Family weekend outings

17 and 18 October

Curated from popular family outings around Paris and Île-de-France, refreshed continuously.

Family Weekend - The Festival of Shapes with Bérénice Milon Week-end Familles - La Fête des formes avec Bérénice Milon

Sat 17 Oct · 14:00–17:00 + 1 other date
Musée du Louvre et jardin des Tuileries, Place du carrousel, 75001 Paris, France

The Louvre Museum invites young and old to a special workshop with artist Bérénice Milon, in the Studio, a space dedicated to families. A big construction game and a visual arts workshop around shapes inspired by the Louvre and its garden.

The Lion King LE ROI LION

Sat 17 Oct · 20:00 + 2 other dates
25 RUE DE MOGADOR, 75009 Paris

Disney's musical The Lion King, an award-winning production seen by more than 115 million spectators, returns to the Théâtre Mogador for a sixth season. A family show for ages 7 and up.

Between Earth and Sky... The Moon Entre Terre et Ciel... La Lune

Sun 18 Oct · 14:00–14:30
Cité des sciences et de l'Industrie, 30 avenue Corentin Cariou, 75019 Paris

A journey to understand the Moon, its history, its phases and lunar exploration projects. A discovery to make as a family, from the youngest age.

Exhibition: Lady Liberty, behind the icon, the genius of Eiffel Exposition : Lady Liberty, derrière l’icône, le génie d’Eiffel

until Thu 12 Nov ages 6+
tour Eiffel, Avenue Gustave Eiffel

An exhibition on the terrace of the 1st floor of the Eiffel Tower, on the occasion of the 140th anniversary of the Statue of Liberty, with a trail and information panels designed for children.

Cité des sciences et de l'industrie

until Sun 24 Jan ages 0+
Cité des sciences et de l'Industrie, 30 avenue Corentin Cariou, 75019 Paris

A place for scientific exploration with permanent and temporary exhibitions on a range of themes, including the Cité des enfants 5-10 ans (Children's City, ages 5-10) to spark younger children's curiosity.

OCEAN PLANET PLANÈTE OCÉAN

until Sun 3 Jan
38 RUE SAINT-MAUR, 75011 Paris

A monumental 360° underwater epic, blending projections, light and smoke, for the whole family and fans of immersive experiences.

The Little Ones' House at CentQuatre La Maison des Petits au CentQuatre

Sat 17 Oct · 14:30–18:00 + 1 other date Free ages 5+
Le CENTQUATRE-PARIS (104), 5 Rue Curial

The Little Ones' House welcomes children aged 0 to 5 and their parents free of charge. It offers a space for play, exchange, sharing and listening, in a place with original design.

Michel Gondry's Amateur Film Factory at the Galerie du 19M L'Usine de Films Amateurs de Michel Gondry à la Galerie du 19M

Sat 17 Oct · 14:00–17:00 Free ages 6+
le19m, 2, place de Skanderbeg

A workshop imagined by Michel Gondry: in three hours, children and adults alike make a collective film for free, with no prior experience, on a hat-making set inspired by the early 20th century.

Architecture Days 2026 at the Musée des Plans-Reliefs Journées de l'architecture 2026 au musée des Plans-Reliefs

until Sun 18 Oct ages 7+
Musée des Plans-Reliefs, 129, rue de Grenelle

As part of the Architecture Days, the Musée des Plans-Reliefs offers an introductory tour of its models of fortified towns and a family tour with an activity booklet to observe the hidden buildings.

All Saints' holiday at the Musée de la Cinémathèque française Vacances de la Toussaint au Musée de la Cinémathèque française

Sat 17 Oct · 14:00–16:45 + 1 other date ages 8+
La Cinémathèque française, 51 rue de Bercy

During the All Saints' holiday, short tours at the Musée Méliès to explore the history of cinema, from magic to Georges Méliès's tricks, and weekend activities to uncover the secrets of his special effects.

Family Visit at the Bourse de Commerce — Pinault Collection Visite en famille à la Bourse de Commerce — Pinault Collection

Sat 17 Oct · 16:00–17:00 + 1 other date ages 6+
Bourse de Commerce — Pinault Collection, 2, rue de Viarmes

Led by a guide, this family visit invites children and adults alike to explore the exhibition "Remember Me" through observation challenges, stories to invent and games about photography.

“Machine à spectacle” by Solène Wachter « Machine à spectacle » de Solène Wachter

Sat 17 Oct · 17:00–18:00 ages 8+
Chaillot - Théâtre national de la Danse, 1, place du Trocadéro et du 11 novembre

Solène Wachter explores the backstage world of stunts and stage illusion: on stage, apparatus and technical devices confront three performers and a stuntwoman with falling, suspension and momentum. Ages 8 and up.

Giant Bubbles Bulles géantes

Sun 18 Oct · 11:00–12:00 ages 9+
Grand Palais - Palais de la découverte (Paris 8e), Square Jean Perrin - 17 avenue Eisenhower, 75008 Paris

Water, soap… and what else? Find out how to make giant bubbles. Ages 9 and up.

Shrek the Musical SHREK Le Musical

Sun 18 Oct · 14:00 + 1 other date
32, RUE RICHER, 75009 Paris

Shrek, the famous ogre, becomes the hero of a family musical at the Folies Bergère, with all the characters from the DreamWorks animated film, in a fairy-tale parody with hilarious dialogue.

VOLTE

Sat 17 Oct · 17:15 + 2 other dates
110 Rue Amelot, 75011 Paris

Volte rhymes prowess with promise, emotions with sensations on the track of the Cirque d'Hiver-Bouglione. Top-quality acts — equestrian, acrobatic, juggling, flying trapeze — performed by world-renowned artists, with music and humour.

Aladdin ALADIN

Sun 18 Oct · 11:00
33 BOULEVARD SAINT MARTIN, 75003 Paris

A musical and interactive show inspired by Aladdin: singing, dancing, magic and humour, in a hand-painted glow-in-the-dark set. A joyful adventure about dreams, courage and tolerance.

Sleeping Beauty LA BELLE AU BOIS DORMANT

Sun 18 Oct · 11:00
6 RUE DE LA GAITÉ, 75014 Paris

A musical show adapted from Charles Perrault's famous tale, in which Princess Aurora falls into a long sleep. A magical family journey with princesses, knights, fairies and a life-size dragon.

The Jungle Book LE LIVRE DE LA JUNGLE

Sun 18 Oct · 11:00
26 Rue de la Gaité, 75014 Paris

A musical adventure inspired by Rudyard Kipling's classic: Mowgli, Baloo and Bagheera in a quest blending theatre, music and dance, for the whole family.

The Three Musketeers LES TROIS MOUSQUETAIRES

Sun 18 Oct · 14:00
14 BOULEVARD DE STRASBOURG, 75010 Paris

A family show recommended for ages 7 and up, based on the work by Alexandre Dumas: D'Artagnan joins Athos, Porthos and Aramis to serve the King and save the Queen's honour, facing Richelieu, Rochefort and Milady.

Snow White and the 7 Dwarfs BLANCHE NEIGE ET LES 7 NAINS

Sun 18 Oct · 14:00
26 Rue de la Gaité, 75014 Paris

The tale of Snow White and the 7 Dwarfs revisited by Olivier Solivérès, nominated for the 2022 Molières Young Audience award, with holograms and projection mapping. A musical and poetic show for the whole family, ages 3 and up.

“Cultural Holidays” Program at the Hôtel de la Marine Opération « Vacances culturelles » à l'Hôtel de la Marine

Sat 17 Oct · 13:00–19:00 + 1 other date
Hôtel de la Marine, 2, Place de la Concorde 75008 Paris

As part of the “Cultural Holidays” program, the Hôtel de la Marine is offering investigation games, storytelling and a lyric performance for families, including those referred by organizations in the social sector.

Family Building Games Workshop: Happy Cabin! Atelier Jeux de construction en famille Happy cabane !

Sat 17 Oct · 15:30–17:00 + 1 other date
Cité de l'architecture et du patrimoine, 1 place du Trocadéro et du 11 Novembre 75016, Paris

La Cité invites young and old to play at architecture out of doors and to dream up their surroundings with building games! Families get an introduction to the art of building: we invent together and work hand in hand.

Baby visit at the Musée de l'Orangerie Visite bébé au musée de l'Orangerie

Sun 18 Oct · 09:00–09:30
Musée de l'Orangerie, Jardin des Tuileries, Place de la Concorde (côté Seine)

A crawling visit immersed in Monet's garden at Giverny. Book your tickets in advance because they sell out very quickly!

Monument Jeu d'Enfant: family detective game "1792. The Affair of the Missing Jewels" Monument Jeu d'Enfant : jeu d'enquête en famille "1792. L’affaire des joyaux disparus"

Sun 18 Oct · 11:00–13:00 + 1 other date ages 12+
Hôtel de la Marine, 2, place de la Concorde

For this new edition of Monument Jeu d'Enfant, the Hôtel de la Marine offers a historical, theatrical detective game for the whole family: solve the theft of the Crown jewels in 1792, through salons and galleries, guided by actors.

ANDY WARHOL - FAMILY VISIT ANDY WARHOL - VISITE EN FAMILLE

Sun 18 Oct · 14:30
19 Rue de Vaugirard, 75006 Paris

A guided tour by a museum lecturer to discover Andy Warhol's drawings as a family, ages 6 and up.

The Thoughts Nicolas Doutey / Sylvain Maurice Les Pensées Nicolas Doutey / Sylvain Maurice

until Sat 17 Oct ages 8+
Théâtre de la Ville – Sarah Bernhardt, 2 place du Châtelet

Ida and Paul, two naive friends who are a bit clownish, discover that they think and play with words and thoughts. A theatre show for two actors and a musician, ages 8 and up.

Nights of Light at the Château de Vincennes Nuits de Lumière au Château de Vincennes

Sat 17 Oct → Sun 8 Nov
Château de Vincennes, avenue de paris vincennes

Fifteen light and digital installations by international artists transform the château into an immersive nighttime trail, to be enjoyed as a family, children and teenagers included.

Metamorphosis: children's film festival at the Branly museum Métamorphose : festival cinéma jeune public au musée Branly

until Sun 25 Oct Free
Musée du quai Branly Jacques Chirac, 37 quai Branly

Children's film festival at the musée du quai Branly: a selection of films from every continent to discover the most surprising metamorphoses, with 17 screenings for all ages.

Your All Saints' Day holiday at the Jardin des Plantes Vos vacances de la Toussaint au Jardin des Plantes

until Sun 1 Nov
Jardin des plantes, 57, rue Cuvier

The Jardin des Plantes is offering a holiday programme combining exhibitions, shows, workshops and Halloween activities, with dinosaurs, palm trees and animals. Young and old alike will find plenty to marvel at.

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