Photo : Pierre Morel
Children's Philharmonic
Forget boring music lessons and bring your little ones to an interactive playground where sounds become tactile toys. From exploring the science of vibrations to geeking out over nostalgic 8-bit video game soundtracks, this experience turns every child into an active composer in an immersive, playful setting.
Philharmonie de Paris (Paris 19th)
About
The Philharmonie des enfants at the Philharmonie de Paris offers an interactive journey designed for children from 4 years old. Through five distinct thematic areas featuring over thirty intuitive installations, visitors explore sound phenomena, musical instruments, and the human body as a source of rhythm. From April 3 to August 30, 2026, the experience highlights the world of retrogaming, focusing on 8-bit sounds, iconic video game music, and the works of artist Cartridge 1987. Featuring costumes, a photo booth, and hands-on experiments, this paid experience invites families to discover the expressive power of music in a playful and creative environment.
Play area to explore
The activity path is composed of five thematic universes and around thirty intuitive, hands-on installations that invite children to freely discover the superpowers of music: sounds and sound phenomena, how instruments work, the experience of musicians, the body as an instrument, or music as a language and means of expression.
Sound Park
This summer, a sound park will be set up outside the Children's Philharmonic.
A large, free-access musical and sports play area offering a unique collective experience for visitors.
An ideal preview before discovering the Children's Philharmonic!
Our take on this event
Located in the 19th arrondissement, the Philharmonie des enfants is a space dedicated to musical discovery for children aged 4 and up. The permanent exhibition features five thematic worlds where thirty interactive installations allow youngsters to experiment with sound, learn how instruments function, and express themselves through music. This hands-on approach encourages freedom of movement and spontaneous musical engagement for both children and their accompanying adults.
Between April 3 and August 30, 2026, the venue hosts a special focus on retrogaming to coincide with the Video Games & Music exhibition. Visitors can dive into the world of 8-bit sounds, discover the compositions of featured artist Cartridge 1987, and enjoy surprises such as costumes and a photo booth. Please note that while this experience complements the Video Games & Music exhibition, a ticket for the Philharmonie des enfants does not grant access to the exhibition itself.
The venue is open from September 1, 2021, to August 31, 2027. Attendance is subject to a fee and requires prior booking. Families are encouraged to plan their visit in advance to enjoy all the interactive stations available throughout the parcours.
