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Ideas for family outings in Paris

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There is plenty of entertainment for kids in Paris!

Exhibitions, shows, festivals, festive events, concerts, circuses ... there is plenty of entertainment for kids in Paris. Check out this list of things to do with the family.

See also our selection of top family entertainment in Paris

Current and upcoming family events in Paris

From 24 to 25 Oct. 2026

Animal expo - Animalis show

Fair, exhibition
Parc Floral de Paris - Jardin botanique de Paris
New edition of France's largest pet show at the Parc Floral de Paris
Late 2026 – Early 2027

Illuminating at the Jardin des Plantes

Exhibition Show
Le Jardin des Plantes - Muséum national d'histoire naturelle
An immersive nocturnal stroll through the Jardin des Plantes animated by the enchantment of luminous structures
Book now
From 16 July 2026

In the Footsteps of the Dinosaurs

Exhibition
Grande Galerie de l'Évolution - Muséum national d'histoire naturelle
An immersive journey into the world of Cretaceous dinosaurs, 140 million years ago!
Since 22 September 2023

Aura Invalides

Show
Musée de l’Armée - Invalides - Tombeau de Napoléon et Église du Dôme
The immersive multimedia experience at the Dôme des Invalides
Book now
From 7 Mar. to 7 Nov. 2026

Bartabas et l’Académie Equestre de Versailles. La Voie de l'écuyère - Opus 2026

Show Show - Theatre Sport
Académie équestre du Domaine de Versailles - Direction Bartabas
Immerse yourself in the magic of Bartabas' equestrian theatre at the Grande Écurie of the Château de Versailles
From 16 to 18 Apr. 2027

Paris Book Fair

Fair, exhibition
Grand Palais
The unmissable event for readers at the Grand Palais!
February 2027

Ciné Junior

Festival Show Show - Various
Paris et Ile-de-France
An international cinema festival for kids and teens
From 26 Sept. to 1 Nov. 2026

2026 Disney Halloween Festival

Festival Party
Disneyland® Paris
Fall under a spell of thrills, chills and giggling glee
Book now
From 3 to 4 Apr. 2027

The Little Big Festival

Festival Music
Philharmonie de Paris
A music festival specially dedicated to children at the Philharmonie de Paris.
From 8 Oct. 2026 to 17 Jan. 2027

The Phantom of the Opera - Musical at the Théâtre du Gymnase

Show Show - Musical
Théâtre du Gymnase Marie Bell
"The Phantom of the Opera" comes to the Théâtre du Gymnase in a version reimagined by Benoit Solès. Original songs, mystery, and passion set in late 19th-century Paris
From 3 Oct. 2026 to 10 Jan. 2027

The Haunted House: the Immersive Musical Show

Show
Palais des Glaces
A fantastic outing for the whole family: the Palais des Glaces is hosting "La Maison Hantée," an immersive musical show that blends humor and mystery
December 2026 through January 2027

The Grand Palais des Glaces

Party
Grand Palais
Discover the Grand Palais des Glaces with its giant ice rink
From 8 Sept. 2022 to 31 Dec. 2026

The Lion King

Show
Théâtre Mogador
The famous musical makes its grand return to Paris on stage at the Mogador theatre.
Book now
18 Oct. 2026

Le Grand Défi Solidaire

Sport
Château de Sceaux, musée départemental
New edition of this solidarity race in aid of multiple sclerosis research
From 14 Nov. 2026 to 24 Jan. 2027

The Luminous Odyssey

Exhibition Show
Parc Floral de Paris - Jardin botanique de Paris
A nighttime stroll lined with giant, colorful, illuminated sculptures

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