May 1st holiday guide

Stores and shopping centers opening or closing on May 1, 2025, in Paris and the Île-de-France region

Looking for a shopping center or department store open on Thursday, May 1, 2025? Discover the list of places open or closed to do your shopping in Paris or Île-de-France on this public holiday!

Which pools in Paris will be open this Thursday, May 1, 2025?

How about a trip to the pool this May 1ᵉʳ, 2025? It's a public holiday, so the pools are closed, you may ask... Not necessarily, since the majority of pools are closed, but there are still a few exceptions where you can swim and splash around in the water.

May 1st: How to sell and where to find lilies of the valley in Paris and the Ile-de-France region?

Giving lilies of the valley as gifts on May 1st is a time-honored tradition, as these little bells are considered good luck charms. For this special day, you have two options: improvise as an amateur lily of the valley seller in exchange for a small sum of money, or take to the forests around Paris with your family in search of the precious sprigs of good luck.

Where to see the most beautiful wisteria in Paris and the Ile-de-France region? A few tips

Are you fascinated by the beauty of wisteria? From April to May, they reveal all their beauty. To make the most beautiful discoveries and take the most beautiful photos of these famous blue-purple flowers, we reveal the must-see and sometimes hidden and secret spots.

Parc Saint Paul, family theme park in the Oise region: new features and reopening in 2025

Parc Saint Paul awaits you from April 12, 2025 for a new season of fun and games! In the heart of the Oise region, come and discover this charming amusement park in its authentic natural setting. A family-friendly park to discover as soon as possible.

La Nuit des Monuments: the program for discovering France's heritage by night

Nuit des Monuments takes place this year from May 1 to 3, 2025. Following on from the Nuit des Châteaux and the Nuit des Musées, this is a new event that you're sure to love, allowing you to discover France's heritage, sometimes exceptionally open at night! Île-de-France and the French regions will be illuminated, so discover the places that are opening up to us for this first edition, and don't forget to book as soon as possible.

A brunch that takes you on a journey with a buffet of over 70 recipes, including drinks and even cocktails!

Every weekend and public holiday, Casa Loca transforms itself into a gourmet's paradise, offering a gargantuan, all-inclusive all-you-can-eat brunch for just 29 euros! Brunch remains open on public holidays and May bank holidays, so make sure you book in advance!

A huge all-you-can-eat brunch with buffet, drinks and even cocktails!

You don't know Miami Boulevard? It's the ultimate brunch paradise, offering an XXL version of a 180° buffet in a venue that'll propel you into a whole new ambience. A gourmet all-you-can-eat formula (buffet, drinks and even cocktails!) Brunch remains open on public holidays and May bank holidays, so make sure you book ahead!

25 of the most beautiful villages and walks to discover near Paris, nuggets in Ile-de-France

Escape around Paris with these 25 must-see getaways less than 100 km from the capital.

Opening of Parc Astérix, the 2025 program and new features

Parc Astérix awaits us for a new season from April 5, 2025, with a host of exciting new features. The park continues to innovate every year, and this year promises a new family coaster called Cétautomatix, as well as a new restaurant on the Egyptian side.

Free rooftop, the Philharmonie Belvedere once again accessible with its exceptional view

Fancy a free rooftop? Head for the roof of the Philharmonie de Paris, overlooking the Parc de la Villette, which is once again open to us, from April to October, Wednesday to Sunday. This is your chance to enjoy a 360° view without paying a penny.

Sherwood Parc: family adventure park with tree climbing and zip lines, in Val-d'Oise, France

Accrobranche, paintball, archery... With over 25 activities on 15 hectares in the Parc Régional de l'Oise, Sherwood Parc is France's largest activity park. With family or friends, it's the perfect fun and sporting outing, less than an hour from Paris. Scheduled to reopen on March 22, 2025 for the new season.

La Mer de Sable 2025: new attractions in the Ermenonville forest (60)

La Mer de Sable, this lovely children's amusement park, awaits you once again for the 2025 season. Come and experience the gold rush, take on the cowboys, sail on the wild river, cross the suspension bridge and even take a pony ride with your children aged 2 and over. Here's the program!

Colvert, the German-Pratin restaurant of chef Baptiste Borderie

In Saint-Germain-des-Prés, the bistrot Colvert has a new chef, welcoming Baptiste Borderie behind the stove.

Rambolitrain Rétro 2025: large toy market and garden train at Rambolitrain, May 1

It's an annual tradition at Rambolitrain, the museum dedicated to the toy train in Rambouillet, to hold a festive day on May 1st. This year, discover this family event with the kids!

Aventure Floreval, the family adventure park just outside Paris

Aventure Floreval is a huge adventure park for young and old alike, set in the heart of the forest and packed with fun activities! In addition to 400 workshops on 22 tree-climbing courses, accessible from the age of 3, an outdoor escape game, mini golf, an animal farm and a catering area await you. Scheduled to reopen on March 29, 2025.

Paradox Museum Paris unveils 5 new immersive experiences and a Hans & Gretel Café

Paradox Museum in Paris offers almost a hundred experiences in trompe l'oeil, optical illusions and sensory upheaval. You'll love being fooled and capturing surreal clichés. 5 new immersive experiences have been added to the itinerary, so it's time to put your senses to the test! As a bonus, a brand-new ultra-gourmand café awaits you: Hans & Gretel will catch you.

Winnoland, the Essonne theme park and its new Wild West Coaster attraction for 2025

Winnoland, formerly Babyland-Amiland, the human-sized amusement park in Essonne, is set to reopen for its 18th season on April 5, 2025. Now the most visited amusement park in the 91 region, it has plenty to delight families in search of entertainment. Once again this year, the park is renewing itself with a new attraction: the Wild West Coaster.

Nigloland: reopening of the theme park and new features for 2025, the Niglo Forest

Nigloland, the famous amusement park located a few kilometers from Troyes, welcomes us for its new season, from Saturday April 5 to November 11, 2025. This year, the park unveils "La Forêt de Nigo", an imersive ride.

Foire de Paris and Concours Lépine at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles: dates for the 2025 edition

The Foire de Paris returns to Paris Expo Porte de Versailles from April 30 to May 11, 2025. This key event in the Parisian trade show calendar promises good times, great deals and innovative discoveries, thanks in particular to the Lépine competition.