Discover Exciting Venues in Paris for Some Halloween Fun
Halloween isn't as widely celebrated in France as it is in the U.S. On November 1st, the French observe La Toussaint, or All Saints' Day, instead, which is a solemn holiday honoring the deceased. Despite that, you'll still catch glimpses of the Halloween spirit around Paris, especially among kids, teens, and young adults. You'll spot little trick-or-treaters making their way through certain neighborhoods. And if you do a pub crawl, some bars and shops roll out Halloween-themed events where you can even get free shots.
The Jardin d’Acclimatation in the Bois de Boulogne, Paris's historic amusement park, hosts a vibrant Dia de los Muertos festival throughout October until early November, giving spectators days of mariachi orchestra, skeletons, and costumed actors and dancers. On the other hand, Disneyland Paris hosts the annual Disney Halloween Festival from late September to November 1.
If you want to organize a Halloween party in Paris, you can book venues ranging from underground cellars to bright Haussmannian apartments that you can decorate with candles, cobwebs, and terrifying creatures. Whether you're after an elegant gothic night or a quirky costume contest, you'll find a space that suits the tone of your event.
And if your budget is limited, there's no need to worry—you'll find Halloween party venues in Paris across different price points, all thanks to Giggster. Browse our options on the app, and you'll quickly spot the venue that will turn your Halloween night into an unforgettable story your friends talk about all year.
Incredible Halloween Party Venues Curated by Giggster
We've handpicked venues around Paris that can make Halloween planning very exciting. From candle-lit wine cellars to lofts and apartments you can transform into haunted houses, every option on our platform brings something unique to your celebration. Here are some examples of what you can find on Giggster:
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A vaulted cellar is one of the most unique-looking venues you can rent for a Halloween night. The enclosed space and dim lighting make it spooky without you having to go heavy on the decorations.
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Want to give your friends or teammates a good scare? Book a baroque mansion in the Latin Quarter and turn it into a complete haunted house by decorating the rooms with cobwebs and special effects and playing horror background music. Alternatively, you can use it as a venue for your "mystery-style murder party" or escape games.
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Restaurants, bars, and clubs let you skip the hassle of stocking your own bar or hiring your own caterer. Some restaurants may also already have their own Halloween decorations in place, which can take off some of the decorating work from you.
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A Halloween-themed photo shoot is best done in a fully equipped photo studio. Tell your friends to bring their most creative costumes and get ready to pose as your favorite character.
Amazing Halloween Party Venues Starting at Just €25/hr
Exceptional Variety & Quality: We offer 351 creative Halloween party venues in Paris where you can host an epic Halloween event. Whether you're looking for a venue located in a Gothic building or a minimalist loft, you'll find a space that you can transform to reflect the Halloween spirit.
Hassle-Free Booking: Booking through the Giggster app is very easy, whether you want an Eiffel Tower location or a room dressed in spooky style. You get transparent pricing, detailed venue descriptions, and direct messaging with hosts, so you know exactly what you're getting before you commit.
24-Hour Free Cancellation Policy: Plans shift, and we get it. Be assured of free cancellations for bookings canceled within 24 hours of confirmation, provided you make the booking at least 48 hours before the event.
Platform Protections: Decorating a property extensively may incur minor accidents or damages. We offer optional damage and liability protection to safeguard your booking, plus cancellation protection to guard against last-minute disruptions to your plans.
The Best Events for a Halloween Party Venue in Paris
Halloween nights come in various forms—it's up to you how you celebrate and inject your own fun into it. Here's how you can put a venue to use:
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Costume Nights – Classic Halloween Thrills. Whether you're awarding the best fancy dress in a Great Gatsby-themed event or the scariest costume in a classic Halloween contest, a costume party is one of the most common types of Halloween events. Book a restaurant, loft, or flexible event space that suits your group and prepare a Halloween-themed menu.
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Video Production – Haunting Visuals. Filmmakers love Paris's atmospheric cellars and ornate interiors for shooting full-length films, horror shorts, or music videos. The visual textures and sense of history lend well to horror-themed media.
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Corporate Team Building – Themed Challenges. Skip your company's conference room and book a bigger venue, such as a mansion, where you can host an Agatha Christie-themed murder mystery or escape game. Use the venue's layout and hidden corners to build puzzles and immersive team challenges.
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Children's Parties – Trick or Treat. Adults don't feel like celebrating Halloween? Why not throw a party for the kids instead? A private lounge or room in a restaurant gives families space to celebrate loudly without disturbing neighbors. Host fun activities and games such as a best costume contest, mummy race, mystery box, or a magic show that the young ones will surely love.
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Pop-Up Haunted Experiences – Temporary Haunted Places. Entrepreneurs and creators can rent a raw industrial space and build a traveling haunted house or immersive art installation for guests who buy tickets.
What to Look for in a Halloween Party Venue
There are no strict rules in hosting a Halloween party in Paris, but it's good to have a vision in mind about what you want to happen so you can pick a venue that matches the occasion.
How big is the space? Count your guests before you book. A small venue will be uncomfortable for everyone, so look for a venue that's big enough for everyone to move freely. If dancing will be part of your program, then there should be enough space for a dance floor.
Will the venue host allow Halloween decorations? Some venues may already have Halloween decorations in place during October or November, which makes the work easier for you. But if you need to add more or modify what's existing to adapt to your theme, make sure to ask the host if this is allowed. The same goes for a blank or minimalist space—always ask the host about the extent to which you can put up Halloween-themed decor.
What's included in terms of amenities? At the very least, you will need a sound system and fast Wi-Fi for playing music. For your food, if you don't want the hassle of booking an external caterer, then check if the venue offers in-house catering and drinks services.
Pros and Cons of Hosting a Halloween Party in Paris
France may not be big on Halloween, but there's no stopping you if you really want to throw your own event in the City of Light. If you plan on doing so, keep these pros and cons in mind.
Advantages
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Paris is home to historic mansions and unconventional venues such as cellars with a rich atmosphere that lend well to Halloween events.
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There are a couple of Halloween-themed events in the area that you can visit after your party. Don't miss out on world-class events such as Disneyland Halloween and Dia de los Muertos in Jardin d'Acclimatation. Look up websites to stay informed about upcoming events in the city.
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You'll also find bars and clubs that are open all night long if you want to extend the evening.
Disadvantages
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Trick-or-treating is uncommon and may not be well-received in residential neighborhoods. In fact, the Halloween spirit may not be present at all, as you may not see a lot of heavily decorated homes. Similarly, walking the streets with heavy costumes and make-up, especially in daylight, may be frowned upon.
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Older buildings may have stricter noise curfews or restrictions on how you decorate them. Discuss this with the venue host early on in the planning process so you can manage your expectations or look for an alternative venue.
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The solemn La Toussaint on November 1st is a national public holiday (the day after the typical Halloween observance), which means shops, restaurants, and services, especially in less tourist-heavy areas, will close early or be closed for the day.
Ready Your Halloween Costumes: How to Plan an Epic Halloween Night in Paris
Are you excited to plan your first Halloween party? Here's a simple step-by-step guide:
Pick a Date and Theme – Halloween typically falls on October 31st, but you can choose a nearer date if you're unavailable or you think most of your guests will be. Then, settle on a theme: witches, horror movie night, dark fantasy, vampires, Stranger Things, etc. Look online for ideas—the options are endless. Once you have all the details, send out digital invites to your guests, along with the time, date, location, and dress code.
Take Care of the Atmosphere and Decor – Book a venue with Giggster—we have several options to choose from. Make sure that the host allows you to decorate the space with a Halloween theme. Once it's done, focus on making the atmosphere feel spooky with black lights, fake candles, smoke machines, and eerie background music.
Prepare Your Food and Drinks – Confirm whether your venue allows outside catering or has an in-house option. Check if there are local caterers in the area who can serve Halloween-themed food. If not, you can DIY your menu and prepare light snacks such as mummy hot dogs, monster cupcakes, or an autumn-themed charcuterie. For the drink, focus on a single punch recipe instead of trying to offer a wide range of cocktails.
Sort Out Your Entertainment – The most common activity you can host is a costume contest, with categories like "Most Creative," "Scariest," and "Funniest." You can also prepare Halloween games or a list of horror movies that your group can watch. Always read the room and prepare backup games to match the crowd's energy.
How to Celebrate Halloween on a Budget
For many people, Halloween is something to look forward to. If you're one of those, remember that you don't need to spend all your savings to put up a party that your guests will love.
Skip the DJ.
There's no need to hire a DJ when you can use Spotify, Apple Music, or YouTube to play music. Make sure that your venue has a working sound system or bring your own speakers if you have one.
Do not overdecorate.
Some venues such as cellars and mansions have that spooky character in them—lean into this natural atmosphere and do not decorate extensively. If you must, maximize your fake spider webs by stretching them as thin as you can, buy from chain stores, scour Facebook Marketplace for scary puppets or creatures, and, if the venue has a TV, utilize it by playing a classic horror movie (like Nosferatu or Evil Dead) in silent.
Host a BYOB and food.
You don't need to fund the entire evening if your guests are willing to share their contribution by bringing their own dishes that everyone can share. Make a list of the dishes that your guests will bring and share it with everyone so that there are no duplicates. As for your part, you can prepare one additional drink to the BYOB and some snacks.
Plan a Fun Halloween Party: Paris Venues in Giggster
Paris offers the atmosphere, flexibility, and affordability you need for a party your guests won't forget. Check out the Giggster app today and throw a remarkable Halloween night in one of our spaces.
