Fête des Vendanges of Montmartre 2026
For its 93rd edition, taking place October 7–11, 2026, this year’s event celebrates music under the theme “The 18th Sets the Rhythm.” Concerts, fine dining, Montmartre traditions, and entertainment will set the pace for five days of festivities in the heart of the capital.
In 2026, music takes center stage in the program. Choirs, concerts, marching bands, dances, musical parades, and interactive activities will take over the various neighborhoods of the 18th arrondissement.
Among the must-see events, visitors will be able to explore the Parcours du Goût, held around the Sacré-Cœur from Friday, October 9, through Sunday, October 11. Numerous exhibitors will showcase products, specialties, and craftsmanship in a friendly atmosphere.
The “Scène des Vendanges,” set up at the Arènes de Montmartre, will also feature concerts, choirs, discussions, and activities centered on cultural and wine-related themes. It will notably host a concert by the Gustave Charpentier Conservatory and several choirs.
Saturday, October 10, will be particularly lively with two iconic traditions of the Fête des Vendanges.
Starting at 9:45 a.m., the Ban des Vendanges will take place at Clos Montmartre, among the famous vineyards on Rue des Saules. This ceremony symbolically marks the start of the harvest. It will be followed by the Grand Parade, scheduled from 11:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Starting at 9:45 a.m., the Ban des Vendanges will take place at Clos Montmartre, among the famous vineyards on Rue des Saules. This ceremony symbolically marks the start of the harvest. It will be followed by the Grand Parade, scheduled from 11:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
On Sunday, October 11, the “No Marriage Proposals” Ceremony will take place on Place des Abbesses from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., before the Closing Ball at Square Louise Michel wraps up the festivities from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Wine and heritage enthusiasts can also take part in tours of the Clos Montmartre vineyards, offered on October 7, 8, 9, and 11 by reservation.
Staying at the Hôtel du Jeu de Paume on Île Saint-Louis allows you to enjoy the Fête des Vendanges while recharging in the tranquility of Paris’s historic center after a day in Montmartre. The hotel is located at 54 Rue Saint-Louis-en-l’Île, near the Marais and Notre-Dame.
From Île Saint-Louis, the easiest way to reach Montmartre is by metro. The Pont Marie station (Line 7) is located near the hotel. You can take Line 7 northbound and then transfer to reach the Montmartre area. For the festival’s main venues, the Abbesses (Line 12) and Anvers (Line 2) stations are particularly convenient.
For the Clos Montmartre vineyards, the organization also recommends the Lamarck-Caulaincourt station.
Tip from the Hôtel du Jeu de Paume: Use public transportation and wear comfortable shoes to fully enjoy the streets and events of Montmartre!
The Montmartre Grape Harvest Festival is the perfect opportunity to discover the down-to-earth, cultural, and culinary side of Paris, all while enjoying the capital’s unique charm in the fall.
