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What’s on this week? Best Events in Paris this week 13th-19th July

Paris heatwave: It’s HOT HOT HOT in Paris: How to keep cool with young kids in the capital this week

The temperatures are reaching around 35 degrees this week in Paris! But don’t worry there’s lots of ways to keep cool with kids. Check out the Tots 2026 Heatwave Guide to Paris with kids HERE

You can also locate all the best Paris heatwave cool down spots on the Premium baby & toddler map

La Fête des Tuileries

Age suitable for 👶 2–3 | 🧒 4–6+

This traditional funfair fills the Jardin des Tuileries with classic rides for all ages, including, a giant Ferris wheel, carousels, trampolines, bumper cars and sweet treats like churros, crêpes and candyfloss. It’s a fun stop after exploring the Louvre or Tuileries Garden, with attractions for all ages.

GOOD TO KNOW: Most rides at the funfair are on the pricier side (many are around €5 or more). If your little ones are just after a carousel ride, head to the Tuileries Carousel just around the corner – it’s €3 per ride (or even cheaper if you buy a pack of tickets).

☔ Rain-safe: No, everything is outside
⏱️ Duration: 1–3 hours – team it up with an explore of the Tuileries gardens
😴 Nap-friendly: Good for stroller naps around the gardens, but it’ll be noisy right at the fairground
🍼 Stroller-friendly: Yes, flat routes throughout the park

📅 20th June – 23rd August 2026 (daily from 11am; rides are individually priced)📍 Location: Jardin des Tuileries, 75001 Paris

Spending a day at The Tuileries or The Louvre? Find more fun things to do with kids HERE

Little Films Festival

Age suitable for 👶 3 | 🧒 4–6+

A film festival created just for young children, bringing together short animated films, gentle storytelling and family-friendly screenings. Many participating cinemas also offer adapted sessions that are shorter and less overwhelming for little ones. A great idea to have in your back pocket also in case of a rainy day or another Paris heatwave!

☔ Rain-safe: Yes, fully indoors
⏱️ Duration: Approx 45–75 minute screenings (but will vary for each show)
😴 Nap-friendly: With kid-friendly sound levels, it should be quiet enough for small babies to nap inside
🍼 Stroller-friendly: Know that strollers are not usaully permitted inside the screening room

📅 29th June – 31st August 2026 (varies by cinema)📍 Participating cinemas across Paris and France. Find out more HERE

View the schedule and locations HERE

Paris en Seine: Summer events

Age suitable for 👶 0-1 | 👶 2–3 | 🧒 4–6+

Running throughout the summer, Paris en Seine sees the transformation of parks, squares, and riverbanks across the city to summer hubs, with hundreds of free activities.

Families can enjoy activities such as:

• 🎨 Arts and crafts workshops
• 📚 Storytelling and library activities
• 🤸 Parent-and-child sports sessions (including baby rugby and mini athletics)
• 🎭 Puppet shows and family performances
• 🎵 Children’s concerts and music activities
• 💦 Water play and outdoor summer events in parks and public squares

☔ Rain-safe: Partly (some indoor activities, most events are outdoors)
⏱️ Duration: 1–3 hours
😴 Nap-friendly: Yes (easy to come and go; many events take place in parks)
🍼 Stroller-friendly: Yes (most venues are accessible, though some parks have bumpy, gravel paths)

📅 Events from Beginning of June – running all summer long.📍Various locations along The Seine, Paris, Find local events and more info HERE

L’Été du Canal

From this weekend, the canals of northeast Paris transform into giant outdoor playgrounds, with FREE and low-cost activities.

Families can enjoy activites such as:

• Waterside games
• Creative workshops
• Performances and family entertainment
• Street art
• Boat cruises
• Pop-up beaches
• Giant games

PARENT HACK: Pair the event with the playgrounds and fountains at Bassin de la Villette.

☔ Rain-safe: No (predominantly an outdoor festival)
⏱️ Duration: 2–4 hours (or a full day if combining activities)
😴 Nap-friendly: Yes (easy to stroll, picnic, and leave when needed)
🍼 Stroller-friendly: Yes (mostly flat canal paths and quays)

📅 From now until Sunday, 20th September 2026. 📍 Taking place at Canal de l’Ourcq, Canal Saint-Denis, and Bassin de la Villette. Find more info HERE

Pestacles at Parc Floral (musical festival for kids)

Age suitable for 🧒 4–6+ (but bring younger kids to shows if they can sit through a performance)

One of Paris’s best summer events for families, Pestacles is a free outdoor music festival for children held every Wednesday from late June to early September in the beautiful Parc Floral. Bring a picnic blanket and enjoy live music, musical storytelling, and interactive performances in a relaxed garden setting before exploring the park’s playgrounds, miniature train, peacocks, and botanical gardens.

NOTE: Most performances are recommended for children aged 6+, but younger siblings are welcome, and many preschoolers enjoy the music and open-air atmosphere.

*TOP SHOW FOR KIDS UNDER 6* The 8th July performance, Cette nuit une chouette m’a dit, is recommended from age 4 and is the best choice for younger children.

☔ Rain-safe: ⚠️ Partly (covered stage, but the festival is outdoors)
⏱️ Duration: 2–4 hours
😴 Nap-friendly: Yes (relaxed, picnic-style setting)
🍼 Stroller-friendly: Yes

FREE festival and shows (only park admission is charged.) 📅 From Wednesday, 24th June-2nd September 2026. 📍Parc Floral, Paris. Find more info about the festival HERE

**NEW!!** Cité des Enfants reopens at Cité des Sciences et de l’Industrie next week

Age best suitable for: 👶 2–3 | 🧒 4–6+

*Good thing to do during the Paris Heatwave*

One of Paris’s most beloved family attractions is finally back! After a major renovation, the new Cité des Enfants 2–6 ans finally reopened last week with five immersive play worlds designed to spark curiosity, creativity and early scientific thinking. The re-designed space has been created specifically for younger children, with a calmer, more intuitive layout and even a quiet zone for when little ones need a break.

Here you’ll find:

• Play construction zones
• Sensory water play
• Imaginative workshops
• Forest-themed area
• Zones to encourage building experimenting and problem-solving.

☔ Rain-safe: Yes – entirely indoors.

⏱️ Duration: 1.5-hour timed session.

😴 Nap-friendly: Yes – these relatively short morning and afternoon sessions make it easy to plan around naps.

🍼 Stroller-friendly: Yes, with accessible facilities throughout the Cité des Sciences.

MUST KNOW: Sessions are timed and must be booked in advance.

PARENT HACK: Book one of the first sessions of the day and pair it with picnic lunch and playground stop in the nearby Parc de la Villette, home to some of the best playgrounds in the city. Find it on the Tots CIty Guide Baby & Toddler Map

📍 Cité des Sciences et de l’Industrie, 30 Avenue Corentin-Cariou, 75019 Paris (Parc de la Villette) 📅 Reopening date: 9 June 2026 BOOK and more info HERE

Illusion exhibition at Grand Palais

Age suitable for: 👶 0–1 | 👶 2–3 | 🧒 4–6+

One of the most fun, immersive, and family-friendly art exhibitions in Paris this summer. Argentinian artist Leandro Erlich transforms the Grand Palais into a giant playground of optical illusions, mirror tricks and interactive installations that invite visitors to become part of the artwork.

Children can “climb” a Parisian building, explore floating boats, wander through mind-bending spaces and discover how perspective can completely change what they see.

With 14 immersive installations designed to be experienced rather than simply observed, this is contemporary art is playful, accessible (and great for fun family photos!).

☔ Rain-safe: Yes – fully indoors.

⏱️ Duration: 1–1.5 hours. Allow extra time if your children want to revisit their favourite installations (tip-off: they probably will!).

😴 Nap-friendly: Yes – easy to navigate with a stroller and plenty of visual stimulation for tiny babies.

🍼 Stroller-friendly: Yes – the exhibition is accessible for visitors with reduced mobility and works well with strollers.

💰 Tickets: Children under 5 go free. Family-friendly guided tours and children’s guides are available. 📍 Grand Palais, Avenue Winston Churchill, (8e) 📅 Now until 6th September 2026

Immersive LEGO® exhibition in Paris

Age suitable for: 👶 3 | 🧒 4–6+ (not ideal for younger kids since the bricks are small)

Bricks of Wonder brings together more than 150 incredible LEGO® creations by renowned artist Dirk Denoyelle, built from over two million bricks. Expect giant sculptures, realistic portraits, famous artworks recreated in LEGO®, interactive displays and a robotic camera arm that reveals tiny details hidden within the builds.

The highlight: A HUGE LEGO PlayZone packed with one million bricks where kids can build their own masterpieces.

📍 Espace Champerret, Hall B, 6 Rue Jean Oestreicher,(17e).

📅 Now until 16 August 2026 💰 Tickets: From €14.90 (children 4–14), under 4s go free. Family tickets available. 🔗 BOOK & more info HERE

**NEW** Just opened! Paris baby Café Otipi Auteuil

Age suitable for 👶 0-1 | 👶 2–4

Tots City Guide is already a big fan of the two ÔTIPI baby cafes – and this week there is a new baby cafe welcomed into the family – ÔTIPI Auteuil in the 16th arrondissement, Paris.

Designed especially for babies, toddlers and young children, combining a cosy coffee shop with play areas, toys and regular parent-child workshops. Unlike many cramped Paris cafés, the whole concept is built around families, making it feel genuinely relaxed and welcoming with under-6s.

GOOD TO KNOW: If it’s similar to the other ÔTIPIs, we found it’s best suited for younger kids under 4 as not loads to do for older kids.

☔ Rain-safe: Yes — fully indoors
⏱️ Duration: 1-3 hours
😴 Nap-friendly: Yes — calm atmosphere and space for babies although the buggies need to be stored away, so not possible for kids to sleep in the buggy.
🍼 Stroller-friendly: Yes — designed for families with young children, there’s storage for buggies.

📍 3 Avenue Théophile Gautier, (16e), Tuesday–Friday: 9:30am–1:30pm & 2pm–7pm Saturday: 9:30am–7pm. More info HERE

**NEW** Just opened! Paris baby Café Bulles & Billes

Ages best for: 👶 0-1 | 👶 2–3 | 🧒 4–6 | 👧 6+

Newly opened in the 9th arrondissement, Bulles & Billes baby café is a beautifully designed indoor play space in Paris for babies, toddlers (and kids up to around 10 years).

There are seven themed “bubbles” to explore including sensory play, creative workshops, soft play, music and a calm dedicated area for babies – 0–2 years.

Parents can actually sit and enjoy good coffee and pastries in the café area while the kids play.

Visits are booked in 2-hour slots, and there are stroller lockers and baby facilities on site.

☔ Rain-safe: Yes (fully indoors)
⏱️ Duration: 2 hrs per booked session
😴 Nap-friendly: Fairly good — calm baby/sensory areas + café seating
🍼 Stroller-friendly: Yes (stroller lockers + baby facilities available)

📍 Bulles & Billes, 13 Rue Sainte-Cécile, 75009 Paris (9e) 🎟️ 30% off in May to celebrate the opening! Booking: HERE

*TOP PICK* Three Little Pigs Show

Best this week for all ages 👶 0-1 | 🧒 2-3 | 👧 4-6 (suitable for all ages)

The classic fairytale in a fun, playful setting. Suitable from 1 year old. From 12euro per person.

☔ Rain-safe:Yes
⏱️ Duration: 40 mins
😴 Nap-friendly: No (buggies are left outside the main show area and show itself could be loud)
🍼Stroller-friendly: ❌ Limited (if possible bring lightweight foldable buggy or a baby carrier)

Until 26 July 2026, Théâtre Essaïon, 6, rue Pierre au Lard, (4e). Book your tickets HERE

Theatre Show: La Vie Secret Des Doudous (The secret life of doudous)

Best this week for 🧒 3–5

About: A show about what your teddies get up to when you’re not looking! From 3 years.

☔ Rain-safe: Yes

⏱️ Duration: 40 mins long

😴 Nap-friendly: Low as it’s a live theatre performance

🍼 Stroller-friendly: Limited. Strollers usually must be left at the entrance or folded as the venue is small and traditional.

Tickets from 10.95 per person! Get yours now

From 13th May-18th July 2026. à la Folie Théâtre (11è)

Other ideas in Paris this week:

Best fairgrounds

Infamous 1 euro fairground is back!

👶 2–3 | 🧒 3–5 | 👧 6+

The Au Paradis des Enfants re-opened its doors mid-February. On Spring days this fairground is a great place to head to, and even better, many rides are 1 euro a ride. Set in Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines Leisure Island there’s also loads more activities and green space to enjoy in the sunshine.

From 2 years+

The Saint-Quentin en Yvelines leisure park, Base de Loisirs de St Quentin en Yvelines, 78190 Trappes. Find more info here

Outdoor activities in Paris

Little sailing boats are back in Jardin Luxembourg and Tuileries!

🧒 3–5 | 👧 6+

Les Voiliers du Luxembourg

Around since 1890, these little miniature sail boats have been sailed on the Jardin du Luxembourg basin. It’s a super fine and affordable very ‘Paris’ activity with kids under 6. Opening for the first time this year for the April holidays, from 1st April.

Costs €6 er boat for half an hour.

Open 7 days a week (weather permitting) = 11AM- 6PM

Jardin du Luxembourg basin

Le Petit Bateaux

Open from 4th April, Tots City Guide recommends this outside activity, perfect from kids from 2 years old. Located in the beautiful Tuileries gardens right by The Louvre. Read more about fun things to do with small kids in this area.

Costs €6 per boat for ~30 minutes

Open Saturday, Sunday and during the school holidays, 11-6PM

Jardin des Tuileries (entrée Concorde), 75001 Paris. More info here

Visit the Tuileries Gardens

👶 0-2 | 👶 2–3 | 🧒 3–5 | 👧 6+

With the sunny days become rarer by the week, make the most of any sunshine strolling through the Tuileries Gardens. Here you can soak in key Paris monuments like The Louvre and Place de la Concorde. Even better, when visiting the Tuileries Gardens with young kids there are tons of activities to do there. Choose from sailing tiny sail boats, to trampolines, to carousel rides and the kiddie room at Musée de l’Orangerie. Read up on our ultimate guide to Tuileries Gardens with kids here.

Best farms

NOW OPEN: Re-launch of Ferme de La Villette

👶 0-2 | 👶 2–3 | 🧒 3–5 | 👧 6+

La Ferme de La Villette has been expanded to 15,000 m² nature and biodiversity space and is connected by a new promenade. Now families can explore the farm and gardens and meet animals like goats and rabbits.

Ferme de La Villette (19e). More info here

Best parks

Find the best parks in Paris

👶 0-2 | 👶 2–3 | 🧒 3–5 | 👧 6+

Check out the Tots City Guide top recommendations on things to do when it’s sunny in Paris an the Tots City Guide Paris Map

Paris eco parks

👶 0-2 | 👶 2–3 | 🧒 3–5 | 👧 6+

Spend a day playing in the woods at an ecopark, or playing in one of Paris’ many fantastic playgrounds.

Read the Tots City Guide to outside activities with young kids in Paris

Fruit & Veg picking around Paris

👶 2–3 | 🧒 3–5 | 👧 6+

One of the top things to near with kids near Paris that Tots City Guides recommends is fruit and vegetable picking. You can visit the following farms that are now back open for picking fun! (Be sure to check the exact opening days and times at your farm of choice. Currently open: Cueillette de Viltain Cueillette de Torfou & reopening soon in spring: Fermes Des Gally

Find more outdoor activities with kids in Paris HERE

Best rainy-day activities with kids in Paris

Check out this roundup of what to do with small kids in Paris when it rains!

Cheap kiddie cinema in Paris

🧒 3–5 | 👧 6+ (but will depend on film screenings)

Cinékids series X Forum des Images 🧒 3–5 | 👧 6+ Location: Forum des images. Tickets from 5 euros per child. (7,50 € with accompanying adults). Find out more and book here.

UGC Cinemas – cheap weekend tickets. 🧒 3–5 | 👧 6+ As part of their Les Pestacles kid’s film series, you can watch classic children’s movies for cheap on Sundays. Check out the UGC films available near you here, note more options during the weekend!

La Villette 👶 2–3 often has free cinema screening for little kids. Find more information and the latest film screenings HERE.

Cinémathèque française 🧒 3–5 | 👧 6+ Films from all over the world are shown at these kid-friendly cinema sessions 2 times per week. Can be suitable from 3 years (but this is film-dependent, be sure to check the ratings on the film before you book!) Find the programme HERE. Every Wednesday, Sunday, and during school holidays.

Best Paris Baby Cafes

👶 0-2 | 👶 2–3 | 🧒 3–5 | 👧 6+

For when it rains, need coffee, or you’re just sick of the playground! Paris has a host of baby cafes where the kids can roll around or play and you can drink and eat cake. Find the Tots City Guide Paris baby cafe guide here.

Best Theatre and puppet shows

See a Paris marionnette show

👶 2–3 | 🧒 3–5 | 👧 6+

All over Paris you can see these traditional style puppet shows. Find the most convenient for you via the Tots City Guide Paris baby and toddler map here

Watch a theatre shows for young kids in Paris – see the full round up here

Theatre Shows for young kids in Paris

👶 0-2 | 👶 2–3 | 🧒 3–5 | 👧 6+ (age suitable for depends on the show)

This month there is a host of new theatre shows for kids in Paris. From Snow White & The Seven Dwarfs, baby opera, crazy clown shows and more!

Check out theatre shows for kids under 6 here.

Best kid-friendly museums

Paris museums ideal for kids

👶 0-2 | 👶 2–3 | 🧒 3–5 | 👧 6+ (age depends on museum)

Visit an art gallery and keep the little ones entertained? Yes it is possible. Many Paris museums now host kid friendly rooms, or put on exhibitions just for children. Examples include, The Louvre, to the Louis Vitton Foundation, and Musée de l’Orangerie. Mon Jardin Fantastique at Hangar Y is a really interactive exhibition just for kids and not to be missed! Check out the Tots City Guide round up of baby and toddler friendly Paris museums here.

Discover more kid friendly activities around Paris via the Tots City Guide Paris baby map.

Tots City Guide Paris recommends the Toddler & Baby Paris travel map for loads more family-friendly ideas this week! CLICK HERE TO SEE