StayAreasHalloween in Paris: Disneyland, Parc Astérix, the Catacombs and where to stay
Paris skips American-style trick-or-treating, but it has the Catacombs and two theme parks with full Halloween seasons. School holidays run 17 Oct – 2 Nov.
Where to stay for Halloween
Stay in Opéra & Grands Boulevards
Opéra sits on the RER A at Auber, the direct train to Disneyland's Halloween festival in about 40 minutes, and the Musée Grévin is open until 9pm round the corner. With more Métro lines than almost anywhere in Paris, the Catacombs and Père Lachaise are an easy ride.
- Mid-range hotel
- ~$245
- To Châtelet
- 10 min
- To the airport
- 45 min
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What's on
Disneyland Paris
Disney Halloween Festival
Halloween parade, villains and decorations at Disneyland Park. RER A to Marne-la-Vallée, about 40 minutes.
26 Sep – 1 Nov · All ages
Halloween night at Disneyland
The park stays open until 11pm with fireworks and treats, included in normal admission.
Sat 31 Oct, until 11pm · All ages
Costumes at Disneyland
Adults can dress up, but nothing that covers the face.
Parc Astérix: Peur sur le Parc
Peur sur le Parc
Parc Astérix's Halloween, with scare zones rated by fear level and a new night-only forest trail.
3 Oct – 8 Nov · Spooky
Night sessions
7pm to 1am, the scariest version. Shuttle from Roissypole at CDG airport.
12 nights, 10 Oct – 7 Nov · Very scary
Spooky Paris
The Catacombs
Tunnels lined with the bones of six million Parisians. Tickets online only, up to seven days ahead.
Tue–Sun · Spooky
Père Lachaise Cemetery
The graves of Jim Morrison, Oscar Wilde and Piaf. Busy on Toussaint.
Daily · Mildly spooky
Musée Grévin
The wax museum stays open until 9pm.
Late opening 26–31 Oct · Mildly spooky
Halloween night in Paris
Costume parties
Les Bains, a free party at Fluctuart on the Seine, and bars in Le Marais and Pigalle.
Sat 31 Oct
For children
An escape-game river cruise for 8 to 13-year-olds and candlelit museum tours.
30–31 Oct · Ages 4–13
After Halloween
Zombie Walk on 7 Nov and a Día de Muertos festival at Parc Floral.
7–8 Nov · Mildly spooky
Written by the StayAreas editorial team · Updated Oct 2026 · How we research our guides
FAQs
Is Halloween celebrated in Paris?
Less than in the US or UK, and trick-or-treating is rare in central Paris. But bars hold costume parties, the Catacombs are busy, and Disneyland Paris and Parc Astérix run big Halloween seasons.
When is Halloween at Disneyland Paris in 2026?
The Disney Halloween Festival runs from 26 September to 1 November 2026. On 31 October Disneyland Park is open until 11pm with extra entertainment, included in normal admission.
Can adults wear costumes at Disneyland Paris?
Yes, but masks and anything else covering the face aren't allowed.
Is 1 November a holiday in France?
Yes. Toussaint (All Saints' Day) is a public holiday; in 2026 it falls on a Sunday. Many shops close, cemeteries are busy with families, and it's the end of the school holidays, so trains and roads are crowded.
Where should I stay in Paris for Halloween?
Opéra, for the RER A to Disneyland, or Le Marais for the nightlife and Père Lachaise.