Exhibitions, shows, strolls, family outings, leisure, restaurants and great deals: here is our pick for enjoying Paris and the Île-de-France region on Thursday, October 8, 2026.
This guide helps you spot ideas for outings, today’s events, and experiences to discover based on what you feel like doing, whether you’re just passing through the capital or looking for something to do today.
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What to do this Thursday, October 8, 2026 in Paris? The unmissable outings.
Outings, exhibitions, shows, activities, great deals: here are ideas to discover in Paris and Île-de-France this Thursday, October 8, 2026. [Read more]
Strike and protests on October 8, 2026 in Paris: daycares, school canteens, fuel, high schools — the latest
The high-school protests continue in Paris and Île-de-France with a call for an Act IV this Thursday, October 8, 2026, backed by several unions, on the same day that nurseries and TotalEnergies workers are also striking. [Read more]
Oktoberfest 2026 at Digital Village: Concerts, beers, currywursts and entertainment.
Oktoberfest 2026 comes to Paris’ 13th arrondissement! The Café du Village at Digital Village is hosting an evening on Thursday, October 8, 2026, featuring beers, currywurst with fries, a live concert, and plenty of activities. [Read more]
Hot Bingo: Patsy Magret's drag bingo makes a comeback at Speechless Bar in Paris
Patsy Magret's Hot Bingo returns to the Speechless Bar in Paris's 11th arrondissement on Thursday, October 8, 2026. A drag show, a quiz, and bingo headline this second episode of season 3, featuring a prevention segment led by ENIPSE Île-de-France. [Read more]
Science Festival 2026: immerse yourself in an immersive experience at the heart of food in Créteil
From October 2 to 12, 2026, the Science Festival unveils a new edition: at Créteil’s IUT, an unusual experience is on offer, open to anyone aged 15 and up. [Read more]
The Photo & Video Fair 2026 in Paris: snag your free invitations with our code
The Salon de la Photo returns under the name Salon Photo & Vidéo. This major annual event is a must-attend for photographers, videographers, enthusiasts and professionals. Discover the program for this event, taking place from October 8 to 11, 2026 at the Grande Halle de la Villette. Admission is free with our code SORTIR26, to be entered at the time of online booking. [Read more]
FRASQUES, the Galactik Ensemble’s acrobatic circus show, delightfully bonkers, at Théâtre Silvia Monfort
Sponsored - Between catastrophes, gags and poetry, the wildly daring acrobats of the Galactik Ensemble premiere at Théâtre Silvia Monfort their new show Frasques, delivering a high-voltige circus filled with humor and tenderness, on stage from October 8 to 17, 2026. Suitable for ages 7 and up, the performance works equally well for a family outing or for discovering contemporary circus with friends. [Read more]
Jean Paul Gaultier opens an experiential fragrance pop-up in Paris's 1st arrondissement
Jean Paul Gaultier scents the Halles with La Favorite. From October 8 to 11, 2026, the Canopée terrace will host a free pop-up designed as an experiential stroll through fragrances, delicacies, décor and an interactive game. [Read more]
Where to dance—from Thursday, October 8 to Saturday, October 10, 2026? Weekend nightlife in Paris.
Three nights, turntables and plenty of chances to wear out your soles: Paris and the Île-de-France region are lining up the parties this weekend, from Thursday, October 8 to Saturday, October 10, 2026, with DJ sets, clubs, and open-air events. [Read more]
Science Festival 2026 in Paris and Île-de-France: the lineup of free events
La fête de la Science is back from October 2 to 12, 2026 for its 35th edition! The idea? A week dedicated to science culture you can experience through a wealth of free events across France. Experiments, shows, open days, tours and a multitude of workshops—open to all and suitable for children—await you on the four corners of Paris and the Île-de-France region! [Read more]
10 free things to do in Paris and Île-de-France in October 2026
Free outings are plentiful in Paris and Île-de-France this October 2026: exhibitions, strolls, time-travel experiences, or quirky races—here are our ideas for enjoying autumn without spending a penny. [Read more]
Montmartre Harvest Festival 2026 in Paris — here's what's in store for you.
Montmartre’s Harvest Festival returns to the heights of the hill in Paris from Wednesday, October 7 to Sunday, October 11, 2026, with a program packed full of unmissable festivities. Taste Trail, grand parade, closing ball, and of course visits to the famous vines. Here’s what awaits you in Montmartre in the coming days. [Read more]
Street Art Madeleine II relocates and expands, becoming Street Art Denfert on 800 m2.
Free street-art exhibition Street Art Madeleine II leaves the crypt beneath La Madeleine church and becomes StreetArt Denfert to team up with the Expo des 150! On its floor, around a hundred Île-de-France artists will be showcased in the former Zara store at Denfert-Rochereau, Paris’s 14th arrondissement, from October 3 to 25, 2026. We’ve got all the details, and above all, remember to snag your free tickets! [Read more]
A dazzling drone light show themed around Harry Potter at this Parisian racecourse.
The most famous wizard is about to make the capital’s sky sparkle with a massive open-air light show. Over six evenings, drones will recreate iconic Harry Potter moments for fans, set to a live soundtrack played by a violinist. [Read more]
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]
10 offbeat outings to brighten up October 2026 in Paris
Offbeat outings are plentiful in Paris and Île-de-France, and October 2026 is lining up some real surprises: a sound-and-light show inside a church, a giant karaoke session, a stroll with dogs and cats, or a street-art exhibition. Here are our most original ideas for the month. [Read more]
FauWst : the BAJOUR collective reinterprets Faust in Villejuif and then in Paris
The BAJOUR collective presents FauWst, directed by Hector Manuel, at the Théâtre Romain Rolland in Villejuif in October 2026, then at the Maison des Métallos in Paris from November 17 to 26. [Read more]
Boston Ballet in Paris: Ekman and Akram Khan at the Théâtre des Champs-Élysées
The Boston Ballet is back at the Théâtre des Champs-Élysées from October 8 to 11, 2026. The program for these five performances features Cacti by Alexander Ekman and Vertical Road (reimagined) by Akram Khan. [Read more]
Cofee: the street artist presents "Anima", a free-to-attend solo exhibition in Paris
This autumn, street artist Cofee takes over a gallery in Paris’s 4th arrondissement to present his new solo show. Titled “Anima,” the free installation will showcase about twenty original works to view from Thursday, October 8 to Sunday, October 11, 2026. [Read more]
Pop Art Car 2.0: a free exhibition blending pop art, design and digital culture on the Champs-Élysées
Sponsored - From September 24, 2026 to January 31, 2027, pop art car 2.0 takes over Renault’s showcase on the Champs-Élysées, at 53 Avenue des Champs-Élysées in Paris. With a mix of historical works, never-before-seen digital pieces and automobiles, this free exhibition brings together artists Sébastien Preschoux, Popay, Victor Vasarely and Julio Le Parc. Not to mention the all-new show car, the Renault 8 Gordini Concept, unveiled in a world premiere. [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 Edgar Quinet Creation Market: a free, open-air art gallery
Sponsored - The Edgar-Quinet Creation Market invites you every Sunday in Paris's 14th arrondissement. Painting, sculpture, photography, engraving and ceramics. Every Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. And what if your stroll led you to meet artists? [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]
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]
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]
Saint Roch Nights: An immersive sound-and-light show in the heart of a Parisian church — review
Starting October 1, 2026, Saint-Roch Church will morph into an immersive experience. Blending monumental 3D video mapping, a poetic theatrical narrative, and live music with a choir and orchestra, the piece invites you on a journey through the History of Art, in the parish of artists. [Read more]
Claude Monet on the Waterways: The VR Experience at the Orangerie Museum in Paris
"Claude Monet, au fil de l’eau" offers visitors a virtual-reality journey through the painter’s work at the Musée de l’Orangerie in Paris, from September 30, 2026 to February 15, 2027. From the Seine to Giverny, twenty minutes of immersion trace his enduring fascination with water. [Read more]
The Hunger Games costumes go on display at the Rodin Museum — our photos
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]
Queen: The band's 1986 Budapest concert to be shown as a one-off cinema screening this fall
Queen fans are set to hit the cinemas on Thursday, October 8, 2026 to catch, in a one-off screening, the British band's Budapest live performance from July 27, 1986. That show still stands as the biggest stadium concert ever staged in Hungary. [Read more]
The 2026 Feminist Film Festival at the Garde-Chasse cinema in Les Lilas (93)
The program for the 6th edition of the Feminist Film Festival features screenings, premieres, and debates at the Garde-Chasse cinema in Les Lilas, from October 7 to 11, 2026. [Read more]
D'LYR: The new temple of virtual reality and immersive entertainment on Paris's doorstep
Sponsored - Try D'LYR, the new immersive venue in Colombres, perfect for challenging your friends, colleagues, and family in virtual reality before extending the evening with a drink! [Read more]
Partouche Pasino Club: the go-to gaming club a stone’s throw from the Arc de Triomphe
Sponsored - Open since May 12, 2026 on Avenue de la Grande Armée, the Partouche Pasino Club has, in just a few months, become a top hotspot for poker in Paris. After hosting the WSOP Circuit’s Paris stop in September, the club has been rolling out festivals and special event nights, every day from noon to 6 a.m. [Read more]
Beer Spa: this unusual spa in Paris offers beer baths - promotional code
Beer lovers, here's a wellness concept that's sure to please! In Paris, the Beer Spa is the first address in the capital to offer "beer baths". And if you're wondering, yes, you can also toast during your relaxation session. Want to try it? We've got a promo code for you! [Read more]
PlayStation Plus: Free games for October 2026 for a gaming-filled autumn
If you own a PS4 or PS5, you know Sony hands out free games every month with PlayStation Plus. So, which games are being offered in October 2026? Check out this month’s lineup. [Read more]
The Arena on Netflix: 38 amateur fighters coached by MMA stars
Ciryl Gane, Cédric Doumbé and Benoît Saint Denis coach 38 amateur fighters in L’Arène, a French competition streaming on Netflix from September 30, 2026. [Read more]
Digger in cinemas: Tom Cruise faces a global catastrophe
Tom Cruise plays an all-powerful man responsible for a global catastrophe in Digger, Alejandro González Iñárritu's dark comedy, which opens in cinemas today. [Read more]
ÔZENHIT in Paris's 4th arrondissement: pool, sauna and classes to get back into sport.
The ÔZENHIT gym in Paris’s 4th arrondissement spans 2,000 square meters and brings together weight training, cardio, group classes, yoga, Pilates, cycling, a 20-meter pool, a sauna and a hammam. A go-to spot for anyone looking to restart their fitness journey, mixing workouts, low-impact activities and recovery all under one roof. [Read more]
Cars in theaters: Lightning McQueen marks 20 years on the big screen.
Cars returns to nearly 300 cinemas in France today. The Pixar film starring Lightning McQueen marks its 20th anniversary on the big screen. [Read more]
Ducobu and the Saint-Potache Ghost in cinemas: a Halloween adventure
Ducobu makes his Halloween comeback in Ducobu and the Ghost of Saint-Potache, a family comedy directed by Élie Semoun, hitting cinemas today. [Read more]
Les Anémones: a buzzing late-night bar with cocktails and a coffee shop in Parmentier
Les Anémones is a brasserie in Paris’s 11th arrondissement, with Happy Hours from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m., where seasonal cuisine, a coffee bar, wines and other drinks accompany guests from breakfast to dinner. The Bar des Anémones is open every day until 5 a.m. [Read more]
Moxi: homemade Chinese Mo sandwiches near Place de la Madeleine in Paris
Sponsored - Moxi, near La Madeleine in Paris, prepares homemade Chinese Mo sandwiches, filled with braised meats, chicken, or a vegetarian option. [Read more]
A fantastic party spot: a pub, a nightclub, and a hidden speakeasy tucked away in an underground chapel.
Sponsored - Meet at The Hide: it’s at once a massive pub, a nightclub under the arches, and even a speakeasy—a hidden bar at 500 Shooters. Book your evenings—you’ll love the festive vibe! [Read more]
Fat Belly, the crispy Asian rotisserie that's got the Marais drooling
New to the Marais, Fat Belly has everything it takes to become the new hotspot for food lovers. Roasted meats, house-made noodles and decadent desserts are all on the menu. [Read more]
Sobo, a vegetarian restaurant with Asian-inspired flavors in Paris's 17th arrondissement
Sobo, the new vegetarian restaurant in Paris’s 17th arrondissement offering Asian-inspired flavors, opens with a quirky idea: vinyl records spinning as you bite into 100% plant-based rolls. Whether you love taking your taste buds on a journey by spotlighting vegetables and other plant-based ingredients, or you’re just looking to have a good time, here’s the address. [Read more]
Sheesh by Danny Khezzar: we checked out his street-food spot in Paris
Sheesh, the street-food hotspot from chef Danny Khezzar has just opened in Paris’s 2nd arrondissement. We tasted his reimagined sandwiches, including a four-hands collaboration with Michel Roth, a must-try this season. [Read more]
Cubana Café: a lively restaurant, cocktails and a Cuban vibe in Montparnasse
Sponsored - Fancy a trip to Havana in the heart of Paris?
Welcome to Cubana Café, a unique bar, restaurant, and smoking room where a warm atmosphere and Cuban flavors await you from 11 a.m. to 4 a.m. during the week and until 5 a.m. on weekends.
Salsa lessons every Tuesday! [Read more]
Le Café de la Paix: The Stunning Historic Restaurant of Paris Facing the Opéra Garnier
Listed as a Historic Monument and opened in 1862, the Café de la Paix is one of Paris’s most iconic gastronomic landmarks. Located opposite the Opéra Garnier in the 9th arrondissement, it offers more affordable lunch menus, a popular Sunday brunch, and a menu crafted by chef Laurent André. [Read more]
Wonderwoods: the immersive restaurant in the heart of the enchanted forest at Val d'Europe (77)
Ephemera's immersive restaurant in Val d'Europe, Seine-et-Marne, is set in an enchanted forest. In a magical setting, Wonderwoods combines themed dishes, magical creatures and colorful fireflies, for a taste experience that borders on the spectacular. [Read more]
Ralph's Coffee: the elegant Ralph Lauren café in Saint-Germain-des-Prés
Ralph Lauren opens a typically American café on Paris's Boulevard Saint-Germain: Ralph's Coffee. In the heart of a 17th-century mansion, this address elegantly fuses authentic style and exquisite gourmet treats in a wooded setting, punctuated by touches of tartan and crystal chandeliers, where each tasting transports you to the chic, refined world of the fashion label. [Read more]
Science Festival 2026 at Sorbonne University: more than 80 activities centered on “Savory Science.”
Sponsored - Sorbonne Université celebrates the Science Festival on October 10-11 with more than 80 free activities centered on the theme “Savory Science,” a nod to the 100th anniversary of the Michelin star, first awarded in 1926, and a salute to France’s gastronomic and culinary heritage. [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]
Science Festival 2026: Behind the Scenes of Video Games at ISART Digital
The public is invited to go behind the scenes of digital creation at ISART Digital during the 2026 Science Festival. From technology, to 3D animation and video game development, the school puts the spotlight on the scientific disciplines that operate behind the screen. [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]
Fête de la Science 2026 at Université Paris Cité: the must-attend events you won’t want to miss!
Sponsored - From Thursday, October 1 to Monday, October 12, Université Paris Cité celebrates the Science Festival! This year’s theme, “Scholarly Flavors,” shines a light on a program that features no fewer than 80 free events—just as original and playful as they are educational: interactive workshops, lab tours, roundtables, and even a theatre performance! [Read more]
Halloween 2026: Halloween Evenings are back at AccroCamp
Sponsored - Frights guaranteed: AccroCamp Halloween Evenings return on Saturday, October 24 and Saturday, October 31, 2026, at all tree-top adventure parks across Île-de-France. A total nighttime immersion, blending adrenaline, chills, and big laughs, to be enjoyed with family or friends in a 100% Halloween ambiance. [Read more]
Science Festival 2026: a rich family-friendly program in Orsay (91)
The 2026 Science Festival takes place from October 2 to 12 in Orsay, in the Essonne department. The program includes workshops, talks, laboratory tours, and free activities for the whole family. Here are the events you won’t want to miss. [Read more]
Visiting the Invalides with family: the Army Museum, the Dome and Napoleon's Tomb
Can you visit the Invalides with a stroller? What does the ticket actually include, and should you try to see everything with the kids? The vast Paris landmark brings together the Army Museum, the Dome and Napoleon I’s tomb, plus the Museum of the Plans-Reliefs and the Museum of the Order of Liberation. Between armor, scale models, World War II, and the gilded dome, here’s what you need to know before heading there with the family. [Read more]
Visiting the Panthéon: everything you need to know to discover it with your family
Can you visit the Panthéon with a stroller? Do you have to descend stairs to reach the crypt, is the visit free for children, and is the panorama accessible? In the heart of the Latin Quarter, the monument lets you cross paths with Victor Hugo, Marie Curie, Joséphine Baker, or Alexandre Dumas. Stroller, steps, temperature, tickets and visiting with kids: here’s what you need to know before you go in as a family. [Read more]
Disneyland Paris with Kids: The Best Attractions by Age and Height
First rides, interactive missions, or big thrills: which attractions to do with kids at Disneyland Paris? Discover our picks based on their age, height, and interests, across both Disney Parks. [Read more]
Metro and RER updates: closures, work, and demonstrations in Paris this Thursday October 8, 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 Thursday October 8, 2026. [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]
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