Things to Do in Paris with Kids This March

Paris in March welcomes the first hints of spring, bringing longer days, and plenty of opportunities for family adventures. As the city shakes off the winter chill, parks and gardens start to bloom, outdoor cafés come to life, and there are countless ways to explore with kids. Below is my round-up of family-friendly activities and events to enjoy in Paris with kids this March. I also share a new selection each month, so you can find ideas for exploring Paris with kids all year round.

1. Watch Potted Potter at the Théâtre du Gymnase

From 30 January to 5 April 2026, the international hit Potted Potter plays at the Théâtre du Gymnase bringing a whirlwind, family-friendly parody of the entire Harry Potter saga to Paris. Already seen by over a million “Muggles” worldwide (in the UK, USA, Australia and beyond), this French-language version arrives in Paris after opening in Brussels in December 2025. Created by Daniel Clarkson and Jefferson Turner, both two-time Olivier Award nominees, the show takes on a challenge: condense all seven books into just 70 minutes. On stage, two actors throw themselves into the chaos with boundless energy. The show pokes fun at the wizarding world while celebrating what made it a global phenomenon in the first place.

A lively, laugh-out-loud theatre outing for families, recommended from age 6.

Address: 38 Boulevard de Bonne Nouvelle 75010 Paris

Dates: 30 January – 5 April 2026

Tickets: Prices start from €29 depending on the seating category. Buy your tickets here.

2. Discover K-Beauty exhibition a the Guimet Museum

From 18 March to 6 July 2026, the Guimet Museum is hosting K-Beauty, a major exhibition exploring South Korea’s beauty culture. This isn’t just about skincare trends or K-pop glamour (although those make an appearance). The exhibition traces Korean beauty standards from the 18th century to today, showing how they’ve evolved alongside the country’s history. Through paintings, historical objects, clothing, cosmetics, photographs and pop culture pieces, you get a real sense of how beauty reflects society. From the refined elegance of the Joseon Dynasty to the rise of K-pop idols and beauty influencers, the exhibition highlights how Korea’s aesthetic codes have shifted over time.

Expect a mix of historical artefacts and contemporary pieces, fashion and accessories alongside advertisements and media imagery. It’s visually rich and particularly interesting for teens (especially if there’s a K-pop fan in the house) curious about Korean culture.

Address: 6 Place d’Iéna, 75116 Paris

Dates: 18 March – 6 July 2026

Tickets: €15 adults, free for those under 26. Buy your tickets here.

3. Visit the I LOVE SUSHI exhibition

The I LOVE SUSHI exhibition (20 January – 11 April 2026) is taking place at the Maison de la Culture du Japon à Paris. Through realistic sushi replicas, life-size fish models, prints and videos, the exhibition traces sushi’s evolution from its early fermented origins in Southeast Asia to the fast-paced sushi counters of Edo (modern-day Tokyo). Visitors learn how nigiri-zushi emerged in the 19th century as a quick, affordable street food and how conveyor-belt (kaiten-zushi) restaurants in the 1950s helped make sushi a popular family outing in modern Japan. The exhibition also highlights the incredible regional diversity of sushi across Japan and its cultural importance. Alongside the displays, lectures, workshops and film screenings round out the programme.

Address: 101 bis, quai Jacques Chirac, 75015 Paris

Dates: 20 January – 11 April 2026

Tickets: Free entry

4. Become a Superhero at Batman Escape Game

If you have superhero fans at home, the Batman Escape Game Paris is a very fun outing. Located at Boom Boom Villette, this is the largest escape game in France, spread across an impressive 3,000m² fully dedicated to the world of Gotham City.

This isn’t your typical locked-room puzzle. The experience is immersive from start to finish, with detailed sets, interactive elements and even live actors bringing the Batman universe to life. For 70 minutes, you and your team step into the story, solving missions, chasing clues and navigating Gotham like the Dark Knight himself.

There are three different themed adventures, each with its own atmosphere:

• The Joker – Cooperative, playful and packed with mini-games.
• The Batcave – Gadgets, infiltration and teamwork, with two possible scenarios: will you choose the side of good or evil?
• The Riddler – Investigation-focused, full of puzzles and brain-teasers.

Practical info:

• Age: from 7 years old (under 15s must be accompanied by an adult)
• Teams: 2 to 6 players
• Duration: 70 minutes
• Price: €36 per person

It’s dynamic, interactive and ideal for families with older kids who enjoy problem-solving and a bit of theatrical flair. A great option for birthdays, rainy weekends or holiday outings.

Address: Boom Boom Villette (30 avenue Corentin Cariou, 75019

Tickets: €36 per player. Buy your tickets here.

5. Explore music at the Philarmonie des Enfants

Located in the 19ᵉ arrondissement, the Children’s Philharmonic sits at the heart of an exceptional architectural complex that brings together the Philharmonie de Paris and the Musée de la Musique. From the moment you arrive, the friendly staff make children and parents feel at ease. Each child is given a connected bracelet, essential for recording their musical creations throughout the experience and receiving them later by email. Another hit gadget is the glowing ball, which softly blinks at the end of the visit to signal that it’s time to clear the play space.

Over the course of 1 hour and 15 minutes, children aged 4 to 10 can explore music from every angle: from noise to rhythm, percussion to wind instruments, singing to dance. Every installation is designed at a child’s height, allowing for hands-on experimentation with instruments and sound. Highlights include a xylophone in the form of a marble circuit. Created by artists, these installations are as aesthetic and fun as they are educational — kids play, experiment, and learn almost without noticing.

Address: 221 avenue Jean-Jaurès, 75019 Paris

Opening hours: from 9.30am to 12.45pm and 1.30pm to 5.30pm on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays; from 10am to 1pm and 2pm to 6pm on Wednesdays and weekends.

Tickets: €16 for adults and children aged 2 and up. Free for under 2. Buy your tickets here.

6. Watch Manège at the Théâtre National de Chaillot

From 18–21 March 2026, the Théâtre National de Chaillot presents Manège, a poetic dance piece by French choreographer Julie Gouju that explores the emotions of adolescence and first love. Manège is a reflection on the intense inner world of growing up. Drawing on real testimonies from students met during her creative process, Gouju stages a piece that captures the dizzying mix of feelings we know from youth: longing, ecstasy, heartache, confusion, intensity and vulnerability. With a mix of choreography and documentary‑like honesty, the work engages both body and emotion, using movement and words to evoke that unforgettable period between about 11 and 15, when anger, joy, curiosity and passion seem to have no limits. This piece is best suited to teenagers.

Address: 1 place du Trocadéro, 75116 Paris

Dates: 18-21 March 2026

Tickets: €24 adults, €8 for under 18. Buy your tickets here.

7. Watch HAMLET # la fin d’une enfance, at the Théâtre du Lucernaire

Until 29 March 2026, the Théâtre du Lucernaire in Paris’ 6ᵉ arrondissement is presenting HAMLET # la fin d’une enfance, an original, musical reimagining of Shakespeare’s classic through the eyes of youth. In this version, we meet Hamm, a 19‑year‑old who has just lost his father and struggles with the fact that his mother has already moved on. Refusing to leave his room, Hamm turns his personal space into a stage. With his guitar, sculpted lights, puppets, figurines, his bed, a punching bag and a soundtrack ranging from The Cure and Pink Floyd to Nick Cave and Mozart, he stages Hamlet from within his own world. Fiction and reality collide as Hamm’s room becomes a kingdom, a place where theatre becomes a form of resilience for a young person searching for meaning.

The show lasts 1h15minutes and is recommended for ages 12 and up.

Address: Théâtre du Lucernaire, 53 rue Notre-Dame-des-Champs, 75006 Paris

Dates: 21 January – 29 March 2026

Tickets: €32 adults, €10 for under 26. Buy your tickets here.

8. Visit the Musée de la Magie

If your family loves mystery, tricks, and wonder, the Musée de la Magie is the place to go. This small museum celebrates the art of magic and illusion, bringing together curiosities, optical devices, historical artifacts, and live performances that are sure to delight children and adults alike. Inside, you’ll find exhibits on the history of magic, from early trickery and automatons to the golden age of illusionists. Antique posters, optical illusions, interactive displays, and strange contraptions invite visitors to explore how magicians have captivated audiences over the centuries. One of the highlights for families is the live magic shows (often included with admission), where illusionists perform classic tricks up close, encouraging interaction and laughter. Best suited for children aged 5 and up.

Address: 11 rue Saint-Paul, 75004 Paris

Opening hours: 10.30am-7pm during the week, 2pm-7pm on weekends.

Tickets: €17 adults, €12 children (ages 3-12). Buy your tickets here.

9. Watch the latest circus show “Tempo” at Cirque d’Hiver

Each year, the Bouglione family presents a new production in the purest circus tradition at the historic Cirque d’Hiver Bouglione, and this season’s show is Tempo. Running until 8 March 2026, it’s a two-hour performance designed for all ages, recommended from 3 years old, with free entry for children under 24 months. Set beneath the beautiful dome of the Cirque d’Hiver in Paris’ 11ᵉ arrondissement, Tempo brings together classic circus disciplines with a lively, slightly offbeat energy. The programme includes aerial straps, acrobatics, juggling and impressive equestrian acts that play with balance and precision. Clowns and burlesque magicians add humour throughout, all guided by the traditional figure of Monsieur Loyal.

Address: 110 Rue Amelot, 75011 Paris

Dates: until 8 March 2026

Tickets: prices start from €22 depending on seating category. Buy your tickets here.

10. Visit “Prehistoric Planet: Discovering Dinosaurs” at the Atelier des Lumières

From 12 December 2025 until 8 March 2026, the Atelier des Lumières unveils a brand-new immersive exhibition, and this time it’s about the dinosaurs. The iconic digital art space returns with a spectacular journey into Prehistory, brought to life through images from the hit Apple TV series Prehistoric Planet. The entire space is transformed into an immersive world where dinosaurs appear in life-size scale all around you. With 360-degree projections, you move through oceans, jungles, and volcanic landscapes, guided by the deep narration of Gérard Lanvin and a powerful soundtrack created by Hans Zimmer. Kids will love spotting familiar giants like the T-Rex, velociraptors, and marine reptiles that seem to glide across the floor.

Where: 38 Rue Saint-Maur, 75011 Paris

When: until 8 March 2026

Prices: €18 adults, €11 (ages 3-11), free for under 3. Buy your tickets here.

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