The park closes after Sunday 1st November 2026 and reopens on Saturday, 27 March 2027. The Christmas season runs from 19 December 2026 to 3 January 2027. 2027 bookings are open.
The concept of Puy du Fou is to enjoy a vast natural park of nearly 100 hectares containing over 1500 animals, where you can wander freely at your own pace while enjoying the shows and animations scattered throughout the park, offered all day long.
Once inside the park, there are no extra fees! All shows and animations in the park are included in the admission ticket price, with the exception of the Cinéscénie night show.
Performances take place at specific times, listed on the daily programme provided on the day of your visit. Check the daily programme here
The show guide provided on this page lists and describes all the entertainment available at Puy du Fou in 2027, so you can plan and prioritise what you want to see during your visit.
It is impossible to see all the shows offered at Puy du Fou in a single day of 1.
- The Pass Émotion can help you see as many shows as possible thanks to its skip-the-line benefit.
- A Stay allows you to spread your visit over several days and see all the shows.
New major show (from June 2027): Le Rêve de Louis XIV
Scheduled for the month of June 2027, "Le Rêve de Louis XIV" is the major new creation of the season at Puy du Fou.
This 34-minute performance takes place in a royal theatre built specifically for the occasion, ensuring a large covered stage that is comfortable regardless of the weather and ideal for the whole family.
The plot: The story transports spectators to the XVIIth century, following the destiny of Madeleine, a young woman passionate about choreography who enters the service of the famous head steward François Vatel. Between court intrigues and encounters with figures of the time such as Molière, her journey leads her to the Sun King, the illustrious protector of arts and royal festivities.
Bookings 2027: The official ticket office is open to plan your visit and discover this new show from its launch on June 2027.
Current show: The Sword of King Arthur
Puy du Fou also presents the show: The Sword of King Arthur!
This is the most famous of all legends. At the foot of the ramparts, young Tristan must face the most perilous trials to free Excalibur from its rock and release King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table, imprisoned by a terrible spell.
This show replaces the "Knights of the Round Table" performance, with a duration of 25 min on a stage area of 2500 m2 and 1800 seats.
It pushes the boundaries of spectacle by orchestrating special effects and fantastic battles using unique technologies in the world.
Festive event: Le Grand Noël du Puy du Fou
From 19 December 2026 to 3 January 2027, the park is open from 10:00 to 20:00. It is closed on 25 December and offers a special New Year's Eve programme on 31 December. The Christmas spirit takes over the "Best Park in the World" for an unprecedented winter season!
Stroll through the fully decorated paths and historic villages: thousands of illuminated fir trees, unique animations and the delicious scent of roasted chestnuts immerse you in a fairy-tale atmosphere.
The legendary shows first performed in winter:
Rediscover the park's masterpieces: Les Vikings, Mousquetaire de Richelieu, Le Mime et l’Étoile… (only Le Bal des Oiseaux Fantômes and Le Signe du Triomphe are off in winter).
Two nighttime shows every evening:
- "Les Noces de Feu": the poetic water and fire spectacle on the old lake (30 min).
- [NEW] "The Mystery of Christmas": a magical nighttime show in the Gallo-Roman Stadium (30 min)!
New additions & treats:
- [NEW] The Post Office Photo Experience: give your child a privileged immersive adventure one-on-one with one of the Puy du Fou heroes.
- Gourmet and comforting winter menus in the park restaurants.
The various entertainments at Puy du Fou
The Puy du Fou park offers several types of attractions:
- The shows
They are the origin of the park and remain the core of its attractions. They cover a historical period ranging from antiquity to the 20th century. Several performances of each show are scheduled throughout the day and can be played either outdoors or indoors. - Nature attractions
These are places in the park allowing you a nature break and/or entertainment for children. Ideal animations to visit the park between two shows. - Historic villages
You can wander through 4 villages from different historical periods where you will have the opportunity to shop, dine, observe 18 artisans or even get photographed in period costume!
The SHOWS
This is the main reason to visit Puy du Fou: its original shows!
Throughout the day, in various locations around the park, grand shows are performed from antiquity to the XXth century.
The schedules of the shows can be viewed on the park's mobile app or on the programme handed out to all visitors the day before or on the day of their visit.
The shows at Puy du Fou can be classified as follows:
Grand Shows
These Major Shows are the most impressive in the park. Grand means are used to make these shows unforgettable moments for both children and adults: life-size moving sets, flames, battles, acrobatics... the thrills are guaranteed!
| Major Shows Puy du Fou | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Show | Duration | Century | Description |
| Le Rêve de Louis XIV New for 2027 (from June 2027) |
34 min | XVIIth | In a covered royal theatre, follow Madeleine at the court of the Sun King alongside Molière and Vatel |
| The Sword of King Arthur New |
25 min | XIth | King Arthur takes you into the history of his legend |
| The Mime and the Star Voted "Best Show in the World" at the TEA Thea Award 2024 |
28 min | XXth | The beginnings of cinema, filming a black & white silent film that turns into a colour talkie |
| The Sign of Triumph | 35 min | IIIrd | Experience the Roman circus games in an amphitheatre with 7000 seats |
| The Vikings | 26 min | Xth | Viking warriors launch an attack and shake the villagers |
| The Ball of the Ghost Birds | 33 min | XIIth | 200 birds of prey offer you a fantastic and majestic aerial ballet |
| The Secret of the Spear | 29 min | XVth | Equestrian acrobatics and jousting by knights around Joan of Arc |
| Musketeer of Richelieu | 32 min | XVIIth | A thrilling and exciting swashbuckling adventure |
| The Last Plume | 34 min | XVIIIth | A heroic naval officer in an incredible rotating set |
Short Shows
These short shows at Puy du Fou are particularly suitable for young children, as they last no more than 10 minutes each.
They bring the period villages to life to create magical atmospheres.
| Short Shows Puy du Fou | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Show | Duration | Century | Description |
| The Great Waters | 8 min | XVIIth | A ballet of water jets and fountains set to baroque music |
| The Imaginary World of La Fontaine | Continuous | XVIIth | La Fontaine's fables come to life in the park |
| The Grand Carillon | 10 min | XVIIth | In the heart of Chasseloup village, discover an unusual musical show |
| The Musical Automata | 7 min | XXth | Bourg Bérard square is animated by the village constable |
| The Sappers' Ballet | 9 min | XXth | A fire must be put out by all the villagers |
Immersive Shows
The principle behind Puy du Fou's immersive shows is that spectators become a full part of the performance.
By wandering through moving sets and crossing paths with real actors during scenes taking place right next to you, you are fully immersed in the historical event being re-enacted.
Experiences that are hard to describe... you have to live them!
| Immersive Shows Puy du Fou | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Show | Duration | Century | Description |
| The First Kingdom | 18 min | Xth | Follow in the footsteps of the last King of the Franks: Clovis |
| The Renaissance of the Castle | 30 min | 16th | Discover the mysteries of Puy du Fou castle |
| The Mystery of La Pérouse | 20 min | XVIIIth | A one-way journey aboard a ship from navigator La Pérouse |
| The Lovers of Verdun | 15 min | XXth | Experience trench life during World War 1 |
Nighttime Shows
Puy du Fou offers a grand evening show every night: either Les Noces de Feu or la Cinéscénie.
It is impossible to see the 2 shows Les Noces de Feu and la Cinéscénie on the same evening.
- As night falls, “Les Noces de Feu” invites you to end the day with poetry. For 30 minutes, witness the most romantic of weddings where dancers and giant sets emerge from the depths of the old lake in an incredible fairy tale of water and fire (included in the price of the Puy du Fou ticket during the “Noces de Feu” period).
- 28 evenings a year, the giant fresco of “La Cinéscénie” illuminates Puy du Fou castle to give you an unforgettable experience under the stars. La Cinéscénie is 1:30 of grand spectacle with 2550 actors on a stage of 23 hectares, and already over 14 million spectators have come to see this living masterpiece...
- During the Christmas season (from 19 December 2026 to 3 January 2027), discover the new “Le Mystère de Noël” (30 min), an unprecedented nighttime fairy tale created in the heart of the Gallo-Roman Stadium to celebrate the magic of the holidays.
| Nighttime Shows Puy du Fou | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Show | Duration | Performances | Description | Indicative price |
| The Wedding of Fire | 30 min | According to the daily schedule | A romantic musical wedding in the middle of the lake with light jets | Included in the Park Ticket |
| The Cinéscénie | 1:30 | 28 performances per year according to the daily schedule | The unmissable grand nighttime show that originated the Puy du Fou park | €33 |
| Le Mystère de Noël New | 30 min | Every evening of the Christmas season (19 Dec 2026 - 3 Jan 2027) | The Christmas nighttime fairy tale in the heart of the Gallo-Roman Stadium | See Christmas prices |
Nighttime show Les Noces de Feu
Les Noces de Feu is the night show at Puy du Fou performed on most evenings of the season.
It takes place on the park's lake, according to the official daily schedule, for a duration of 30 min.
Access to this show is included in the price of the park ticket.
Night show Cinéscénie
The other night show offered by Puy du Fou is the Cinéscénie, with a limited number of performances each year, capped at 28. It is the original show of Puy du Fou.
You need to buy a specific ticket for this 1:30 show, which is not included in the standard entry ticket price.
Cinéscénie 2027
The performance dates for Cinéscénie for the 2027 season have not yet been confirmed. They will be published as soon as Puy du Fou makes an official announcement.
NATURE Attractions
Simply walking through the magnificent Puy du Fou park is an experience in itself. At your own pace, you can enjoy the calm and admire the gardens peacefully.
As you do so, you will find attractions to see and visit whenever you like: play areas for children, fountains and beautiful flowers... let yourself be carried away by the tranquility of the park!
Here are the different nature zones of the park that you can visit during the day:
- The Animal Maze
- The Children's Hideout
- The Fallow Deer Clearing
- The Flower Valley
- The Jumping Jets
- The Rose Garden
Historical VILLAGES
The historical villages are reconstructed villages inside the park where you can stroll and immerse yourself in different historical periods.
Local artisans (stone masons, potters...) make objects using traditional methods in public. Come admire their old-fashioned work.
In 2023, Puy du Fou decided to rename its period villages, in order to immerse visitors further into the different eras.
- Font-Rognou (formerly The Medieval City)
- Chasseloup (formerly Le Village XVIIIth)
- Le Bourg Bérard (formerly The 1900 Town)
- Saint Philbert-le-Vieil (formerly The Fort of the Year 1000)
New: Chez Josette, the new café in Le Bourg Bérard
With a view over Le Bourg Bérard, the new Puy du Fou café Chez Josette is the perfect opportunity to have a hot or cold drink and taste excellent pastries.
Open in the morning and afternoon, it is the ideal place to come for breakfast or an afternoon snack between 2 shows.
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