Paris Auto Show 2026: What Attractions Are Planned?

September 30, 2026

From October 12–18, 2026, the world of automotive will gather in Paris, at the Porte de Versailles expo grounds, for the 91st edition of the Mondial de l’Auto. The show aims to continue the momentum of the latest editions, while promising an unprecedented experience. Here are the spaces visitors will be able to enjoy.

A Testing Center and an Unprecedented Gaming Competition!

Paris hosts the Mondial de l’Auto every other year. A show that brings together automakers from around the world and gives visitors a glimpse of the latest models in the catalog. But the Mondial de l’Auto isn’t only about new releases. It’s also a unique opportunity to experience something entirely new. For the 2026 edition, the Mondial de l’Auto aims to ride the strong momentum of recent years while adding new elements. The Test Center will return and will allow visitors to try 90 vehicles.

The choice will be wide among French, European, American, or even Chinese brands. In addition, the 2026 edition will be the occasion to test autonomous driving and to understand its technologies. To do so, head to Hall 7.1 between 9:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m.
The Mondial de l’Auto, in association with L’olivier Assurance, will also set up an unprecedented competition on the Marion Kart World game. The grand final will take place in the heart of the show. Once again, head to Hall 7.1.

Conferences to Better Understand the Stakes

The Mondial de l’Auto is also the opportunity to enjoy exceptional vehicles. For this, head to the (un)limited space, in Hall 7.1, from 9:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Visitors will have the chance to approach rare, prestigious and technologically innovative models. The total dedicated space is about 7,500 square feet (about 700 m²).

Fan of vans? Check out the outdoor section of the Mondial de l’Auto to enjoy the Tao Love Bus space. Step aboard a vintage iconic van to experience a unique musical journey. Enjoy a warm setting and a live show. The space is open from 9:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m..

For people interested in the future of the car and future technologies, a conference space will be set up. The opportunity to better understand tomorrow’s challenges and to decipher the major transformations in the sector. A total of 26 conferences are on the schedule and more than 80 speakers will speak, in Hall 7.1, on Tuesday from 2:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., but also Wednesday, Thursday and Friday between 10:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.

Tickets are still available on the Mondial de l’Auto website. The full-week pass is 20 euros, valid Tuesday through Friday. The full-night price is 17 euros on Friday and Saturday evenings. Finally, for the weekend, tickets cost 22 euros.

Nolan Kessler

I focus on performance-driven cars, emerging technologies, and the business forces shaping the automotive industry. My work aims to deliver clear, relevant insights without unnecessary noise, with a strong attention to detail and accuracy. I follow the evolution of mobility daily, with a particular interest in what defines the next generation of driving.