Something strange is happening at the museum on October 29, 2026! To mark Halloween 2026, the museum of art and history Paul-Éluard in Saint-Denis, in Seine-Saint-Denis (93), invites kids and grown-ups to take part in its Nightmare Tour. In this former Carmelite convent, the mediators seem to have lost their heads, the doors creak, and shadowy figures appear in the rooms. A chance to discover local heritage from an unusual angle.
The imagined story for this animation centers on a phenomenon that would occur once a year, on Halloween night: a bizarre frenzy would seize the museum staff. Visitors are then invited to follow these guides, whose behavior is perplexing, along a route punctuated by eerie manifestations.
Behind this staging, the aim remains to reveal the museum and its collections, through a curated selection of works and stories that lend themselves especially well to the Halloween atmosphere. And the setting adds an extra dimension to the visit! Housed in the former convent buildings, the museum preserves part of the site's religious architecture while housing collections focused on the history of Saint-Denis and the fine arts.
The visit lasts about 1 hour and is tailored for a family audience starting at age 5. The animations hinge on surprises, characters, and atmospheric effects, without presenting it as a horror ride for adults only. On pricing, expect €6 for full price and €4 with a reduced rate, notably for those under 25, students, and job seekers. Since space is limited, reservation is mandatory!
A plan that pairs Halloween with a tour of a historic monument and a museum visit!
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Dates and Opening Time
On October 29, 2026
Location
Paul Eluard Museum of Art and History, Saint-Denis
22 Rue Gabriel Péri
93200 Saint Denis
Route planner
Accessibility info
Prices
€4 - €6
Recommended age
From 5 years old
Official website
musee-saint-denis.com
Booking
exploreparis.com
