What to do in paris in summer guide - activities

Neuilly l'été 2023, free summer activities in Neuilly-sur-Marne (93)

This summer, it's time for summer vacations in Paris and the Ile-de-France region: in Neuilly-sur-Marne, in Seine-Saint-Denis, the town of Neuilly-sur-Marne invites you to a program of free activities on the banks of the Marne.

Montreuil Estivale 2023: free events, concerts and open-air cinema all summer long (93)

Making the most of summer in Montreuil is easy during the summer vacations: with a packed program to please young and old alike, summer promises to be fast-paced, sporty and fun in the 93!

Cinéma sur le Toit x Sofilm at Bar à Bulles, free open-air cinema all summer long

Fancy an open-air cinema in a stylish location? Head to the Bar à Bulles, on the roof of the Moulin Rouge, for an unusual screening, every Wednesday from July 12 to August 30, 2023. Cinéma sur le Toit x Sofilm is your chance to catch a free film in one of Paris's most exclusive locations!

Jardin d'été 2023: launch of the Musée du Quai Branly's free, festive festival

The Musée du Quai Branly - Jacques Chirac invites you to plunge into the spellbinding world of Japanese summer festivals with its summer event, Jardin d'été, from July 8 to August 27, 2023. This edition features the Aubusson tapestry Ashitaka relieves his demonic wound, inspired by the famous Japanese animated film Princess Mononoké directed by Hayao Miyazaki. It's a unique opportunity to discover this spectacular work of art, and to enjoy a host of free events, including an open-air cinema.

Free activities and sports classes at the Coloc' de l'Ourcq Summer Station (93)

Along the Canal de l'Ourcq, just opposite the Parc de la Bergère, the Coloc' de l'Ourcq is inaugurating its summer resort in July 2023, with an exciting program of sports, fun and summer activities, all free of charge!

The Georges Carpentier free open-air swimming pool in Paris returns this summer 2023

In the family of good summer deals in Paris, we note the free swimming pool at the Centre Sportif Geoges Carpentier in the 13th arrondissement. Once again this year, from July 8 to August 20, 2023, an open-air pool open to all is set up for you to swim for free.

Véloscénie, the cycling route from Paris to Mont-Saint-Michel, accessible to all

Have you heard of the Véloscénie? This 450 km cycling itinerary takes us from Paris to Mont Saint-Michel, passing through some of the world's most beautiful monuments, five of which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. From the charming Vallée de Chevreuse through the Perche to the Normandy bocage, it's a real treat for the whole family.

Jules Noël free pool and sports village for summer 2023 Paris 14th arrondissement

Spending the summer in Paris and the weather's hot? This year, the Centre sportif Jules Noël is going into summer mode. Activities, a sports village and a free swimming pool await you from July 8 to August 20, 2023.

Giant trampolines await you at Espace Rambouillet, in the Emile l'écureuil forest.

Head for Espace Rambouillet, from July 9, 2023, for family fun and exercise! Discover a course of giant trampolines suspended in the trees.

Charon's Wheel: Burning Man's incredible installation comes to Paris this summer

It's called "Charon's Wheel" and was created by American artist Peter Hudson for the Burning Man festival. This summer, this monumental installation is touring Europe, with a stopover in Paris from July 11 to 30, 2023.

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.

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.

Les Rendez-vous sauvages, an immersion into the lives of predators at Vincennes Zoo this summer

Summer and winter alike, the Parc zoologique de Paris (or Vincennes Zoo) never goes out of fashion: for young and old alike, it's always a place of discovery, surprises and excitement. On this summer's program? Come and discover the zoo's large predators with your family.

Summer vacations 2023: activities, family outings and workshops at the Musée en Herbe

What are we doing with the kids this summer? We're going to a museum! And not just any museum: we've chosen the most creative, fun and child-friendly museum in Paris, the Musée en Herbe. With its attractive summer program, there's no doubt that it's the perfect place for a family cultural outing.

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.

The Durfort Mammoth at the Paris Natural History Museum, restored!

(Re)discover at the Muséum national d'Histoire naturelle, Paris, the newly restored "Mammouth de Durfort", an icon of paleontology on display since 1898.

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!

La Bergerie Ovinpique, sports and leisure activities at the Bergerie Nationale this summer

During the 2023 summer vacations, the Bergerie Nationale de Rambouillet is welcoming young and old alike to prepare them for the 2024 Olympic Games with its sporting, fun but above all free activities for the whole family. So, are we going to try and secure our place at the Paris Olympics this summer?

Cinescale 2023: 3rd edition of the Montmartre open-air film festival

The Cinescale open-air film festival returns to Montmartre for its 3rd edition on August 22 and 23, 2023, featuring short films on intergeneration and travel.

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!