This guide focuses on dated outings and the latest local deals. For a fuller view of the schedule, also check out our guide to Wednesday, October 7, 2026 events in Paris.
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Lariboisière Hospital unveils its 2026 Science Festival program
Science Festival 2026 will be stopping at Lariboisière Hospital in Paris to highlight the links between scientific research and medical practice, from October 2 to 12, 2026. The event offers a fresh perspective on how a major AP-HP hospital operates. [Read more]
Science Festival 2026: The Program at the National School of Physics, Chemistry and Biology
On the occasion of the 2026 Science Festival, the National School of Physics, Chemistry and Biology opens its doors for a day of discoveries and hands-on science workshops. [Read more]
Science Festival 2026 in Paris: what's on at the Palais de la Porte Dorée
In Paris, the 2026 Fête de la Science stops at the Palais de la Porte Dorée with a program centered on science, the environment, and society, from October 2 to 12, 2026. This new edition takes over a landmark in the 12th arrondissement, a site that blends a museum, an aquarium, and Art Deco heritage. [Read more]
Science Festival 2026 in La Verrière: the key events to watch
The 2026 Science Festival takes place in La Verrière, in the Yvelines department, with activities open to families, young people, and the curious, from October 2 to 12, 2026. The event highlights a simple, practical approach to science, brought right to the public. [Read more]
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater set to return to Paris in 2026.
The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater returns to the Paris Palais des Congrès from October 7 to 11, 2026, presenting two programs that fuse the Alvin Ailey legacy with contemporary works. [Read more]
The Montmartre Harvest Festival returns to Paris this week, with the 2026 program.
The Montmartre Grape Harvest Festival is back this week on the heights of the Montmartre hill in Paris. What's on the agenda? A host of unmissable events, including the Taste Trail, the grand parade, the closing ball, and tours of the famous vineyards. Discover what awaits in Montmartre from Wednesday, October 7 to Sunday, October 11, 2026. [Read more]
Hunger Games costumes on display at the Rodin Museum for just two days
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]
Ducobu and the Ghost of Saint-Potache unveils its trailer for Halloween
Ducobu and the Ghost of Saint-Potache unveils its trailer ahead of its theatrical release on October 7, 2026. Élie Semoun guides Saint-Potache into a family-friendly Halloween adventure. [Read more]
Montmartre Harvest Festival 2026: 5 can't-miss events in the 18th arrondissement
La Fête des Vendanges de Montmartre returns this week in Paris’s 18th arrondissement. What’s on the program? A wealth of convivial outings and quirky discoveries to enjoy from October 7 to 11, 2026. A taste tour, a grand parade, and a closing ball... Here are 5 events not to miss for this new 93rd edition of the Montmartre Harvest Festival. [Read more]
Belmondo, the Magnificent: the Cinémathèque honors the icon of French cinema
Bébel shines at the Cinémathèque française: Jean-Paul Belmondo is the focus of a major retrospective running from October 7, 2026 to January 31, 2027. [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]
Antigone: Alan Lucien Øyen reimagines Sophocles through dance in Paris
Alan Lucien Øyen revisits Sophocles' Antigone, blending dance and theatre, at Théâtre de la Ville in Paris from October 1 to 7, 2026, with nine performers, including three stars of Tanztheater Wuppertal. [Read more]
David Storey Exhibition by Yoyo Maeght — Paris 6th arrondissement
Sponsored - From October 1 to 7, 2026, immerse yourself in the enigmatic and intimate world of British painter David Storey, in an exhibition presented by Yoyo Maeght in the heart of Paris’s 6th arrondissement. Free admission. Opening reception on Thursday, October 1, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., by RSVP. [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]
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]
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]
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]
Metro and RER updates: closures, work, and demonstrations in Paris this Wednesday October 7, 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 Wednesday October 7, 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]
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]
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]
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