You’ve just woken up from your Halloween party (perhaps still in disguise?) and you’ve already got the All Saints’ weekend and all that goes with it. November is one of the few months of the year with five full weekends, so there’s bound to be plenty to do. Concerts, restaurants, exhibitions, Beaujolais Nouveau and immersive experiences… Lyon Secret is sure to keep you busy!
Travel with the “Étretat, beyond the cliffs” exhibition
This is undoubtedly the most eagerly-awaited exhibition in Lyon at the end of the year. This small Normandy village of just a thousand inhabitants has travelled the world, not least because of the fascination it held for 19th-century artists. Étretat was clearly the place to be! Monet, Courbet, Matisse… That’s a lot of people. An impressive collection of these works will be on display at the Musée des Beaux-Arts de Lyon.
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Lyon, 20 Place des Terreaux, Lyon 1
📅 Date: from November 29, 2025
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Participate in the 13th Soupe en Scène festival
Combining business with pleasure! Soupe en Scène returns for its 13thᵉ edition to warm the hearts of the Lyonnais with concerts, entertainment and a healthy dose of conviviality. From 11 a.m. onwards, immerse yourself in the atmosphere of this festival as joyful as it is essential. All proceeds will go to the Foyer Notre-Dame des Sans-Abri and the Ihop at the Centre Léon Bérard.
Place de la République, 2nd
Friday November 28 and Saturday November 29, 11am to 9:45pm
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Choper l’affiche de son film préféré
Attention 7ᵉ art fans! This Sunday, Ciné Duchère is pulling out all the stops: a braderie of cinema posters and objects at mini-mini prices. An ultra-original Christmas gift idea that’s sure to be a hit. But be warned: it’s first come, first served… and there’ s sure to be plenty of people at the door!
308 Avenue Andrei Sakharov, Lyon 9
Sunday, November 30, 3pm to 6pm
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Stroll around the Place Carnot Christmas Market
Is back! This year, no fewer than 100 chalets will take over the Place Carnot. Decoration, local produce, toys and gift ideas… everything you need to prepare for Christmas. Face-painting workshops and children’s readings will brighten up the little ones. The Christmas market remains a must-attend event to support local craftsmanship, more necessary than ever. So we’re counting on you to make Amazon tremble!
Place Carnot, Lyon 2
📅 Date: November 21 to December 24, 2025
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Immerse yourself in the magic of a candlelight concert
You’re already familiar with the concept of Candlelight, these candlelit concerts in iconic venues that revisit music’s greatest masterpieces. In November, no fewer than 30 Candlelight concerts will be held in Lyon. Do you prefer classical music? A tribute to Mozart, Chopin or Vivaldi. Or are you more into the music of the 70s and 80s? Choose from tribute concerts to Queen, ABBA or Johnny Hallyday! Are you a fan of contemporary music? Let yourself be tempted by a Candlelight tribute to Bad Bunny or Taylor Swift. In short, there’s bound to be a Candlelight concert for you!
📍 Several emblematic venues like the Basilique Saint-Bonaventure, the Chapelle de la Trinité or the Temple du Change.
📅 Date: over 30 concerts scheduled in November
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Visit one of France’s most beautiful markets
This weekend, we’re off to Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne to discover this charming medieval town just an hour from Lyon. Its legendary market hall welcomes regular visitors every Saturday morning from 8am. The best walnuts, cheeses, fish, strawberries, cherries, asparagus, apples, poultry, meats and charcuterie… just a small sample!
Getting ready for the 71st edition of the legendary SaintéLyon
It’s the end-of-year event that all sports enthusiasts look forward to. And that’s understandable, because the challenge is huge! With a distance of 82 kilometers, runners will have to cover almost two marathons to get from Saint-Étienne to Lyon. But rest assured, there’s something for every level, with 8 solo or relay race formats ranging from 13 to … 194 kilometers! Undeniably a mythical event to be experienced with your sneakers on, or clapping your hands to cheer on the runners at the finish line.
Several races including Lyon SaintéLyon (160 km), SaintéLyon (80 km)
Date: November 29 and 30
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Fun with science
Learning while having fun, that’s the credo of Science Expériences, this ultra-playful science trail that gets your brain firing! You’ll walk through molten lava, test your gravity, play with fire and static electricity… In short, if you didn’t like the subject of Earth Sciences in secondary school, now you’ll love it!
Science Expériences, 32 rue Thomassin, 69002 Lyon
Date : multiple dates
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Losing your voice at a good gig with your mates
Let’s face it: there ‘s nothing like a good concert to free your chakras and catapult you to another planet. After a festival season this summer the likes of which Lyon has rarely seen, it’s time to reconnect with indoor concerts. Whether you’re into megastars or more intimate atmospheres, Lyon offers a bevy of not-to-be-missed concerts in November. Among them are Julien Doré and Véronique Sanson. Yippee!
The Jury Experience in Lyon
The Jury Experience phenomenon is coming to Lyon! The new immersive experience that puts the public in the jury seat arrives for a series of dates starting in November. Listen to the testimony, analyze the evidence and decide whether the accused is guilty or innocent… The show has become so popular that there are only a few places left for the next date, but other slots are open for 2026…
Théâtre Astrée – Université Lyon 1 – 6 Av. Gaston Berger, Villeurbanne
Date : multiple dates
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Admire the many frescoes in Lyon this November
The news that Laurent Gerra and Wendie Renard would be joining the famous Lyonnais fresco has had you reacting a lot lately. Why not take the opportunity to revisit the whole range of frescoes on offer in Lyon. The sunny days of autumn are undoubtedly among the most beautiful of the year. Lyon is adorned with a unique light, especially between October and November, that’s hard to match. Let’s take this opportunity to rediscover one of the city’s treasures: its many murals. From the most famous to the most recent and the most secret, it’s always worth a look.
Enjoy a good film at the cinema
It’s a pleasure you never want to miss… and even less so when winter is just around the corner! A good movie is one of those simple pleasures that should never be forgotten. We all have memories of the darkened theater: settling into a red armchair, chewing on a Smurf, watching the trailers before the film starts… So let’s head for the big screen for a moment of culture and escape. Special mention to Pathé and CGR cinemas, which offer low-price tickets. Lyon, the city of the Lumière brothers, has a duty to celebrate cinema as it should be!
Get involved at the Festival des Solidarités Internationales
From November 15 to 30, take part in the 2025 edition of the Festival des Solidarités Internationales. This annual event, organized by the City of Lyon and the Maison des Solidarités Locales et Internationales, highlights the international solidarity initiatives of Lyon’s associative network. Throughout the festival, meet the people working for a fairer, more united and more sustainable world. Celebrate the opening of the festival at Lyon City Hall! With over 100 associations present, you’ll have no excuse not to find one that fits you like a glove.
1 Place de la Comédie, Lyon 1
Date: November 15 to 30
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Visit the new temple of chocolate…
It’s a small revolution in the happy world of chocolate. Alain Ducasse, the world’s most starred chef, has just opened his temple to gourmet delights on rue de Brest in the heart of Lyon. For the pleasure of the eye, for the pleasure of giving, or for the pleasure of indulgence, it’s well worth the detour.
🍫 Le Chocolat Alain Ducasse
⏰Open every day from 10am to 8pm
📍 54 rue de Brest, Lyon 2
The return of the Ferris Wheel to Place Bellecour
Like a lighthouse at sea, the Ferris Wheel lights up Place Bellecour to the delight of Lyonnais and visitors alike. From the top of its 50-meter height, it plays the prelude to the Fête des Lumières and officially announces the start of the end-of-year festivities. For €9 (adult rate), treat yourself to one of Lyon’s finest views.
Place Bellecour, Lyon 2
📅 Date: From Saturday November 29
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Going to Japan Touch
It’s back every year to take us on a journey to the land of the Rising Sun. Japan Touch takes up residence at Lyon Eurexpo. With hundreds of booths, events, guests, workshops and more, everything to do with Japan will be represented. Whether you’re a manga fan, a lover of Japanese culture or just curious, this huge show is well worth the detour! You’ll even be able to sample a multitude of Japanese dishes and specialties between two stands to keep your strength up.
Eurexpo Lyon
📅 Date: Friday November 29 and Saturday November 30, 2025
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Travel with the “Étretat, beyond the cliffs” exhibition
This is undoubtedly the most eagerly awaited exhibition in Lyon at the end of the year. This small Normandy village of just a thousand inhabitants has travelled the world, not least because of the fascination it held for 19th-century artists. Étretat was clearly the place to be! Monet, Courbet, Matisse… That’s a lot of people. An impressive collection of these works will be assembled at the Musée des Beaux-Arts de Lyon.
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Lyon, 20 Place des Terreaux, Lyon 1
📅 Date: from November 29, 2025
👉 More info
Relive the incredible story of the Titanic
Fancy a little icy plunge, Leonardo DiCaprio style? No need to brave the icy waters, as “Titanic: An Immersive Voyage” invites you to relive one of the most famous shipwrecks in modern history. What awaits you? Life-size reconstructed sets, captivating video projections and 3D perspectives that will immerse you in a story that, over a century later, continues to fascinate us. ” Titanic: An Immersive Voyage” is the exhibition that conquered the world and is coming to Lyon this autumn. An experience not to be missed!
La Sucrière, 49-50 Quai Rambaud, Lyon 2
Date: from September 30
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Anticipate your first ski session less than two hours from home
The 2025 – 2026 ski season is just around the corner! Several resorts around Lyon will be opening soon , so why not get in a little session before Christmas? As we all know, skiing outside the school vacation period is the best way to enjoy the season without queuing at the ski lift and paying full price for your ski pass. And what a treat it is to treat yourself to a raclette after a day’s skiing or snowboarding… hear, hear!