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Halloween 2026 in Paris: discover our ideas for things to do!

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Family visits, thrilling experiences, fancy dress parties: discover our ideas for things to do for Halloween and Dia de los Muertos in Paris

Each year, the magic of Halloween is a little more widespread in the streets of Paris … And on this occasion, there is plenty to do as a family. Those who love a good scare are also invited to discover unexpected experiences – goosebumps guaranteed!


BOOK YOUR ACTIVITIES FOR HALLOWEEN IN PARIS

🎯With the family ...

📌Disney's Halloween Festival

On the occasion of Disneyland® Paris Halloween Festival, ghosts, pumpkins and the greatest Villains invade Disneyland Paris! Terrifying animations await young and old children to shiver in the company of the characters they love to hate: Maleficent, Jafar, Captain Hook, the Queen of Hearts, Cruella ... Don't miss the Pranking Spirits parade during Mickey's Halloween Celebration!

📌Halloween at the Parc Astérix

Halloween at the Parc Astérix means activities and characters get out of control! Haunted houses, evil creatures and fantastic monsters terrorize (or amuse) Young Gauls. This year, to celebrate the 18th edition of Fear in the Park, incredible entertainment and shows will thrill young and old alike: the new attraction The Forest of No Return, the Souk – a new Egyptian horror zone where shadows and creatures appear without warning – the Monster Parade, aboard terrifying chariots, and the Hells of Pompeii, a haunted house... This year, enjoy 6 night-time events until 1am!

  • Parc Astérix - Plailly
    Times: 10am-6pm. from 3 October to 8 November 2026

📌Dia de los muertos at the Jardin d'Acclimatation

The Jardin d'Acclimatation joins the Mexican sun during the All Saints' Day period with the famous "Dia de los muertos" fiesta. For five weeks, from 3 October to 1st November 2026, you can immerse yourself in Mexican folklore, surrounded by mariachis, catrinas, skeletons and impressive fire artists. Spectacular attractions await, including the haunted river, aboard ghost boats, and the Mayan Temple, an immersive maze punctuated with special effects. A festive atmosphere, music, colours and dancers set the pace for the journey, before you witness a breathtaking baile de fuego at dusk.

📌The Halloween Kids tour with Tootbus

Climb aboard a bus worthy of a haunted house for a spellbinding tour of the City of Light... The tour includes gently scary anecdotes about Paris, games and sweets! Put on your finest outfits to discover a hidden side of Paris!

  • Tootbus - 13 rue Auber, Paris 9th arrondissement
    31 October 2026 - 1 departure at 3pm

📌Cursed cruise and crossing of the damned with Bateaux Parisiens

Cross the Seine in a dark and terrifying world. For Halloween, Bateaux Parisiens is dressing up in its finest costumes for two special Halloween-themed cruises.

  • Bateaux Parisiens - Port de la Bourdonnais, Paris 7th arrondissement
    Children’s cruise ‘The Cursed Cruise’: Friday 30th and Saturday 31st at 3 pm. Adults’ cruise ‘The Crossing of the Damned’: Friday 30th and Saturday 31st at 6 pm and 9 pm

📌Halloween Cruise: Pirates of the Seine by Vedettes de Paris

Embark on an unusual cruise from 29 to 31 October 2026. The theme? Pirates and monsters! There’ll be plenty of activities on the quayside: face painting for children, a meet-and-greet with a pirate, and pirate-themed decorations. All aboard!

  • Vedettes de Paris - Port de la Bourdonnais, Paris 7th arrondissement
    From 29 to 31 October 2026

📌The Parc de l'Étrange at Parc André Citroën

After its success at the Domaine de Saint-Cloud, the Parc de l'Étrange is moving to Parc André Citroën in the 15th arrondissement this year. Thirteen unique worlds, over 1,500 lights, fireworks and costumed actors (witches, zombies, white ladies, etc.) immerse young and old alike in a magical and frightening adventure. An immersive, family-friendly Halloween outing in one of Paris's largest parks! Admission fee applies.

  • Parc André Citroën - Rue de la Montagne de l'Espérou, Paris 15th arrondissement
    From 16 October to 31 October 2026. Two special evenings: 31 October and 1 November 2026

📌Legends and Nightmares at the Grand Hôtel des Rêves

From 23 to 31 October 2026, the Grand Hôtel des Rêves unveils a brand-new night-time version of its immersive tour with Legends and Nightmares, an experience specially designed for Halloween. By the dim light of the darkened sets, visitors are invited to explore the hotel’s mysterious corridors and choose their own adventure from a selection of tales inspired by the greatest legends and dark stories. Whether encountering Dracula, exploring the Parisian catacombs or tracking down the Beast of Gévaudan: every door opens onto a new thrill.
Combining immersive theatre, fantasy and suspense, these nine exceptional evenings promise a captivating journey into the tales that haunt the collective imagination.

  • Grand Hôtel des Rêves – 47 rue du Cardinal Lemoine – 75005 Paris – ages 12 and over

📌Halloween in Paris La Défense

From 26 to 31 October 2026, Paris La Défense gets into the Halloween spirit with a week of events that are as festive as they are monstrous. Young and old alike can immerse themselves in an atmosphere teeming with fantastical creatures through a massive monster hunt, pumpkin-carving workshops and spectacular parades of giant characters around the neighbourhood. With thrills, games and family-friendly entertainment, this free event transforms Europe’s largest business district into a giant playground dedicated to Halloween.

📌Pumpkin Festival at La Ferme de Gally

All three sites of La Ferme de Gally are celebrating pumpkins for Halloween! Children are invited to take part in the Jack O’Lantern workshop, using pumpkins grown on the farm to carve them with family or friends and create a terrifying design! When night falls, all you need to do is place a candle inside to watch the playful shadows dancing in the darkness. The workshop is suitable for children aged 3 and over.

Ferme de Gally – Saint-Cyr-l’École, Sartrouville and Saint-Denis
20–31 October 2026

📌Día de Los Muertos at Parrot World

From 3 October to 11 November 2026, Parrot World will be transformed to celebrate El Día de los Muertos: watch spooky skits on the Amazonia Trek, have a go at all the fairground rides at Plaza Fiesta, a Mexican village square – all included in the admission ticket. An immersive, family-friendly getaway just half an hour east of Paris.

  • Parrot World - Crécy-La-Chapelle
    From 3 October to 11 November 2026

📌Treasure hunt at Bercy Village

On 28 October 2026, Bercy Village will be transformed into an adventure playground for young and old alike with its treasure hunt. Young adventurers, armed with clues and a game booklet, will set off in search of the ingredients needed to brew the witch’s magic potion, exploring the streets, shop windows and hidden corners of the village. As a reward: a tasty treat for all participants.

  • Bercy Village – Cour Saint-Émilion, Paris 12th arrondissement
    Wednesday 28 October 2026, from 12 noon to 4.30 pm. Free of charge; register on the day between 12 noon and 4.30 pm

📌Wizard school at the Bergerie Nationale

The Bergerie Nationale in Rambouillet will be transformed into a wizard school worthy of Hogwarts from 17 October to 2 November 2026 ! Puzzles to solve, a maze of horrors, a pumpkin garden, carriage rides... All under the watchful eye of the farm animals, of course!

📌Not even a bit scared at the Jardin des Plantes

Every year at Halloween, the Jardin des Plantes puts the spotlight on its little creatures that have a reputation for being scary: snakes, spiders… through hands-on discovery, activities designed to challenge preconceptions, and themed decorations.

  • Jardin des Plantes, 57 rue Cuvier, 75005 Paris Every day during the All Saints’ Day holidays

📌The Big Halloween Day at the Maurice Genevoix Library

The Genevoix Library has organised a very special day for children on 31 October 2026. In the morning, the youngest children (up to 7 years old) take centre stage with board games, a treasure hunt, creative workshops and spine-tingling story readings. In the afternoon, older children can enjoy an escape game, a ‘Cinélloween’ film screening and a reading of the ‘Même pas Peur’ stories by a storyteller. The day will round off with a musical snack time!

  • Maurice Genevoix Library 19 rue Tristan Tzara, Paris 18th arrondissement 31 October 2026

📌Treasure hunt: Conspiracy at the Conciergerie

Immerse yourself in the history of one of Paris’s most iconic monuments through a life-size role-playing game on Saturday 31 October 2026. Twelve people will step into the shoes of fascinating characters and attempt to solve the mysteries of the site using clues. As the number of participants is very limited, you must register as soon as possible.

La Conciergerie, 2 Boulevard du Palais, 75001 Paris
31 October 2026

🎯More special Halloween events

But there’s plenty for children too: entertainment, a witches’ ball, a treasure hunt and Halloween-themed attractions at France Miniature, from 3 October to 1 November 2026, and special activities at Mer de Sable such as the ‘Mission Fantômes’ adventure, the Haunted House and the ‘Train des âmes’ every weekend from 3 October, and every day from 17 October to 1 November 2026. Nigloland is celebrating Nigloween amidst an impressive display of pumpkins, chrysanthemums and heather, featuring the ‘Cosmos’ show, a host of daily activities and a gourmet witches’ village stocked with pretzels, ‘flam’s’ and grilled specialities (from 26 September to 11 November 2026).

Ile de loisirs de Jablines-Annet is once again offering its unique Zombie Quest experience, a life-size escape game amidst zombies, on Saturday 31 October 2026.

In Paris, zombies also take centre stage at the Zombie Walk on 17 October 2026; meet at 1 pm at Place de la République for a quirky and terrifying parade.
From Monday 26 October to Sunday 1 November 2026, Gamescape is bringing the famous game of Werewolf to the dark, vaulted cellars of Île Saint-Louis. Actors will take charge of the game to allow participants to fully immerse themselves in ‘La Meute’ – the name of this unique experience!
Meanwhile, Batman Escape is inviting the Scarecrow and the Riddler into its escape room scenarios from 19 October to 1 November 2026. Thrills and chills are guaranteed!

Chantilly Castle is organising unique torch-lit tours of the castle for children aged 7 and over, from 19 October to 1 November 2026. Blandy-les-Tours Castle is organising murder mystery parties from 16 to 31 October 2026. Breteuil Castle is organising a haunted night at the castle (17 October 2026) as well as a two-day Halloween Festival on 24 and 25 October, followed by two murder mystery parties on 30 and 31 October 2026. The Château de Ferrières in Seine-et-Marne is organising one of the most immersive Halloween experiences in Île-de-France on 30 and 31 October 2026: an immersive mystery, theatrical scenes and extended access to the ‘zone of terror’, a buffet, a dance party… A packed programme! Even more original, the CNRS is taking over the Château de Button in Gif-sur-Yvette for the second edition of its terrifyingly scientific evening, which will combine an escape game, a photography exhibition and round-table discussions on Friday 30 October 2026, from 7 pm to 11 pm.

Treat yourself to an experience as mysterious as it is spellbinding with the Rueil Club Loisirs Horror Walk in the heart of the Bois de Saint-Cucufa. As night falls, a storyteller leads participants along the forest paths through fantastical tales, eerie legends and spine-tingling stories. Designed for young and old alike, this immersive walk combines the magical atmosphere of autumn with the thrill of a good scare, offering an original and enjoyable outing to share with the family and celebrate Halloween in a different way.

Another way to celebrate Halloween! Tickle your taste buds! The big names often unveil limited edition creations. This is the case every year at Ladurée, La Mère de Famille, Patrick Roger, Alain Ducasse and La Maison du Chocolat... Thrills and spills guaranteed! How about making your own Halloween treats?

Are you more into icy Halloween? The Courbevoie ice rink will be transformed into an ice rink on 31 October 2026, with free crêpes and hot drinks and a competition for the best costume!

The Jérôme Seydoux – Pathé Foundation is organising a film and theatre event: ‘The Horrible Little Cinematograph’, a special Halloween event. For older audiences, head to the Ciné 104 in Pantin to attend special screenings of vampire films on 30 and 31 October 2025. At the Méliès cinema in Montreuil, Europe’s largest arthouse cinema, the event is scheduled for 24 October 2026. During the Nuit du Méliès, 25 screenings will take place in six themed auditoriums from 7.30 pm until the early hours of the morning. Among the films being screened? The Twilight saga, The Silence of the Lambs, Alien… The Jérôme Seydoux – Pathé Foundation is organising a film show: ‘L’horrible petit cinématographe’, a special Halloween event on 31 October at 2.30 pm.

Throughout the autumn, from 3 October 2026 to 10 January 2027, the Palais des Glaces will be staging the musical ‘La Maison Hantée’. An immersive musical that is sure to leave a lasting impression!

Did you know that Halloween has its roots in Celtic folklore? The Irish Cultural Centre is organising 'Celtic Horrors', a film festival, on Thursday 30 October and Friday 31 October 2026 at the Les 3 Luxembourg cinema in Paris’s 6th arrondissement, where you can discover four horror films directed by Irish, Welsh and Scottish filmmakers.

Halloween also takes place, above all, in the streets, with trick-or-treating and neighbourhood parades.

Even more surprising, the Virage club, an unusual party venue beneath the ring road, is welcoming a rather unexpected crowd: children! On 31 October, they’ll be invited to take part in the Horror Party, a free event from 2 pm to 6 pm featuring a DJ set, face painting, a bouncy castle and sweets.

Halloween and Día de los Muertos 2026 in Paris in pictures

Festival Halloween Disney - Affiche 2026
© Disney
Halloween - Fête des morts - Aquarium tropical - Enfants maquillés
© Palais de la Porte Dorée
Dia de los muertos - Jardin d'Acclimatation - Affiche 2025
© Jardin d'Acclimatation
Dia de los muertos - Jardin d'Acclimatation - Baile de Fuego
© Sylvain Bachelot
Dia de los muertos - Jardin d'Acclimatation - Catrina sur scène
© Sylvain Bachelot
© Ronan Rocher
Jungle Palace Halloween © Jungle Palace
Jungle Palace Halloween © Jungle Palace

🎯Halloween 2026 in museums in Paris and the Greater Paris area

Museums are not to be outdone and are organising extraordinary events for the occasion. This is particularly true of the Bourget Air and Space Museum (on 31 October 2026) and the Cité de l’Architecture (on 3 and 31 October 2026), both of which are hosting murder mystery parties – a sort of giant Cluedo where guests can conduct an investigation in an exceptional setting. Meanwhile, the Hôtel de la Marine invites the curious to a ‘Bal des Revenants’ – a grand evening where Parisians past and present take to the dance floor – on Friday 30 October 2026. In the 17th arrondissement, the Jean-Jacques Henner Museum has organised surprising, fantastical guided tours by candlelight on 31 October 2026, offering a different way to discover the artworks and the venue. The Musée de l’Homme has also organised special events, including a themed tour centred on fear, featuring family challenges on 31 October and 1 November, and a night-time mystery tour for adults only on 30 October. The Cité de l’Économie is also planning a special Halloween day on 31 October 2026. What’s on the programme? A mystery tour, fancy dress, face painting, a concert and stories of economic crises, of course! At the Curie Museum, an unusual murder mystery party will take place on 31 October: Case 226. For two hours, teams will roam the corridors of this historic laboratory in an attempt to solve a crime!

The Paul Eluard Museum of Art and History in Saint-Denis has organised family tours of the exhibition ‘Believing and Healing. And Deliver Us from Evil’ on 28 October 2026.

Meanwhile, the Paradox Museum, a firm favourite with children, is hosting eight ‘Nights of the Raven’ from Saturday 24 to Saturday 31 October 2026, centred around the world of Edgar Allan Poe. Optical illusions, live performances and treasure hunts are all on the programme!

The Gourmet Chocolate Museum invites young and old alike to make delicious chocolates at a special Halloween workshop in October 2026.

At the Guimet Museum, join us on 31 October 2026 for a blood-curdling K-Horror Night! What’s on the programme? A screening of the first two instalments of the cult trilogy by the undisputed master of horror film, Yeon Sang-ho: Train to Busan and Seoul Station.

🎯Halloween 2026 for grown-ups...

📌Dream Nation Halloween Music Festival at the Paris Nord Exhibition Centre

For its 13th edition, on 30 and 31 October 2026, Dream Nation is putting together a massive weekend of celebrations: six stages, over sixty artists, and some 40,000 festival-goers expected over two nights. On the line-up? Don Diablo, Infected Mushroom, Marion Di Napoli, Novah, Pawloski, Pendulum, The Bloody Beetroots, Todiefor…

📌Jungle Palace Halloween 2026

From 16 October to 15 November 2026, Jungle Palace Paris 10 is transformed to celebrate Halloween with a unique immersive experience. Struck by a mysterious curse, the venue’s lush jungle gives way to a haunted world where spirits and enigmatic creatures seem to have taken possession of the surroundings. Over the course of a meal, visitors embark on an extraordinary sensory adventure, combining exploration, mystery and a fantastical atmosphere. An original outing that blends fine dining with immersion, offering a different way to experience Halloween in the heart of Paris.

📌The Ball of the Monsters of Horror – Halloween 2026 – YOYO – Palais de Tokyo

On Halloween night, the famous club at the Palais de Tokyo is transformed into a haunted mansion! Spooky décor, a Horror Show by Sexy Gogos, make-up artists, a photo opportunity, party favours, sweets… The venue will pull out all the stops to offer a truly unforgettable experience and a chance to dance the night away!

  • Palais de Tokyo, 13 Avenue du Président Wilson, 75016 Paris, 31 October 2026

📌The biggest hip-hop haunted house this Halloween – Bridge Club

The Bridge Club, formerly known as Show, combines a haunted mansion with hip-hop for Halloween night! Located beneath the Pont Alexandre III, the 1,200 m² dancefloor will be fully decorated and enhanced by immersive video installations. 1,800 people – preferably in fancy dress – are expected to attend. The night promises to be a long one, full of surprises…

  • Bridge Club, 3 Port des Champs-Élysées, 75008 Paris, 31 October 2026

📌The Chalet des Monstres at the Chalet du Lac

On the night of 31 October, in the Bois de Vincennes, the Chalet du Lac will be transformed into the Chalet des Monstres. Nocturnal creatures, monsters and spooky revellers will gather for an evening in this unusual setting. Two rooms with different musical atmospheres, original décor, surprises, entertainment… It’s sure to be an explosive party!

  • Chalet du Lac, on the edge of the Bois de Vincennes, Avenue de Bel Air – Paris 12th arrondissement, 31 October 2026

📌Monsterdom 2026 – Halloween Special

For Halloween 2026, Monsterdom is making a grand return with its sixth edition, more spectacular than ever. On the programme: seven artists, two dancefloors and a flood of extravagant costumes for a night dedicated to celebration and creativity. Costumes are compulsory here, and all styles are welcome, from the scariest to the most offbeat. An international panel of judges will award prizes for the best outfits in several categories, whilst the event’s inclusive and flamboyant atmosphere promises a unique experience, halfway between a giant carnival, a fashion show and an American-style Halloween party.

  • Monsterdom 2026
    Dock B, 1 place de la pointe, 93500 Pantin
    31 October 2026, from 11.00 pm to 6.00 am

📌Fiesta de los Muertos at La Bellevilloise

On 31 October 2026, discover [the Fiesta de los Muertos](https://shotgun.live/fr/events/fiesta-de-los-muertos -31-10-26) at La Bellevilloise: a Latin-inspired spooky night from 9 pm to 6 am featuring salsa classes, concerts, DJ sets, showcases, face painting, screenings and Mexican food. The night before, the venue is hosting another highly anticipated Halloween event: the Drag Attack Horror Story show on Friday 30 October 2026.

  • La Bellevilloise – 19–21 Rue Boyer – Paris 20th arrondissement, 31 October 2026

📌Haunted Dollhouse at Club Pachamama

On 31 October 2026, at Club , Pachamama’s Haunted Dollhouse party brings together all the night’s guests, dressed for the occasion, to dance amidst an exceptional set design, amidst a medley of Halloween costumes and make-up ranging from the most sophisticated to the most eccentric. No fewer than 1,500 costumed guests are expected to party in a spectacular, 2,000 m² demonic setting, with music provided by DJs.

  • Pachamama – 46–48 Rue du Faubourg Saint-Antoine, Paris 12th arrondissement, 31 October 2026, from 10.30 pm to 5.30 am. €40 including one drink; no booking required

📌La Fiesta de los Muertos at Le Mazette

On 1 November 2026, step aboard Le Mazette, a boat moored on the Seine, to celebrate La Fiesta de los Muertos. With live concerts, candlelit dinners and décor inspired by Día de los Muertos, the evening promises a unique sensory experience for those aged 18 and over. The perfect spot to extend the Halloween celebrations in an artistic and enchanting atmosphere.

  • Le Mazette – 69 Port de la Rapée, Paris 12th
  • 1 November 2026

So, between a family outing, a spooky tour or a dance party, what will you choose to celebrate Halloween in Paris?

BOOK YOUR HALLOWEEN ACTIVITIES IN PARIS

📌 Selection of events to celebrate Halloween and Dia de los Muertos in Paris

❓Frequently asked questions

Halloween and Día de los Muertos: what are they?

Halloween is a folk festival originating in the Anglo-Celtic islands and popularised by the Anglo-Saxons. This event, which marks the eve of All Saints’ Day and has become a pop-culture phenomenon, is celebrated on the night of 31 October to 1 November. 2 November is All Souls’ Day, known as Día de los Muertos to Mexicans, who have also turned it into a colourful festival!

Where to go with the children and what to do for Halloween?

Paris and its surroundings are brimming with places for children. Throughout the All Saints’ Day holidays – from Saturday 17 October 2026 to Monday 2 November 2026, across the whole of France – there are plenty of Halloween-themed events to discover. From trick-or-treating and escape games to spooky days out at museums and special Halloween treats, there’s plenty to discover alongside the theme parks. In the first part of this article, you’ll find a selection of spine-tingling events for children!

When is Halloween?

Whilst Halloween celebrations generally last throughout the All Saints’ Day period, the official date of Halloween is 31 October. However, the spirit of the festival can be felt from October right through to early November.

What to do in Paris in autumn?

The days are still lovely in autumn and the parks and gardens are particularly romantic at this time of year. The city is just as lively as ever after the summer, and there are plenty of unmissable events taking place, such as the Montmartre Grape Harvest Festival, the Salon du Chocolat, the Festival d’Automne and the Halloween celebrations!

What to do in Paris in October and November?

The cultural season kicks off, major art and photography fairs, sports events… There’s plenty going on in October. In November, the festivities continue right up to Christmas: unforgettable concerts, festivals such as the Pitchfork Music Festival Paris, plays and shows…

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