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Mantes Medieval Festival 2026: the free Middle Ages celebration in Yvelines returns.

La Médiévale de Mantes transforms the city center of Mantes-la-Jolie, in Yvelines, into a medieval town on Saturday, October 17, 2026 for the 576th Onion Fair: knights, tales, encampments and an artisan market, all free of charge.

Puzz, a Paris-based puzzle-focused café-bar — unwind, drop-in sessions and timed challenges

Puzz, a puzzle-themed café-bar in Paris’s 2nd arrondissement, has been blending relaxation with timed challenges since September 12, 2026. A spot where beginners and enthusiasts piece together their puzzles, solo or in groups, over a drink.

Halloween 2026 at La Défense: a haunted maze and free workshops

Halloween comes to Paris La Défense with a zombie‑filled haunted maze, pumpkin‑carving workshops, and a free makeup booth, to be enjoyed with the family on October 30 and 31, 2026 in Hauts-de-Seine.

Courbevoie, Levallois, Montrouge: Hauts-de-Seine flea markets this weekend

The Arche flea market and its 250 exhibitors set the tone for a busy Sunday in Hauts-de-Seine (92), where flea markets and garage sales will take over on October 10–11, 2026, from Colombes to Clamart.

Brie-Comte-Robert Medieval Festival 2026: our photos and video from the celebration

La Médiévale de Brie-Comte-Robert drew crowds under sunny Seine-et-Marne skies for its 27th free edition, held October 3–4, 2026. Troubadours, druids and minstrels flooded the town center: we were there, and here’s a visual snapshot.

Fontainebleau's guinguette: L'Orangerie marks its closing weekend

The L’Orangerie guinguette in Fontainebleau is winding down its season on the theater square in Seine-et-Marne. DJ night, ping-pong and a final aperitif: its inaugural season wraps up in a festive two-day finale on October 3–4, 2026, with free entry.

Sobo, a vegetarian restaurant with Asian-inspired flavors in Paris's 17th arrondissement

Sobo, the new vegetarian restaurant in Paris’s 17th arrondissement offering Asian-inspired flavors, opens with a quirky idea: vinyl records spinning as you bite into 100% plant-based rolls. Whether you love taking your taste buds on a journey by spotlighting vegetables and other plant-based ingredients, or you’re just looking to have a good time, here’s the address.

Science Festival 2026: the program in Savigny-le-Temple (77)

The Science Festival makes its return this October 2026: so head to Savigny-le-Temple (77) to discover the grand Science Village set up for the occasion.

150th Anniversary Expo and StreetArt Denfert: the massive free street-art exhibition unfolds.

The 150th Expo and StreetArt Denfert reveal themselves in the former Zara store at Denfert-Rochereau, Paris 14th arrondissement. We caught a sneak preview of this enormous, free street-art exhibition, on offer from October 3 to 25, 2026. Note that access requires free registration—book your tickets now!

Science Festival 2026: hands-on activities and science communication at Saint-Louis Hospital

Saint-Louis Hospital is lining up a busy program for the 2026 Science Festival, running from October 2 to 12, 2026. Focusing on health and research, come and see how a drug is developed and how cancer is treated...

Science Festival 2026: activities and the science village in Champs-sur-Marne

From October 2 to 12, 2026, the Fête de la Science is making its grand return. Over in Champs-sur-Marne, the event will take place at the Cité Descartes, with the setup of a major science village.

Fat Belly, the crispy Asian rotisserie that's got the Marais drooling

New to the Marais, Fat Belly has everything it takes to become the new hotspot for food lovers. Roasted meats, house-made noodles and decadent desserts are all on the menu.

Hot Bingo: Patsy Magret's drag bingo makes a comeback at Speechless Bar in Paris

Patsy Magret's Hot Bingo returns to the Speechless Bar in Paris's 11th arrondissement on Thursday, October 8, 2026. A drag show, a quiz, and bingo headline this second episode of season 3, featuring a prevention segment led by ENIPSE Île-de-France.

Paris Games Week 2026: three exclusive evenings at the Paris Dome from October 22 to 24

Paris Games Week takes over the Dôme de Paris with three brand-new late-night evenings to ignite the passion of video-game fans from Thursday, October 22 to Saturday, October 24, 2026. An event bringing together players and content creators in the heart of the 15th arrondissement to extend the show experience through orchestral concerts, live role-playing, and exclusive performances.

Supergrec, the Greek tavern where you can feast in the Sentier

Two years after Ypseli, Delphine and Symeon Kamsizoglou unveil Supergrec, their new Greek tavern in the 2nd arrondissement where you can savor meze, hearty slow-cooked dishes, and products sourced directly from Greece. A no-frills spot!

Le Petit Brochant, Jean-Baptiste Ascione's new brasserie in the Batignolles.

Jean-Baptiste Ascione opens Le Petit Brochant with his partner Mendel Uzzan, in the heart of the Batignolles. This new brasserie in the 17th arrondissement offers French cuisine, pairing roguish classics with ingredients treated with care and generous cuts to share.

Fougue, the new all-day brasserie from Fuga at Beaupassage

At Beaupassage in the 7th arrondissement of Paris, Fougue is the new brasserie from FUGA, lining up generous French cuisine led by chef Fanny Herpin, in a space designed for living from morning to night.

Château de Dampierre: we visited the Pompadour’s Enchanted Garden.

The Enchanted Garden of Pompadour, followed by the Masquerade, transformed the Dampierre-en-Yvelines estate into an 18th-century backdrop this Saturday, September 26, 2026. A costume-clad garden party, a horse show and a masked ball. Here are the images from this inaugural edition, a premiere that sent time traveling.

October in the parks of Seine-Saint-Denis: autumn makes its way to the great outdoors!

Looking for a scenic outdoor stroll near Paris, a free outdoor activity, or a peaceful spot to exercise away from the city's hustle and bustle... There's definitely a park in Seine-Saint-Denis that's perfect for you!

WYRD: the tabletop role-playing festival at Cité Fertile in Pantin

The WYRD festival lands at Cité Fertile in Pantin on October 11, 2026. On the program: on-stage tabletop role-playing games, starter sessions, talks, and meet-and-greets with independent creators.