Ten ideas for enjoying Nice from 19–25 October 2026. This editorial selection combines dated events and ongoing activities. Listed prices and hours were checked on 19 October; no ticket, table or appointment is guaranteed.
1. Explore Riquier on a heritage walk
Discover Riquier’s industrial past and its transformation into a residential neighbourhood on a guided walk.
- When : Thursday 22 October, 10–11:30am.
- Where : Place Garibaldi, devant le carrousel, Nice.
- Budget : Confirm when booking.
- Good to know : Advance booking required; availability unconfirmed.
2. Discover Sabine Weiss
“Sabine Weiss – Une vie de photographe” explores everyday scenes and emotions. The exhibition runs from 16 October 2026 to 31 January 2027.
- When : Tuesday 20–Sunday 25 October, 10am–6pm; closed Monday.
- Where : Musée de la Photographie Charles Nègre, 1 place Pierre Gautier, Nice.
- Budget : €5; conditional free entry, including under-18s and museum pass holders.
- Good to know : The museum pass is for eligible metropolitan residents with supporting documents.
3. Make pixel art at Manga Day
Children can make a design with fuse beads in a creative workshop run with Manga Paradise during the school holidays.
- When : Wednesday 21 October, 10–10:30am.
- Where : Bibliothèque Raoul Mille – Gare du Sud, 33 avenue Malaussena, Nice.
- Budget : Free; booking required.
- Good to know : Listed for ages 8–11; confirm a place before going.
4. Plan a break at Spa Oria
Spa Oria’s form lets you request a treatment and date. Wait for the confirmation email before treating the appointment as booked.
- When : Regular spa hours: 10am–7pm.
- Where : Maison Albar – Le Victoria, 6 avenue de Suède, Nice.
- Budget : Depends on treatment; confirm the price.
- Good to know : Ongoing service; confirmed appointment required. Check facility access.
5. Take a pastry break at Julien Dugourd
Choose a pastry from the day’s selection. Consult the current menu and confirm your preferred products before visiting.
- When : Wednesday 21–Sunday 25 October; regular hours 9am–6pm.
- Where : 4 rue Catherine Segurane, Nice.
- Budget : Current menu prices.
- Good to know : Closed Monday and Tuesday according to official hours; products not guaranteed.
6. Play together at UnfinityRoom
Virtual reality experiences and a headset-free interactive room offer different ways to play. Choose a format suited to your group and its ages.
- When : Wed 2–7pm; Thu 2–8pm; Fri 2–9pm; Sat 10:30am–12:30pm and 2–9pm; Sun 2–6pm.
- Where : 14 boulevard Lech Walesa, Nice.
- Budget : Depends on experience; check the booking page.
- Good to know : Ongoing activity, by reservation only; confirm time and age requirements.
7. See ballet at Nice Opera
The Ballet de l’Opéra Nice Côte d’Azur programme brings together Jean-Christophe Maillot and Ioannis Mandafounis. Choose your performance before planning dinner.
- When : Tuesday 20–Saturday 24 October at 8pm; Sunday 25 at 3pm.
- Where : Opéra Nice Côte d’Azur, 4–6 rue Saint-François-de-Paule, Nice.
- Budget : €6–34 depending on category and eligibility.
- Good to know : Check ticket availability; these performances are alternatives to the cinema.
8. Have dinner at Le Safari on Cours Saleya
A restaurant stop on Cours Saleya can complement a walk through Old Nice. Check the menu and call the restaurant if you wish to book.
- When : Regular hours: daily, noon–midnight.
- Where : Le Safari, 1 cours Saleya, Nice.
- Budget : Current menu prices.
- Good to know : Reservations by phone only; no table is guaranteed.
9. Choose a Cinémathèque screening
Choose Everything Everywhere All at Once on Tuesday at 7:45pm, Walkabout on Wednesday at 7:45pm, Ange on Thursday at 2:15pm or Wake in Fright on Thursday at 7:45pm.
- When : Tuesday 20, Wednesday 21 or Thursday 22 October, depending on the film.
- Where : Cinémathèque de Nice, 16 place Garibaldi, Nice.
- Budget : Check ticket prices on the booking site.
- Good to know : A separate venue from Megarama Vauban; choose one screening at a time.
10. Discover producers at TERRAVINI
The wine and gastronomy fair brings producers and artisans together at Palais Nikaïa. Tastings do not mean admission is free for everyone.
- When : Saturday 24 October, 10am–8pm; Sunday 25, 10am–7pm.
- Where : Palais Nikaïa, Nice.
- Budget : €6; €3 for students and disabled visitors; accompanied under-18s free.
- Good to know : Free invitation for two via the official form; obtain it before visiting. Alcohol tasting is for adults.
Last checked: 19 October 2026. Book limited-capacity activities as early as possible, after confirming availability. Simultaneous options are alternatives.
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