What to do in Paris this Monday? Events and tips for November 2, 2026

Published by Julie de Sortiraparis · Photos by My de Sortiraparis · Updated on October 30, 2026 at 11:31 a.m.
What to do this Monday in Paris and Île-de-France? Discover one-off outings, events happening today, last-minute deals and ideas not to miss this Monday, November 2, 2026.

This guide focuses on dated events and the best deals right now. For a more comprehensive overview of the calendar, also see our guide to things to do in Paris on Monday, November 2, 2026.

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The World of Hans Zimmer – A New DimensionThe World of Hans Zimmer – A New DimensionThe World of Hans Zimmer – A New DimensionThe World of Hans Zimmer – A New Dimension The World of Hans Zimmer: A New Dimension at Bercy
The World of Hans Zimmer is returning to Bercy on November 2, 2026 at 8 p.m. with A New Dimension. Matt Dunkley will conduct the Odessa Orchestra & Friends and the Nairobi Chamber Chorus, with Hans Zimmer not appearing on stage. [Read more]

1936, Les Jours heureux : un spectacle musical gratuit à Paris1936, Les Jours heureux : un spectacle musical gratuit à Paris1936, Les Jours heureux : un spectacle musical gratuit à Paris1936, Les Jours heureux : un spectacle musical gratuit à Paris 1936, The Happy Days: a free musical show in Paris
1936, Happy Days marks the 90th anniversary of paid holidays at the Juliette Récamier Theatre in Paris, on November 2, 2026 at 8:30 p.m. This musical show by Christina Rosmini is free, but registration is required. [Read more]

What starts this Monday

Julien JoubertJulien JoubertJulien JoubertJulien Joubert Little Lessons in Great Music: Julien Joubert at the Essaïon
At the Essaïon, Julien Joubert turns a randomly selected poem into a song with the audience. Petites leçons de grande musique runs on Mondays at 7 p.m. until January 18, 2027. [Read more]

Chez Monix au SplashChez Monix au SplashChez Monix au SplashChez Monix au Splash Chez Monix: the winter chalet and its gondola lifts return on November 2, 2026.
Chez Monix au Splash returns on November 2, 2026, in Asnières-sur-Seine. By the banks of the Seine, the restaurant reclaims its winter-chalet décor, its vintage cable cars and its Alpine atmosphere. [Read more]

HALLOWinter, la saison festive pour faire la transition entre Halloween et Noël, à Europa ParkHALLOWinter, la saison festive pour faire la transition entre Halloween et Noël, à Europa ParkHALLOWinter, la saison festive pour faire la transition entre Halloween et Noël, à Europa ParkHALLOWinter, la saison festive pour faire la transition entre Halloween et Noël, à Europa Park HALLOWinter 2026: Halloween and Christmas come together at Europa-Park
Europa-Park blends Halloween scenery with the first ever evergreens for HALLOWinter, running November 2–27, 2026 in Rust, Germany. It’s a transitional season, with dated tickets starting at €56.50. [Read more]

Fête de la musique 2021: couvre-feu, concerts assis… à quoi va ressembler le 21 juin ?Fête de la musique 2021: couvre-feu, concerts assis… à quoi va ressembler le 21 juin ?Fête de la musique 2021: couvre-feu, concerts assis… à quoi va ressembler le 21 juin ?Fête de la musique 2021: couvre-feu, concerts assis… à quoi va ressembler le 21 juin ? Pitchfork Music Festival Paris 2026: DIIV, Nirosta Steel... the rest of the lineup
Here we go again! The Pitchfork Music Festival Paris is back for another edition and invites you to join from November 2 to 8, 2026 in 10 venues across the capital. The menu? A week of shows featuring no fewer than 100 artists to discover, including Headache, Charlotte Adigéry & Bolis Pupul, Amore and ear, plus DIIV and Nirosta Steel. Here’s the rest of the line-up! [Read more]

La Maison Impressionniste de Claude Monet, le nouveau musée sur la vie du peintre à ArgenteuilLa Maison Impressionniste de Claude Monet, le nouveau musée sur la vie du peintre à ArgenteuilLa Maison Impressionniste de Claude Monet, le nouveau musée sur la vie du peintre à ArgenteuilLa Maison Impressionniste de Claude Monet, le nouveau musée sur la vie du peintre à Argenteuil Blood donation in Val d'Oise: Dates of blood drives in the 95 in November 2026
Vous voulez donner votre sang et vous êtes dans le Val d'Oise (95) ? Here are the venues and dates for blood drives you can attend to do a good deed in the department, during November 2026. [Read more]

Last chance this Monday

Visuel Paris Place de la RépubliqueVisuel Paris Place de la RépubliqueVisuel Paris Place de la RépubliqueVisuel Paris Place de la République Paris curfew extended again for Halloween weekend, October 31 and November 1
The curfew returns to Paris this weekend, on October 31 and November 1, 2026, from 11 p.m. to 6 a.m. in the République and Châtelet-Les Halles districts. With further demonstrations expected in the capital, the police prefecture has decided to extend the restrictive measure for two more nights. [Read more]

Visuels Paris - place de Thorigny nuit - bancVisuels Paris - place de Thorigny nuit - bancVisuels Paris - place de Thorigny nuit - bancVisuels Paris - place de Thorigny nuit - banc Curfew in Paris on October 26: what restrictions are in place in Île-de-France?
A curfew has been announced in the République area of Paris, from 11 p.m. on Monday, October 26, 2026, until 6 a.m. on Tuesday, October 27. In Paris and the inner suburbs, restrictions on certain fireworks, fuel and the carrying of weapons are also in effect through October 26. Here’s a look at the areas and measures concerned. [Read more]

Un bébé manchot Royal est né à Sea Life Val d'Europe !Un bébé manchot Royal est né à Sea Life Val d'Europe !Un bébé manchot Royal est né à Sea Life Val d'Europe !Un bébé manchot Royal est né à Sea Life Val d'Europe ! Halloween 2026 at SEA LIFE Val d’Europe: puzzles among the tanks
Until November 2, 2026, SEA LIFE Paris Val d’Europe is hosting a Halloween treasure hunt among the tanks, with pirates, mermaids and a treat at the end. A family activity included with admission. [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 Vampire Carriages and Haunted Cellars at Dampierre Castle
For Halloween, the Domaine de Dampierre in the Chevreuse Valley opens its festively decorated basements to children and is staging a nighttime mystery for adults, from October 17 to November 2, 2026. [Read more]

Découvrez Paris à bord d'un bus à l'impériale hanté!Découvrez Paris à bord d'un bus à l'impériale hanté!Découvrez Paris à bord d'un bus à l'impériale hanté!Découvrez Paris à bord d'un bus à l'impériale hanté! Discover Paris aboard a haunted double-decker bus this Halloween.
Sponsored - A mysterious passenger is aboard the Big Bus—do you have the courage to travel with him? From October 17 to November 2, 2026, Big Bus turns its capital sightseeing tour into a haunted experience, with illuminated monuments, surprise apparitions, and chills aboard a 100% electric double-decker bus. An offbeat outing to try with family or friends… if you dare to board! [Read more]

A few more ideas for going out this Monday

Spectacle Arbre Cirque BormannSpectacle Arbre Cirque BormannSpectacle Arbre Cirque BormannSpectacle Arbre Cirque Bormann ARBRE: Circus Théâtre Bormann unveils its new enchanted show
Sponsored - For more than eight generations, the Bormann family has been fueling the heartbeat of Paris with its iconic theatre-circus. Through their new show ARBRE, this troupe of artists aims to honor its roots while delivering a pioneering sensory immersion into a universe where the circus meets the pressing challenges of sustainable development! [Read more]

Parrot World, le parc animalier immersif d'Île-de-FranceParrot World, le parc animalier immersif d'Île-de-FranceParrot World, le parc animalier immersif d'Île-de-FranceParrot World, le parc animalier immersif d'Île-de-France Dia de los Muertos and the Toussaint break in 2026 at Parrot World, the wildlife park in Crécy
For the All Saints’ Day holidays in 2026, Parrot World is celebrating Día de los Muertos with colorful scenery and activities suitable for the whole family. It’s a chance to discover this Mexican tradition while getting up close with the park’s animals. [Read more]

Thoiry Lumières Sauvages 2026 : Sur les traces de Pachamama - photosThoiry Lumières Sauvages 2026 : Sur les traces de Pachamama - photosThoiry Lumières Sauvages 2026 : Sur les traces de Pachamama - photosThoiry Lumières Sauvages 2026 : Sur les traces de Pachamama - photos Thoiry Lumières Sauvages 2026: our photos from the light trail, following in Pachamama’s footsteps
Thoiry Lumières Sauvages takes us on a journey around the world in search of Pachamama at WOW Safari Thoiry, in the Yvelines. Here’s a look in pictures at what’s in store, from the All Saints’ Day holiday through the winter break, until March 7, 2027. [Read more]

Le village de Flagy en Seine et MarneLe village de Flagy en Seine et MarneLe village de Flagy en Seine et MarneLe village de Flagy en Seine et Marne 26 charming villages and strolls to discover near Paris, the treasures of Île-de-France
Get away from Paris with these 26 must-see getaways within 100 km of the capital. [Read more]

Visuel Paris Arc de Triomphe Champs Elysées nuitVisuel Paris Arc de Triomphe Champs Elysées nuitVisuel Paris Arc de Triomphe Champs Elysées nuitVisuel Paris Arc de Triomphe Champs Elysées nuit Triumph, at night: the Arc de Triomphe revealed in a new light in this exhibition
The Arc de Triomphe is presenting a new exhibition that offers a fresh perspective on the monument. From October 28, 2026, to March 26, 2027, discover the exhibition Triomphe, la nuit. [Read more]

Exposition A la cour du Prince Genji : l'imaginaire japonaise se dévoile au musée GuimetExposition A la cour du Prince Genji : l'imaginaire japonaise se dévoile au musée GuimetExposition A la cour du Prince Genji : l'imaginaire japonaise se dévoile au musée GuimetExposition A la cour du Prince Genji : l'imaginaire japonaise se dévoile au musée Guimet The Musée des arts asiatiques - Guimet, an exotic spot in Paris
We take you on a (re)discovery of the Musée Guimet, dedicated to Asian arts. On the program: an exotic tour of historical treasures in splendid surroundings. [Read more]

Practical information for this Monday

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 Friday October 30, 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 30, 2026. [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]

Métro à Paris : stations Hôtel de Ville et République fermées ce dimancheMétro à Paris : stations Hôtel de Ville et République fermées ce dimancheMétro à Paris : stations Hôtel de Ville et République fermées ce dimancheMétro à Paris : stations Hôtel de Ville et République fermées ce dimanche 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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