What to do this Saturday in Paris? Must-see outings for October 17, 2026

Published by Julie de Sortiraparis · Photos by My de Sortiraparis · Updated on October 12, 2026 at 11:26 a.m.
What to do this Saturday, October 17, 2026, in Paris and Île-de-France? The free gaming festival Theodasium kicks off in Thiais, Architecture Days offer tours, and Monument Jeu d’Enfant invites families to discover the region’s heritage.

This guide prioritizes dated outings and the latest tips of the moment. For a fuller view of the calendar, also check out our guide to Paris events on Saturday, October 17, 2026.

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Maison Ghibli : le pop-up store officiel du studio d'animation japonais à Paris - A8AC8D84 B566 44BC 979F A8C8448B8CECMaison Ghibli : le pop-up store officiel du studio d'animation japonais à Paris - A8AC8D84 B566 44BC 979F A8C8448B8CECMaison Ghibli : le pop-up store officiel du studio d'animation japonais à Paris - A8AC8D84 B566 44BC 979F A8C8448B8CECMaison Ghibli : le pop-up store officiel du studio d'animation japonais à Paris - A8AC8D84 B566 44BC 979F A8C8448B8CEC Maison Ghibli: 2026 pop-up at Les Halles, opening hours and what’s new
The official Ghibli House pop-up store is back in Paris, in the Halles district. New plush toys, Japanese ceramics, and Joe Hisaishi vinyl records await discovery from October 17, 2026 to January 3, 2027. [Read more]

Les Médiévales de MantesLes Médiévales de MantesLes Médiévales de MantesLes Médiévales de Mantes 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. [Read more]

Habibi Love à Paris : la soirée qui mixe raï, chaâbi et Arabic HouseHabibi Love à Paris : la soirée qui mixe raï, chaâbi et Arabic HouseHabibi Love à Paris : la soirée qui mixe raï, chaâbi et Arabic HouseHabibi Love à Paris : la soirée qui mixe raï, chaâbi et Arabic House Habibi Love in Paris: a night that fuses raï, chaâbi and Arabic House.
Raï, chaâbi, Amazigh rhythms, Arabic House and Arab Tech: Habibi Love stages a dialogue between North African and Middle Eastern classics, family memories and new electronic sounds on the Paris dancefloor. Next rendezvous at La Folie on October 17, 2026. [Read more]

Journées de l'architecture 2026 : explorez la surprenante pyramide du Théâtre Silvia Monfort à ParisJournées de l'architecture 2026 : explorez la surprenante pyramide du Théâtre Silvia Monfort à ParisJournées de l'architecture 2026 : explorez la surprenante pyramide du Théâtre Silvia Monfort à ParisJournées de l'architecture 2026 : explorez la surprenante pyramide du Théâtre Silvia Monfort à Paris Architecture Days 2026: step inside Claude Parent's pyramid in Paris
Slanted planes, a pyramidal roof and bold design: explore the Théâtre Silvia Monfort in the 15th arrondissement during the 2026 edition of the Journées de l’architecture. [Read more]

Jean TexierJean TexierJean TexierJean Texier Ephemeris of October 17: The massacre of Algerians thrown into the Seine
On October 17, 1961, a peaceful demonstration organized by the National Liberation Front in support of Algeria's independence was brutally suppressed. In a single night, between 30 and 200 Algerians were killed and dumped into the Seine. [Read more]

Journées de l'Architecture 2026 : découvrez le riche passé du Théâtre Silvia Monfort à ParisJournées de l'Architecture 2026 : découvrez le riche passé du Théâtre Silvia Monfort à ParisJournées de l'Architecture 2026 : découvrez le riche passé du Théâtre Silvia Monfort à ParisJournées de l'Architecture 2026 : découvrez le riche passé du Théâtre Silvia Monfort à Paris Architecture Days 2026: take a tour of the Cœur des Sources construction site in Saint-Germain-en-Laye
The city of Saint-Germain-en-Laye is taking part in the 2026 edition of Architecture Days and invites you to discover the Cœur des Sources construction site on Saturday, October 17. [Read more]

What kicks off this Saturday

Halloween 2026 à Aventure Floreval (91) : labyrinthe hanté et accrobranche nocturne en forêtHalloween 2026 à Aventure Floreval (91) : labyrinthe hanté et accrobranche nocturne en forêtHalloween 2026 à Aventure Floreval (91) : labyrinthe hanté et accrobranche nocturne en forêtHalloween 2026 à Aventure Floreval (91) : labyrinthe hanté et accrobranche nocturne en forêt Halloween 2026 at Aventure Floreval (91): a haunted maze and a nighttime tree-top adventure in the forest.
Sponsored - From October 17 to November 1, 2026, Aventure Floreval in Essonne will celebrate Halloween with a forest game, a haunted labyrinth, and two nocturnal accrobranche sessions. [Read more]

Brocantes et vide-greniers en Seine-et-Marne ces 4 et 5 juillet 2026 - 77Brocantes et vide-greniers en Seine-et-Marne ces 4 et 5 juillet 2026 - 77Brocantes et vide-greniers en Seine-et-Marne ces 4 et 5 juillet 2026 - 77Brocantes et vide-greniers en Seine-et-Marne ces 4 et 5 juillet 2026 - 77 Seine-et-Marne flea markets: Apple festival and big flea market this weekend
Flea markets and garage sales across Seine-et-Marne (77) turn to autumn hues on 17 and 18 October 2026, headlined by the 50th Saint-Augustin Apple Festival, a major flea market in Souppes-sur-Loing, and a string of collectors’ fairs from Esbly to Sourdun. [Read more]

Brocantes et vide-greniers des Yvelines ce week-end dans le 78Brocantes et vide-greniers des Yvelines ce week-end dans le 78Brocantes et vide-greniers des Yvelines ce week-end dans le 78Brocantes et vide-greniers des Yvelines ce week-end dans le 78 Flea markets and garage sales in Yvelines on October 17–18, 2026 - 78
The flea markets and garage sales across Yvelines (78) are betting big on Sunday, October 18, 2026, led by Andrésy’s grand brocante with more than 300 exhibitors along the Seine, a collectibles fair in Magnanville, and the Buchelay flea market. [Read more]

Le château de Vincennes : une forteresse royale à ParisLe château de Vincennes : une forteresse royale à ParisLe château de Vincennes : une forteresse royale à ParisLe château de Vincennes : une forteresse royale à Paris Monument Jeu d'Enfant 2026: A weekend immersed in color at the Château de Vincennes
Headed to the Château de Vincennes for the Monument Jeu d’Enfant event, on 17 and 18 October 2026. The lineup for these two days includes a variety of workshops and games designed to discover the castle in a playful way! [Read more]

Domaine du Château de Dampierre 2026 - photoDomaine du Château de Dampierre 2026 - photoDomaine du Château de Dampierre 2026 - photoDomaine du Château de Dampierre 2026 - photo Halloween 2026: Dampierre Castle Celebrates Its Autumn Colors for All Saints’ Day
Dampierre-en-Yvelines Castle is celebrating Halloween with its Autumn Colors: pumpkins, mysterious cellars, vampire-drawn carriages, and Nuit des Châteaux, from October 17 to November 2, 2026, during the All Saints’ Day holidays. [Read more]

Last chance this Saturday

Céline Dion: 2h25 de show rempli d'émotion, tubes en rafale.. on vous raconte son 2e concert à ParisCéline Dion: 2h25 de show rempli d'émotion, tubes en rafale.. on vous raconte son 2e concert à ParisCéline Dion: 2h25 de show rempli d'émotion, tubes en rafale.. on vous raconte son 2e concert à ParisCéline Dion: 2h25 de show rempli d'émotion, tubes en rafale.. on vous raconte son 2e concert à Paris Céline Dion concerts in Paris: schedules, transport, access... here are all the practical details
For the very first time in her career, Celine Dion takes over Europe’s largest indoor arena for a 26-concert residency! Specifically, the Quebec singer will reconnect with her huge fan base at Paris La Défense Arena for a run of shows scheduled from September 12 to October 17, 2026. The artist will return to the same Île-de-France venue from May 8 to 29, 2027. Do you already have a ticket for one of these dates? Want to know gate opening times, the concert start time, how to get to the arena, the different entrances, or the list of prohibited items on site? Here are all the practical details about Céline Dion’s Paris concerts! [Read more]

Grève du 17 octobre 2026 : aérien, gares et manifestations, à quoi s'attendre à Paris ?Grève du 17 octobre 2026 : aérien, gares et manifestations, à quoi s'attendre à Paris ?Grève du 17 octobre 2026 : aérien, gares et manifestations, à quoi s'attendre à Paris ?Grève du 17 octobre 2026 : aérien, gares et manifestations, à quoi s'attendre à Paris ? Strike on October 17, 2026: air travel, train stations and protests — what to expect in Paris?
The strike planned for October 17, 2026 is shaping up to be a major day of mobilization in France, with the Yellow Vests joining unions and flight crews serving notice, all on the first day of the All Saints’ Day holidays. [Read more]

Daroco Bourse - Pizza mortadelle pistacheDaroco Bourse - Pizza mortadelle pistacheDaroco Bourse - Pizza mortadelle pistacheDaroco Bourse - Pizza mortadelle pistache Pizza Week 2026: The lineup in Paris and Île-de-France pizzerias
Pizza Week 2026 is back in Paris and Île-de-France, from October 12 to 17, 2026, with events across about twenty Parisian and Île-de-France pizzerias. Discover the lineup! [Read more]

L’Enfant unique : David Lescot aux Abbesses à ParisL’Enfant unique : David Lescot aux Abbesses à ParisL’Enfant unique : David Lescot aux Abbesses à ParisL’Enfant unique : David Lescot aux Abbesses à Paris The Only Child: David Lescot at the Abbesses in Paris
David Lescot presents The One and Only Child at the Abbesses theatre in Paris, from October 7 to 17, 2026. Seven performers recount the arrival of a child and its emancipation in a spoken musical comedy. [Read more]

A few more ideas for going out this Saturday

Visitez la Tour Eiffel de 1889 en VR  - 1Visitez la Tour Eiffel de 1889 en VR  - 1Visitez la Tour Eiffel de 1889 en VR  - 1Visitez la Tour Eiffel de 1889 en VR  - 1 The Eiffel Tower in virtual reality: relive its construction and the 1889 World's Fair
Discover Viality Tour’s immersive virtual reality guided tour of the Eiffel Tower in Paris. Step into the Champ de Mars and relive the construction—and the 1889 inauguration—of the Iron Lady. A brand-new version, truer to history than ever, was released on March 31, 2026. For the Toussaint holidays, we’ve got a promo code for you! [Read more]

Où sont nos thunes ?, l'exposition au centre Tignous à MontreuilOù sont nos thunes ?, l'exposition au centre Tignous à MontreuilOù sont nos thunes ?, l'exposition au centre Tignous à MontreuilOù sont nos thunes ?, l'exposition au centre Tignous à Montreuil "Where's our money?" — a free and socially engaged exhibition on the economic power of women
"Où sont nos thunes" is the free, activist exhibition that casts a critical eye on women’s economic power. Nearly a dozen artists question society through the lens of art in a parcours that blends works, texts and archives, on view until October 24, 2026. [Read more]

Vive la mariée ! : l'exposition inédite et culturelle à l'Institut du Monde ArabeVive la mariée ! : l'exposition inédite et culturelle à l'Institut du Monde ArabeVive la mariée ! : l'exposition inédite et culturelle à l'Institut du Monde ArabeVive la mariée ! : l'exposition inédite et culturelle à l'Institut du Monde Arabe 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]

Expo des 150 et StreetArt Denfert : l'immense expo street-art gratuite se dévoileExpo des 150 et StreetArt Denfert : l'immense expo street-art gratuite se dévoileExpo des 150 et StreetArt Denfert : l'immense expo street-art gratuite se dévoileExpo des 150 et StreetArt Denfert : l'immense expo street-art gratuite se dévoile 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]

Remember Me : nos photos de l'exposition à la Bourse de CommerceRemember Me : nos photos de l'exposition à la Bourse de CommerceRemember Me : nos photos de l'exposition à la Bourse de CommerceRemember Me : nos photos de l'exposition à la Bourse de Commerce Remember Me: more than 700 photographic masterpieces from the Pinault Collection on display at the Bourse de Commerce
La Bourse de Commerce presents the photographic masterpieces from the Pinault Collection, on view from October 7, 2026 to January 18, 2027. For a little over three months, come and explore roughly 700 works by more than 70 artists, including Irving Penn, Raymond Depardon, Cindy Sherman, Annie Leibovitz, Man Ray, Erwin Blumenfeld, as well as Henri Cartier-Bresson and Richard Avedon. [Read more]

Look, 40 ans de mode au musée : l'exposition couture retrospective du musée des Arts décoratifsLook, 40 ans de mode au musée : l'exposition couture retrospective du musée des Arts décoratifsLook, 40 ans de mode au musée : l'exposition couture retrospective du musée des Arts décoratifsLook, 40 ans de mode au musée : l'exposition couture retrospective du musée des Arts décoratifs Look, 40 years of fashion at the museum: the Musée des Arts Décoratifs retrospective exhibition — our photos
At the Museum of Decorative Arts, the 40th anniversary of the Museum of Fashion is celebrated with "Look: 40 Years of Fashion at the Museum," a must-see fashion exhibition. Forty iconic ensembles take the runway in the nave's central space, surrounded by sketches, patterns, and embroidery, showcasing four decades of style and craftsmanship. [Read more]

Practical information for this Saturday

EN DIRECT : Le trafic et la circulation à Paris ce mardi 22 septembre 2020 en temps réelEN DIRECT : Le trafic et la circulation à Paris ce mardi 22 septembre 2020 en temps réelEN DIRECT : Le trafic et la circulation à Paris ce mardi 22 septembre 2020 en temps réelEN DIRECT : Le trafic et la circulation à Paris ce mardi 22 septembre 2020 en temps réel Metro and RER updates: closures, work, and demonstrations in Paris this Monday October 12, 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 Monday October 12, 2026. [Read more]

Métro, RER : manifestations et perturbations du 12 au 18 octobre 2026Métro, RER : manifestations et perturbations du 12 au 18 octobre 2026Métro, RER : manifestations et perturbations du 12 au 18 octobre 2026Métro, RER : manifestations et perturbations du 12 au 18 octobre 2026 Metro, RER: protests and disruptions from October 12 to 18, 2026
Public transport in Paris and the Île-de-France region gears up for a busy week from October 12 to 18, 2026, with a high school and university student demonstration on Tuesday, a mobilization announced for Saturday, and extensive works on the metro, the RER and the Transilien network. [Read more]

Météo Paris Île-de-France : quel temps ce week-end du pont de l'Ascension, du 14 au 17 mai ?Météo Paris Île-de-France : quel temps ce week-end du pont de l'Ascension, du 14 au 17 mai ?Météo Paris Île-de-France : quel temps ce week-end du pont de l'Ascension, du 14 au 17 mai ?Météo Paris Île-de-France : quel temps ce week-end du pont de l'Ascension, du 14 au 17 mai ? Météo Paris : temperatures up to 23°C this week, before a weekend around 13°C
The weather in Paris and the Île-de-France region is set to stay dry and mild this week, from October 12 to 18, 2026, with a heat peak midweek, followed by a noticeable cooldown for the first weekend of the holidays. [Read more]

Fin du ticket carton : comment voyager quand on est de passage à ParisFin du ticket carton : comment voyager quand on est de passage à ParisFin du ticket carton : comment voyager quand on est de passage à ParisFin du ticket carton : comment voyager quand on est de passage à Paris 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]

Simulation géante des pompiers de Paris sur les quais parisiensSimulation géante des pompiers de Paris sur les quais parisiensSimulation géante des pompiers de Paris sur les quais parisiensSimulation géante des pompiers de Paris sur les quais parisiens 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]

Le Château d'Auvers sur Oise  - et sa collection permanente sur les ImpressionnistesLe Château d'Auvers sur Oise  - et sa collection permanente sur les ImpressionnistesLe Château d'Auvers sur Oise  - et sa collection permanente sur les ImpressionnistesLe Château d'Auvers sur Oise  - et sa collection permanente sur les Impressionnistes The Impressionists' Train: the special train bound for Auvers-sur-Oise is back on weekends.
Impressionism fans, head to Auvers-sur-Oise, a small Île-de-France village cherished by Cézanne and Van Gogh, made easily reachable on weekends by a special SNCF train, less than an hour from the capital! [Read more]

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