Events in Lyon in November 2026
Lyon event dates for November 2026 are still being announced. Start with the planning leads and the city guide below — the lineup firms up closer to November.
Lyon's November 2026 lineup is still being announced — planning leads below.
By TripSapien · Updated May 20, 2026
Sourced events
Dates for this month are still being announced. Start with the planning leads below, or build the rest of your visit from the city guide.
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Add your dates and we'll build the rest of your trip around these events — every place checked for closures and booking needs.
Planning leads
Early leads on events still lining up. Exact dates and details firm up closer to your trip.
- Nov 1 - Nov 10
Festival Lumière - Early November Film Screenings
A series of classic film screenings and tributes held at the Institut Lumière, celebrating the history of cinema in Lyon.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
- Nov 1 - Nov 30
Biennals
The Biennals: Lyon alternatively hosts a dancing (even years) and a contemporary art (odd years) biennals from September to December/January.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: seasonal calendar
- Nov 14 - Nov 15
Nuit des Lumières - Light Festival
A two-night event celebrating Lyon's heritage as the 'City of Lights' with spectacular light installations and projections throughout the city center.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
Holidays, observances & long weekends
Holiday and observance schedules can affect services and venue hours; confirm each place directly.
- All Saints' Day · publicNov 1
- Armistice Day · publicNov 11
Holiday data: date-holidays (ISC/CC-BY-3.0).
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