This guide highlights scheduled outings and the current top picks. For a more complete view of the calendar, also check out our guide to Paris events on Thursday, October 8, 2026.
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Strike and protests on October 8, 2026 in Paris: daycares, school canteens, fuel, high schools — the latest
The high-school protests continue in Paris and Île-de-France with a call for an Act IV this Thursday, October 8, 2026, backed by several unions, on the same day that nurseries and TotalEnergies workers are also striking. [Read more]
Oktoberfest 2026 at Digital Village: Concerts, beers, currywursts and entertainment.
Oktoberfest 2026 comes to Paris’ 13th arrondissement! The Café du Village at Digital Village is hosting an evening on Thursday, October 8, 2026, featuring beers, currywurst with fries, a live concert, and plenty of activities. [Read more]
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. [Read more]
Science Festival 2026: immerse yourself in an immersive experience at the heart of food in Créteil
From October 2 to 12, 2026, the Science Festival unveils a new edition: at Créteil’s IUT, an unusual experience is on offer, open to anyone aged 15 and up. [Read more]
Ed O’Brien of Radiohead in concert at Paris’s Salle Pleyel in October 2026
Ed O’Brien, Radiohead’s indispensable guitarist, announces a solo tour with a stop in Paris this fall. Catch the British musician live at the Salle Pleyel on Thursday, October 8, 2026. Ed O’Brien will use the occasion to premiere his second solo opus, titled "Blue Morpho." [Read more]
Queen: The band's 1986 Budapest concert to be shown as a one-off cinema screening this fall
Queen fans are set to hit the cinemas on Thursday, October 8, 2026 to catch, in a one-off screening, the British band's Budapest live performance from July 27, 1986. That show still stands as the biggest stadium concert ever staged in Hungary. [Read more]
The Photo & Video Fair 2026 in Paris: snag your free invitations with our code
The Salon de la Photo returns under the name Salon Photo & Vidéo. This major annual event is a must-attend for photographers, videographers, enthusiasts and professionals. Discover the program for this event, taking place from October 8 to 11, 2026 at the Grande Halle de la Villette. Admission is free with our code SORTIR26, to be entered at the time of online booking. [Read more]
Jean Paul Gaultier opens an experiential fragrance pop-up in Paris's 1st arrondissement
Jean Paul Gaultier scents the Halles with La Favorite. From October 8 to 11, 2026, the Canopée terrace will host a free pop-up designed as an experiential stroll through fragrances, delicacies, décor and an interactive game. [Read more]
Science Festival 2026 in Guyancourt (78): the Versailles Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines Observatory’s highlights
The 2026 Science Festival makes a stop at the Versailles Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines Observatory in Guyancourt on October 12. To date, no specific event has been announced, and the program remains subject to change. [Read more]
Cofee: the street artist presents "Anima", a free-to-attend solo exhibition in Paris
This autumn, street artist Cofee takes over a gallery in Paris’s 4th arrondissement to present his new solo show. Titled “Anima,” the free installation will showcase about twenty original works to view from Thursday, October 8 to Sunday, October 11, 2026. [Read more]
The Hunger Games costumes go on display at the Rodin Museum — our photos
The Hunger Games costumes are on display in Paris. On October 7 and 8, 2026, the Rodin Museum will present Elegance Is Authority, an installation exploring Panem’s style and featuring several pieces tied to the upcoming film Sunrise on the Harvest. [Read more]
Oral-B's Dental Health Mission: the free tour stops in Paris and Île-de-France.
Sponsored - From September 29 to October 17, 2026, Oral-B’s Dental Health Mission will offer a free program across Île-de-France focused on oral hygiene. [Read more]
Montmartre Harvest Festival 2026 in Paris — here's what's in store for you.
Montmartre’s Harvest Festival returns to the heights of the hill in Paris from Wednesday, October 7 to Sunday, October 11, 2026, with a program packed full of unmissable festivities. Taste Trail, grand parade, closing ball, and of course visits to the famous vines. Here’s what awaits you in Montmartre in the coming days. [Read more]
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! [Read more]
Exhibition Viva la Bride!: Dresses, Traditions and Contemporary Art at the Arab World Institute
The Arab World Institute invites us to a celebration, and not just any celebration... Step into the Maghreb’s wedding universe with a vibrant exhibition on view from September 29, 2026 to February 28, 2027. [Read more]
Monet, Painting Time: our photos from the blockbuster exhibition at the Orangerie Museum
Light and the seasons set the rhythm for "Monet, Painting Time," the Claude Monet exhibition at the Musée de l’Orangerie in Paris, running from September 30, 2026 to January 25, 2027. From landscapes to Water Lilies, the itinerary traces his quest to capture time on canvas. [Read more]
Science Festival 2026: what activities are planned on the Sorbonne campuses?
From October 2 to 12, 2026, Sorbonne University’s campuses will take part in the Fête de la Science, offering a program of activities for all ages. Expect lectures, hands-on experiments, encounters with researchers, and science trails throughout the event. [Read more]
Montmartre Harvest Festival 2026: 5 must-see events in the 18th arrondissement
Montmartre’s Harvest Festival makes a major comeback in Paris’ 18th arrondissement! What’s on the menu? A raft of sociable outings and offbeat deals to experience from Wednesday, October 7 to Sunday, October 11, 2026. An urban symphony, a taste trail, a grand parade, and the playful ceremony of no-marriage proposals... Here are 5 must-see events for this new edition—the 93rd edition—of the Fête des Vendanges de Montmartre. [Read more]
Metro and RER updates: closures, work, and demonstrations in Paris this Thursday October 8, 2026
In a flash, get all the latest updates on traffic and transportation in Paris, refreshed in real time. Whether it's the Metro, RER, or Transilien services operated by RATP, construction work, ongoing circulation, major events, or demonstrations — we provide all the essential information you need before heading out in Paris this Thursday October 8, 2026. [Read more]
Metro, RER, Transilien: Demonstrations and Disruptions from October 5 to 11, 2026
Public transport in Paris and the Île-de-France region will be disrupted from October 5 to 11, 2026, with six metro stations closed for the high school and university student demonstration on Tuesday, October 6, and three lines out of service on Sunday—the day of the Paris 20km race and ongoing works on the RER and Transilien networks. In short, a busy week lies ahead. [Read more]
Paris swings from 25°C to 15°C in two days: the weather forecast for October 5–11
The weather in Paris and Île-de-France delivers one last summer uptick at the start of the week, before rain returns and a genuine autumn chill settles in through Sunday, October 11, 2026. [Read more]
End of paper tickets: how to travel when visiting Paris, alternative solutions
Since November 5, 2025, paper tickets have been phased out in stations and train stations in the Paris region. This may be unsettling for travelers passing through the capital. Whether you're a tourist or an occasional visitor, we'll guide you through the different options. Rest assured, between the Passe Navigo Easy, Liberté+, the Île-de-France Mobilités app, and contactless payment on buses, you'll be spoiled for choice when it comes to getting around Paris. Follow the guide to find out which options are the most affordable for your needs. [Read more]
Grève des pompiers : a notice filed for September 8 to October 20, 2026
Professional firefighters file a national strike notice spanning September 8 to October 20, 2026, and vow to keep up the pressure on the government after a summer marked by megafires and anger that shows no signs of abating. [Read more]
Metro Line 8: République station closed for nine months starting Wednesday.
The coming months look set to be challenging for many riders on Paris's Line 8 metro. From Wednesday, July 22, 2026, République station will no longer be served due to renovation work. [Read more]
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On October 8, 2026
