Sat 17 Oct · 17:30
+ 14 other dates
11 RUE DU GÉNÉRAL BLAISE, 75011 Paris
An interactive storytelling show with music and songs set in the African savannah, featuring a little lion who sings instead of roaring. With puppets and instruments (djembe, balafon, sanza), for ages 1 and up.
Sat 17 Oct · 18:00–20:00
+ 1 other date
Free
ages 12+
Médiathèque Virginia Woolf, 4 rue Germaine Krull
One Saturday a month, the media library hosts a board game evening open to all curious players, ages 12 and up, to explore its selection of games in a friendly atmosphere.
Sat 17 Oct · 19:00
15 RUE DU RETRAIT, 75020 Paris
The Ciné-Trio invites you on a musical journey through Italy and its greatest film music composers, from Ennio Morricone to Nino Rota. A concert suitable for ages 8 and up.
Sun 18 Oct · 08:30–12:00
ages 5+
Parc Montsouris, 2, rue Gazan
The Dodo Race offers running or walking routes inside Parc Montsouris, including one accessible from age 5, alone or with family.
Sun 18 Oct · 10:00
+ 1 other date
45 RUE LA BOETIE, 75008 Paris
The Lamoureux Orchestra's Baby Concerts blend the great symphonic repertoire with children's nursery rhymes. A musical journey around the world to listen to, move to and sing along with in rhythm, to discover percussion.
Sun 18 Oct · 10:30–12:30
+ 2 other dates
ages 12+
Musée Bourdelle, 18, rue Antoine Bourdelle
A hand-sewing workshop to make, as a family, a needle holder and a tape-measure box, to take away in a fabric pouch. Family activity for ages 12 and up.
Sun 18 Oct · 11:00
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95 BOULEVARD SAINT-MICHEL, 75005 Paris
Zulo the bee must create a giant candy in the colors of the rainbow with the help of the children. A show blending poetry, music and dance, for ages 3 and up.
Sun 18 Oct · 11:00
15 RUE DU RETRAIT, 75020 Paris
A family and intergenerational concert where the Ciné-Trio performs the most beautiful music from animated films, accompanied by images projected on a big screen. Ages 5 and up.
Sun 18 Oct · 11:00–11:40
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Théâtre Paris-Villette, 211 avenue Jean Jaurès
Alone in his room, a child rules over a miniature universe where anything is possible, until his parents appear and make him tiny again. A show blending theatre, video, puppetry, visual arts and sound creation, exploring shifts in scale and the child's rightful place.
Sun 18 Oct · 14:00
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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.
Sun 18 Oct · 14:00
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7 Boulevard Montmartre, 75002 Paris
Paris in the Roaring Twenties: Arsène Lupin, master of disguise and illusion, takes on the Countess of Cagliostro amid chases, magic and puzzles. A show blending humour, suspense and magic, to enjoy as a family from age 6.
Sun 18 Oct · 14:30–15:30
Free
ages 12+
Maison Paris Nature, Pavillons 1 et 2 du Parc Floral de Paris, route de la Pyramide
A talk on how computer simulations help us better grasp reality, and what their limits are. Suitable for ages 12 and up, at the Maison Paris Nature.
Sun 18 Oct · 15:00–16:00
ages 10+
La Maison de la Poésie, Passage Molière, 157 rue Saint Martin
A lecture for all audiences, ages 10 and up, presented by Roland Lehoucq, astrophysicist. With the code MARS, get a rate of 5 euros instead of 10!
Sun 18 Oct · 21:00
+ 6 other dates
26 Rue de la Gaité, 75014 Paris
After "La Claque" (The Slap) and "Le Siffleur" (The Whistler), Fred Radix presents a new creation: on the night of 19 December 1978, in a film club, an unexpected incident turns the evening of usherettes Marie-Jo and Anita upside down. A show for ages 8 and up.
Mon 19 Oct · 10:00–12:00
+ 4 other dates
ages 9+
Ateliers By The Way, 100, rue du Faubourg Saint-Martin
A workshop of 5 consecutive mornings in a small group to learn the basics of machine sewing and become independent at home. For children and teenagers aged 9 to 15, all materials provided.
Mon 19 Oct · 10:00–12:00
+ 4 other dates
ages 5+
Centre Paris Anim' Point du Jour, 1-9 rue du Général Malleterre
A creative workshop where 5-6 year-olds explore theater and painting through games, stories, characters and plenty of colors, to express themselves freely and have fun during the All Saints' holiday.
Mon 19 Oct · 10:00–12:00
+ 4 other dates
ages 7+
Centre Paris Anim' Point du Jour, 1-9 rue du Général Malleterre
A week of multi-activity fun on an autumn theme, for children aged 7 to 10: arts and crafts, treasure hunts, outdoor games, sports and tasty snacks.
Mon 19 Oct · 10:00–13:00
+ 4 other dates
ages 10+
Centre Paris Anim' Baudricourt, 6 rue Simone Weil
A short film-making course led by Kody: young people take part in front of and behind the camera with professional equipment, to learn methods, cultures, creativity and techniques.
Mon 19 Oct · 10:15–11:15
+ 4 other dates
ages 3+
Centre Paris Anim' Wangari Muta Maathai, 13-15 rue Mouraud
The Paris Anim' Wangari center offers baby circus workshops to introduce children to circus practice during the autumn holidays.
Mon 19 Oct · 11:15–12:15
+ 4 other dates
ages 6+
Centre Paris Anim' Marc Sangnier, 20-24 avenue Marc Sangnier
A fun workshop where children make a puppet from used socks, fabric, felt, wool and googly eyes, then bring their character to life.
Mon 19 Oct · 11:15–12:45
+ 4 other dates
ages 6+
Centre Paris Anim' Wangari Muta Maathai, 13-15 rue Mouraud
The Paris Anim' Wangari Muta Maathai centre offers circus camps to introduce children to circus practice during the autumn holidays.
Mon 19 Oct · 14:00–15:30
+ 4 other dates
ages 6+
Centre Paris Anim' Wangari Muta Maathai, 13-15 rue Mouraud
The Paris Anim' Wangari Muta Maathai centre is offering introductory sculpture workshops for children aged 6 to 10 during the autumn holidays.
Mon 19 Oct · 14:00–15:30
+ 4 other dates
ages 7+
Centre Paris Anim' Point du Jour, 1-9 rue du Général Malleterre
A high-energy theater workshop for ages 7-10: a creative adventure to dare, have fun and take the stage like a real little actor!
Mon 19 Oct · 14:00–16:00
Free
ages 8+
Maison Paris Nature, Pavillons 1 et 2 du Parc Floral de Paris, route de la Pyramide
A rally to discover the trees of the Parc Floral de Paris by observing leaves, bark and fruit. For ages 8-14, accompanied by an adult, free registration required.
Mon 19 Oct · 14:00–16:00
+ 4 other dates
ages 8+
Centre Paris Anim' Marc Sangnier, 20-24 avenue Marc Sangnier
An introductory theater mime workshop for children aged 8 to 12, in a fun and creative setting. No experience required, just the desire to give it a try.
Mon 19 Oct · 14:00–17:00
+ 3 other dates
Free
ages 13+
Centre Paris Anim' Château Landon, 31 Rue du Château Landon
A project combining writing and smartphone video production to show the 10th arrondissement your own way. Open to young people aged 13 to 16 who live in the 10th.
Mon 19 Oct · 14:00–17:00
+ 4 other dates
ages 5+
Studio Bleu, 10 Rue Erard
A five-afternoon workshop combining dance, singing and drama for children aged 5 to 11, with a snack included and a free demonstration at the end of the workshop.
Mon 19 Oct · 14:00–17:00
+ 2 other dates
ages 8+
Salle associative, 65, rue mademoiselle
Lego TRAINS workshop for children aged 8 and over: discovering and building a large train network, with room left for imagination under the coordination of activity leaders.
Mon 19 Oct · 14:15
+ 2 other dates
19 Rue de Vaugirard, 75006 Paris
A tour and workshop for children around the exhibition devoted to Andy Warhol's drawings: after a guided tour led by a visual artist, the children try out techniques to reproduce and personalize an image.
Mon 19 Oct · 15:30–16:30
+ 4 other dates
ages 3+
Centre Paris Anim' Wangari Muta Maathai, 13-15 rue Mouraud
The Paris Anim' Wangari Muta Maathai centre is offering introductory drama workshops for children aged 3 to 5 during the autumn holidays.
Mon 19 Oct · 20:00
16, RUE DE CLICHY, 75009 Paris
37th edition of the Mandrakes d'Or (Golden Mandrakes): the world's greatest magicians gather on the stage of the Casino de Paris for an evening of grand illusions, sleight of hand and humour, to enjoy as a family.
Tue 20 Oct · 13:30–14:30
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Maison de la culture du Japon à Paris, 101 bis Quai Jacques Chirac
A workshop to discover nihon buyō, a classical Japanese dance nearly 400 years old: greetings, postures, basic movements, and a dance on stage at the end. Children can also touch kimonos and handle accessories such as the fan or the tenugui towel.
Tue 20 Oct · 14:00–16:00
Free
ages 8+
Maison Paris Nature, Pavillons 1 et 2 du Parc Floral de Paris, route de la Pyramide
A rally to discover the trees of the Parc Floral de Paris by observing leaves, bark and fruit. For ages 8-14, accompanied by an adult.
Tue 20 Oct · 14:00–16:00
+ 7 other dates
Free
La Ferme de Paris, 24 route de la Tourelle
The Ferme de Paris is offering an activity stand to discover the farm's cucurbits and squashes, with activities for young and old. A walk around the farm is also possible during this season.
Tue 20 Oct · 14:00–16:30
Mémorial de la Shoah, 17 rue Geoffroy l'Asnier
After the guided tour of the exhibition Simone Veil. My sisters and I, a workshop where adults learn letter writing and children illustrate a comic strip of an episode in the life of the Jacob family. For families, children aged 10 and up.
Tue 20 Oct · 14:00–17:00
+ 3 other dates
Free
ages 13+
Centre Paris Anim' Grange aux Belles, 6 Rue Boy-Zelensky
A project combining writing and smartphone video production, to show the 10th arrondissement in your own way. Open to young people aged 13 to 16 who live in the 10th.
Tue 20 Oct · 16:30
+ 10 other dates
95 BOULEVARD SAINT-MICHEL, 75005 Paris
The magician Zing-Zing has lost his sleight-of-hand secrets: the children in the audience become magicians to help him recover his memory and his powers. An interactive, funny and poetic show, from age 3 and for the whole family.
Wed 21 Oct
ages 3+
La Grande Coco / Coco cantine, 29 rue du soleil
A poetic kamishibai tale in which Madeleine, a grieving young girl, meets an inventor obsessed with flying machines and a slightly witchy godmother. A theatrical and visual tribute to creativity and imagination, for ages 3 and up.
Wed 21 Oct → Thu 22 Oct
Free
ages 3+
Bibliothèque L'Heure joyeuse, 6-12 rue des Prêtres Saint-Séverin
As part of My First Festival, the L'Heure Joyeuse library is offering a session with readings and screenings of two short films, for children aged 3 to 6.
Wed 21 Oct · 10:30–11:00
+ 1 other date
ages 3+
Bibliothèque Saint-Eloi, 23 rue du Colonel Rozanoff
As part of the My First Festival, a storytelling session in French and French Sign Language followed by the screening of two animated short films, for children ages 3 and up.
Wed 21 Oct → Fri 23 Oct
ages 6+
Feibai Institute, 10, rue Thérèse
Image Hunt is an intensive, multidisciplinary visual arts workshop for children aged 6 and up who are passionate about art: exploring museums and historic sites, sketching works, and creating in the studio.
Wed 21 Oct · 11:00–12:00
+ 1 other date
ages 3+
38Riv Jazz Club, 38, rue de Rivoli
Morphing, a trio led by Antonin Leymarie, offers a dancefloor for children blending world music, groove and playful samples. A concert to share as a family, ages 3 and up.
Wed 21 Oct · 14:00–15:30
Free
ages 3+
Maison Paris Nature, Pavillons 1 et 2 du Parc Floral de Paris, route de la Pyramide
A board game workshop on the theme of nature, led by an Environmental Advisor, to discover living beings under the trees. Accessible from age 3, adults and children play together.
Wed 21 Oct · 14:30–15:15
+ 1 other date
ages 3+
Théâtre Traversière, 15 bis rue Traversière
A film concert that takes the youngest through all kinds of emotions in a colourful indie-pop electronica world, but one that is suitable for them… and that captivates adults just as much!
Wed 21 Oct · 14:30–17:00
ages 6+
L'Atelier de la Ressourcerie Créative, 95, avenue du Général Leclerc
A creative workshop where children turn egg cartons into colourful hanging decorations, with charms, ribbons and beads. Open to beginners, materials provided, for ages 6-14 accompanied by an adult.
Wed 21 Oct · 15:00–16:00
+ 1 other date
Free
ages 5+
Médiathèque Marguerite Yourcenar, 41, rue d'Alleray
A cinema session with a selection of short films and animal documentaries, in a cosy atmosphere. For children aged 5 and up.
Wed 21 Oct · 15:30–16:15
Free
ages 3+
Maison Paris Nature, Pavillons 1 et 2 du Parc Floral de Paris, route de la Pyramide
Every month, the Maison Paris Nature offers readings of stories chosen from the Nature Library collection. This month, stories in which animals make us laugh, for accompanied children aged 3 and up.
Wed 21 Oct · 16:00–17:30
+ 5 other dates
Free
ages 6+
Centre Culturel Coréen, 20 rue la Boétie
An introductory workshop to Najeon Chilgi, the traditional Korean art of mother-of-pearl decoration, combined with a discovery of hangeul. Participants create their own accessory decorated with a motif inspired by a Korean character.
Wed 21 Oct · 16:00–17:30
Free
ages 6+
Bibliothèque Assia Djebar, 1 rue Reynaldo Hahn
A special Halloween movie screening to give the whole family the chills! Come in costume.
Thu 22 Oct · 11:00–12:00
38Riv Jazz Club, 38, rue de Rivoli
Flöcön, a gentle and sparkling musical awakening for the very young: colorful voices, chirps and sound objects to amaze little ears. From 2 months to 3 years.
Thu 22 Oct · 14:00–16:30
Mémorial de la Shoah, 17 rue Geoffroy l'Asnier
A workshop and a tour for families, ages 10 and up, to discover the story of Jewish children in France under the Occupation through film excerpts. Each child must be accompanied by an adult.
Thu 22 Oct · 14:00–17:00
+ 1 other date
ages 8+
Salle associative, 65, rue mademoiselle
A workshop to discover architecture through play, with Lego models of Paris and cities around the world. For children aged 8 and up.
Fri 23 Oct · 11:00–12:00
+ 1 other date
ages 7+
38Riv Jazz Club, 38, rue de Rivoli
A drawn concert in which the Claude Trio blends jazz and storytelling while watercolorist Sophie Bataille draws live the story of Claude, a little heroine who overcomes her fears. A 45-minute show for young audiences, ages 7 and up.
Fri 23 Oct · 11:30–12:30
+ 5 other dates
ages 4+
Maison de la culture du Japon à Paris, 101 bis Quai Jacques Chirac
A workshop to make a shimenawa, a traditional Japanese New Year decoration, with origami and mizuhiki knots. Sessions are offered for children and teenagers, and another for adults.
Fri 23 Oct · 14:30–17:00
ages 6+
L'Atelier de la Ressourcerie Créative, 95, avenue du Général Leclerc
Come and turn a simple sock into an adorable plush toy: choose the colours, stuff it, decorate it with eyes and accessories, then take your creation home. Beginner workshop, materials provided, for children aged 6 to 14 accompanied by an adult.
Fri 23 Oct · 16:30–17:15
+ 1 other date
Free
ages 2+
Cinéma des Cinéastes, 7 avenue de Clichy
As part of Mon Premier Festival, story readings and short film screenings on the theme "In Every Sense," at the Batignolles library and the Cinéma des Cinéastes (Paris 17). For children ages 2 to 4.
Fri 23 Oct · 17:00–18:00
Free
ages 10+
Bibliothèque Aimé Césaire, 5 rue de Ridder
One Friday a month, in the children's area, come and enjoy a friendly time with a selection of video games. A get-together for ages 10-15.
Fri 23 Oct · 20:00–21:30
ages 12+
La Maison des Métallos, 94, rue Jean-Pierre Timbaud
Gérald Kurdian, aka HOT BODIES, gives a preview of tracks from his upcoming album "The Transition Pieces", in an acoustic "chamber pop" blending vocals, bass, piano, strings, choir and samplers.
Sat 24 Oct · 10:30–13:30
ages 11+
Les ateliers du Point bleu - Caroline Gaume, 4 rue Albert Marquet
A three-hour workshop to learn the basics of linocut printing with Caroline Gaume, visual artist: choose an image, carve the linoleum, ink it and print. Materials provided, everyone leaves with their plates and prints.
Sat 24 Oct · 13:45–16:30
départ : amphithéâtre en pierre dans le square Marcel Bleustein-Blanchet, 1 rue de la Bonne
A treasure hunt in teams of 3 to 6 people in the most romantic neighbourhood of Paris: observation, thinking and deduction to piece together a poet's song and help him find his beautiful unknown woman.