Illustrative photo Breizh Folies Guémené-Penfao, France 2026 – Rock Punk Festival Dates Tickets Line-up
Breizh Folies 2026: 9 and 10 October at the Salle de Sports de Bellevue, Guémené-Penfao. Rock and punk weekend, day tickets from about 29 euros, under 12 free.
Illustrative photo Du Rock et des Vaches 2026: Rock Festival in Andard
Du Rock et des Vaches 2026 brings rock, ska and reggae to the Salle Jeanne De Laval in Andard on October 10, headlined by The Locos and Marcus Gad.
Illustrative photo Tourcoing Jazz Festival 2026 – Jazz, Soul & World Music in Tourcoing, France
Tourcoing Jazz Festival 2026: 10–17 October in Tourcoing, France. 40th edition with Yael Naïm, Kenny Garrett, Selah Sue and many more. Tickets from 0 to 42 euros.
Illustrative photo Paris Motor Show 2026: The Mondial de l'Auto in Paris
The Paris Motor Show 2026 runs from October 12 to 18 at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles. More than 50 brands showcase their latest models and concept cars at Europe's largest motor show.
Illustrative photo MaMA Music & Convention, Paris, France 2026: Dates, Tickets & Line-up
MaMA Music & Convention 2026 takes place from 14 to 16 October in Pigalle and Montmartre, Paris. Two convention days and three festival nights with more than 150 concerts and around 120 conferences. Music Pass from about 23 EUR, Pro Pass around 150 EUR.
Illustrative photo Nuit des Châteaux 2026: Illuminated Castles Across France and the Loire Valley
From October 16 to 18, 2026, around 300 castles across France open their doors at night for the Nuit des Châteaux. The illuminated castles of the Loire Valley, led by Château de Chambord, are a particular highlight.
Illustrative photo Ouest Park Festival Le Havre, France 2026 – Rock, Rap, Electro & Folk
Ouest Park Festival 2026: 16 and 17 October at Fort de Tourneville in Le Havre. Rock, rap and electro. Tickets from 38 euros.
Illustrative photo Nuits de Champagne 2026 in Troyes, France – Programme, Tickets & Visitor Guide
Nuits de Champagne 2026 takes place from 17 to 24 October in Troyes. France’s leading French-song festival features around 47 concerts, large choirs and a diverse programme in the Champagne region. Tickets from approximately €27.
Illustrative photo Salon du Chocolat Paris 2026: The World's Biggest Chocolate Show
The Salon du Chocolat 2026 takes place from October 28 to November 1 at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles. More than 500 exhibitors from around 60 countries bring creations, tastings and the famous chocolate fashion show to the world's biggest chocolate event.
Illustrative photo Dream Nation Festival 2026 in Paris: Dates, Tickets and Lineup
On 30 and 31 October 2026, Parc des Expositions Paris Nord in Villepinte becomes Europe's biggest Halloween party: the Dream Nation Festival brings over 60 techno, trance and bass music artists to six stages, headlined by acts like Pendulum and The Bloody Beetroots.
Illustrative photo Halloween Music Festival 2026 in Lille, France – Electronic Music & Halloween Weekend
The Halloween Music Festival 2026 takes place from 30 October to 1 November at Halle au Sucre in Lille, France. Two days of electronic music featuring Hard Techno, Trance and an immersive Halloween atmosphere. Tickets from around €12 via Shotgun.
Illustrative photo Dijon International and Gastronomic Fair 2026: A Food Lovers Event in Burgundy
The Dijon International and Gastronomic Fair 2026 runs from October 31 to November 11 at the Parc des Expositions et Congrès. Held since 1921, it brings together more than 600 exhibitors and around 200,000 visitors around Burgundy mustard, cheese and wine.