PARIS
1. Balloon exhibition: Euphoria
This interactive balloon exhibition Euphoria (balloon museum) is the largest of its kind in the world and an absolute must-visit with young kids. Explore 20 balloon-themed artworks around Paris’ beautiful Grand Palais, from balloon-filled rooms, to inflatable obstacle, to probably the largest ball pit you’ve ever been in.
When: Now until September 7th 2025
Where: Grand Palais, Paris – 8th arrondissement
2. Disney100 Exhibition
Explore the world of Disney at this interactive exhibition: Disney100 , celebrating 100 years of the famous cartoon enterprise. Best for kiddies from 3+, who will enjoy watching loads of cartoons through the ages – it’s all there! From Mickey, the Aladdin, to The Lion King, Mary Poppins. Take a selfie with Goofy at the end, then sit and do your own Disney colouring to take home. Bear in mind, the exhibition is mainly screens, so if you don’t do TV with your kids yet, this may not be for you!
TIP: Queues can be a bit of wait in the beginning to get in, so be sure to use the toilets outside first, and aim to come as early as possible, e.g 9am, (or lunchtimes in France between 12-1 are usually also quiet times to queue skip too!)
TIP: Tickets are cheaper during terms times
When: Now until October 2025
Where: Porte de Versailles, 15th Arronissement
3. Festivals du Parc Floral – musical festival for kids
Festivals du Parc Floral is a music festival just for kids, (from 4+). Although many events are for kids 6+, there are a few workshops 4 year olds + can enjoy too – check out the Festivals du Parc Floral programme here.
When: From 25 June-3 September 2025
Where: Parc Floral, 12th Arrondissement
4. La Vasque de Paris 2024 / Olympic Caldron 2024
The Paris 2024 Olympic & Paralympic Vasque 2024 (cauldron) is back in the Jardin du Tuileries this summer. It’s free to visit – but even better this time, you don’t need to book in advance to enter the Vasque zone in the park – just rock up!
TIP: There’s also lots of other cool things to do at The Tuileries with kids under 6, from outdoor trampolines, to a playground, and the interactive kids room at Musee de L’Orangerie.
When: June 21st-September 14th 2025
Where: Jardin du Tuileries
5. Tuileries Funfair / Fête de l’été à Paris
There’s 60+ attractions to enjoy at this central Paris funfair. Although the surroundings are stunning, do bear in mind prices are as sky high as the rides (around 5-6 euros a go). So if you’re on a budget, steer the little ones away to the carousel in The Tuileries instead (it’s a bit more budget friendly at 3 euros a ride).
When: June 22 to August 24, 2025. Weekdays: 11am-11.45pm. Fridays, Saturdays and public holiday eves: 11am-0.45am.
Where: Jardin du Tuileries
Cost: Entry to the funfair is free – charge for rides and attractions
6. Family swimming in the Seine at Grenelle
Facing the Ile aux Cygnes with views of the Eiffel Tower is this pop up secure pool – a very suitable swimming option for families and young kids.
Highlights include:
– Cool wooded area on the quay
– Supervised swimming and controlled water
– Changing rooms, showers, toilets available on site
When: 5th July-31st August.
Monday to Friday: 10am-4:45pm. Saturday: 10am-12pm / 12:30pm-2:15pm. Sunday: 2:45pm-5:30pm
Where: Riverside at Grenelle (15th arrondissement)
There’s no missing out on beach fun in Paris over the summer, with pop-up beaches all along the Seine during the months of July and August. This year with a Brazilian theme Find out more via sotirparis.com
When: July 5 to August 31
Where: Parc Rives de Seine, Bassin de la Villette and Canal Saint-Martin back, along with three new swimming spots for 2025 Bras Marie, Bras de Grenelle (15th) and Quai de Bercy (12th).
8. Free outdoor swimming pool in the 20th arrondissement
Head over to Centre sportif Louis Lumière and cool down this summer in the free outdoor swimming pool, equipped with a solarium area with deckchairs and parasols for escaping the heat with little ones.
When: July 5 to August 31, 2025. Monday to Saturday , 10am to 9pm, and Sundays and public holidays, 10am to 6pm
Where: Centre sportif Louis Lumière, 20th arrondissement
9. Kid friendly Paris museums
On a rainy day, head to these kid-friendly museums in Paris, from The Louvre, to Musee D’Orsay – there are secret playrooms at all these famous institutions!
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La Fête des Loges – Saint-Germain-En-Laye
Set in the forest at Saint-Germain-En-Laye, is this dynamic brand new festival La Fête des Loges hosts all sorts of attractions, from hook-a-duck, to baby rides and a baby circus to keep the kids busy all summer long.
When: 27th June-17th August 2025
Where: Saint-Germain-En-Laye forest, Avenue des Loges (RN 184),
78100
Cost: Free Entry (pay for rides)
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