Take advantage of the vacances de Pâques to discover the new family films and animated features currently playing in theaters. With the family, with the kids, have fun with one of the many family-friendly films for all ages on offer during the spring break. As every year, the studios are banking on stories full of adventure, humor, and emotion to draw audiences of all ages into the cinema.
In 2026, the spring break schedule unfolds by academic zone: from April 4 to 19 for Zone A, April 11 to 26 for Zone B and Corsica, and April 18 to May 3 for Zone C. It gives each family ample time to plan a kid-friendly cinema outing, focusing on fresh youth releases and films to enjoy together.
As a reminder, the Zone A includes the academies of Besançon, Bordeaux, Clermont-Ferrand, Dijon, Grenoble, Limoges, Lyon and Poitiers. The Zone B brings together Aix-Marseille, Amiens, Lille, Nancy-Metz, Nantes, Nice, Normandie, Orléans-Tours, Reims, Rennes and Strasbourg. The Zone C covers Créteil, Montpellier, Paris, Toulouse and Versailles.
Elfie and the Super Elfkins hits the big screen: an animated adventure for ages 3 and up.
Elfie and the Super Elfkins hits theaters this Wednesday, April 29, 2026. Aimed at children as young as 3, this family-friendly animated film offers an adventure that's accessible for a first cinema outing or a family screening. [Read more]
Super Mario Galaxy: The Movie hits theaters on April 1, 2026 — trailer and our take
Super Mario Galaxy: The Film hits cinemas in France on April 1, 2026. Trailer, cast, the space universe, and our take on the animated sequel. [Read more]
The Child of the Desert: Gilles de Maistre's Family Adventure Set in the Sahara
Family adventure film by Gilles de Maistre, The Desert Child follows a daring journey through the Sahara inspired by a true story, set to hit theaters on April 8, 2026. [Read more]
Walter Lapin: Family animated adventure perfect for kids aged 5 and up
On March 25, 2026, cinemas will release Walter Lapin, a family animated film by Caroline Origer starring José Garcia. The story follows a father suffering from amnesia who believes he's a superhero. [Read more]
David: A biblical animated film perfect for family viewing
David, a biographical animated film that explores themes of family and heroism, tells the story of the shepherd’s unlikely confrontation with Goliath. Set to hit theaters on March 18, 2026, here are the details, plot summary, and background. [Read more]
Lupin the IIIrd: The Immortal Lineage, Directed by Takeshi Koike — New Release Date Announced
Japanese animated film by Takeshi Koike featuring Lupin III. The theatrical release has been postponed to March 25, 2026, for this stylized action noir. [Read more]
Céleste's Odyssey: Kid Koala's musical animated film in theaters in March 2026
Celeste's Odyssey, a musical animated film directed by Kid Koala, will be released in theaters on March 25, 2026. An adventure between an astronaut and her robot. [Read more]
Familiar heroes, new characters, talking animals, imagined worlds and adventures to be enjoyed on the big screen: these holidays at the cinema are shaping up to offer a packed slate of family-friendly releases.
To explore the other activities on offer during this period, take a look at our Easter holiday guide.
What to do during the Easter holidays in 2026 with kids in Paris and Île-de-France?
Spring break 2026 runs from April 18 to May 3 in Zone C. Amusement parks, Easter egg hunts, museums, shows, treetop adventures, family outings... Sortiraparis has curated the best outings and activities to keep kids entertained during these two spring-break weeks in Paris and Île-de-France. [Read more]
What to do during the Easter holidays in 2026 with kids in Paris and Île-de-France?
