Halloween in Paris with Kids: Fall Break Outings for 2026

Halloween in Paris with kids falls right in the middle of the French fall school break, which runs from Saturday, October 17 to Monday, November 2, 2026. That gives families two weeks to enjoy Day of the Dead at the Jardin d'Acclimatation, the Disney Halloween Festival or the Ménagerie's spooky animals, then stroll through golden parks. Here are our picks, all within easy reach of Yuna's six aparthotels.

When is the 2026 fall school break in Paris?

In Paris, the Toussaint (All Saints') school break starts after classes on Saturday, October 17, 2026, and ends on the morning of Monday, November 2. Halloween falls on Saturday, October 31, and All Saints' Day, a public holiday, on Sunday, November 1.

Most Halloween events in Paris end on November 1, so plan themed outings for the second week, when activities run daily. The weekend of October 31 is the busiest of the break: book tickets online, especially for theme parks.

Where to celebrate Halloween in Paris with kids?

Central Paris hosts several kid-friendly Halloween events, from festive to mildly spooky, all reachable by metro from Yuna's residences.

Day of the Dead at the Jardin d'Acclimatation

From October 3 to November 1, 2026, the Jardin d'Acclimatation celebrates Halloween Mexican-style, with a calavera-filled Enchanted River, a Ferris wheel decked in marigolds, a Mayan maze and the all-female mariachi band Arrieras Somos. From October 18 to November 2, concerts take place daily at 3 pm and 5 pm, and the Baile de Fuego fire show closes each evening at 6:30 pm on the main stage.

Weekday tickets start at €19, with a €64 family pass for four; children under 80 cm (31 in) get in free. Face painting as a catrina costs €8. From Yuna Porte-Maillot, metro line 1 reaches Les Sablons station one stop from Porte Maillot.

“Not Even Scared!” at the Jardin des Plantes Ménagerie

Throughout the break, the Ménagerie, the oldest zoo in Paris, runs activities from 2 pm to 5 pm for kids aged 6 and up, all about the animals people fear most: snakes, spiders, rats and bats. Biologist Anthony Herrel gives two talks on snakes on Tuesday, October 27 and Thursday, October 29. Activities are included in admission: €13 full price, €10 reduced, €40 for a family pass. The entrance is at 57 rue Cuvier (5th), with tickets on the Jardin des Plantes website.

Late nights at the Musée Grévin

At 10 boulevard Montmartre (9th), the Musée Grévin wax museum stays open until 9 pm from October 26 to 31, 2026, with Halloween character meet-and-greets during the break. You can reach it through Passage Jouffroy, one of the city's loveliest covered passages.

A family trail on fear at the Musée de l'Homme

On Saturday, October 31 and Sunday, November 1, the Musée de l'Homme at Place du Trocadéro (16th) offers a family trail on the theme of fear. It's a more cultural outing, with the Eiffel Tower right across the river as you leave.

Disneyland Paris or Parc Astérix: a full day of Halloween

The region's two big theme parks keep their Halloween decorations up for the entire break, both less than an hour from Paris.

The Disney Halloween Festival

From September 26 to November 1, 2026, Disneyland Park hosts the Mickey Halloween Celebration parade, meet-and-greets with Disney villains such as Maleficent, Cruella, Jafar and Captain Hook, and with Jack Skellington and Sally via a virtual queue in the app. On October 31, the park stays open until 11 pm with fireworks and candy giveaways, and adults can come in costume. From Yuna Les Halles, RER A leaves from Châtelet-Les Halles, a few minutes' walk away, and runs straight to Marne-la-Vallée – Chessy in about 40 minutes.

Peur sur le Parc at Parc Astérix

From October 3 to November 8, 2026, Parc Astérix in Plailly, about 35 km (22 miles) north of Paris, runs “Peur sur le Parc,” including La Forêt sans Retour, an open-air haunted trail. It's best suited to older kids and teens.

Where to see fall colors in Paris with kids?

By late October, the chestnut and plane trees in Paris parks turn orange, and three free walks start right from Yuna's doors.

• The Luxembourg Gardens (6th): 23 hectares (57 acres), about a 10-minute walk from Yuna Saint-Germain at 117 rue de Rennes. The Théâtre des Marionnettes du Luxembourg stages its Guignol puppet shows on Wednesdays, weekends and school holidays.
• The Tuileries Garden (1st): about 10 minutes from Yuna Saint-Honoré, its tree-lined paths lead to the Musée de l'Orangerie and Monet's Water Lilies.
• Montmartre (18th): Square Louise-Michel, below the Sacré-Cœur, can be climbed on foot or by funicular with a metro ticket. From Yuna Montmartre, the Clos Montmartre vineyard and Place du Tertre are just minutes away.

Rainy day during the break? Museums and the Salon du Chocolat

When skies turn gray, the Grande Galerie de l'Évolution at 36 rue Geoffroy-Saint-Hilaire (5th) parades its caravan of taxidermy animals under an 1889 glass roof, and pairs easily with the neighboring Ménagerie. Near Yuna Blanche, the Musée de la Vie Romantique at 16 rue Chaptal has free permanent collections, a 5-minute walk away.

From Wednesday, October 28 to Sunday, November 1, 2026, the Salon du Chocolat takes over Hall 5 at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles (15th), 10 am to 7 pm. Tickets run €16–20 for adults, €8–10 for children and €45–56 for a family pass. Workshops, chef demos and chocolate sculptures easily fill half a day.

Why is an aparthotel better for a family fall break?

An aparthotel gives families more room than a hotel room, plus a fully equipped kitchen for an afternoon snack or a family dinner after a day out. At Yuna Les Halles, the two-bedroom apartment sleeps up to six in 38 m² (409 sq ft), and a travel cot and high chair are available on request.

Check-in is self-service, with an access code sent 48 hours before arrival, and the digital concierge answers 24/7 by WhatsApp, phone or email. To plan your days, see our family itinerary for Paris and our tips for traveling to Paris with a baby.

The art of living in Paris, Yuna style

Soaking up the soul of a neighborhood, strolling at your own pace, then coming home to a comfortable retreat after a day of exploring: that is the philosophy behind our aparthotels in Paris. More than a stay, we invite you to experience the city like an insider.

Choose the atmosphere of your next getaway among our Parisian addresses:

• Yuna Blanche
• Yuna Les Halles
• Yuna Saint-Honoré
• Yuna Montmartre
• Yuna Porte-Maillot
• Yuna Saint-Germain

Six intimate addresses, designed to make you feel at home wherever you stay.

Key Facts

• School break dates: Saturday, October 17 to Monday, November 2, 2026 (zone A, B and C).
• Halloween: Saturday, October 31, 2026; All Saints' Day, a public holiday, on Sunday, November 1.
• Jardin d'Acclimatation: Day of the Dead until November 1, from €19 (€64 family pass), Les Sablons metro from Yuna Porte-Maillot.
• Jardin des Plantes Ménagerie: “Not Even Scared!” for ages 6+, 2–5 pm, €13 (€40 family pass).
• Disneyland Paris: Halloween Festival until November 1, direct RER A from Châtelet-Les Halles, near Yuna Les Halles.
• Parc Astérix: Peur sur le Parc until November 8, 2026.
• Salon du Chocolat: October 28 to November 1, 2026, Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, Hall 5.
• Free fall walks: Luxembourg Gardens (Yuna Saint-Germain), Tuileries (Yuna Saint-Honoré), Montmartre (Yuna Montmartre).

FAQ

When is the fall school break in Paris in 2026?

The 2026 Toussaint school break begins after classes on Saturday, October 17 and ends on the morning of Monday, November 2, when school resumes. Halloween falls on Saturday, October 31, and All Saints' Day, a public holiday, on Sunday, November 1. Most Halloween events in Paris wrap up on November 1.

What can kids do for Halloween in Paris?

The Jardin d'Acclimatation celebrates Day of the Dead until November 1, with mariachis, decorated rides and a 6:30 pm fire show during the break. The Jardin des Plantes Ménagerie runs “Not Even Scared!” for ages 6 and up, and the Musée Grévin stays open until 9 pm from October 26 to 31. Disneyland Paris stays open until 11 pm on October 31.

How do you get to Disneyland Paris from central Paris?

RER A runs directly from Châtelet-Les Halles to Marne-la-Vallée – Chessy station, at the park entrance, in about 40 minutes. During the Disney Halloween Festival, from September 26 to November 1, 2026, set off early: meeting Jack Skellington and Sally requires a same-day virtual queue in the Disneyland Paris app.

What free fall activities can families enjoy in Paris?

The major Paris gardens are free: the Luxembourg Gardens and their chestnut trees, the Tuileries leading to the Orangerie, or Square Louise-Michel below the Sacré-Cœur in Montmartre. The Musée de la Vie Romantique on rue Chaptal in the 9th arrondissement also has free permanent collections, a good option for a rainy afternoon.

Halloween, fall colors and museums: the Paris school break is even better when you come home each evening to a spacious apartment in the heart of the city. For your family's two weeks in Paris, book your Yuna aparthotel directly on our website.