{"id":160364,"date":"2025-06-23T14:47:47","date_gmt":"2025-06-23T12:47:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/namaki.fr\/?p=160364"},"modified":"2025-09-02T10:54:59","modified_gmt":"2025-09-02T08:54:59","slug":"idee-sortie-en-famille-festival-off-avignon","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/namaki.fr\/en\/idee-sortie-en-famille-festival-off-avignon\/","title":{"rendered":"Avignon en famille: the Festival Off, a whirlwind of shows for young and old alike"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><div data-parent=\"true\" class=\"vc_row row-container\" id=\"row-unique-0\"><div class=\"row limit-width row-parent\"><div class=\"wpb_row row-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_column pos-top pos-center align_left column_parent col-lg-2 single-internal-gutter\"><div class=\"uncol style-light\"  ><div class=\"uncoltable\"><div class=\"uncell no-block-padding\" ><div class=\"uncont\" ><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_column pos-top pos-center align_left column_parent col-lg-8 single-internal-gutter\"><div class=\"uncol style-light\"  ><div class=\"uncoltable\"><div class=\"uncell no-block-padding\" ><div class=\"uncont\" ><div class=\"uncode_text_column\" ><p>How about making your summer vacations rhyme with culture, fun and wonder? In July, Avignon becomes Europe's largest open-air theater. The Festival Off, renowned for its richness and creativity, is increasingly making room for children and their families. Shows, workshops, games, walks... the 2025 young audience program promises to be abundant, joyful and accessible from an early age. Follow us as we take you on a tour of a festival where memories - and vocations too - are made from the corner of a stage as much as in the shade of a Provencal plane tree.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"empty-space empty-single\" ><span class=\"empty-space-inner\"><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"vc_custom_heading_wrap\"><div class=\"heading-text el-text\" ><h2 class=\"h4\" ><span>Festival Off: a must for families<\/span><\/h2><\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_custom_heading_wrap\"><div class=\"heading-text el-text\" ><h3 class=\"h6\" ><span>A major cultural event designed with children in mind<\/span><\/h3><\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"uncode_text_column\" ><p>Every July, Avignon becomes the capital of live entertainment. And for some years now, children have been king! In 2025, no fewer than 176 shows for young audiences, programmed in 70 different venues, make the Festival Off Avignon one of the biggest cultural events for families. Theater, music, puppetry, dance, circus... all the performing arts are represented, with creations designed for young audiences from 6 months upwards.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"vc_custom_heading_wrap\"><div class=\"heading-text el-text\" ><h3 class=\"h6\" ><span>The TADAMM! the place to be for little spectators<\/span><\/h3><\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"uncode_text_column\" ><p>Nestled in the heart of the city, the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.festivaloffavignon.com\/page\/village-des-enfants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Village TADAMM<\/a> ! is a space entirely dedicated to children and their families. With creative workshops, reading corners, giant wooden games, discovery stages and even a snack bar, it's the ideal place to take a break between two shows... or to extend the artistic experience in another way. Open daily (except Thursdays), from 12pm to 6pm.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"empty-space empty-single\" ><span class=\"empty-space-inner\"><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"vc_custom_heading_wrap\"><div class=\"heading-text el-text\" ><h2 class=\"h4\" ><span>Avignon, a city to (re)discover with the whole family<\/span><\/h2><\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_custom_heading_wrap\"><div class=\"heading-text el-text\" ><h3 class=\"h6\" ><span>An exceptional heritage at a child's level<\/span><\/h3><\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"uncode_text_column\" ><p>There's much more to Avignon than its festival. The city abounds in <a href=\"https:\/\/avignon-tourisme.com\/avignon-aux-1000-visages\/avignon-cite-des-papes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">treasures<\/a> to explore with your family:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The legendary Palais des Papes offers an interactive tour with Histopad (a tablet with augmented reality) and even a treasure hunt.<\/li>\n<li>As for the Pont d'Avignon, you can discover it both by song and in virtual reality.<\/li>\n<li>As for museums, don't miss the Requien Museum (complete with tyrannosaurus head cast, please!) or the spectacular Othoniel exhibition, which is on display throughout the city.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\n<\/div><div class=\"uncode-single-media  text-left\"><div class=\"single-wrapper\" style=\"max-width: 100%;\"><div class=\"tmb tmb-light  tmb-media-first tmb-media-last tmb-content-overlay tmb-no-bg\"><div class=\"t-inside\"><div class=\"t-entry-visual\"><div class=\"t-entry-visual-tc\"><div class=\"uncode-single-media-wrapper\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-160372\" src=\"https:\/\/namaki.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/avignon-1-scaled.webp\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1629\" alt=\"avignon and its festival\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/namaki.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/avignon-1-scaled.webp 2560w, https:\/\/namaki.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/avignon-1-300x191.webp 300w, https:\/\/namaki.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/avignon-1-1024x652.webp 1024w, https:\/\/namaki.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/avignon-1-768x489.webp 768w, https:\/\/namaki.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/avignon-1-1536x977.webp 1536w, https:\/\/namaki.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/avignon-1-2048x1303.webp 2048w, https:\/\/namaki.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/avignon-1-18x12.webp 18w, https:\/\/namaki.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/avignon-1-350x223.webp 350w, https:\/\/namaki.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/avignon-1-600x382.webp 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row style-color-136710-bg vc_custom_1750668948586 row-internal row-container\" style=\"padding-top: 20px ;padding-right: 20px ;padding-bottom: 20px ;padding-left: 20px ;\"><div class=\"row row-child\"><div class=\"wpb_row row-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_column pos-top pos-center align_left column_child col-lg-12 single-internal-gutter\"><div class=\"uncol style-light\" ><div class=\"uncoltable\"><div class=\"uncell no-block-padding\" ><div class=\"uncont\" ><div class=\"uncode_text_column\" ><p>\ud83d\udca1 Did you know? Avignon has been a Unesco World Heritage Site since 1995, and the city has also been one of the European Capitals of Culture since 2000. So this year marks 30 years and 25 years respectively... Two anniversaries celebrated by its \"Terre de Culture 2025\" program to be found at <a href=\"https:\/\/avignon2025.fr\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_custom_heading_wrap\"><div class=\"heading-text el-text\" ><h3 class=\"h6\" ><span>Playful experiments to prolong the magic<\/span><\/h3><\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"uncode_text_column\" ><p>Want to play detective? Try the \"Intrigue dans la ville\" treasure hunt, for children aged 6 and over, to investigate and explore the narrow streets of Avignon. The game can be purchased at the Tourist Office or at <a href=\"https:\/\/reservation.avignon-tourisme.com\/fr\/voir-et-a-faire?filter=c%3D51146&amp;sorting=st%3Da%3Bso%3Da&amp;search=t%3Dintrigue%2Bdans%2Bla%2Bville\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">its site<\/a>. Allow around three hours. And for a breathtaking view of the city of the Popes, we recommend a trip to the Barthelasse island. An island? You're probably wondering how to get there. It's easy, just hop on the free river shuttle... the perfect way to see the city from a different angle. During the festival, the shuttle runs every day from 11:00 to 20:45.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"vc_row style-color-136710-bg vc_custom_1750669947006 row-internal row-container\" style=\"padding-top: 20px ;padding-right: 20px ;padding-bottom: 20px ;padding-left: 20px ;\"><div class=\"row row-child\"><div class=\"wpb_row row-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_column pos-top pos-center align_left column_child col-lg-12 single-internal-gutter\"><div class=\"uncol style-light\" ><div class=\"uncoltable\"><div class=\"uncell no-block-padding\" ><div class=\"uncont\" ><div class=\"uncode_text_column\" ><p>\ud83d\udca1 Flooded, the Barthelasse island has resisted urbanization and offers a natural environment conducive to relaxation and strolls. Take advantage of the towpath for breathtaking views of the Pont d'Avignon, the Palais des Papes and the Rocher des Doms. Cycling fans, take a tour of the island: there are many cycle paths and... it's all flat!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"empty-space empty-single\" ><span class=\"empty-space-inner\"><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"vc_custom_heading_wrap\"><div class=\"heading-text el-text\" ><h2 class=\"h4\" ><span>Shows and workshops for all ages<\/span><\/h2><\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_custom_heading_wrap\"><div class=\"heading-text el-text\" ><h3 class=\"h6\" ><span>A rich program, from 6 months to 14 years old<\/span><\/h3><\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"uncode_text_column\" ><p>The strength of the Festival Off lies in its diversity. Toddlers can discover their first sensory shows, such as Minimus or Le Jardin de Dahi, while older children are enthralled by engaged plays, musicals and circus shows. The program is sorted by age in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.calameo.com\/festivaloffavignon\/books\/00759442612c846a5c04c\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">guide for young audiences<\/a> of the festival, from \"from 6 months\" to \"from 14 years\": ideal for finding your way around.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"uncode-single-media  text-left\"><div class=\"single-wrapper\" style=\"max-width: 100%;\"><div class=\"tmb tmb-light  tmb-media-first tmb-media-last tmb-content-overlay tmb-no-bg\"><div class=\"t-inside\"><div class=\"t-entry-visual\"><div class=\"t-entry-visual-tc\"><div class=\"uncode-single-media-wrapper\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-160377\" src=\"https:\/\/namaki.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/avignon-2-scaled.webp\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1629\" alt=\"avignon festival program\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/namaki.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/avignon-2-scaled.webp 2560w, https:\/\/namaki.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/avignon-2-300x191.webp 300w, https:\/\/namaki.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/avignon-2-1024x652.webp 1024w, https:\/\/namaki.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/avignon-2-768x489.webp 768w, https:\/\/namaki.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/avignon-2-1536x977.webp 1536w, https:\/\/namaki.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/avignon-2-2048x1303.webp 2048w, https:\/\/namaki.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/avignon-2-18x12.webp 18w, https:\/\/namaki.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/avignon-2-350x223.webp 350w, https:\/\/namaki.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/avignon-2-600x382.webp 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_custom_heading_wrap\"><div class=\"heading-text el-text\" ><h3 class=\"h6\" ><span>Workshops to awaken talent<\/span><\/h3><\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"uncode_text_column\" ><p>What if your kids became artists for a day? The TADAMM Village offers a wide range of artistic workshops! You'll also find games, discovery stages and relaxation areas for waiting between shows. There's something for everyone.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"vc_row style-color-136710-bg vc_custom_1750670164129 row-internal row-container\" style=\"padding-top: 20px ;padding-right: 20px ;padding-bottom: 20px ;padding-left: 20px ;\"><div class=\"row row-child\"><div class=\"wpb_row row-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_column pos-top pos-center align_left column_child col-lg-12 single-internal-gutter\"><div class=\"uncol style-light\" ><div class=\"uncoltable\"><div class=\"uncell no-block-padding\" ><div class=\"uncont\" ><div class=\"uncode_text_column\" ><p>\ud83d\udca1<a href=\"https:\/\/lpcressources.fr\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Les Petites Choses - Creative resourcerie<\/a> offers an origami workshop based on posters from previous seasons. A great way to have fun while making a commitment to the ecological transition.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"empty-space empty-single\" ><span class=\"empty-space-inner\"><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"vc_custom_heading_wrap\"><div class=\"heading-text el-text\" ><h2 class=\"h4\" ><span>Our tips for a successful family getaway<\/span><\/h2><\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_custom_heading_wrap\"><div class=\"heading-text el-text\" ><h3 class=\"h6\" ><span>Before you leave, think practical!<\/span><\/h3><\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"uncode_text_column\" ><p>The cultural offer is dense... so it's best to get organized. The guide for young audiences is available in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.calameo.com\/festivaloffavignon\/read\/00759442612c846a5c04c\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">line<\/a> or at festival reception points. For reduced rates, the TADAMM! card (\u20ac5 for under-14s) is a really good idea: it entitles you to discounts on shows, workshops and partners for young audiences.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"vc_custom_heading_wrap\"><div class=\"heading-text el-text\" ><h2 class=\"h4\" ><span>Get the right equipment to get the most out of your trip<\/span><\/h2><\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"uncode_text_column\" ><p>In July, the sun is beating down on Avignon. Remember to pack caps, water bottles, sunglasses... and of course, sun cream (organic and suitable for children's skin, of course \ud83c\udf1e ). A small snack, a map of the festival and a light bag will also be among your best allies. And if you're feeling tired, head to the TADAMM! Village for a well-deserved break.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"empty-space empty-single\" ><span class=\"empty-space-inner\"><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"uncode_text_column\" ><p>In Avignon, culture is everywhere, and it's a family affair. The Festival Off is a feast for the eyes, ears... and heart. It's the perfect way for children to discover the magic of live entertainment, in an enchanting setting. Your little spectators and artists will come away with stars in their eyes, with or without a show. <a href=\"https:\/\/namaki.fr\/en\/c\/kids-makeup\/sparkling-powder\/\">Glitter powder<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_column pos-top pos-center align_left column_parent col-lg-2 single-internal-gutter\"><div class=\"uncol style-light\"  ><div class=\"uncoltable\"><div class=\"uncell no-block-padding\" ><div class=\"uncont\" ><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><script id=\"script-row-unique-0\" data-row=\"script-row-unique-0\" type=\"text\/javascript\" class=\"vc_controls\">UNCODE.initRow(document.getElementById(\"row-unique-0\"));<\/script><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Et si vous faisiez rimer vacances d\u2019\u00e9t\u00e9 avec culture, jeu et \u00e9merveillement\u202f? 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