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Things to do in Paris in October 2026
Events, festivals, and the public holidays that quietly close things — for Paris, France, in October 2026. The point isn't just the list. It's making sure the places you already want to see are actually open on the days you'll be there.
Planning a Paris trip in October?
Paste the recommendations you've collected — from friends, a ChatGPT itinerary, or blog listicles. ValidaTrip checks every place against your October dates: opening hours, closures, what needs booking ahead, and which Paris events overlap your trip.
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Events & festivals in Paris, October 2026
Dates and ticketing change constantly — treat this as a starting point and confirm anything you'd build a day around.
- Oct 1
Fête de la Gastronomie
A celebration of French gastronomy with various events, tastings, and workshops across the city. — Check local listings for specific events and reservations.
via GPT Festivals
- Oct 1 – Oct 2
Nuit Blanche
An all-night arts festival where museums, galleries, and public spaces open their doors for free, showcasing contemporary art installations. — No booking required, but check the schedule for specific installations.
via GPT Festivals
- Oct 1 – Oct 31
Paris Autumn Festival
A multidisciplinary festival featuring theater, music, dance, and visual arts, celebrating the vibrant cultural scene of Paris. — Tickets available through the festival's official website.
via GPT Festivals
- Oct 7 – Oct 9
Montmartre Wine Harvest Festival
A lively festival celebrating the grape harvest in Montmartre, featuring wine tastings, parades, and live music. — Free entry; wine tastings may require purchase.
via GPT Festivals
- Oct 31
Halloween in Paris
Various Halloween-themed events, parties, and activities throughout the city, including haunted tours and themed nights at bars and clubs. — Check local venues for specific events and ticketing information.
via GPT Festivals
Public holidays & closures in October 2026
No national public holidays fall in France during October 2026. Individual venues still keep their own closed days — ValidaTrip checks each place on your list against the exact dates you're there.
Turn this into a Paris plan that actually works
Open on your dates
Every place checked against the days you're actually in Paris — so you don't reach a locked door.
Booked before it sells out
Timed tickets and reservation-only spots get flagged while you can still get a slot.
One area per day
Places grouped by neighborhood so each day stays put instead of crossing Paris twice.
Questions
- What's on in Paris in October 2026?
- Around 5 notable events and festivals fall in October 2026, including Fête de la Gastronomie, Nuit Blanche, Paris Autumn Festival. Dates and times change — confirm each before you build your day around it.
- Are there public holidays in Paris during October 2026?
- No national public holidays fall in Paris during October 2026, but individual venues still have their own closed days.
- Will the places on my list be open when I'm in Paris in October?
- Not always. Opening days and hours vary by weekday, season, and holiday. Paste your Paris list into ValidaTrip and it checks every place against the exact dates you're there, flagging closures before the trip instead of at a locked door.
- How do I plan Paris days without crossing the city twice?
- ValidaTrip groups your places by neighborhood so each day stays in one or two areas instead of zig-zagging. It also flags what needs booking ahead, so timed tickets and reservations don't fall through.