Things to do with kids in Paris: family activities

885 upcoming activities for children and families in Paris: kids' shows, workshops, storytelling and visits.
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Whoa, Dear Parents WESH, MES CHERS PARENTS

Sat 10 Oct · 16:00 + 27 other dates
1 BOULEVARD SAINT-MARTIN, 75003 Paris

A family comedy in which Zoé and Léo compare the lives of today's teenagers with those of their parents in the 1990s, without Snapchat, TikTok or mobile phones. A show to share between generations.

THE JUNGLE BOOK LE LIVRE DE LA JUNGLE

Sat 10 Oct · 16:00 + 16 other dates
6 rue Pierre au Lard, 75004 Paris

A show for young audiences aged 4 to 99: a free adaptation of The Jungle Book by R. Kipling and W. Disney, in which one actor plays all the characters, accompanied by a harpist.

SOSSAM

Sat 10 Oct · 16:00 + 5 other dates
36 bld de Clichy, 75018 Paris

For his first show, the magician Sossam invites the audience on a poetic journey between dream and reality, with spectacular and spellbinding acts. Ages 7 and up.

Trick or Treat CHOCOTTES ET CHAMALLOWS

Sat 10 Oct · 16:00 + 18 other dates
6, RUE DE LA FOLIE-MÉRICOURT, 75011 Paris

A special Halloween campfire evening: between laughter and songs, young and old share their fears and overcome them. A show for children aged 3 to 9.

The Wolf of the Archives LE LOUP DES ARCHIVES

Sat 10 Oct · 16:00 + 19 other dates
11 RUE DU GÉNÉRAL BLAISE, 75011 Paris

A show for young audiences in which Garance, a little orphan girl, slips into a magical library at midnight and meets a wolf who works at the reception desk. A funny, sung musical comedy, for ages 4 and up.

Goosebumps and Marshmallows – Halloween special children's show Chocottes et chamallows - spectacle pour enfants spécial Halloween

Sat 10 Oct · 16:00–16:50 + 18 other dates ages 3+
À LA FOLIE THEATRE, 6 rue de la Folie Méricourt

At the werewolf cub camp, the big special "goosebumps" evening is being prepared: toasted marshmallows, songs and stories around the campfire. A show for children aged 3 to 9 that shows that everyone can be afraid and that expressing it helps you get past it.

Crochet workshop Atelier crochet

Sat 10 Oct · 16:00–17:00 + 3 other dates Free ages 10+
Médiathèque James Baldwin, 10 Bis rue Henri Ribière

Come and learn the art of crochet, pick up the basics or improve your skills, and share tips on techniques in a friendly setting. Children who know the basics are welcome from age 10, complete beginners from age 12, and the workshops are open to all adults.

Traditional Angola Capoeira class with Mestre Faísca Cours de Capoeira Angola traditionnelle avec Mestre Faísca

Sat 10 Oct · 16:00–18:00 + 8 other dates ages 9+
Archipelia, 17, rue des Envierges

Traditional Angola capoeira class to develop your physical fitness, rhythm and coordination, with no need to be fit or coordinated to start.

P for Pirates T COMME PIRATES

Sat 10 Oct · 16:15 + 14 other dates
95 BOULEVARD SAINT-MICHEL, 75005 Paris

A musical show for children ages 4 and up: Captain Crochard, separated from his crew after an attack by the privateer Ratigan, must face his fears to find his friends again.

SUPERGRANDAD DOESN'T EVEN NEED A CAPE! SUPERPAPOU MÊME PAS CAPE !

Sat 10 Oct · 16:15 + 9 other dates
95 BOULEVARD SAINT-MICHEL, 75005 Paris

SuperGrandad and his best friend Carl Vermont remember their year in fourth grade, from the class photo to the cafeteria, with music. A super concert full of craziness for the very young, from 4 to 104 years old.

The Sock Fairy and the Musician LA FÉE DES CHAUSSETTES ET LE MUSICIEN

Sat 10 Oct · 16:30 + 17 other dates
37, rue Volta, 75003 Paris

The Sock Fairy returns in a musical where Luciole and Jazz, a musician, help children get through the "little" crisis of adolescence with humour and songs. A show for young audiences aged 2 to 8.

GIGI DALIDA & ME GIGI DALIDA & MOI

Sat 10 Oct · 16:30 + 16 other dates
4 rue Marie Stuart, 75002 Paris

An interactive, humorous musical show built around Dalida's songs: alone on stage, Angélina tells and sings the true story of Gigi l'amoroso (Gigi the lover). Something to see with family or friends, for all audiences aged 6 and up.

Baby Sign Language Workshops – Paris 11 Ateliers Signes avec bébé – Paris 11

Sat 10 Oct · 16:30–17:30
Atelier 77, 77 rue de Charonne, 75011

The "Signes avec bébé" (Baby Sign Language) workshops invite parents and children aged 0 to 3 to discover sign language at Atelier 77 (Paris 11th).

The Bobos Go Skiing Les Bobos font du ski

Sat 10 Oct · 16:30–17:45 + 8 other dates ages 6+
La Divine Comédie, 2, rue Saulnier

A family comedy in which Tony, a Parisian bobo, must face the mountains to scatter his grandfather's ashes. Between a wild instructor, a stingy Belgian couple and the Yeti, he will have to overcome his fears and solve puzzles.

Magic: The Magic Hat MAGIE LE CHAPEAU MAGIQUE

Sat 10 Oct · 17:00 + 34 other dates
50, Rue Saint Georges, 75009 Paris

With his magic hat, the magician propels you into the wonderful world of magic and illusion. The children, apprentice magicians, take an active part on stage under the amused gaze of their parents. From 2 to 99 years old! A magic balloon will be given to every child!

The Story of the Handsome Dodu Worm L'HISTOIRE DU BEAU VER DODU

Sat 10 Oct · 17:00 + 15 other dates
6, RUE DE LA FOLIE-MÉRICOURT, 75011 Paris

Superverdodu, the earthworm, has adventures between the forest and the vegetable garden, with music and puppets. A family show for children from 18 months to 6 years old.

The Story of the Handsome Plump Worm L'histoire du beau ver dodu

Sat 10 Oct · 17:00–17:35 + 15 other dates
À LA FOLIE THEATRE, 6 rue de la Folie Méricourt

Superverdodu, the earthworm, has adventures from the vegetable garden to the forest, with music and puppets. A show for the very young, to share as a family.

"Bidouille's Stories" by OCTOBRE - story time for ages 4 and up "Les histoires de Bidouille" d'OCTOBRE - l'heure du conte des 4 ans et +

Sat 10 Oct · 17:00–17:40 Free ages 4+
Bibliothèque Benoîte Groult, 25 Rue du Commandant René Mouchotte

Bidouille, the library's orange mascot, and its librarians offer a session of readings, songs and finger plays for children ages 4 and up, with picture books and kamishibai.

Cirque SHAM - Circus Cabaret Cirque SHAM - Cabaret cirque

Sat 10 Oct · 17:00–18:00 Free
Parvis de la mairie du 14e, 2 place Ferdinand-Brunot

As part of the "Fête des rues aux enfants", Cirque SHAM presents an open-air circus cabaret: an hour of varied, lively acts, accessible to everyone, to share with the family.

VOLTE

Sat 10 Oct · 17:15 + 54 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.

The Wacky Ventriloquist Witch LA SORCIERE LOUFOQUE, VENTRILOQUE

Sat 10 Oct · 17:30 + 12 other dates
95 BOULEVARD SAINT-MICHEL, 75005 Paris

A clumsy witch dreams of becoming queen of the fairies. Between magic, ventriloquism and laughter, she takes on challenges to make her dream come true, helped by a singing rabbit, a sleepy monkey and her mascot Kytou.

THE THREE KITTENS LES TROIS CHATONS

Sat 10 Oct · 17:30 + 6 other dates
11 RUE DU GÉNÉRAL BLAISE, 75011 Paris

Three little kittens, a rainy day and a great desire to play! A tender and joyful musical show for the very young, with songs, laughter and discoveries.

"Resto Dingo" Musical Clown Solo - A Comedy Split in Two "Resto Dingo" Solo de clown musical - Une comédie fendue en deux

Sat 10 Oct · 18:00–19:00 Free ages 11+
Bibliothèque Aimé Césaire, 5 rue de Ridder

A funny and musical clown solo that tackles the theme of schizophrenia with accuracy, written and performed by Sébastien Petiot. Recommended for ages 11 and up.

Family Halloween Evening at Bulles & Billes (Paris 9th) Soirée Halloween en famille à Bulles & Billes (Paris 9e)

Sat 10 Oct · 18:00–21:00 + 3 other dates
Bulles & Billes, 13, Rue Sainte-Cécile

Every Saturday in October, Bulles & Billes gets into the Halloween spirit: a big hosted game brings children and parents together, then families gather around a shared aperitif.

Show - "La Servante Maîtresse", an opera between baroque and breakdance Spectacle - "La Servante Maîtresse", opéra entre baroque et breakdance

Sat 10 Oct · 19:00–20:00 + 8 other dates
Théo Théâtre, 20 rue Théodore Deck

A baroque opera by Pergolesi reimagined by Compagnie Unissons!, blending opera singers, piano and hip-hop dance. A family-friendly show, funny and lively, for opera regulars and for those who think it's out of reach.

EVA JEAN

Sat 10 Oct · 19:30 + 24 other dates
18, RUE DU FAUBOURG DU TEMPLE, 75011 Paris

Eva Jean, performed by David Jean, vocal coach on La France à un incroyable talent, offers a spectacular vocal show blending humour, emotion, pop, jazz and disco, celebrating the freedom to be yourself. A vibrant show for the whole family, suitable for all audiences aged 10 and up.

My First Film-Concert: "Family Memories" Mon premier ciné-concert « Souvenirs de famille »

Sun 11 Oct
Salle Colonne, 94 boulevard Auguste Blanqui

A film-concert for a first sensory experience: five animated films accompanied by a brass quartet and a celesta. Recommended for ages 4 and up.

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

Sun 11 Oct · 09:00–09:30 + 6 other dates
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!

Farmer for a day at the René Binet educational farm (18th arrondissement) Soigneur d'un jour à la ferme pédagogique René Binet (18e)

Sun 11 Oct · 10:00–11:00 Free ages 3+
Jardin René Binet, 54, rue René-Binet

Discover behind the scenes of the livestock at the urban educational farm and take part in the farmer's daily activities: observing and feeding the animals. An activity to share as a family, from age 3.

Parent-Child Dance Duo Workshops 18 months-3 years Ateliers en duo Parent-Enfant Danse 18 mois-3 ans

Sun 11 Oct · 10:00–11:00 + 1 other date ages 1+
Atelier 77, 77 rue de Charonne

A parent-child dance duo workshop combining movement, rhythm, songs and nursery rhymes, for children aged 18 months (walking confidently) to 3 years accompanied by a parent who also takes part.

Capucine's Nursery Rhymes LES COMPTINES DE CAPUCINE

Sun 11 Oct · 11:00 + 22 other dates
42 Rue Pierre Fontaine, 75009 Paris

Capucine goes in search of her cuddly toy, singing the nursery rhymes of our childhood. A gentle, poetic musical journey for little ones aged 1 to 7.

Paris Sportives: Women's Baby Football with the Graines de Footballeuses association Paris Sportives : Baby-Football Féminin avec l'association Graines de Footballeuses

Sun 11 Oct · 11:00–12:00 + 8 other dates Free ages 3+
Halle sportive Dunois, 59, rue Dunois

A weekly 100% women's football session specially designed for the very youngest, ages 3 to 6, to discover the sport while having fun and in complete safety.

Toddler Tale: Animalia. Zimba and the Lost Bracelet - Hôtel de la Marine Conte tout petits : Animalia. Zimba et le bracelet perdu - Hôtel de la Marine

Sun 11 Oct · 11:00–12:00 + 7 other dates ages 3+
Hôtel de la Marine, 2, place de la Concorde

A kamishibai tale for toddlers: Zimba, a little monkey, sets out to find his mother's lost bracelet, followed by a short visit to the "Animalia" exhibition.

Intergenerational Laughter Workshop at Le Hasard Ludique Atelier de rigologie intergénérationnel au Hasard Ludique

Sun 11 Oct · 11:00–12:30 + 1 other date ages 7+
Le Hasard Ludique, 128 Avenue de Saint-Ouen

An intergenerational laughter workshop where laughter, togetherness and good cheer are guaranteed, combining laughter yoga, playful relaxation, mime, singing, dancing and relaxation. Open to children, teens, parents, grandparents and adults.

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

Sun 11 Oct · 11:15–12:15 + 19 other dates 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.

THE LADYBIRD JOURNEY JOURNEY LA COCCINELLE VOYAGE VOYAGE

Sun 11 Oct · 11:30 + 11 other dates
95 BOULEVARD SAINT-MICHEL, 75005 Paris

A show for young audiences in which the Ladybird accompanies the vegetable garden's scarecrow on his quest to learn to sing and find the opera singer Marguerite.

Sarah Donna: The Singing Journey SARAH DONNA LE VOYAGE EN-CHANTANT

Sun 11 Oct · 14:00 + 19 other dates
33 BOULEVARD SAINT MARTIN, 75003 Paris

Sarah Donna presents a new season of "Voyage en-chantant" (The Singing Journey), a show blending songs, dance, colorful costumes and surprises, to get young and old singing, dancing and dreaming. A fun and educational show, recommended by many teachers.

Igor's Crazy Experiment LA FOLLE EXPERIENCE D'IGOR

Sun 11 Oct · 14:00 + 9 other dates
95 BOULEVARD SAINT-MICHEL, 75005 Paris

Igor, the orphaned assistant of Dr. Frankenstein, wants to reproduce his master's experiment: creating life from death. A funny and moving show for young audiences, with audience participation, ages 4 and up.

TROTTE-MENU

Sun 11 Oct · 14:00 + 18 other dates
95 BOULEVARD SAINT-MICHEL, 75005 Paris

A lively musical detective mystery full of mystery, dreams and humour: Trotte-Menu and his friends set off to recover the black heart stolen by the Rats. Ages 4 and up.

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

Sun 11 Oct · 14:00 + 20 other dates
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.

POCAHONTAS

Sun 11 Oct · 14:00 + 22 other dates
6 RUE DE LA GAITÉ, 75014 Paris

After Sherlock Holmes and Puss in Boots, the Safa Brothers put a new spin on the legend of Pocahontas in a family musical blending adventure, romance and a meeting of cultures, with immersive sets, projections and holograms.

Traditional Angola Capoeira class with Mestre Faísca Cours de Capoeira Angola traditionnelle avec Mestre Faísca

Sun 11 Oct · 14:00–16:00 + 8 other dates ages 9+
Gymnase Marie Paradis, 5 rue Léon Schwartzenberg,

Traditional Angola capoeira class to build fitness, rhythm and coordination, with attack and defence moves, balance and music. Open to everyone, no need to be fit or coordinated to start.

ANDY WARHOL - FAMILY VISIT ANDY WARHOL - VISITE EN FAMILLE

Sun 11 Oct · 14:30 + 15 other dates
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.

Budding stylist: family textile workshop around the exhibition "L'étoffe de l'artiste" Styliste en herbe : atelier textile en famille autour de l'exposition « L’étoffe de l’artiste »

Sun 11 Oct · 14:30–16:00 + 9 other dates ages 4+
Musée Bourdelle, 18, rue Antoine Bourdelle

After exploring the exhibition "L'étoffe de l'artiste" (The Artist's Fabric), families recreate an artist's favourite outfit on a cardboard silhouette, using textile samples. For families, children aged 4 and up.

An unusual tour of Montmartre with actors Visite insolite de Montmartre avec des comédiens

Sun 11 Oct · 14:30–16:00 + 3 other dates ages 8+
Devant le Square Nadar, 2, rue Saint-Éleuthère

A theatrical guided tour of Montmartre in which actors lead you through a scenario to find la Belle Gabrielle, meeting legendary characters of the neighbourhood along the way. A friendly activity to enjoy as a family, from age 8.

TREE - BORMANN MORENO CIRCUS ARBRE - CIRQUE BORMANN MORENO

Sun 11 Oct · 15:00 + 29 other dates
5 RUE LUCIEN BOSSOUTROT, 75015 Paris

An original creation by the Bormann family blending circus, dance, theatre and special effects, under a Parisian big top, for a fantastical journey around a magic tree.

Viva México Festival - Kids' Cinema: Mexican cinema for children Festival Viva México - Ciné niño : Le cinéma mexicain à hauteur d'enfants

Sun 11 Oct · 15:00–16:25 ages 5+
Cinéma Luminor Hôtel de Ville, 20 rue du Temple

As part of the Viva Mexico festival, a programme of short films in Spanish with French subtitles, followed by a discussion and then a creative workshop, to share as a family from age 5.

Rewriting "Honorine", a series of creative writing workshops Réécrire «Honorine», cycle d'ateliers d'écriture créative

Sun 11 Oct · 15:00–17:00 + 2 other dates ages 12+
Maison de Balzac musée et bibliothèque, 47, rue Raynouard

A series of four creative writing workshops to rewrite Balzac's "Honorine", starting from extracts of the work and a violet scent. The texts written are read aloud and discussed at the end of the session.

The Secret - 104-seat capacity LE SECRET - Jauge 104 places

Sun 11 Oct · 15:30 + 10 other dates
Péniche, face 3 quai Montebello, 75005 Paris

A musical show that gives children a voice about what they experience at school: friendship, difference and school bullying, to open up a debate between generations.

Simultaneous embroidery: family textile workshop around the exhibition "L'étoffe de l'artiste" Broderie simultanée : atelier textile en famille autour de l'exposition « L’étoffe de l’artiste »

Sun 11 Oct · 16:00–18:00 + 8 other dates ages 7+
Musée Bourdelle, 18, rue Antoine Bourdelle

A family textile workshop to learn the punch needle technique, drawing inspiration from the patterns of Sonia Delaunay and her simultaneous fabrics presented in the exhibition. Children aged 7 and up.

Pierrot and the Magic Laugh PIERROT ET LE RIRE MAGIQUE

Sun 11 Oct · 16:45 + 11 other dates
95 BOULEVARD SAINT-MICHEL, 75005 Paris

A family show mixing laughter and songs, in which Pierrot, a mischievous child-puppet, discovers the world alongside Zabelle and Claude. Ages 3 and up.

GRIMILDE MANOR LE MANOIR GRIMILDE

Sun 11 Oct · 17:00 + 7 other dates
18, RUE DU FAUBOURG DU TEMPLE, 75011 Paris

Two teenage runaways take refuge in a haunted manor, where they become friends with a young ghost. A fantasy adventure blending friendship, laughs and chills, set to original musical compositions.

THE OPERA LOCOS

Sun 11 Oct · 19:00 + 7 other dates
6 RUE DE LA GAITÉ, 75014 Paris

Five eccentric opera singers humorously revisit the greatest opera arias, spiced up with a few borrowings from pop. A musical comedy show to see with the family.

Zwaj

Sun 11 Oct · 20:30–21:40 + 8 other dates ages 6+
Théâtre de la Gaîté-Montparnasse, 26 rue de la Gaité

A dance and theatre show created by the duo Hajare Akiri-Marmagne and Arthur Marmagne, exploring the marriage between dream and reality, with humour and poetry. Ages 6 and up.

Street Festival for Children in the 12th Festival des rues aux enfants dans le 12e

Mon 12 Oct Free
Allée Vivaldi, Allée Vivaldi

An afternoon of games and activities for children in several pedestrianized streets of the 12th arrondissement: giant wooden games, reading, nature, sports and creative workshops, storytelling and music.

Paris Sportives: Football with the association Les Enfants de la Goutte d'Or Paris Sportives : Football avec l’association Les Enfants de la Goutte d'Or

Mon 12 Oct · 18:15–20:00 + 15 other dates Free ages 8+
Terrain de sport Goutte d'Or, 2, rue de la Goutte d'Or

The association Les Enfants de la Goutte d'Or offers weekly football sessions: training for young people and a well-being sports session for adults, in a friendly atmosphere open to all levels.