This guide prioritizes dated outings and the latest deals. For a fuller view of the schedule, also check out our guide to the Friday, October 16, 2026 happenings in Paris.
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Céline Generation: A Tribute to the Arena Grand Paris
Generation Céline brings Céline Dion's songs to Arena Grand Paris in Tremblay-en-France on October 16, 2026 at 8:30 p.m. Four voices carry this tribute show directed by Erick Benzi. [Read more]
Subantarctica: a premiere with Under The Pole at the Grand Rex
Subantarctica will be shown at the Grand Rex on October 16, 2026 at 8:00 p.m., followed by a discussion with the film's team and the Under The Pole expedition. [Read more]
Grand international choral concert at La Madeleine Church. Free admission.
Sponsored - Friday, October 16 at 4 p.m., the Church of the Madeleine will host an exceptional choral concert by the 120-strong Salt Lake Singers from Utah, United States. A spellbinding program that blends ancient and modern choral masterworks. Admission is free. [Read more]
Ephemeris for October 16 in Paris: Consecration of the Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Montmartre
On October 16, 1919, the Sacré-Cœur Basilica on Montmartre was consecrated by Cardinal Amette, Archbishop of Paris, and elevated to basilica status after 44 years of work. Perched on the heights of the Montmartre hill, this Romanesque-Byzantine religious edifice continues to fascinate as much as it irks certain Parisians who claim it was “built on the blood of the Communards.” [Read more]
Gradur set to perform at the Accor Arena in Paris this October 2026
The Franco-Congolese rapper Gradur is set to make his comeback on stage with a major concert scheduled at the Accor Arena in Paris on Friday, October 16, 2026. The artist will also take the opportunity to perform tracks from his latest album, titled "Décennie." [Read more]
Behemoth and Dimmu Borgir in concert at the Zénith in Paris in October 2026
Behemoth and Dimmu Borgir invite you to the Zénith de Paris on Friday, October 16, 2026, for an evening of extreme metal! The Polish band and the Norwegian combo are set to rock the Parisian venue during their European co-headlining tour, dubbed "In League With Satan"! Sweden's Dark Funeral will also be there as special guests. [Read more]
Journées Particulières 2026: a night-time stroll through the history of the Jardin d’Acclimatation
During Journées Particulières 2026, the Jardin d’Acclimatation opens up after sunset. A nocturnal stroll offers a fresh, different take on the history of the famed Parisian park. [Read more]
Journées Particulières 2026: Free tours of Céline's Parisian couture workshops
From October 16 to 18, Celine will offer a glimpse into how its collections are made during Journées Particulières 2026. A free tour lets visitors see how a piece goes from workshop craft to its final silhouette. [Read more]
Particular Days 2026: Inside Guerlain's archives at the Reserve of the Sublimes
At Guerlain, the 2026 Journées Particulières unfold as a journey through the archives. The Reserve des Sublimes opens its doors to the public for the first time and showcases its heritage pieces free of charge for three days. [Read more]
Journées Particulières 2026: The Gustave Fayet exhibition at the Fondation Louis Vuitton is free to visit.
From October 16 to 18, 2026, Journées Particulières offers a twofold look at Gustave Fayet at the Fondation Louis Vuitton: the exhibition itself and the behind-the-scenes story of its making. [Read more]
Dreamland: a free pop-up with an exhibition and signings to mark the 20th anniversary of the manga in Paris
For Dreamland’s 20th anniversary, Pika Édition opens a pop-up at 39 rue Volta in Paris, from October 16 to 19, 2026. An exhibit of pages, signings with Reno Lemaire and other authors, and a temporary shop make up this free-entry event. [Read more]
Mario Kart World at Mondial de l’Auto 2026: tournament and free play, the schedule
Mario Kart World makes its way to the Mondial de l'Auto at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles. Free play, qualifiers on October 14 and the final on October 16: here are the dates for players and spectators. [Read more]
MaMA Festival 2026 in Paris: 150 concerts in Pigalle and Montmartre, here’s the lineup
MaMa Festival is back in Paris on Wednesday the 14th, Thursday the 15th, and Friday the 16th of October 2026. A cornerstone event for the city’s indie music scene, it once again takes over the 18th and 9th arrondissements to treat music lovers to a slew of concerts this fall, headlined by Kriill, Merveille, Sab, Savage Mirror, MDNS, and Ly and Lady O. [Read more]
Swan Lake: the ballet returns to Paris in October 2026.
Le Lac des Cygnes returns to Paris in a fresh production at the Palais des Congrès on October 1, 2, 3, 4 and 16, 2026, with dancers and an orchestra performing Tchaikovsky’s music. [Read more]
Nuits de Lumière 2026: a spectacular digital-art festival at the heart of the Château de Vincennes
A festival of luminous and digital installations lands on the doorstep of Paris this fall with the second edition of Vincennes, Nuits de Lumière. From October 15 to November 8, 2026, this nocturnal event invites visitors to wander among immersive and interactive artworks, accompanied by monumental projections! [Read more]
"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]
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]
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]
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]
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]
Mary Cassatt. The Independent Woman: The Impressionist Exhibition at the Musée d’Orsay — our photos
From October 6, 2026 to January 31, 2027, the Musée d’Orsay presents Mary Cassatt. "The Independent Woman," a retrospective of nearly 80 paintings, pastels, and prints to mark the centenary of her death. [Read more]
Metro and RER updates: closures, work, and demonstrations in Paris this Friday October 16, 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 Friday October 16, 2026. [Read more]
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 : 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]
A4 closure in Seine-et-Marne (77) in October 2026: Dates and detours
Attention if you plan to use the A4 motorway in Seine-et-Marne (77)! From October 12 to 23, 2026, several overnight closures are scheduled between Ferrières-en-Brie and Serris in both directions. The reason: continuing work on the future Sycomore diffuser at Bussy-Saint-Georges. Here are the timetables and the detours you need to know. [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]
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]
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]
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Dates and Opening Time
On October 16, 2026
