What to do in Lyon this weekend (from October 31 to November 2, 2025)?

A terrifying dinner show @ Le Grand Réfectoire

This Friday, the Grand Réfectoire transforms into a dark manor for a night of black magic. Count Dracula himself invites you to a dinner that promises to be as thrilling as it is enchanting, right in the heart of the Grand Hôtel-Dieu. Beneath the arches steeped in history, strange whispers and unsettling presences will haunt your meal. Between dishes dreamed up by double Michelin-starred chef Marcel Ravin, you'll be entertained by a possessed contortionist, close-up magicians, free-roaming reptiles, and grand illusions orchestrated by William Arribart to spice up the evening. After this feast of emotions, head to the Officine for an enchanting after-party with a DJ!

3 Cour Saint Henri Grand Hôtel-Dieu - Lyon 2e
Friday, October 31 from 7:30 PM to 11 PM
Menu at €75, reservation here.

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A festival dedicated to witchcraft and magic @ Fort de Bron

What if pumpkins and snowflakes finally made peace? For 2 hours and 30 minutes, the Yggdrasil Festival invites you into a magical world where the spirit of Halloween meets the enchantment of Christmas. On the agenda: an enchanted alley, quirky wizards, fantastic creatures, steaming cauldrons, and enchanted snowflakes! An immersive decor awaits you!

eacute; by the Yggdrasil team, perfect for extending the thrills of October while ushering in the sweetness of December. Between potions, shows, and magical shops, both young and old will dive into a universe where wands dance and pumpkins shine under the snow. Oh yes, and we also recommend coming in your costume to add your touch of magic to the celebration!

Saturday, November 1st and Sunday, November 2nd, 2025
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The Horror Cruise @ Les Bateaux Lyonnais

Immediate boarding on the legendary Hermès II for a Halloween trip on the dark waters of the Saône! Ghostly lights, devilish entertainment, and a wild DJ set until midnight: this cruise promises a night where even the toughest spirits will feel queasy! Costumes are a must (and highly encouraged), with a prize for the scariest outfit.

2 quai des Célestins - Lyon 2e
Friday, October 31, from 9 PM to 11 PM (party on board until midnight)
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A wicked Halloween maze @ Carré de Soie

A spell hangs over the shopping center, transformed for the occasion into a real den of darkness... The challenge? Find four mysteries hidden in the maze and solve the final mystery to leave with sweet (or cursed) rewards. As a bonus: creative workshops for kids and spooky makeup for all aspiring monsters.

Carré de Soie - Vaulx-en-Velin
From October 27 to November 1
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El Dia de los Muertos of Lyon @ Groupama Stadium

This time, the catrinas are taking over the stands! The women’s team of OL is facing Paris FC in a vibrant Mexican atmosphere. Even before the kickoff, the supporters' village is lighting up: makeup workshops to transform you into a catrina or colorful skeletons, a photobooth to capture your best moments...

Terrifying smiles and traditional Mexican music that will make you move like never before. Kids, our little monsters in training, can go trick-or-treating while adults enjoy a spectacular show of dances and festive activities. With tickets starting at €3 for kids and €12 for adults, it's definitely a family weekend you don't want to miss!

10 Avenue Simone Veil - Décines
Friday, October 31, activities start at 6:30 PM
6:30 PM: Start of activities in the Supporters Village around the stadium | 8:00 PM: Stadium doors open | 9:00 PM: Kick-off OL Lyonnes / Paris FC
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We're going for a devilish bar crawl @ Rue Sainte-Catherine

Rue Sainte-Catherine - Lyon 1st
Friday, October 31st, from 6:30 PM to 3 AM
Free registration but mandatory

Testing your mental health at the haunted hospital @ L’Officine

Step inside this former chic bar turned asylum for lost souls. Mad doctors, possessed nurses, and lab escapees are waiting for you. As for the atmosphere? A clinical nightmare featuring DJ sets, experimental cocktails, and spine-chilling happenings. Disturbed patient attire strongly encouraged...

3 rue Henri IV - Lyon 2e
Friday, October 31, from 6:30 PM to 12:30 AM
Entry €29 includes a cocktail and a tapas on reservation
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The Night of Horror @ Pop Corn Labyrinth

Head to Neyron for a night where every stalk of corn hides a scream. Zombies, clowns, and strange sounds are waiting for you around every corner of the field. It's a real-life chase on the edge of laughter and panic. Perfect for those who find horror movies too calm!

Chemin de Fontamaret - Neyron
Friday, October 31, starting at 9 PM
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Let’s make the dead dance @ HEAT

The food court in the 2nd arrondissement is turning its open air into a wild dancefloor. On the menu, you’ll find electrifying sets by Isa, Tushen Raï, and Remain, local beers, food trucks, and a devilish vibe under the fairy lights. It's free, festive, and as hot as a cauldron!

70 quai Perrache - Lyon 2e
Friday, October 31st, from 6 PM to midnight
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Entering the Drag Horror Story @ MOB Hotel

The collective Le Jardin des Lys breaks down the barriers of reality with a drag evening that’s as scary as it is dazzling. Shows, DJ sets, enchanted cocktails, and looks from the afterlife: here, monsters are glamorous, and fear dances in heels and sequins. Free entry, but eccentricity is a must!!

55 quai Rambaud - Lyon 2nd
Friday, October 31, from 8 PM to 11 PM
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We're facing killer clowns @ Exalto Lyon

If you thought you were afraid of clowns... wait until you try the Clown Escape at Exalto. It's an explosive mix of escape game and action game, where you need to solve puzzles while dodging giggling creatures. In a team, you're guaranteed to panic (and share some nervous laughs).

5 Eugène Pottier Street - Villeurbanne
From October 28 to 31, from 7 PM to midnight

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