What can we expect from the first edition of Champagne Week 2026?

What if champagne could be enjoyed for reasons other than a major celebration? From October 19 to 25, 2026, Paris will be putting champagne in the spotlight with the very first Champagne Week, a week of events designed to showcase the diversity of this iconic wine. Organized by winemakers and Champagne Houses, this event invites both enthusiasts and the simply curious to explore new ways to savor champagne through experiences offered at numerous venues across the capital.

Tastings and champagne-and-food pairings are on the agenda

For this inaugural edition, participating venues will showcase champagne in a variety of ways. Restaurants, bars, brasseries, wine cellars, and hotels will offer events designed specifically for the occasion: tastings, introductory workshops, food-and-champagne pairings, special menus, and selections of cuvées to explore.

The event also aims to shake up traditions by moving champagne beyond the confines of special occasions. Champagne aperitifs, brunch, and tea time with sparkling wine are among the experiences on offer. These are all opportunities to discover the appellation’s many expressions, gain a deeper understanding of its wines, and appreciate the possibilities for food pairings.

Champagne Day as the Highlight

Champagne Week builds on Champagne Day, celebrated on October 23, 2026, right in the middle of this Parisian week. Launched in 2009, this day has become an international gathering for professionals, enthusiasts, and champagne lovers. It celebrates the richness of its terroirs, its craftsmanship, and the diversity of its wines through initiatives organized in many countries.

The list of participating venues and the program of events can be found on the event’s official website: champagne-week.fr. This inaugural edition promises to make the capital sparkle for a week, inviting visitors to discover champagne in a whole new way.