Winter vacation guide - activities

The Edge: the virtual reality revolution in the heart of Paris' 3rd arrondissement

Virtual reality fans, THE EDGE opens a monumental space in the heart of Paris! Dive into an immersive VR experience inspired by "Ready Player One", where realistic sensations and space adventures await you.

Paint Pouring workshops at the Goldshteyn-Saatort gallery, a stone's throw from the Louvre - our test

Would you like to create your own work of art? Head to Galerie Goldshteyn-Saatort, in the heart of Saint-Germain-des-Prés in Paris, to discover a Pouring Art workshop. Every Wednesday and Saturday, young and old alike can plunge into the world of pouring art. A moment of creativity for the whole family, guided from time to time by the artists, but above all by the gallery owners, so you can leave with your own work of art at the end. We've tried it, we'll tell you about it!

The Little Prince, Saint-Exupéry's tale adapted for a show at La Scala and extended to 2024

La Scala offers an extended run of Le Vélo Volé's adaptation of The Little Prince, from December 26, 2024 to May 27, 2025. Immerse yourself in the poetic world of Antoine de Saint-Exupéry's The Little Prince in this family show, recommended for ages 6 and up.

Lueurs de Mantes 2024-2025: the free artistic light trail returns to Yvelines

Mantes-la-Jolie is shining brightly this winter! For the second time, this Yvelines town is organizing a large-scale, original nocturnal event in the footsteps of its cultural heritage. Join us from December 13, 2024 to February 1, 2025 to discover "Lueurs de Mantes", a luminous and artistic itinerary where illuminated scenographies mingle with digital artworks.

Thoiry Lumières Sauvages 2024-2025: immerse yourself in the Extraordinary Voyages of Jules Verne!

Thoiry Lumières Sauvages returns from October 27, 2024 to March 2025 with a new, ever more enchanting route. This year, the largest lantern trail in the Ile-de-France region takes us on "Voyages Extraordinaires", inspired by the works of Jules Verne, to make us dream.

Le Soldat Rose celebrates 15 years of enchantment at the Palais des Congrès de Paris

Discover Le Soldat Rose from December 27 to January 5, 2025 at the Palais des Congrès in Paris, during the festive season.

Les Souliers Rouges: Marc Lavoine's musical at the Casino de Paris

Les Souliers Rouges, by Marc Lavoine and Fabrice Aboulker, a musical epic to be discovered at the Casino de Paris on January 24, 25 and 26, 2025.

Tip: our top 5 family activities at the Jardin du Luxembourg

A must-see garden in the capital, the Jardin du Luxembourg is an essential green space in Paris. A paradise for runners and strollers, who like to spend long afternoons there, it's also a favorite spot for families: to let off steam or take advantage of the kid-friendly activities on offer in the garden.

Musée de Poche: a small art gallery and bookshop with creative workshops for children

At the Musée de Poche, children can enjoy workshops and activities in this small space between gallery and bookshop, where creativity is the order of the day, in the heart of Paris's 11th arrondissement.

October and All Saints' Day vacations in AccroCamp adventure parks!

AccroCamp parks are open on Wednesdays and non-holiday weekends, and every day during the All Saints' Day vacations! Get ready to celebrate Halloween in the trees!

When to take the most vacations in 2025?

Just back from vacation and at the start of the new school year, you're already thinking about planning your next vacation. To make the most of your time off, we've put together a list of the days you need to take off in order to have as many days off as possible.

Science Experiences, the concept between museum and theme park at Bercy Village

Science Expériences is a unique concept combining museum and amusement park to bring science to life for children. With scientific experiments, virtual reality and video mapping, it uses the latest technologies to bring science to life for children...

School vacations and public holidays: the 2024-2025 calendar, zone by zone

While many French children are currently on vacation, a decree published in the Journal Officiel (the official gazette) unveils, zone by zone, the school vacation calendar for the year 2024-2025. All students will return to school on Monday, September 2, 2024. They will then be able to take advantage of a new vacation, the All Saints' vacation, starting on October 19.

Pierre et la Princesse ensorcelée at Théâtre Le Bout

The children's show "Pierre et la princesse ensorcelée" returns to Théâtre Le Bout until December 30, 2024.

La Princesse au Petit Pois dans la Tête at Théâtre Le Bout

La Princesse au Petit Pois dans la Tête, a play for children aged 3 to 10, returns to Théâtre Le Bout for over 20 years, until January 5, 2025! In this story, based on the work by Martin Leloup, the ogre prepares a great mechoui and wants to capture as many children as possible. The Princess would rather talk nonsense and eat candy with the children than run away, and it's the Princess-loving dentist who saves them!

Au Secours! Le Prince Aubert a disparu! at Théâtre Le Bout

The show "Au Secours! Le Prince Aubert a disparu!" will delight budding little Sherlock Holmes, at Théâtre Le Bout until December 30, 2024.

Virtual Room: the virtual reality space at the Palais des Congrès, Porte Maillot

After a space in Bastille, Virtual Room opened a new address a stone's throw from the Palais de Congrès, in Porte Maillot, on February 12, 2024. This new establishment is home to the very best in virtual reality. Ready to plunge into a virtual world?

Paradox Museum Paris, a crazy journey of optical illusions

Paradox Museum, 90 experiences of trompe l'oeil, optical illusions and sensory upheaval await you in Paris. You'll love being fooled and capturing surrealist images. Would you like to try it out?

Luminiscence: the incredible immersive show is extended to Saint-Eustache church, our photos

Get ready to discover Saint-Eustache church as you've never seen it before! Until June 28, 2024, the famous edifice nestled in the capital's 1st arrondissement is opening its doors to the incredible "Luminiscence" experience. On the program? An immersive theatrical tour followed by a magnificent 360-degree sound and light show recounting the history of this famous Parisian landmark, which celebrates its 800th anniversary this year.

Space Wars: le pire contre-attaque at the Théâtre Michel, a parody show for the whole family

Don't miss Space Wars: Le pire contre-attaque, a hilarious intergalactic parody returning to the Théâtre Michel from October 6, 2024 to January 4, 2025.