Puy du Fou, in the Vendée, opens on March 27, 2027 and runs through the fall, then reopens for the Christmas season: for 2027 the official calendar shows 205 opening days. A dated adult ticket costs from €44.16 when booked more than 72 hours ahead, €55.20 after that or on site, with the night show Les Noces de Feu included on the evenings it is performed. La Cinéscénie, the 90-minute night spectacular, is booked separately and runs on certain Fridays and Saturdays from June to September.
The park is in Les Épesses, near Cholet, away from the big cities. This page gathers what you need to know before buying: opening days month by month (counted by us from the official calendar), a list of the shows ranked by length, the climate on site and how to get there. Another French theme park, Vulcania in Auvergne, also has a detailed opening calendar on our site.
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Puy du Fou: key facts
- 2027 season: park opens from March 27, 2027; days run from 9 am to 10:30 pm with Les Noces de Feu, 9 am to 9 pm on Cinéscénie evenings, 9 am to 7 pm on « Special offer » days without a night show — checked on 23 October 2026 on puydufou.com
- 1-day ticket 2027 (Grand Parc + Noces de Feu): adult from €44.16 when booked up to 72 hours ahead, €55.20 after that or on site; child aged 3 to 11 from €32.20 (€40.48 within 72 hours); some days show €41.40 for an adult
- Cinéscénie days: Grand Parc + Cinéscénie ticket shown at €73.15 adult and €61.75 child in the 2027 calendar
- Booking: recommended (the « Booking » rate applies up to 72 hours before the date, subject to availability); the Cinéscénie is booked online
- Time needed: Puy du Fou recommends two days to see everything; one day means choosing
- Prices and hours recorded on 23 October 2026 from the official calendar, subject to change.
Puy du Fou 2027 opening calendar, month by month
Puy du Fou does not publish a numerical summary of its calendar. We counted, day by day, the dates shown on the official calendar (2027 tab) and sorted them by type of day. Puy du Fou says hours may change: check your date before booking.
| Month (2027) | Opening days | of which with Les Noces de Feu | of which with La Cinéscénie | of which other days* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3 | — | — | 3 |
| February | closed | — | — | — |
| March | 3 | 3 | — | — |
| April | 28 | 28 | — | — |
| May | 24 | 23 | — | 1 |
| June | 27 | 17 | 6 | 4 |
| July | 31 | 21 | 10 | — |
| August | 31 | 23 | 8 | — |
| September | 15 | 11 | 4 | — |
| October | 17 | 16 | — | 1 |
| November | 9 | 7 | — | 2 |
| December | 17 | 17 | — | — |
What to remember: the park is closed in February and almost all of March. From April to August it opens almost every day. In May, June, September and October several weekdays are closed (often Monday and Tuesday in September–October): this is where people most often pick the wrong date. November has only a handful of opening days before the Christmas season.
For the 2026–2027 Christmas season, the calendar shows « Puy du Fou – Christmas » from 10 am to 8 pm on December 19 and December 21 to 24, 2026, then from December 26, 2026 to January 3, 2027 (closed on December 20 and 25). The night show Le Mystère de Noël, 30 minutes long according to the website, is performed during this period.
Puy du Fou ticket prices
The price depends on the date and on when you book. For each day the official calendar shows two prices: the « Booking » rate, valid up to 72 hours before your visit, and the rate for within 72 hours or on site.
| Type of day (2027) | Adult, booked more than 72 h ahead | Adult, within 72 h or on site | Child 3–11, more than 72 h ahead | Child, within 72 h or on site |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Parc + Les Noces de Feu | from €44.16 (€41.40 some days) | €55.20 | from €32.20 (€29.44) | €40.48 |
| Grand Parc « Special offer » (9 am–7 pm) | €34.96 | €55.20 | €25.76 | €40.48 |
| Grand Parc + La Cinéscénie | €73.15 | €73.15 | €61.75 | €61.75 |
Resellers (ticketing platforms, tourist offices) sometimes offer tickets, but only the Puy du Fou website shows the calendar and the day’s prices. If you buy elsewhere, check that the date and the night show included match your day of visit. The Pass Émotion, sold by Puy du Fou up to 72 hours before the visit, gives priority access to 11 shows and preferred seating in the stands.
Puy du Fou shows ranked by length
The official website gives the length of each major show. Here they are, from longest to shortest, with the audience notice shown on each page (checked on 23 October 2026 on puydufou.com). The day’s program, with showtimes, is published the evening before at 5:30 pm on the website and in the app.
| Show | Official length | Note | Audience (official notice) |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Cinéscénie | 90 min | Night show, booked separately | May upset younger audiences |
| Le Rêve de Louis XIV | 34 min | New show in 2027 | Family-friendly, for children |
| Le Dernier Panache | 34 min | Rotating grandstand, 360° sets | May upset younger audiences |
| Le Bal des Oiseaux Fantômes | 33 min | Bird show | Family-friendly, for children |
| Mousquetaire de Richelieu | 32 min | Grand Siècle | Family-friendly, for children |
| Le Signe du Triomphe | 30 min | Circus games, Antiquity | May upset younger audiences |
| Les Noces de Feu | 30 min (average length) | Night show on the lake, included on scheduled evenings | Family-friendly, for children |
| La Renaissance du Château | 30 min | Show | Family-friendly, for children |
| Le Secret de la Lance | 29 min | Middle Ages, Hundred Years’ War | Family-friendly, for children |
| Le Mime et l’Étoile | 28 min | Belle Époque | Family-friendly, for children |
| Les Vikings | 26 min | Up to 3,000 spectators per performance | Family-friendly, for children |
| L’Épée du Roi Arthur | 19 min | Show | Family-friendly, for children |
Our calculation: the 10 major daytime shows add up to 295 minutes, or 4 h 55 of pure performance. With the time needed to settle in the stands (Puy du Fou advises arriving early, and the Pass Émotion lets you arrive 10 minutes before), it is hard to see everything in one day. That is why the park recommends two days (Destination de Voyage calculation based on official lengths).
Les Noces de Feu or La Cinéscénie: which to choose?
- Les Noces de Feu: included in the day ticket on the evenings it is scheduled, performed « at nightfall »; the exact time is in the program published the day before.
- La Cinéscénie: 90 minutes, specific ticket; according to the official FAQ it starts at 10:30 pm in June and July and at 10 pm in August and September; Puy du Fou recommends arriving one hour ahead.
- 2027 Cinéscénie dates shown: 28 evenings, from June 5, 2027 to September 11, 2027, on Fridays and Saturdays (and a few other days in June).
Sunset and climate: when to go to Puy du Fou
Les Noces de Feu begins at nightfall: the later the sun sets, the later the show ends. The table combines the sunset time at Les Épesses on the 15th of each opening month (astronomical calculation) with the Météo-France normals for La Roche-sur-Yon, the nearest reference station publishing a full sheet.
| Month | Sunset on the 15th (Les Épesses) | Average max | Average min | Rain | Rainy days ≥ 1 mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March | 7:08 pm | 13.1 °C (56 °F) | 4.4 °C (40 °F) | 64.4 mm (2.5 in) | 10.3 |
| April | 8:51 pm | 15.7 °C (60 °F) | 6.0 °C (43 °F) | 65.9 mm (2.6 in) | 10 |
| May | 9:31 pm | 19.3 °C (67 °F) | 9.3 °C (49 °F) | 62.4 mm (2.5 in) | 9.5 |
| June | 10:00 pm | 22.8 °C (73 °F) | 12.3 °C (54 °F) | 45.3 mm (1.8 in) | 7.5 |
| July | 9:54 pm | 24.9 °C (77 °F) | 13.9 °C (57 °F) | 47.9 mm (1.9 in) | 7.4 |
| August | 9:14 pm | 25.1 °C (77 °F) | 13.9 °C (57 °F) | 52.1 mm (2.1 in) | 7.6 |
| September | 8:16 pm | 22.1 °C (72 °F) | 11.4 °C (53 °F) | 71.9 mm (2.8 in) | 7.9 |
| October | 7:17 pm | 17.3 °C (63 °F) | 9.4 °C (49 °F) | 98.7 mm (3.9 in) | 12 |
| November | 5:29 pm | 12.5 °C (54 °F) | 5.9 °C (43 °F) | 108.1 mm (4.3 in) | 13.3 |
| December | 5:15 pm | 9.5 °C (49 °F) | 3.6 °C (38 °F) | 103.5 mm (4.1 in) | 13.2 |
How to read it: in June and July the sun sets around 10 pm at Les Épesses, which explains the late start time of the Cinéscénie. July and August are the driest months (about 7.5 rainy days) but also the hottest, with an average of 3.9 and 4.1 days above 30 °C (86 °F) at La Roche-sur-Yon. In April, May and September, evenings are cool (minimums around 6 to 11 °C, or 43 to 52 °F): bring a warm layer for a night show. For the region, our page on traveling to France gives other ideas for stops.
Planning your day
- Arrive around 9 am, at opening: this is Puy du Fou’s advice to avoid traffic and see the first shows.
- Check the program the evening before from 5:30 pm (website or app): showtimes may vary.
- Pick up the paper map at the entrance: it lists the times of the day’s major shows.
- Book lunch or use the app’s Click & Collect to save time.
- Put Les Noces de Feu or the Cinéscénie at the end of the day and scout the way to the stands in advance.
Getting to Puy du Fou
- By car: A87 motorway, exit 28; free « day » parking lots, open one hour before opening and until one hour after closing (except the motorhome area and parking lot H) — checked on 23 October 2026 on puydufou.com
- By train: the nearest high-speed rail station listed is Angers; an Angers station – Puy du Fou shuttle runs up to 3 times a day, by reservation, price on the official website.
- By air: Nantes-Atlantique airport, as listed by Puy du Fou; private transfers by reservation, from 2 people.
- Motorhome: area with 650 pitches, free for the first 12 hours, then paid.
To combine with a city, our guide to Nantes covers the most convenient stop if you arrive by air. Theme park fans can also read our page Futuroscope: calendar and minimum heights. For entry requirements, see entry requirements for France.
Common mistakes
- Booking a « Special offer » day expecting a night show: these days close at 7 pm.
- Confusing Noces de Feu and Cinéscénie: the second needs a specific ticket and is performed only on certain evenings.
- Coming on a Monday or Tuesday in September–October without checking: many of those days are closed in 2027.
- Waiting until the last moment: within 72 hours, the adult ticket goes to the full price (€55.20 in 2027 instead of as low as €44.16).
- Forgetting a warm layer for the Cinéscénie, which ends late at night.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Puy du Fou ticket cost in 2027?
The official calendar shows an adult ticket from €44.16 (€41.40 some days) when booked more than 72 hours ahead, €55.20 after that or on site; child aged 3 to 11 from €32.20. On Cinéscénie days, the Grand Parc + Cinéscénie ticket is €73.15 for an adult. Prices recorded on 23 October 2026.
When is Puy du Fou open in 2027?
The main season starts on March 27, 2027. The park is open almost every day from April to August, with some closed days in May, June, September and October, then reopens for an end-of-year season. Check your date on the official calendar.
How long does the Cinéscénie last?
90 minutes according to the official website. It starts at 10:30 pm in June and July and at 10 pm in August and September; arriving one hour ahead is recommended.
Do you need one or two days at Puy du Fou?
Puy du Fou recommends two days to see everything. The 10 major daytime shows alone add up to more than five hours of performance.
Is parking at Puy du Fou paid?
Not for the « day » parking lots and those of the hotels, according to the official website. The motorhome area is free for the first 12 hours, then paid.
Our sources
- Puy du Fou, puydufou.com: 2026–2027 calendar and hours (prices by date), show pages, how to get there, making the most of your time, FAQ on night shows and the Cinéscénie, consulted on 23 October 2026
- Météo-France: 1991–2020 climate sheet, La Roche-sur-Yon station (85191003), issued on 15 October 2026
- Destination de Voyage calculations: count of days in the official calendar; sunset by the NOAA algorithm (Wikidata coordinates Q3411109)
- Our methodology
Updated November 2026. Prices, hours and access rules may change: check the official website before you go.