Foire aux Plaisirs
The biggest funfair in the South of France at Place des Quinconces
2026
About Foire aux Plaisirs
Foire aux Plaisirs — edition 2026
The autumn 2026 edition of the Foire aux Plaisirs takes place from Friday, October 9 to Sunday, November 1, 2026, at Place des Quinconces in Bordeaux. Nearly 200 fairground attractions, thrill rides, game stalls, and sweets for the whole family, with free admission.
Foire aux Plaisirs — Autumn 2026
The Foire aux Plaisirs returns in autumn 2026 to Place des Quinconces in Bordeaux, from Friday, October 9 to Sunday, November 1, 2026. The third largest funfair in France and the largest in the south of the country, it features nearly 200 attractions spread over approximately 60,000 m² in the heart of a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Nearly 200 Attractions for All Ages
Illuminated Ferris wheel, thrill rides, bumper cars, roller coasters, children's rides, shooting galleries, duck fishing, churros, cotton candy, and candy apples: the autumn edition offers its usual array of family attractions and fairground treats.
Hours and Access
The fair opens daily at 11 AM and closes at midnight (2 AM on Fridays and Saturdays), with attractions operating from 2 PM. Admission is free, with each attraction paid for individually. Access by tram lines B and C, Quinconces stop.
Prices Foire aux Plaisirs 2026
Practical information — Foire aux Plaisirs
Access
Place des Quinconces, 33000 Bordeaux. Tram lines B and C (Quinconces stop).
Prices
Free entry. Attractions are paid for individually (tokens and tickets).
Opening Hours
Monday-Thursday and Sunday: 11 am-midnight. Friday-Saturday: 11 am-2 am.
Contact
Official website: foireauxplaisirs.com
The Foire aux Plaisirs, a Bordeaux tradition since 1853
The Foire aux Plaisirs has been a Bordeaux institution since 1853, the year it was established at the iconic Place des Quinconces. As the third largest funfair in France, it has become an unmissable event for locals and visitors alike.
200 attractions over 60,000 m²
The fair features nearly 200 attractions spread across 60,000 m²: an illuminated Ferris wheel, roller coasters, bumper cars, thrill rides, shooting galleries, duck fishing, and many more. There's something for all ages and all desires.
Two editions per year
The Foire aux Plaisirs returns twice a year: in the spring (March-April) and in the autumn (October-November). Each edition brings its own set of new attractions and surprises.
An exceptional setting
Place des Quinconces, one of the largest squares in Europe, provides an exceptional setting, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site, for this popular family event.
An event rooted in Gironde
Located in Bordeaux, in the heart of the Gironde department, the Foire aux Plaisirs benefits from a privileged geographical location. The Bordeaux metropolitan area and its surroundings offer an exceptional quality of life, between renowned vineyards, the Landes forest, and the Atlantic coast. This event contributes to the regional cultural identity and the artistic creativity of the Nouvelle-Aquitaine territory.
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