What to do this Sunday in Paris? Outings and best bets for May 31, 2026

Published by La Rédac · Photos by My de Sortiraparis · Updated on May 25, 2026 at 11:51 a.m.
What to do this Sunday in Paris and Île-de-France? Discover one-off outings, today’s events, last-minute deals, and ideas you won’t want to miss this Sunday, May 31, 2026.

This guide focuses on scheduled outings and the latest hot tips of the moment. For a fuller view of the calendar, also check out our guide to Sunday outings in Paris on May 31, 2026.

Things to do only on Sunday, May 31, 2026

HOLI 2026 au Jardin d'Acclimatation : la fête indienne des couleurs est de retour à Paris - la dateHOLI 2026 au Jardin d'Acclimatation : la fête indienne des couleurs est de retour à Paris - la dateHOLI 2026 au Jardin d'Acclimatation : la fête indienne des couleurs est de retour à Paris - la dateHOLI 2026 au Jardin d'Acclimatation : la fête indienne des couleurs est de retour à Paris - la date HOLI 2026 at the Jardin d'Acclimatation: India's festival of colors is back in Paris — the date.
The Jardin d’Acclimatation lights up in a thousand hues for the 7th edition of Holi, the famous Indian festival of colors. On May 31, 2026, the must-attend spring event returns, offering artisan workshops, Indian food trucks, live performances, and a splash of pigment. [Read more]

Paris-Meaux à vélo, nos photosParis-Meaux à vélo, nos photosParis-Meaux à vélo, nos photosParis-Meaux à vélo, nos photos Bike festival in Saint-Germain-en-Laye: a free inaugural edition to get back in the saddle
Sunday, May 31, 2026, Saint-Germain-en-Laye kicks off the first edition of Vélos en fête, a free event devoted to cycling, soft mobility and today’s mobility habits, at Place Michel Péricard. [Read more]

chienchienchienchien The SPA Relay: a charity run for animal welfare at the Domaine national de Saint-Cloud
The SPA’s charity race is back on Sunday, May 31, 2026, for a second edition, in the heart of the lush Saint-Cloud National Domain! Of course, your dogs are welcome, with a canicross event on the schedule. [Read more]

Visuel Paris 9e - place St GeorgesVisuel Paris 9e - place St GeorgesVisuel Paris 9e - place St GeorgesVisuel Paris 9e - place St Georges Lions Paris 9 Run: A 10K Race and Charitable Runs in the 9th District
On Sunday, May 31, 2026, Lions Paris 9 Run will turn the 9th arrondissement into a community-focused playground, offering three different routes suitable for all fitness levels. From a family-friendly loop to the challenging 10 km race, every step taken will help support children with disabilities. [Read more]

Courses à pied - semi marathonCourses à pied - semi marathonCourses à pied - semi marathonCourses à pied - semi marathon Foulée de Paris Centre: family-friendly running in the heart of Paris
Attention, athletes, even Sunday runners! The Paris Centre Run returns for another edition on May 31, 2026, with family-friendly races ranging from 300 m to 1.3 km, 4.2 km, 5.6 km and 7 km. A great active outing for kids and their parents, for all ages. [Read more]

GroundParis - basketGroundParis - basketGroundParis - basketGroundParis - basket Playin'Paris 2026: a 3x3 basketball tournament, DJ set, dance show, and dunk contest in the 18th arrondissement.
Playin'Paris is back for another edition! This event, where sport, dance and music come together, blends 3x3 basketball competitions with a DJ and hip-hop, and will take over the heart of the 18th arrondissement on May 31, 2026. [Read more]

What kicks off this Sunday

Brunch du Vesper Paris 7e - buffet à volonté et plats à tableBrunch du Vesper Paris 7e - buffet à volonté et plats à tableBrunch du Vesper Paris 7e - buffet à volonté et plats à tableBrunch du Vesper Paris 7e - buffet à volonté et plats à table Mother's Day Brunch 2026 in Paris: Fitz Group’s picks for spots to celebrate moms
Sponsored - For Mother's Day, Sunday, May 31, 2026, Fitz Group is serving up kid-friendly brunches at several Parisian restaurants, featuring Billecart-Salmon champagne, kids’ menus and activities tailored to each venue. [Read more]

Olympe Audouard, première femme journaliste : une pionnière de la presse au Mois MolièreOlympe Audouard, première femme journaliste : une pionnière de la presse au Mois MolièreOlympe Audouard, première femme journaliste : une pionnière de la presse au Mois MolièreOlympe Audouard, première femme journaliste : une pionnière de la presse au Mois Molière Olympe Audouard at Molière Month: a play about the pioneer of journalism
Longtime eclipsed by other 19th-century figures, Olympe Audouard returns to the stage at the Auditorium Claude Debussy, on May 31 and June 26, as part of the Mois Molière. The play traces the path of a journalist, traveler and feminist who carved her era with a pen in hand. [Read more]

Last Chance This Sunday

Visuel Paris Tour EiffelVisuel Paris Tour EiffelVisuel Paris Tour EiffelVisuel Paris Tour Eiffel Weather this week: heatwave in Paris and the Île-de-France region, May 25–31, 2026.
The week of May 25–31, 2026 in Paris and Île-de-France is shaping up to be exceptionally hot for the Paris region! After a spell of rather cool temperatures, it's a dramatic swing with near 33 degrees all week, followed by storms next weekend. [Read more]

Le Paris Beer Festival revient du 25 au 31 mai 2026 !Le Paris Beer Festival revient du 25 au 31 mai 2026 !Le Paris Beer Festival revient du 25 au 31 mai 2026 !Le Paris Beer Festival revient du 25 au 31 mai 2026 ! The Paris Beer Festival is back from May 25 to May 31, 2026!
Sponsored - The largest festival in Île-de-France dedicated to craft and independent beer is set to return to Ground Control Paris starting May 25, 2026. [Read more]

Transports à Paris et en Ile-de-France : les perturbations RER, métro du 18 au 24 mai 2026Transports à Paris et en Ile-de-France : les perturbations RER, métro du 18 au 24 mai 2026Transports à Paris et en Ile-de-France : les perturbations RER, métro du 18 au 24 mai 2026Transports à Paris et en Ile-de-France : les perturbations RER, métro du 18 au 24 mai 2026 Transports à Paris et en Île-de-France : RER et métro perturbations du 25 au 31 mai 2026
Public transport in Paris and the Île-de-France region is disrupted from May 25 to May 31, 2026, according to RATP and SNCF. Find out how this will affect your daily commutes this week. [Read more]

Transports en Île-de-France : les perturbations ce week-end du 12 et 13 avril 2025Transports en Île-de-France : les perturbations ce week-end du 12 et 13 avril 2025Transports en Île-de-France : les perturbations ce week-end du 12 et 13 avril 2025Transports en Île-de-France : les perturbations ce week-end du 12 et 13 avril 2025 Transport in Île-de-France: disruptions and maintenance this weekend, May 30–31, 2026
The RATP and SNCF networks will face new service disruptions this weekend of May 30–31, 2026. Several RER, Transilien, and metro lines are affected by works and outages; here’s everything you need to plan your travels. [Read more]

Visuel Paris 12e - Opéra BastilleVisuel Paris 12e - Opéra BastilleVisuel Paris 12e - Opéra BastilleVisuel Paris 12e - Opéra Bastille The Paris Opera is putting more than 5,000 stage costumes up for sale by the end of May, with reservations opening today.
This is a rare sale likely to attract theatre buffs and fans of fine fabrics. From May 29 to 31, 2026, the Opéra national de Paris will offer more than 5,000 costumes and accessories from its lyric and choreographic productions in an exceptional sale staged at the Opéra Bastille, with registration opening this Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 2:30 p.m. [Read more]

Insolite : un show de Monster Trucks, freestyle moto et Transformers débarque près de ParisInsolite : un show de Monster Trucks, freestyle moto et Transformers débarque près de ParisInsolite : un show de Monster Trucks, freestyle moto et Transformers débarque près de ParisInsolite : un show de Monster Trucks, freestyle moto et Transformers débarque près de Paris A Monster Trucks show, motorcycle freestyle and Transformers lands near Paris — reviews and photos
Buckle up, it’s going to be a wild ride: the Hells Drivers Danglade Show is rolling into the Paris area with its monster trucks and spectacular stunts. From May 16 to 31, 2026, head to Soisy-sous-Montmorency, just a stone’s throw from the Enghien-Soisy Hippodrome, for this explosive family show. Read our review. [Read more]

A few more ideas for things to do this Sunday

Nouvel articleNouvel articleNouvel articleNouvel article Bubbles & Marbles in Paris: the immersive family-friendly play area in the 9th arrondissement
Sponsored - Bulles & Billes invites families to an immersive 400 m² play space designed for children aged 0 to 11 and their parents, featuring seven varied play areas, a local café, and aperitif evenings. [Read more]

Musée d'Archéologie National - Château de Saint-Germain-en-LayeMusée d'Archéologie National - Château de Saint-Germain-en-LayeMusée d'Archéologie National - Château de Saint-Germain-en-LayeMusée d'Archéologie National - Château de Saint-Germain-en-Laye The Museum of National Archaeology - Château de Saint-Germain-en-Laye
The Château de Saint-Germain-en-Laye, high up in the Yvelines, was one of the royal residences of François I. Today, it houses the national archaeology museum. Today, it houses the Musée d'Archéologie Nationale, with over 29,000 objects on display! [Read more]

Royal Kids ElancourtRoyal Kids ElancourtRoyal Kids ElancourtRoyal Kids Elancourt Royal Kids, the indoor playground in Elancourt
Royal Kids Elancourt, the new indoor playground has opened its doors. Rain, shine, snow or shine, come and discover this new playground that will delight your children. [Read more]

Le village de Flagy en Seine et MarneLe village de Flagy en Seine et MarneLe village de Flagy en Seine et MarneLe village de Flagy en Seine et Marne 26 charming villages and strolls to discover near Paris, the treasures of Île-de-France
Get away from Paris with these 26 must-see getaways within 100 km of the capital. [Read more]

Accrocamp, l'accrobranche de RueilAccrocamp, l'accrobranche de RueilAccrocamp, l'accrobranche de RueilAccrocamp, l'accrobranche de Rueil AccroCamp Saint Germain-en-Laye (78), the family-friendly and playful tree-top adventure in the Yvelines
Sponsored - Accrocamp in Saint-Germain-en-Laye invites you to a day of treetop adventures for all ages, thanks to its variety of courses! Located near Paris, this site lets you roam from tree to tree via its zip lines, its platforms, and its rope bridge. Reopening in March 2026 after the winter closure. [Read more]

Jardin-Plage au Jardin d'AcclimatationJardin-Plage au Jardin d'AcclimatationJardin-Plage au Jardin d'AcclimatationJardin-Plage au Jardin d'Acclimatation The Jardin d'Acclimatation's paddling pool and beach, the perfect place to cool off!
In summer, from May to September (weather permitting), the Jardin d'Acclimatation transforms itself into a fun-filled seaside resort. Come and enjoy the joys of water and relaxation in the heart of Paris. Children and adults alike will find plenty of deckchairs to relax on. [Read more]

L’Eau primordiale : l’exposition du Louvre qui explore les mythes de la MésopotamieL’Eau primordiale : l’exposition du Louvre qui explore les mythes de la MésopotamieL’Eau primordiale : l’exposition du Louvre qui explore les mythes de la MésopotamieL’Eau primordiale : l’exposition du Louvre qui explore les mythes de la Mésopotamie Primordial Water: the Louvre’s exhibition exploring Mesopotamian myths — our photos
The Louvre Museum in Paris presents The Primordial Water, an exhibition on water in ancient Mesopotamia, running from May 20, 2026 to March 15, 2027. Archaeological artifacts, myths, and irrigation show how this resource shaped the region’s earliest societies. [Read more]

Practical information for this Sunday

EN DIRECT : Le trafic et la circulation à Paris ce mardi 22 septembre 2020 en temps réelEN DIRECT : Le trafic et la circulation à Paris ce mardi 22 septembre 2020 en temps réelEN DIRECT : Le trafic et la circulation à Paris ce mardi 22 septembre 2020 en temps réelEN DIRECT : Le trafic et la circulation à Paris ce mardi 22 septembre 2020 en temps réel Metro and RER updates: closures, work, and demonstrations in Paris this Monday May 25, 2026
In a flash, get all the latest updates on traffic and transportation in Paris, refreshed in real time. Whether it's the Metro, RER, or Transilien services operated by RATP, construction work, ongoing circulation, major events, or demonstrations — we provide all the essential information you need before heading out in Paris this Monday May 25, 2026. [Read more]

Practical information

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