Les Rencontres du Ciel et de l'Espace is a major event for the astronomical community, both professional and amateur, held every two years in even-numbered years at the heart of the Cité des Sciences. As usual, the 15th Rencontres du Ciel et de l'Espace will be held in Paris.
From November 13 to 15, 2026, the French Astronomy Association and the Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie present a new edition of the Rencontres du Ciel et de l'Espace. This rich and intense event offers 150 conferences, round tables, forums and workshops to satisfy everyone's curiosity.
For 3 days, a flea market, conferences, round-table discussions, forums and workshops enable the public to learn more about the world of astronomy and discover the latest innovations.
Three ticket formulas are available: 1, 2 or 3 days at 15, 23 and 31 euros (full rates). Access includes the Rencontres du ciel et de l'espace events and exhibitions at the Cité des sciences et de l'industrie and its Planetarium.
In the meantime you can watch and rewatch last year's conferences and discover the program on the AFA website.
Check our list of hotels near the Cité des Sciences - la villette - Paris 19. You can also book a room in a hotel along the Paris metro line 7 (access near the Cité des Sciences) or on the other side of the ring road, a few minutes away from the hotels in Pantin or Bobigny.
If you want to spend less money on the reservation and save up for your trip you can book a bed in a hostel.
Getting there
Porte de la Villette Corentin Cariou
Porte de la Villette Ella Fitzgerald Canal Saint-Denis
Tarif de base - Adulte plein tarif : From 15 € to 31 € 
