What are we doing this weekend of Saturday, October 24 and Sunday, October 25, 2026 in the Île-de-France region? If outings are plentiful in Paris, they’re just as abundant elsewhere in Île-de-France. Whether in the Yvelines, the Val-de-Marne, the Seine-Saint-Denis, the Val-d’Oise, the Seine-et-Marne, the Essonne or the Hauts-de-Seine, each department goes all out to offer this weekend with a host of activities that will appeal to both kids and adults.
A chance to get away from it all for a few hours, not far from Paris, and discover places that are easily accessible by metro, RER, bus or Transilien. Walking tours, exhibitions, festivals, shows and cinema... the possibilities are endless.
On the menu this weekend? Halloween-themed activities, MMA, a free exhibition blending art and ecology, a major charity sale, and a new restaurant by Norbert Tarayre.
At the Edge of Imagination: a free exhibition blending art and ecology at the Pavillon Vendôme
The Clichy-la-Garenne Art Centre unveils "Aux frontières de l'imaginaire," a contemporary art exhibition free to visit from 14 October 2026 to 9 January 2027 at Pavillon Vendôme. [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]
Halloween 2026 at Breteuil Castle: a festival, hands-on workshops and nocturnal investigations
From October 17 to November 1, 2026, Breteuil blends storytelling, creative workshops and a family festival. A haunted night and two murder parties keep Halloween going into the evening. [Read more]
Foulées Monterelaises 2026: the 10 km on October 25 is sold out, a bib swap is available.
The Foulées Monterelaises celebrate their 40th edition on Sunday, October 25, 2026, in Montereau-Fault-Yonne. The 10 km is sold out; an official resale platform lets you search for bibs that are up for sale. [Read more]
Centurion 2026: the amateur MMA tournament in Aubervilliers on October 24.
The 100% Fight Centurion tournament continues its amateur MMA bouts on October 24, 2026 at the Embarcadère in Aubervilliers (93). [Read more]
A major charity sale from just €1 at Pavillon Baltard with the Little Brothers of the Poor
Les Petits Frères des Pauvres celebrate their 80th anniversary with a major charitable sale on 24 and 25 October 2026 at Pavillon Baltard in Nogent-sur-Marne. Admission is free and items start at €1; auctions will wrap up the event on Sunday. [Read more]
Norbert Tarayre opens La Table de Norbert in Versailles, a new restaurant due to open in October 2026
Norbert Tarayre launches his own restaurant in Versailles: La Table de Norbert sets up shop just a stone’s throw from the château in the Yvelines, and he vows to shake up the standards of French cuisine starting October 20, 2026. Here’s everything you need to know. [Read more]
Halloween 2026: Silentium, The Dark Dreams' new terrifying immersive experience (93)
Want a truly terrifying Halloween experience? We’re heading to The Darks Dreams Paris, which is offering a new "immersive adventure" that blends immersive theatre, an escape game, and a labyrinth, running until November 3, 2026. [Read more]
L'Ermitage Saint-Antoine, Barbizon's creative dining destination (77)
The L'Ermitage Saint-Antoine restaurant, in Barbizon in Seine-et-Marne, fuses a creative fine-dining experience with a more approachable bistro, both envisioned by chef Cyrine Jarretie. A wonderful discovery to seek out if you're venturing into this charming artist village. [Read more]
All Saints’ Day 2026: Tours and Music at the Château de Fontainebleau
For All Saints’ Day 2026, the Château de Fontainebleau is offering family-friendly, theatrical tours, the Queen’s Concerts, and exhibitions centered on Marie-Antoinette. A program to discover from October 17 to November 1. [Read more]
Dates and Opening Time
From October 24, 2026 to October 25, 2026
