THE MUSICAL GARDENS 2026 LES JARDINS MUSICAUX 2026
A family stroll through the French gardens of the Palace of Versailles, to the rhythm of baroque music, with fountains, groves, statues and topiaries.
A family stroll through the French gardens of the Palace of Versailles, to the rhythm of baroque music, with fountains, groves, statues and topiaries.
The PEEP of Versailles is organizing a free talk for middle school students in grades 6 to 8 and their parents, to help families support students' academic success.
A stroll for families or friends through the gardens of the Palace of Versailles, discovering the fountains as they are turned on and moving to the baroque music that once brought them to life.
The Hoche High School science museum opens its doors: an exhibition on education from the 18th century to the advent of the digital age, with exceptional objects from historical collections.
A clay modelling workshop where parent and child shape an elephant together, guided step by step. Everyone leaves with their creation, which can be painted at home.
A creative workshop to paint on an original and eco-friendly surface: tree bark. For children aged 7 to 10.
Heritage comes out of its storerooms and wanders through your spaces. Take this opportunity to sharpen your curiosity, ask your questions or simply admire the document of the day. All audiences.
The Versailles Equestrian Academy presents a show choreographed by Bartabas, in which the new class of female riders performs new choreographies and revisits the Academy's emblematic scenes. Recommended for ages 5 and up, not permitted for children under 3.
A folk dance with revisited traditional dances, live music groups and many dancers. An introduction is offered before the dance, beginners are welcome.
Stargazing and activities on the Place d'Armes, in front of the Palace of Versailles, with telescopes provided by amateur astronomers. Bring red flashlights, blankets, binoculars and a printed star chart.
Julien Clerc is going back on tour with his cult repertoire and more than 50 years of hits. A concert for all generations, ages 10 and up.
A family photo rally in the Notre-Dame neighbourhood, around the museum: starting from the museum's paintings, participants set off in search of the places depicted to photograph them, accompanied by a fine arts teacher.
Children are invited to the laboratory of Professor Dino, the greatest dinosaur specialist, for an open day full of secrets. But the professor has disappeared: it is up to them to solve the mystery, ages 4 and up.
A puppet show in which Guignol foils the Steward's plans and saves Princess Isabelle. Ages 3 and up.
Theater workshops for children aged 9 to 11, offered at two locations in Versailles.
Two-hour workshops to discover printmaking techniques, get to know the tools and develop your own creation. An intergenerational activity to enjoy as a family, with friends or with colleagues.
Weekly theater workshop for teens ages 12 to 17: improvisation, character building, articulation, voice projection, use of space and concentration, with an end-of-season show.
A friendly moment to share between book and early childhood professionals, for babies up to 3 years old and their families.
A music workshop for little ones (0-3 years) and their parents, to gently discover the Baroque repertoire and nursery rhymes, with voice and instruments.
Theatre discovery workshop for little ones aged 4 to 6.
A storytelling event hosted by author Agnès Bertron-Martin, for children ages 4 and up.
Weekly theater workshop (outside school holidays) for ages 7-9: improvisation, building a character, articulation, voice, use of space and concentration, with an end-of-season show.
Self-guided tour of the Palace of Versailles, bring a picnic, and a workshop "1, 2, 3 Molière", where children and adults are invited to bring the famous playwright's characters to life through improvisation games.
Theatre workshop for children aged 9 to 11: improvisation, building a character, articulation, voice, use of space and concentration, with a show at the end of the season.
Stories told around various themes, for children ages 6 and up.
A friendly moment to share between book and early childhood professionals, for babies up to 3 years old and their families.
A moment to share in a friendly atmosphere between book and early childhood professionals, babies and their families.
A clay modelling workshop for children aged 4 to 10: starting from a ball of clay, they shape the different parts of an animal together and watch it take form under their fingers.
Birdhouse-making workshop, run by the student association ADN+. Open to all, children must be accompanied by an adult.
Become a super information detective and learn to analyze articles! Sign up quickly and come take on the challenge. Ages 10 to 13.
A guided tour behind the scenes of the Grande Écurie in Versailles, outside public opening hours, to discover the riders and horses who keep the château's equestrian tradition alive.
Le Be'Ding BeDingue Théâtre presents an improvisation show in which the performers alternate short sketches based on themes suggested by the audience, following categories set by the master of ceremonies.
Arnaud Tsamère is back on stage with a 5th one-man show, more intense than ever, for audiences aged 12 and up.
A 3 km walking lecture in Versailles, following the hydraulic networks designed under Louis XIV to supply the château's fountains. Recommended from age 12.
Three singer-musician-noise-makers sweep children into a joyful, fanciful musical whirlwind, where nursery rhymes are reworked in country, reggae, funk and many other styles. Guaranteed participation, guaranteed madness!
The media library provides PS5 and Switch 1 and 2 game consoles. Ages 7 and up.
A workshop to draw a portrait of your stuffed animal with the help of a professional illustrator, Frédéric Tessier. Two sessions to choose from, ages 5 to 101.
Well-known and lesser-known tales told by Pétronille Bernard, for young audiences aged 3 and up, in the Théâtre's Foyer. Children sit on cushions, grown-ups on the benches.
A workshop to make Halloween pop-up cards, led by Laure Galimard, for children ages 6 and up.
Come take part in a board game workshop led by "Les Fous du Roy" (card games and board games). Ages 12 and up.
Children discover Celtic mythology through La Sylphide (The Sylph) by Jean-Auguste Barre, then create a wonderful landscape in the workshop using paint and collage. Recommended from age 7.
A creative marbling workshop, decorating the edges of a book, to develop your creativity during the holidays. Ages 12 and up.
The museum's Angora cat has lost its colours! A storytelling tour followed by a creative workshop for children aged 2 to 6, accompanied by an adult, in search of colours in the museum's works.
Screenings of adapted short films and stories to listen to, to introduce little ones to the joys of cinema. Ages 4 to 6.
A special Céline Dion evening: giant karaoke on the big screen, followed by a screening of Valérie Lemercier's film Aline. Come sing and share a friendly moment.
A guided tour in Versailles about the beginnings of the French Revolution, with a focus on the royal tennis court where the founding oath was sworn. Recommended from age 10, partly outdoors.
A story walk through the historic streets of Versailles, led by a character from the Grand Siècle who tells about daily life under Louis XIV. Recommended for ages 6 and up, for families.
A guided tour of the exhibition on costume at Versailles in the 18th century, to discover the fashion trades and the outfits of the different social classes. Recommended from age 11.
Latest-generation game consoles are available, with facilitators on hand to introduce new video games. Ages 7 and up.
A painting workshop for children and adults, ages 6 and up, to draw inspiration from the colours of an autumn landscape at the museum.
A fun workshop combining building with Legos and coding, for children aged 7 to 9.
A family scent tour of the exhibition "Le costume à Versailles au XVIIIᵉ siècle" (Costume at Versailles in the 18th Century), led by a doctor with a passion for scents and a museum guide. The senses are called upon to understand the daily life of the people of Versailles 300 years ago.
A guided tour through the historic streets of Versailles to discover the street art and modern decorations hidden there. A fun and relaxed walk, recommended from age 8.
Children tour the museum to discover the works with a stranger eye, then customize the work of their choice in Halloween mode. The activity ends with a snack.
Come and discover music websites, to have fun with sounds and melodies, and create your own hit and a colourful visual sequence. Ages 7 to 10.
Come and discover or rediscover this Tim Burton classic, screened for Halloween. A showing open to ages 12 and up.
Mother Biscottine is terrified: a very greedy spirit wants to take her away to replace his sick cook. Guignol, with the children's help, finds a clever solution to her troubles. Ages 3 and up.
A shared time combining nursery rhymes, discovering instruments and sound effects, for children from 0 to 3 years old.
Animated readings in a small Japanese wooden theatre, for children aged 4 and up.
A workshop combining crafts and digital technology with Makey Makey to design a fun and clever little robot, for children aged 8 to 12.