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13 October 2026

International Animation Day

Journée de l'animation

What better place to celebrate International Animation Day than here at the Cité!

On Wednesday 28th October, the Cité looks forward to celebrating International Animation Day to the full featuring legendary filmmakers, screenings, a creative workshop and guided tours – see you there!

What 's on:

  • At 3:00 pm, come and enjoy the "Fête animée" workshop for 5-year-olds and over for a fun-filled festive time discovering the origins of animation film. Info and reservations
  • At 6:00 pm, there will be a screening of the short film Kiki of Montparnasse, 2014 César Award for Best Animated Short Film, in the presence of Director and Screenwriter Amélie Harrault, who will whisk you away to bustling Paris, the hub of the avant-garde and surrealism. She will also screen an episode from the series she is currently directing: Les Aventuriers de l'art moderne. Info and reservations 
  • At 8:15 pm, there will be a screening of Louise by the Shore in the presence of its director Jean-François Laguionie, who will chat with the audience after the screening. Plus, some of the film's original drawings will be on display in the Musée. Info and reservations
  • What's more, for the entire day, all exhibition spaces are open to everyone for free! Just make sure to reserve your time slots to check out the Musée du cinéma d'animation and Ankama Exhibition.


Join us in what promises to be an entertaining and fun-filled day celebrating animation!