moment shared with the whole family. For three days, from August 25 to 27, 2023, children aged 6 to 11 can enjoy a space with a program adapted to their age. While parents enjoy the thrills of a concert, children can take part in a range of free workshops: something for all ages!

Open-air cinema in Montrouge: free screenings every Thursday evening this summer

One of the most popular activities in Ile-de-France, open-air cinema is back this summer! Head to Montrouge for an exceptional program of dance and sports, every Thursday evening, for free screenings!

Attend the rekindling of the flame at the tomb of the unknown soldier under the Arc de Triomphe

Every evening, under the Arc de Triomphe, you can attend a free, silent ceremony in tribute to the soldiers who died for France. At 6.30pm, the Flamme de la Nation, on the tomb of the Unknown Soldier, is rekindled to burn endlessly.

Le Grand Bal de la Petite Reine, to extend the Tour de France, at Le Centquatre

Cycling fans are in for a treat this July 2023! After the Tour de France, head to Le Centquatre, in the 19th arrondissement, for a grand bal populaire, specializing in cycling.