This summer, Toulouse is brimming with activities, each more appealing than the last. Exclusive exhibitions, candlelit concerts, shows, movies, festivals, evenings on outdoor terraces, open-air dance halls…Summer 2026 will be hot and packed with activities. Discover our summer selection of great things to do during your summer vacation in Toulouse right here.
To infinity and beyond at the Cité de l’Espace! With real spacecraft, life-size replicas of the Mir space station, and immersive experiences, this science park plunges you into the heart of space adventure. Here, you can see real moon rocks, learn about the lives of astronauts on the ISS, or even test your skills on an ultra-realistic lunar mission with the LuneXplorer. Add to that a next-generation planetarium, an IMAX theater, and exhibits on Mars and the latest space missions, and you’ve got a fun and captivating experience!
Connect with nature on a 1-hour stand-up paddleboarding trip on the Garonne. A unique chance to improve your balance and find inner peace on the water. Open to beginners and experienced paddlers alike. You know what to do: bring your swimsuit, sunscreen, and a positive attitude, and let your stress melt away on this stand-up paddleboarding trip! Here’s a fun activity to try with friends this summer in Toulouse!
Céline Dion, Jean-Jacques Goldman, Imagine Dragons… A superb lineup awaits you all summer long with theCandlelight concerts! Whether outdoors or in exceptional venues throughout Toulouse, let yourself be swept away by the magic of music by the simple glow of candles!
Not long ago, we shared our list of the best rooftops, promising evenings full of fun and cool vibes in Toulouse! But what about the open-air cafés to (re)discover this summer in the “Pink City”? Check out these splendid open-air cafés where we can’t wait to hang out in Toulouse. The great outdoors, string lights, and a wonderfully friendly atmosphere—we say yes, yes, yes!
Let yourself be swept away by the enchanting atmosphere of a jazz club for an evening. At The Jazz Room, leave your daily routine behind and immerse yourself in the cozy ambiance of New Orleans’ greatest jazz clubs…without leaving Toulouse. Performed by talented musicians,the great classics of jazz, swing, and blues come to life in an intimate setting, where every note invites you to relax. With improvisations, catchy rhythms, and a warm atmosphere, this immersive experience is the perfect opportunity to treat yourself to a musical escape in August, whether you’re a jazz lover or simply curious to discover an extraordinary show.
Celebrate the 7th Art and summer with the return of the Toulouse Cinémathèque’s outdoor movie series
As it does every year, the Toulouse Cinémathèque’s outdoor film festival is back for another summer. From July 8 to August 29, a host of cult classics (E.T., 12 Angry Men, Ocean’s Eleven, American Graffiti, La Piscine, and even The Matrix…) are on the schedule, to be enjoyed while comfortably lounging in a deck chair. A lineup to enjoy without moderation!
That’s it—we’ve found THE new attraction of the summer for you! A gigantic maze opened its doors in 2025 in Castelmaurou, a few kilometers northeast of Toulouse. This maze, created across no less than 4 hectares of cornfields, is a fun activity you absolutely must try!
In Toulouse, the Halle de la Machine is promising a summer of 2026 brimming with shows, exhibitions, and free concerts. From July 10 to August 29,the Aéroflorale II, rides on the Minotaure, and storytelling sessions will set the pace for the days. In the evenings, Halle Night Long will take over with eclectic, free-admission concerts every Friday and Saturday. A program blending imagination, mechanics, and music to bring the Halle to life all summer long!
Sing and dance at the Rose Festival
Organized by rappers Bigflo & Oli, the Rose Festival in Toulouse has become a must-attend event for music fans. This year’s edition will take place at the MEETT, right near downtown, from August 27 to 29, 2026. The eclectic lineup features headliners such as Aya Nakamura, L2B, DJ Snake, and Zaho—but that’s not all. Bigflo & Oli will also deliver a special performance. The festival grounds will feature art installations and relaxation areas suitable for the whole family.
A portmanteau of “glamour” and “camping,” glamping is THE new way to travel that everyone’s talking about. Want a getaway in nature, but pitching a tent, shared bathrooms, and mosquitoes aren’t really your thing? Then glamping is for you! Who hasn’t dreamed of sleeping under the stars, surrounded by nature, or high up in the treetops? Toulouse Secret has rounded up the most beautiful glamping spots around Toulouse just for you!
Parisians have Paris Plages; Toulouse residents have Toulouse Plages. Just like every summer, this free festival returns to the Prairie des Filtres with a host of refreshing activities and entertainment. This year’s lineup includes pétanque, beach volleyball, dance parties, a water play area, and a space for the little ones. However, swimming in the Garonne is still off the table this summer!
