Family / Event

Ideas for family outings in Paris

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 Jan 29, 2025 to Feb 11, 2025

Ciné Junior

Festival Show Show - Various
Val-de-Marne
‘Ciné Junior’, an international cinema festival for children seeks to introduce kids and teens to cinema
From Oct 12, 2024 to Mar 2, 2025

Cirque d'Hiver Bouglione - Spectacular

Show Show - Circus
Cirque d'Hiver Bouglione
Cirque Bouglione presents its new show ‘Spectaculaire’ under the Cirque d'Hiver big top
From Sep 20, 2023 to Jun 28, 2025

The Lion King

Show
Théâtre Mogador
The famous musical makes its grand return to Paris on stage at the Mogador theatre.
Book now
From Mar 8, 2025 to Mar 9, 2025

Expo Zoo - Paris Animal Show

Fair, exhibition
Paris expo Porte de Versailles - VIPARIS
The show dedicated to pets moves to Paris Expo Porte de Versailles
September - October 2025

Funfair at the Bois de Boulogne (ex-Fête à Neu-Neu)

Party
Bois de Boulogne
After the summer holidays, you can still have fun at the fair!
The Jul 14 2025

July 14th fireworks display

Party
Jardins du Trocadéro
On 14 July 2024, the fireworks will be fired from the Eiffel Tower, without an audience. Watch it live on television
March - April 2025

Foire du Trône

Party
Pelouse de Reuilly
Some 350 attractions on more than 10 hectares of land at the Pelouse de Reuilly.
The Jun 21 2025

Fête de la musique in Paris and the surrounding towns

Party Music
Paris et Ile-de-France
Take advantage of the shortest night of the year to flood the streets with music!
From Feb 22, 2025 to Mar 2, 2025

International Agricultural Show

Fair, exhibition
Paris expo Porte de Versailles - VIPARIS
This unmissable event showcases livestock, terroir products and regional gastronomy.
From Jun 16, 2025 to Jun 22, 2025

The International Paris Air Show

Fair, exhibition
Paris le Bourget - VIPARIS
Taking place every two years, the International Paris Air Show is held at Paris-Le Bourget.
The May 18 2025

La Pyrénéenne

Sport
Take part in a 10 km race through the streets of the 20th arrondissement of Paris
From Nov 29, 2024 to Mar 2, 2025

Lantern Festival: The Dinosaur Ball

Party
Jardin d'Acclimatation
100 dinosaurs hide in the alleys of the Jardin d'Acclimatation and light up after dark
Book now
From Dec 14, 2022 to Feb 9, 2025

My First Cabaret

Show Show - Cabaret Show - Various
Paradis Latin
A festive family cabaret show, specially adapted for children, to enjoy during the holiday season.
Book now
From Dec 4, 2024 to Jun 22, 2025

My teddy bear

Exhibition
MAD - Musée des Arts Décoratifs
The Musée des Arts Décoratifs celebrates the teddy bear, a cult object for young and old alike.
Festival de cinéma en plein air au Parc de la Villette
July - August 2025

Open Air Cinema at La Villette

Festival Show Show - Various
Parc de La Villette - Plein Air
A cultural highlight every summer, the festival welcomes thousands of film fans with a programme of French and international films

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Calendar of sporting events in Paris

Sport
Sporting events in major venues or stadiums

Calendar of festive events and festivals in Paris

FestivalParty
Throughout the year, there are festive events all over the city

Calendar of shows in Paris

Show
All the must-see shows at major parisian venues

Paris exhibitions calendar

Best of
All the must-see temporary exhibitions at museums and monuments as well as at art galleries.