Paris Events for October 2025

Top Paris events in October 2025 include the annual grape harvest festival at a historic vineyard in Montmartre, a couple of big art shows, 15 days of music during Jazz sur Seine, and Toussaints commemorations.

But that's just the beginning.  Look for exciting shows at all the major Paris museums, beautiful golden foliage throughout the city, the mouth-watering Salon du Chocolat, and boutiques bursting with the fall collections.  

Love the thrill of shopping for antique and vintage treasures?  Head to Paris's (and the world's ) biggest flea market, Les Puces, where their Fall Flea Fest celebration.

In even-numbered years - so next year, not this year - the world-famous Paris Motor Show brings over a million visitors to the city to see the latest automotive innovations.

Paris weather during October continues to be mild, with balmy nights, making October a wonderful month to explore the city while enjoying fall foliage colors.

October is the perfect month to enjoy sidewalk dining outside your favorite bistro while the warm weather lingers, soak up fall colors in Parisian parks (we'll suggest the best!), and check out some of the fun Halloween events in the city and at nearby Disneyland Paris.

You'll love visiting Paris in October!

Please note:  Daylight Savings Time ends in France and many other European countries at 2am on the morning of October 26 as clocks get turned back one hour. 

In other words, the day before (Saturday) will still be on DST, so you need to turn back your clock before going to bed in order to wake up at the right time on Sunday morning.

North American countries including the U.S., Canada, and Mexico end DST a week later at 2am on November 2.

Paris Holidays in October

The Toussaint school holidays take place across France from October 20 through November 5 this year (and Oct 18-Nov 3 next year, in case you're planning ahead), which means you may find some attractions to be more crowded than usual.

Top photo:  Le Marché des Enfants Rouges - 400 year old market (the oldest in Paris) in the 3rd arrondissement, (c) Paris Discovery Guide®

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October Concerts in Paris 2025

From jazz to rock, from opera to ballet, and blues to rap, you'll find your music at top concerts in Paris in October 2025.

Shorter days and crisp fall evenings make October an especially good month for classical concerts held in centuries-old churches.  Look for candlelight concerts for a special experience and don't miss the reopening of Paris's bigger venues such as AccorHotels Arena and the Olympia. 

Check the lineup to find top concerts, opera, ballet, and other music shows happening today, this weekend, and throughout October, and get your tickets now:

Paris concerts during October 2025 include include an exciting mix of opera and ballet, top contemporary artists such as Sting, Katy Perry, and Onerepublic, and classical concerts in historical churches, where you can hear favorites such as Mozart, Bach, Chopin, and Vivaldi:

• Bach at Saint-Germain - Saint-Germain-des-Pres Church, Symphorien Chapel - Oct 2, 8, 9, 15, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30
• Vivaldi's Four Seasons, Ave Maria, & Famous Concertos - Saint-Germain-des-Pres Church - Oct 3
• Opera a Palazzo: La Traviata - Jacquemart-Andre Museum - Oct 4, 18
• Four Seasons, Ave Maria, Mendelssohn - La Madeleine Church - Oct 4
• Concert: Vivaldi, Schubert, & more - Saint-Germain-des-Pres Church - Oct 4, 11, 18, 25
• OneRepublic - Accor Arena - Oct 7
• Sting - Accor Arena - Oct 9
• Vivaldi's Four Seasons & Mozart's A Little Night Music - La Madeleine Church - Oct 10
• Vivaldi's Four Seasons & Mozart's A Little Night Music - Saint Germain des Pres Church - Oct 17, 31
• Mozart's Requiem & Ravel's Bolero - La Madeleine Church - Oct 17, 25
• The Four Seasons, Ave Maria, & Mendelssohn - Saint-Germain-des-Pres Church - Oct 24
• Katy Perry - Accor Arena - Oct 24, Nov 4, 5
• Commemorative Concert for Chopin's Funeral at the Madeleine 1849 - La Madeleine Church - Oct 30
• Candlelight Concerts: Classical, Rock, Pop - Various Paris venues - Throughout the month

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Wine Harvest Festival in Montmartre

Montmartre's annual Grape Harvest Festival (Fête des Vendanges de Montmartre) takes place for five days through the second weekend of the month - October 8-12 (to be confirmed) this year. 

Over half a million visitors attend, making this the city's biggest event after Nuit Blanche in June and Paris Plage, Paris's popup summer beaches in July and August.

The festival involves traditional wine-making activities such as stomping on the grapes, but there's a lot more to do and see:  a Grand Parade with lots of music and dancing, a night race, vineyard tours and visits, a big tasting event with lots of free samples from exhibitors, numerous free concerts and other performances, and the traditional closing dance on Sunday at nearby Square Louis Michel at the foot of Sacré-Coeur (4:30-7:30pm, free admission, loads of fun!)

In addition, the festival includes appearances by many celebrities, food and wine tastings, and kids' events. 

Most events are free but some such as the vineyard tours require advance reservations.  You can find a schedule and list of events at the Festival's website, or stop by Montmartre Tourist Office (21 place du Tertre) for information from the multi-lingual staff. 

In case you're wondering, the harvest of Gamay, Pinot Noir, and 26 other types of grapes comes from a vineyard believed to date back to Roman times.

The current grape vines date from 1933, when thanks to urging by local residents, the City of Paris vetoed plans to build an apartment building on the hillside behind Musée de Montmartre and planted it with grapevines instead. 

The city still manages this vineyard, along with several others scattered around Paris (the newest one that we've spotted is on a north-facing slope at Arènes de Lutèce).  You can easily see Montmartre's grapevines from the street or the museum.

Although most of the 1,500 or so bottles of "Clos Montmartre" wine produced from the vines' harvest each year are auctioned to benefit local charities, you have a few other options for tasting it:  sample it at the Wine Festival or during one of the private "VIP" Montmartre tours that include the vineyard, or buy a small souvenir bottle from the Montmartre Tourist Office for around 50+ Euros (yes, that's very pricey for, quite honestly, not great wine - but all the proceeds go to charities).

Location:  Rue des Saules, 18th arrondissement 
Nearest Metro:  Abbesses; take the funicular up the hill

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Montmartre Tours

• Montmartre 2-Hour Walking Tour  - This fascinating walking tour shows you all the top sites of the Montmartre neighborhood, including the famous Sacre Coeur, artists studios in Place du Tertre, Moulin Rouge, and even the vineyard.  More about the tour
• Moulin Rouge Show - Experience the spectacular ambience and the "Féerie" show at the famous Moulin Rouge caberet in Montmartre as you sip Champagne.  Sells out fast - so you need to book well in advance.  More about the show
• Montmartre Cheese, Wine, & Pastry Tour - On this small-group walking tour of Montmartre, you'll sample cheeses, charcuterie, wine, pastries, and chocolate from the neighborhood's best artisan shops while your local expert guide shows you the hidden gems, private mansions, and breathtaking views in this unique part of Paris.  More about this tour

More Ways to Tour Montmartre: 

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Halloween Festival at Disneyland Paris during October

Indulge your passion for Halloween at Disneyland Paris as the Halloween Festival takes over the Park as Disney villains, witches, and wicked stepmothers roam the streets. 

Look for "meets and greets" with your favorite Disney Villainous Masters, while Mischief Makers and Mysterious Hosts create a ghoulishly fun Halloween experience for you.

Disneyland fans consider the Halloween Fest to be one of the top things to do in Paris in October.  Look for fun adventures and hair-raising attractions plus lots of Halloween decorations everywhere.   And don't forget to explore the new Avengers Land attractions.

For the biggest thrills of the season, visit on October 31st when Disney's unforgettable Halloween Party will bewitch the park from 8 pm to 2 am.  Places are limited so you need to book early.

When:  October 1 - November 3 (to be confirmed)

Disneyland Paris and Transportation

Take RER A to the Marne-la-Valee station across a small plaza from Disneyland Paris, and buy your tickets at the gate (don't forget to validate them after you go through the gate and hold on to them in case of a checkpoint - you can find more details about best ways to get to Disneyland Paris and how to avoid various RER fines here).

Check out these options to make your trip faster and easier:

Find out more about celebrating Halloween in Paris

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Day Trips from Paris:  October Picks

October is a wonderful time to explore some of the exciting and famous attractions outside of Paris.  Here are 3 of the most popular small group day trip choices:

• Normandy D-Day Landing Beaches - You'll visit Omaha Beach and other D-Day landing beaches in Normandy, the Operation Overlord Museum, and German bunkers, and learn about the dramatic events of June 6, 1944 from your expert guide - Book now
• Mont Saint Michel Tour & Cider Tasting - Explore the famous abby and fortified island town mostly at your own pace, and make a special stop to enjoy some famous Normandy Cider Pommeau and Calvados - Book now
• Versailles Palace & Gardens - During this guided skip-the-line tour of the famous chateau, you'll see the Hall of Mirrors and other famous rooms in the palace, and explore the lush gardens.  Book now
• Monet's Giverny - Visit Claude Monet's home and the gorgeous garden and water lily pond that inspired his famous Water Lilies paintings in this half-day trip with a guide from Paris - Book now

Find out about other exciting Day Trips from Paris

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Salon d'Automne  (Fall Art Show)

The prestigious Salon d'Automne art show features well-known to emerging contemporary French and International artists. 

Since its first exhibition in 1903 when artists such as Guimard, Cezanne, Bonnard, Roualt, and Matisse rebelled against the "academic" artists and decided to put on their own show, Salon d'Automne has been known as the place where new artistic trends, styles of expression, and artists who will become famous in the future can be discovered.

This year, the show presents the work of almost 1,000 artists, including a number of new participants, from 40+ countries.

When: October 22-26 (to be confirmed)
Where: Champs Elysees, in temporary pavilions between the Arc de Triomphe and Place de la Concorde - entrance at Place Georges Clemenceau by Petit Palais
Admission:  15€, with reduced and free prices for various groups such as art students

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Paris Exhibits - Must-See Shows for October

Here are just a few of the top exhibitions you can see in Paris this month:

• Picasso Museum: Revoir Picasso -  A look at Picasso's most emblematic works
  Dates:  through March 12, 2027
  Tickets:  Book your Picasso Museum ticket or enter free of charge with a Paris Museum Pass.  For a VIP experience, book a private small-group tour.
  Location: 5 Rue de Thorigny, Paris 3;  Metro: Saint-Paul or Filles du Calvaire
• Musee d'Orsay: Sargent: The Paris Years - With over 90 major works, this exhibition brings together some of this famous American painter's most seminal works.
  Dates:  September 23 - January 11, 2026
  Book a reserved access ticket for skip-the-line access, or use your Paris Museum Pass for free entry
  Location: 1 Rue de la Légion d'Honneur, Paris 7;  Metro: Pont de l'Alma; Invalides
• Maison Européenne de la Photographie: Shows include Edward Weston: Becoming Modern, Tyler Mitchell: Wish This Was Real, and recent works by Felipe Beltran and Sarah Van
  Dates:  October 15 - January 25, 2026
  Tickets:  14€ adults - sometimes a short line, but usually moves fast; you can also book online for an extra euro; museum website; closed on Mondays
  Location: 5 Rue de Fourcy, Paris 4;  Metro:  Saint Paul

Find many more Paris museum exhibitions for October & future months

More about what to see & do at Fondation Louis Vuitton

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Paris Museum and Attractions Passes

Get free admission and skip-the-line access to 60+ museums in and near Paris when you have a Paris Museum Pass for 2, 4, or 6 days.  (Access to special shows may require additional ticket.) 

More info

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Jazz sur Seine

Music - specifically, jazz - fills the air during the Paris Jazz Club Association's massive Jazz sur Seine event from October 6 - 31 (to be confirmed). 

This year, 450 artists will play more than 200 concerts at 20 different clubs. 

This festival is a wonderful opportunity to hear well-known artists as well as many new talents who may be new to you.  It's also an excellent excuse (not that you need one) to explore Paris's lively jazz club scene, considered second only to New York.  You'll hear everything from traditional jazz to electro, blues to Latinx.

Ticket prices vary according to venue and artist.  At small clubs, just the cost of a drink or a 10€ cover will get you in.  Other shows require tickets, mostly in an affordable 12€-35€ range, and you can also save with a 3-concerts pass for 40€.  The festival's "Discovery" offer lets you attend one concert for 10€ (limited to 1 per person).

More information and event schedule:  https://www.parisjazzclub.net

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Soak Up Fall Foliage Colors in these Parisian Parks 

Where's the best place to view fall foliage in Paris?  Thanks to the city's many parks, you'll see plenty of fall colors everywhere during October, but here are four favorite locations:

• Jardin des Tuileries across from the Louvre - There's nothing more beautiful than the golden foliage of the plane trees during autumn in Paris.  Stroll through the long allées, or relax by the reflecting pools.  Nearest Metro Station:  Tuileries; 1st arrondissement
• Parc Monceau - Filled with specimen trees that turn spectacular colors in the fall, this leafy park also contains a colonnade, a miniature Egyptian pyramid, a temple, a windmill, a grotto, an Italian vineyard, and a pond.  It sounds crazy like a crazy mix but feels enchanting as you stroll around the park, which is particularly lovely in autumn.  Nearest Metro Station:  Monceau; Blvd de Courcelles, 8th arrondissement
• Parc des Buttes Chaumont - This park boasts dramatic cliffs, a lake, a waterfall, a grotto, and even a mountain, plus local and exotic trees imported from around the world.  It's always spectacular - but even more so during the fall with the foliage turns golden - plus you'll find some sweeping views of the whole city.   Nearest Metro Stations:  Buttes Chaumont and Botzaris; 19th arrondissement
• Canal Saint-Martin - Golden foliage along both banks of the canal cast lovely reflections in the water.  For the best views, go to the top of one of the arched iron bridges crossing the canal at intervals.  Once you've had your fill of fall colors, stop by one of the neighborhood's acclaimed bakeries or bistros for a snack or meal - perhap an orange blossom brioche at the Du Pain & Des Idées boulangerie (34 Rue Yves Toudic; closed on weekends), brunch at Chez Prune (36 Rue Beaurepaire), or currywurst-frites at Wunderbär (16 Rue Beaurepaire).   Nearest Metro Station:  Republique; 10th arrondissement

And don't forget the city's two huge wooded parklands on the east and west sides of Paris:  Bois de Vincennes in the 12th arrondissement, and Bois de Bologne in the 16th arrondissement.

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Find a Few Parisian Ghosts & Spirits in these Cemeteries

To get into the spirit of Halloween on October 31 and All Saint's Day on November 1, stroll through these 4 fascinating Parisian cemeteries to soak up the ambiance of departed spirits and perhaps even imagine a few ghosts:

Père Lachaise Cemetery

Parisians call Père Lachaise Cemetery in the Menilmontant neighborhood in far northeast Paris la Cite des Morts - the City of the Dead - and its rolling hills, elaborate monuments, and haunting beauty make it easy to channel the spirits of those buried here, including Molière, La Fontaine, Baron Haussmann, Isadora Duncan, Yves Montand, Simone Signoret, Frédéric Chopin, Oscar Wilde, Delacroix, Victor Hugo, and Jim Morrison of The Doors.  

Closest Metro station:  Père Lachaise (Lines 2, 3), Blvd de Menilmontant and Avenue Gambetta, 20th arrondissement - you'll easily spot an entrance as you reach the top of the stairs from the station.

Père Lachaise Cemetery Guided Tour:  This 3-hour walking tour leads you through the maze of haunting and romantic tombs, and shows you the graves of famous and infamous occupants such as Jim Morrison, Edith Piaf, Oscar Wilde, and Chopin.  You'll learn about the interesting and tragic histories of many of those buried there.  More

Where to find the most famous 101 graves at Père-Lachaise on a Self-Guided Tour

Montparnasse Cemetery

Montparnasse Cemetery, a tranquil expanse in a part of the 14th arrondissement once popular with early 20th century artists, intellectuals, and writers is where you'll find the graves of Simone de Beauvoir, Jean-Paul Sartre, Charles Baudelaire, Serge Gainsbourg, Susan Sontag, and Eugène Ionesco.  

Filled with dappled light on sunny days but never really gloomy, even in the rain, it's where you'll often see neighborhood residents out for an evening walk.

Getting there: Avenue Rachel, 18th arr; Metro station:  Blanche (Line 2)

Montmartre Cemetery

Montmartre Cemetery, smaller and with quirkier monuments than the other two cemeteries, stretches across small hills and shadowy hollows in the southeast corner of the arty Abbesses Butte Montmartre quarter. 

Reputedly home to a band of feral cats, Cimetière Montmartre normally attracts only a trickle of visitors compared with other major cemeteries. 

However, this is where you can visit the final resting place for a number of creative elites including François Truffaut, Gustave Moreau, Heinrich Heine, Stendhal, Alexandre Dumas, Dalida, and Edgar Degas. 

Getting there:  3 Blvd Edgar Quinet, 14th arr; Metro station:  Edgar Quinet (Line 6)

Passy Cemetery

Passy Cemetery, another small cemetery with a fascinating assortment of elaborate tombs (such as the re-creation of an artist's studio) that reflect the wealth of its permanent residents, such as Guerlain (of perfume fame) family member and Bao Dai, the last Emperor of Vietnam. 

You'll also find a few artists such as Berthe Morisot and Edouard Manet, as well as composer Claude Debussy. 

Wonderful views of the Eiffel Tower across the Seine add to the charming ambiance.

Getting there:  2 Rue du Commandant Schloesing, 16th arr; Metro station:  Trocadero

More ways to experience Halloween in Paris

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PhotoSaintGermain 

Almost three dozen Saint Germain galleries, specialty museums, bookstores, cultural venues, and even Hotel La Louisiane (storied haunt of jazz age and later musicians, including Jim Morrison) stage PhotoSaintGermain during late October and November to celebrate contemporary photography and emerging photographers with exhibitions, presentations, studio visits, and meet-ups. 

If you love to see what's new and trending in the art of photography, don't miss this wonderful opportunity to visit the participating galleries and other venues.  Check the event's website for addresses, event dates, and an interactive map of locations.  As you'll see, many of the galleries are clustered in Saint-Germain's "Design District," so you can easily do your own self-directed art stroll.

Dates:  October 29 - November 22 (to be confirmed); hours and open/closed days vary based on venue and activity
Admission:  Free (although most of the art is available for purchase)

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Paris Fashion Week Continues: Womens Ready to Wear 2025

Paris Fashion Week for Women's Ready-To-Wear continues in October at multiple locations around the city and features numerous events showcasing French and International designers such as Chanel, Galliano, Dior, Givency, Vuitton, Miu Miu, Alexander McQueen, Balenciaga, Saint Laurent, Sandro, Comme des Garçons, Courrèges, Maje, Vanessa Bruno, and Isabel Marant. 

Models strut down the runways wearing the collections you'll see in Paris stores next spring and summer.

The ticketed shows are generally by invitation only, so unless you're lucky enough to snag one, you can catch a glimpse of the models near the venue locations, typically in the 1st, 3rd, 4th, 7th, 8th, and 16th arrondissements. 

The Grand Palais, Palais Galliera, the Eiffel Tower and nearby Champs des Mars, Place des Vosges, Tuileries Garden near the Louvre, Palais Royal Garden, Hotel de Ville, Palais de Tokyo, and Pompidou are usually safe bets if you want to join the paparazzi, as well as designer ateliers in the Marais neighborhood.

Even if you're not remotely interested in fashion, this show may impact you if you're planning a trip to Paris in September because hotel rates usually soar MUCH higher during the event - so if you're cost-conscious, consider planning your visit for earlier in the month.

When:  September 29 - October 7

Paris Tours for Fashionistas

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Jazz à la Villette

The Jazz à la Villette Festival stages two weekends of superb musical events in Parc de la Villette's major venues:  Philharmonie de Paris, Grande Halle de La Villette, and Cité de la Musique.  

Don't miss this unforgettable experience of hearing some of the best French and international musicians at one of the world's leading jazz fests,  

There's also a special kids' program. 

The festival runs from August 29 - September 8. 

Lineup and more information:  Jazz à la Villette website

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Halloween Evening at Le Grand Rex in Paris

Celebrate Halloween in Paris at the Grand Rex movie theatre movie theatre when they host their annual Halloween Movies Night programming on October 31. 

Get your fill of Halloween horror cult classics plus a few newer shows such as The Thing, Five Nights at Freddy's, Christine, Psychosis, and The Exorcist.

The Rex website posts the schedule details about 1 week before the big event.

Find out more about celebrating Halloween in Paris

More to Do & See at the Grand Rex in Paris

Dance all Night at the Rex Club 

If you're an electro music fan, an evening (or more) at this top EDM club is a must as resident and guest artists and DJs serve up the best of techno, New Wave, dance, house, and everything in between.  Check the Rex Club website for the schedule.

Look Behind the Scenes at the Grand Rex

Experience the world of cinema during this interactive "behind the scenes" tour of Rex Studios as you see the backstage area, archived images, film sets, special effects, and the building's original 1932 Art Deco decor. Includes headphones with audio guide in English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, and Russian. 

Book Now

Location:  1 Boulevard Poissonnière, 2nd arrondissement
Nearest Metro: Bonne Nouvelle

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Foire de Chatou (Antiques & Collectibles Fair at Chatou) 2025

If you love searching for treasures at flea markets and antique shops, you won't want to miss France's biggest and oldest antiques fair held this month (and in March) a few miles outside of Paris (but easy to get to on the RER). 

What will you find?  Basically, everything that might fall under the label of "antiques," "vintage," and "collectibles" - fine art, furniture, decor, fashion accessories, jewelry, tableware, chandeliers and other light fixtures, toys, mirrors, books and maps, and so much more, from the 17th century through the 20th.

All of the 300 dealers at the fair are vetted professionals, and experts are on hand to certify authenticity, if needed.  Shippers are also available, in case you can't resist, for example, an 18th century marble fireplace mantle for your living room back home.

Dates:  September 26 - October 5
Admission:  10€
Location:  Ile des Impressionnistes (Isle of the Impressionists), Chatou, France
More information:   website

Directions:  Take the RER A toward Saint-Germain-en-Laye from Paris. Get off at the Rueil-Malmaison station and take the free shuttle to the fair (you can also walk - it's about half a mile), or go one stop farther and get off at the Chatou Croissy station (try to exit at the end of the train) and walk across the footbridge over the Seine River to the fair.  

Find out more about Foire de Chatou and other Paris flea markets, antiques auctions, and "brocantes"

Pro tip:  If you think you might acquire something of carryable size, consider bringing a sturdy canvas shopping bag.

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Maison Gainsbourg:  A Quirky House Museum to Explore in October

The home of French music icon Serge Gainsbourg, located at 5 bis Rue de Verneuil in the 6th arrondissement, has now opened as a museum with permanent and temporary exhibitions celebrating the singer-songwriter's life, thanks to years of effort by his daughter, Charlotte Gainsbourg. 

Although the interior of the singer-songwriter's house is said to have remained untouched for most of the period since his death 30 years ago, the black-painted exterior wall has long been used by fans as a place to express their devotion in urban-art style with messages and drawings.

Two ways to explore are on offer:  1) a stroll through the house, accompanied by an original sound track featuring never-before-published recordings from Gainsbourg's archives and his daughter's voice as she recalls memories of her dad, and 2) a visit to the museum exhibition space.

Maison Gainsbourg is open from 10am - 5pm, Monday through Friday.

Tickets to the combined house and museum tour are currently sold out (due to space limitations, only a few visitors can move through the house at one time), but you can still reserve museum-only tickets.  See the Maison Gainsbourg website for more info. 

For more ideas, see our complete guide to Paris museums & monuments

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Salon du Chocolat

Part trade show, part entertainment, the Salon du Chocolat lets you immerse yourself in all things chocolate as over 500 chocolate producers, pastry chefs, candy makers, and artisans from around the world present five days packed with activities and events. 

You can attend cooking demos by top chefs at the Pastry Show, discover the wonders of chocolate at the Cacao Show, indulge in tastings at the Chocosphere, and enjoy a fashion show with models dressed in chocolate. 

Kids at this family-friendly event love the fun workshops set up just for them - and of course, the chocolate.

When:  Oct 30 - November 3, open 10am-7pm each day
Location:  Porte de Versailles, Pavilion 5
Getting there:   Metro station and Tramway:  Porte des Versailles, 15th arrondissement
Tickets:  16€ adults, 8€ children from 3-12, free for children under 3 - available at the door
More information:   Salon du Chocolat website

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Festival d'Automne (Autumn Festival) Paris 2025

The Paris Autumn Festival (which extends until the end of January) showcases the latest creations and artists (international as well as French) in contemporary dance, theater, music, cinema, and visual arts at a variety of venues around Paris, including Galeries Lafayette in the 9th, the Grand Hall at Parc de la Villette in the 19th arrondissement, the Pinault Collection at Bourse de Commerce and Louvre in the 1st, and Pompidou Center in the 4th, just to name a few.

This is a hugely popular festival, with over 50 events (many of which extend over several or more days) at over 70 venues in and near Paris.

Most events are ticketed, and many sell out quickly, so don't wait to book, which you can do through the event's website.  (Tip:  To see both the venues and the schedule, click the "Venues" tab on the nav bar.)

Dates:  Early September 2025 through January 2026

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Paris Motor Show - NOT in 2025

The huge Paris Motor Show, held every other year in even-numbered years, normally attracts well over 1 million visitors from 100+ countries around the world who come to see the latest automotive innovations and the cars of the future.  This is an OFF year.

The show will take place from TBD, 2026.

What can you expect to see and do?  Almost 250 car brands will be showing their glitziest models and technologies, including autonomous vehicles.  Check out (and even sit in) your favorites, attend presentations, watch videos, and revel in the latest and greatest cars of your dreams.

If you're visiting Paris while this show is underway, be aware that the city's hotels will be filling to capacity and last-minute rates will soar as over half the Paris Motor Show visitors coming from outside of the city - so make your own hotel reservations early!

When:  TBD, 2026, 10am-8pm; open until 10pm on weekends
Where:   Porte de Versailles Convention Center, 15th arrondissement
Tickets:  Coming soon
Getting there:  Porte de Versailles Metro station; Tramway Porte de Versailles Parc des Expositions station

Planning to come to this show?  Check out best nearby hotels in Paris 15

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ParisArtistes

ParisArtistes takes place every other year, and is scheduled to return in 2025.

Paris turns into a city-wide art show when ParisArtistes features the work of top painters, photographers, sculptors, and other artists displayed in public spaces across the city.

With free admission to all venues, it's your chance to see the best of contemporary art being created right now in Paris. 

If you're visiting Paris, these shows let you see lots of exciting art while giving you a great excuse to explore the surrounding neighborhoods at the same time.

You can find details on the ParisArtistes website or the ParisArtistes Facebook page.

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