Guided tour, film festival, storytelling … What to do in Toulouse this weekend?
The sky will be blue in Toulouse this weekend. These Saturday December 18 and Sunday December 19, 2021, Meteo France forecast sunny weather. The sun will indeed be present all day Saturday. No clouds should be on the horizon. On the other hand, a few will make their appearance on Sunday morning. The clearings will be numerous. The sky will be completely clear in the afternoon. Fog banks are expected in the evening and at night. On their side, temperatures will be cool in the morning. The thermometer will display -1 ° C on Saturday and 2 ° C on Sunday.
In the afternoon, the mercury will rise again. It will be 14 ° C maximum on Saturday and 12 ° C the next day. The weather is therefore rather ideal for these first days of the Christmas holidays. The opportunity to enjoy it with the family. There are many events in Toulouse. While many are dedicated to children, the older ones have not been forgotten. We have selected you several outings to do this weekend. You will be able to discover the pink city in the light of its Christmas lights, see or re-examine timeless works on the big screen or listen to tales at the Halle de la Machine.
Discovering the illuminations of Toulouse
The magic of Christmas has won Toulouse in recent weeks. The end-of-year festivities were indeed launched on November 26th. Between the Christmas market and the decorations, it’s time to party in the pink city. On this occasion, Paysdoc.com organize a special visit on Saturday from 6 p.m. to illuminate the evening of Toulouse. For two hours, you will see the city in a different light thanks to the lighting of the facades of its buildings and monuments.
In the program : stroll under the illuminations of the city center, discovery of small and big stories hidden under all these colors. Enough to learn more about Toulouse’s heritage, but also about the origin of our festive traditions. In particular, you will know why we decorate our living rooms with a Christmas tree. Led by a guide-lecturer, the visit is priced at 12 € per adult and 6 per child. Reservation is required. It is done online on the Paysdoc.com website. The meeting point will be communicated by email 24 hours in advance.
A festival for budding moviegoers
This is the third edition of the festival. “The Junior Cinematheque celebrates!” returns Saturday and until Wednesday to the delight of budding moviegoers. In all, five days of workshops, special sessions and activities await them at the Toulouse Cinémathèque. Young spectators can discover timeless works on the big screen like Aladdin Sunday at 4 p.m.
Some films will even be accompanied live by musicians. This is the case of The Mechanic of the General. It will air Saturday at 4 p.m. During workshops planned throughout this weekend, the children still available to bring Chaplin back to life in the company of a professional or even make a large format poster for the sessionAladdin.
First days of Asterion’s Christmas
Canceled last year because of the health crisis, Asterion’s Christmas returns to the Machine Hall. From Saturday, fairytale readings in the heat of braziers will be offered to children at 4 p.m. in front of the shop. The True Machinists tell them stories about the world of Christmas and Greek mythology. The first session is dedicated to 8-11 year olds. That of 4:45 p.m. is for 4-7 year olds.
Aside from the storytelling readings, you will be able to enjoy the last days of the exhibition on behind the scenes of the construction of the legendary Calais Dragon, go for a walk in the temple of Asterion the Minotaur or go aboard the Manège Carré Sénart. A tavern is provided in case of a little hunger. Gourmets can enjoy hot chocolate, pancakes, waffles or mulled wine. The health pass is requested.
A life-size puzzle game
Notice to fans of escape games and investigative games. The agency Granhòta you propose to participate as a team in a city game on Sunday. The scenario of this life-size puzzle game in the streets of Toulouse: “Esparez-vous du Capitole!”. “Becoming a Capitoul is your only chance to seize power and avoid big troubles in which you are stuck! Good news, the nomination of Capitouls by the Count of Toulouse is approaching!”, Says Granhòta.
The agency adds: “Your objective: access the Capitol to avoid prison. For that, it’s up to you to win the support of the Capitouls, good luck! “. You will indeed need courage. Difficult puzzles await you during the 2h30 of play. But after having worked your brains well, you will be able to enjoy a snack consisting of mulled wine or beer and a Christmas cake, offered by Granhòta. children and adults also receive a gift. The price is between 25 and 32 € depending on the number of people. Reservation is made online.
Scientific tale at the Aeroscopia museum
A very pretty scientific tale on aeronautics attending the children at the Aeroscopia museum in Blagnac on Sunday. They will be able discover the story of Vicenzo Velivolo and his friend Lisa, mechanic. They both invent bicycles, but they have a dream: to create an airplane. Through their fabulous journey, the aspiring aviators will go meet Icarus, Clément Ader and Concorde.
Some basic scientific principles of flight they will also be explained with poetry. Lasting 30 minutes, this activity is accessible from the age of seven. It starts at 3:45 p.m. It is not necessary to register to participate. Entertainment is free. It is included in the entrance fee to the museum. The health pass is required for over 12s.