10 festivals for children to do this summer with the family

This summer, in different cities in France, families with children can take advantage of a whole host of festivals designed for the youngest. The opportunity for children to have fun, but also in some cases to learn a little more about history or the world of art. Some festivals have even become a not-to-be-missed event over the years. If you want to plan activities with your children, here are the festivals scheduled for summer 2023their dates and their programs.

1 – Little Films Festival (all over France)

If your child loves movies and cinema, this is the event not to be missed! Little Films Festival celebrates its 5th anniversary and for the occasion, the event dedicated to the screening of films for children aged 3 to 10 has planned a whole program. In more than 500 partner cinemas throughout France, special screenings and events are organized for children and their families. From June 24 to September 3, 2023. More information on the program and the cinemas participating in it on the Little Film Festival website.

2 – Abracadabra Festival (Montpellier)

THE Abracadabra-Festival is a 100% digital detox Montpellier event! Parents and their children aged 0 to 12 are invited to take advantage of various activities in a magnificent setting: circus workshops, outdoor games, a life-size treasure hunt, or even a labyrinth to explore. New this year: a space specially reserved for toddlers from 0 to 3 years old with a nursery area, a reading area and conferences on parenting for parents. Free admission, from July 1 and 2, 2023, to the Departmental Domain of Château d’Ô in Montpellier. To find out more, visit the festival website.

3 – Idéklic Festival (Jura)

THE Ideklic festival offers a double program with shows and workshops. Kids can try their hand at toddler yoga, or string puppetry, magic, theater or opera. Workshops around road safety, acrobatic dance, climbing, origami, chess, etc., are also organised. From July 12 to 15, 2023 in Moirans-en-Montagne in the Jura. The program of shows and workshops is detailed on the Idéklic Festival website.

4 – Festival Potes de Marmot’s (Hautes-Alpes)

Direction Guillestre, at the entrance to Queyras, in the Hautes-Alpes to discover the2023 edition of the Potes de Marmot’s festival. Each year, this festival brings together more than ten artistic companies that offer workshops and activities for young and old. Shows, brass bands, dances, musical walks, clown writing workshops, night walks, you will be spoiled for choice among a multitude of possibilities. If access to the festival is free, some activities may be charged. From August 22, 2023 to August 24, 2023. Upcoming program on the website and registration with the Tourist Office of the town.

5 – Summer Festival of the P’tits Futés – Darius Milhaud Theater (Paris)

This summer, in the 19th arrondissement of Paris, the festival The summer of the P’tits Futés. An event dedicated to all forms of art, theatre, puppetry, clowning, dance, music, video. For its 17th edition, the festival has planned an eclectic program throughout the summer and shows suitable for all ages, in order to awaken the minds and imaginations of children and adults. From July 10 to August 31, 2023 at the Darius Milhaud Theater: 80 allée Darius Milhaud, 75019, Paris. Information and booking on the event website.

6 – The Théâtre de Verdure holds its festival at the Shakespeare Garden (Île-de-France)

The largest open-air theater festival, The Greenery Theater of the Shakespeare Garden, returns this year. Open to all, it once again offers a varied selection of shows combining theatre, music and thought-reading for adults, but particularly for the youngest, including adapted versions of great classical works. From June 17 to September 10, 2023 in the heart of the Bois de Boulogne in Paris. Visit the site for the complete program.

7 – Place aux Mômes Festival (Brittany)

Head to Brittany for the Place aux Mômes festival. Whether you live in Plougasnou, Arzon, Cancale, Perros-Guirec or Saint-Cast-le Guildo, this fsummer 100% free traveling will come to you throughout the summer. All the shows take place outdoors and are accessible to children from 3 years old and their families: song, theatre, contortion, clowns, there is something for everyone. From July 5 to August 24, 2023 on the Brittany coast. For the full program, go to here.

8 – Au Bonheur des Mômes Festival (Haute-Savoie)

Au Bonheur des Mômes festival is dedicated to performing arts is a veritable institution celebrating its 31st edition! Each year, it is renewed to offer original and varied programming for young audiences. In 2022, young festival-goers had the chance to discover live shows and enjoy a fun fair set up for the occasion. From August 20 to 24, 2023 in Grand-Bornand in Haute-Savoie. More details on the program at the end of June 2023 on This site.

9 – Arelate Festival, Roman Days of Arles (Provence)

For its 17th edition, the Arelate festival, Roman days of Arles plan to impress budding little historians! THE city of Arles is transformed for a few days so that families can live in Roman times. For the occasion, the city’s heritage is highlighted through fun workshops, songs, street performances and grandiose reconstructions, but also the distribution of peplum films and the Disney film Hercules. All this in a setting unique in the world, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site: the ancient theater and the Roman amphitheater. The festival will begin outside the walls in Saint-Rémy-de-Provence on August 13 and will continue in Arles until August 19, 2023 in Arles. Information and program on Arelate Festival website.

10 – Kids Festival of Montbéliard (Doubs)

The kid’s festival de Montbéliard is a unique cultural, fun and educational event for children aged 18 months to 13 years. This year, for its 21st edition, travel and escape will be at the heart of the festival. The organizers have planned several theater performances, street performances, workshops and play areas. From August 24 to 27, 2023 in Montbéliard.