Hi everyone,
I’m planning a tour of the light trails in Paris and Île-de-France this winter. I’ve compiled the events still running or coming up for the 2026–2027 season, with dates, times, and prices. Maybe this’ll help others!
In Paris
L’Odyssée Lumineuse — Parc floral, Paris 12th
From November 14, 2026, to January 24, 2027.
5:30 PM to 10:00 PM, last entry at 9:30 PM. Note: several closures during the week.
Dated ticket: 13 € adult / 11 € child aged 3 to 12; free for under 3s.
On the program: giant lanterns, illuminated fountains, and northern lights effects.
Nuits Indiennes — Jardin d’Acclimatation, Paris 16th
From November 27, 2026, to February 21, 2027.
6:00 PM to 9:30 PM, last entry at 9:00 PM. Closed Mondays and Tuesdays outside Zone C school holidays.
Announced prices: 18 € adult / 12 € child.
A trail around India, with around 2,000 lanterns and light sculptures.
In Seine-et-Marne — 77
Lumigny Safari de Lumières — Lumigny-Nesles-Ormeaux
From October 15, 2026, to January 3, 2027.
6:00 PM to 10:00 PM, last entry at 8:30 PM. Thursday to Sunday outside school holidays, with more dates during the holidays. Closed December 24, 25, and 31, as well as January 1.
Night trail only: 16.90 € for ages 11+ / 14.90 € for ages 3 to 10; free for under 3s.
Lanterns on themes of the deep sea, animals, and fantastical creatures.
Le Grand Noël de Vaux-le-Vicomte — Maincy
From November 14, 2026, to January 3, 2027, according to the schedule.
Generally from 10:30 AM to 8:00 PM, with some evenings until 9:00 PM. Reduced hours on December 24 and 31; closed December 25 and January 1.
Château + gardens: from 25.90 € adult / 20.90 € child aged 3 to 17. Higher prices on weekends and during holidays.
This isn’t a lantern festival *per se*: more of a visit to the decorated château and gardens, with illuminations and projections on the façade.
In Yvelines — 78
Thoiry Lumières Sauvages — Thoiry
From October 17, 2026, to March 7, 2027, according to the schedule.
Generally from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, last entry at 8:00 PM, but hours vary by date.
Night trail only: 23 € adult, or 25 € from December 19 to January 2; 19 € child aged 3 to 10.
Nearly 3 km of walking among light sculptures, on the theme “In the Footsteps of Pachamama.”
La Nuit des Géants — France Miniature, Élancourt
From November 28, 2026, to January 3, 2027, according to the schedule.
Entry slots from 5:30 PM, with last entries at 8:30 PM or 9:00 PM depending on the period.
Tickets start at 18 €; prices vary by date and category.
A new light trail among miniature monuments, showcasing Christmas traditions from French regions.
One extra one-off event
Parade lumineuse des Allebrilles — La Villette, Paris 19th
December 5, 2026, free. Check the time.
A procession of light creatures and puppets, rather than a trail open all winter.
Prices are based on the info I gathered, but it’s best to check the schedule and session prices on each official site before heading out.
I’d also like to film these outings to prepare a recap video for YouTube. If anyone’s already done these trails with a camera or stabilizer, I’d love your feedback: how was the equipment welcome, crowd levels, ability to stop and film? I’m also checking with the organizers about broadcasting permissions.
Know any others like this in Île-de-France, or have feedback on these?
