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 Semaine du Goût 2026: France's Week of Taste
The Semaine du Goût 2026 takes place from October 12 to 18 across France, with a strong lineup of events in Paris. Schools, markets and restaurants join together for a week long celebration of taste.
Illustrative photo Octobière Festival Toulouse 2026: Craft Beer Festival in the Pink City
The Octobière Festival brings independent craft breweries into more than 30 bars and wine cellars across Toulouse from October 12 to 17, 2026, closing with the Grand Final at Layup on Saturday.
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 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 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 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 Fête du Piment d'Espelette 2026: The Pepper Festival in the Basque Country
On October 24 and 25, 2026, the Basque village of Espelette celebrates its famous AOP pepper with a mass, a blessing ceremony, a procession of brotherhoods and a bandas festival. Admission is free.
Illustrative photo Fête du Piment d'Espelette 2026: Basque Pepper Festival in Espelette
On October 24 and 25, 2026, the Basque village of Espelette celebrates its famous pepper festival with a producers market, a bandas festival, a solemn mass and the parade of the pepper brotherhood. Admission is free.
Illustrative photo Festival de la Pomme 2026: Apple Festival in Trévières
On October 25, 2026, Trévières in Normandy celebrates its Festival de la Pomme with cider and Calvados tastings, craft demonstrations and a lively program for the whole family.
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.