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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
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!
From 10 Apr. to 6 Sept. 2026

CLING! Comics speak cash: the big exhibition

Exhibition
La Monnaie de Paris
The comic strip's depiction of money, featuring its most iconic characters!
Book now
From 20 June to 23 Aug. 2026

The Tuileries Festival

Party
Jardin des Tuileries
For 2 months, young and old, tourists and Parisians alike can enjoy the 60 attractions on offer
From 26 Sept. to 1 Nov. 2026

Disney’s Halloween Festival

Festival Party
Disneyland® Paris
For Halloween, Disney goodies and baddies are at Disney’s Halloween Festival
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
May 2027

Museums at Night

Exhibition Party
Paris et Ile-de-France
Museum Night is back for its 23rd edition
From 16 to 18 Oct. 2026

The Night of the Châteaux

Party
Toute la France
Discover the châteaux of Paris and the Ile-de-France region by night!
From 5 Apr. to 25 Oct. 2026

Family Race Days

Festival Party Sport
Hippodrome d'Auteuil
Days of entertainment and equestrian activities at the heart of the racecourses
From 12 to 18 Oct. 2026

Taste Week

Party
Paris et Ile-de-France
The 37th edition of Taste Week invites everyone to rediscover the pleasure of eating well, through workshops, taste lessons, events and encounters around food
From 7 Nov. 2026 to 6 Jan. 2027

Disney’s Enchanted Christmas

Festival Party
Disneyland® Paris
The magic of Christmas is back at Disneyland® Paris.On the programme: the Disney parade, a giant Christmas tree...

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2026 calendar of sporting events in Paris

Sport
Sporting events in Paris's large venues and stadiums

2026 calendar of holidays and festivals in Paris

FestivalParty
Festive events are multiplying throughout the year in all corners of the capital.

2026 calendar of shows in Paris

Show
The shows in Paris's major theatres that are not to be missed

Exhibitions 2026 to discover in Paris

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Painting, sculpture, photography, contemporary art, street art ... Check out this essential guide on exhibitions to see in Paris and the Paris region!