The most terrifying night of the year returns to Paris. As October 31, 2024 approaches, Halloween brings an aura of mystery to the capital, thrilling Parisians and visitors alike. Every year, we go in search of the most terrifying plans to give ourselves a good scare with our loved ones, immerse ourselves in the legends of horror and meet up at the fancy dress parties that flourish in the four corners of the City of Light.
Feel like celebrating Halloween, but your budget 's a bit tight? Don't panic: every year, there's a wide range of free events in the capital to help you enjoy a spooktacular experience without spending a fortune! Whether you take part in one of the many events on offer especially for the occasion, or discover some of the capital's most mystical spots, Paris has plenty of scares in store for you!
And above all, stay tuned: this guide is updated as we make announcements and discoveries, so don't hesitate to consult it regularly to make sure you don't miss out on any free outings to celebrate Halloween 2024 in Paris.
Halloween 2024 at the Hôtel Molitor: food, cocktails, DJ sets and fire-eaters in the 16th arrondissement
For Halloween 2024, the Hôtel Molitor transforms itself into a Haunted Mansion, welcoming you for a night of fright in the 16th arrondissement of Paris. On October 31, take in the macabre atmosphere of the capital's must-visit hotel-pool, with a DJ set, macabre decorations, fire-eaters and a Dantean feast. Dressed in costume and armed with the evening's secret code, will you dare to enter the gates of the beyond? [Read more]
Halloween 2024: a Zombis Pop evening at the musée du quai Branly
The musée du quai Branly in Paris transforms itself for Halloween and hosts a "Zombis Pop" evening! To be discovered free of charge on Thursday, October 31, 2024, this unique evening will plunge you into the world of the exhibition "Zombis. La mort n'est pas une fin?" (Death is not an end?), a pop culture and contemporary creation event! [Read more]
Halloween 2024: a free treasure hunt for children, rue de la Folie Méricourt (11th arrondissement)
Gone are the days of door-to-door candy hunts in our apartment blocks: now, in the 11th arrondissement, you can take part in a life-size treasure hunt on rue de la Folie Méricourt. [Read more]
Halloween 2024: visit a spooky haunted garden in Meaux (77)
From October 19 to November 3, 2024, Meaux's Bossuet garden will be decked out in Halloween colors: are you ready to be shivered? [Read more]
Halloween 2024 at La Felicità: fortune-teller, make-up workshop, circus and DJ sets
La Felicità is transformed into a nightmarish circus for Halloween 2024, on October 31! In the temple of Italian food in Paris's 13th arrondissement, get ready to cross paths with crazy creatures between a card-drawing session, a horror make-up workshop and wild DJ sets. Do you dare join this night of furious madness? [Read more]
Return to the Dungeon of Doom: the free immersive experience where you have to scare strangers!
Ever heard of L'Aventure Fantastique? It's the crazy experience that's set up in the basements of Paris, where role-playing, immersive theater and escape games come together. For thrill-seekers, the team invites you to go through the looking glass and become one of the characters in the story for 3 hours of free scares! [Read more]
Halloween 2024: free party for kids at the MOB Hôtel in Saint-Ouen (93)
For Halloween 2024, the MOB Hôtel in Saint-Ouen is organizing a special day for children, with a party and creative workshops. [Read more]
Halloween 2024: immersive game for children at Domaine de Madame Elisabeth (78)
Like every year, many places in Paris and the Ile-de-France region don't break the rule: at the end of October, every 31st, Halloween is celebrated in the proper way, notably at the Domaine de Madame Elisabeth, in the Yvelines département. [Read more]
The largest haunted castle in Paris 2024: Halloween Party with over 900 vampires
For Halloween, the Club Haussmann becomes once again the largest haunted castle in Paris on Thursday October 31 from 10pm to 5am! Over 900 vampires and witches expected. [Read more]
The smallest cemetery in Paris
If the Basilica of the Sacred Heart was not in the background, the Cimetière du Calvaire cemetery in Montmartre could seem to be a country cemetery. The smallest cemetery in Paris takes the few lucky visitors to an atmosphere far from the Parisian hustle and bustle. [Read more]
On the trail of Paris's most notorious criminals and serial killers
Follow in the footsteps of Paris's most notorious criminals and serial killers, in our company. From Landru to Guy Georges, the "killer of Eastern Paris", not forgetting Doctor Petiot and the Cabard and Miquelon duo, discover the dark side of the capital over the centuries and along the streets. [Read more]
Top 25 most beautiful villages and walks near Paris, nuggets in Ile-de-France
Escape around Paris with these 25 must-see getaways less than 100 km from the capital. [Read more]
The Glasswalk at Galeries Lafayette Haussmann, the hot photo spot under the store's Cupola
Galeries Lafayette Paris Haussmann unveils the Glasswalk, a 9-metre-long glass walkway on the 3rd floor of the Coupole store, suspended 16 metres above the ground. Perfect for an unforgettable shot, this spot offers a unique perspective on 120 years of history. A must for lovers of architecture and quality Instagram spots! [Read more]
The Petit Palais in Paris and its hidden treasures, the free museum, opening hours and exhibitions
The Petit Palais, home to the Musées des Beaux-Arts de la Ville de Paris, is a true architectural masterpiece. Designed by Charles Girault for the 1900 Universal Exhibition, this museum is a treasure trove. And since admission is free, you'd be wrong not to take advantage of it. [Read more]
Lesage, 100 years of fashion and decoration: the free couture exhibition at Galerie du 19M
Lesage celebrates its centenary with a free retrospective exhibition in Paris! From September 26, 2024 to January 26, 2025, visit the Galerie du 19M to go behind the scenes of this famous embroidery and weaving house, with haute couture creations and immersive installations, not to mention workshops to introduce you to the art of thread! [Read more]
We are here: the free urban art exhibition is extended at the Petit Palais - photo
You'd never expect to see urban art in a fine arts museum... And yet that's exactly what the We are here exhibition offers, on view free of charge from June 12, 2024 to January 19, 2025. [Read more]
Saint-Germain-des-Prés Church, the heart of the Latin Quarter
The beautiful church of Saint-Germain-des-Prés has been through destruction and reconstruction. Fortunately, it's still standing today. And it's one of the last vestiges of Romanesque art in Paris! [Read more]
Free platforms for watching films and series without spending a penny
With the number of platforms multiplying, it's sometimes hard to stay financially reasonable. Netflix, Amazon, Disney, Paramount, Canal+, and many others, how do you choose? Today, we're offering you an alternative that's just as good quality, but much cheaper: free streaming platforms. Here's a quick overview. [Read more]
The Bibliothèque Sainte-Geneviève, in the heart of the Latin Quarter
The Bibliothèque Sainte-Geneviève is a landmark in the Latin Quarter. Discover its history! [Read more]
The Mazarine Library, the oldest public library at the Institut de France
The Bibliothèque Mazarine is France's oldest public library, and certainly one of its most beautiful. Open to all as part of the Institut de France, it's a cultural and heritage gem well worth a visit. [Read more]
La Coulée Verte de Paris, the unusual and hidden walk from Bastille to Vincennes
Paris's Coulée Verte René-Dumont, formerly known as the Promenade Plantée, is a beautiful, little-known walk for Parisians, taking us on a verdant journey from the Bastille to the Bois de Vincennes over the Viaduc des Arts. It's an unusual and shady way to discover Paris, away from the hustle and bustle of the city. [Read more]
Happy Halloween!
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