What to Do in Port Louis, 9 to 31 October 2026
PORT LOUIS · Culture
The LA ISLA 2068 festival opens in Moka on Friday 9 October, and Caudan Arts Centre stages Feydeau theatre from Thursday 15 October. Here is the rest of the month, with prices in rupees and US$.
PORT LOUIS — This is the culture and events guide for 9 to 31 October 2026, for people who live in the capital or in nearby towns on the central plateau. Every date, time, venue and price below was checked on the organiser, venue or ticket-platform page on 8 October 2026.
Prices are in Mauritian rupees (Rs), each with its US$ value. We converted at the RT market rate of about Rs 47.4 per US$ (8 October 2026), so US$1 buys roughly Rs 47. Ticket platforms may add booking fees, and card providers add their own exchange spreads.
Port Louis itself hosts four theatre and concert productions at Caudan Arts Centre, on Marina Quay at Caudan Waterfront. Most other shows are in Moka, Trianon, Phoenix and on the west coast, so plan your transport early.
9 to 11 October: The opening weekend
Friday 9 October, 17:00 to 00:00, and Saturday 10 October, 12:00 to 00:00
LA ISLA 2068 Festival
La Piazza, Vivéa Business Park, Moka · Saturday regular ticket Rs 1,600 (about US$34) · two-day Eco Pack (VIP) Rs 3,300 (about US$70)
A two-day festival at the Vivéa Business Park in Moka. The Otayo listing showed the Friday regular and VIP tickets as sold out on 8 October, while Saturday regular tickets were still on sale at the “last chance” price. Children under 12 enter free, and visitors aged 12 to 25 get a 50% discount with a code listed on the ticket page. A valid ID must be shown at the door.
Saturday 10 October, 14:00
Lilo & Stitch – La Comédie Musicale
Trianon Convention Centre, Trianon · from Rs 400 (about US$8) · all children aged 2 and over need a ticket
A French-language family musical with performers travelling from Paris. The show lasts about 70 minutes, and doors open at 12:00. Premium tickets at Rs 1,200 (about US$25) include reserved parking.
Saturday 10 October, 17:00
La Reine des Neiges : La Comédie Musicale
Trianon Convention Centre, Trianon · from Rs 400 (about US$8) · all children aged 2 and over need a ticket
The second family musical of the day at Trianon. Doors open at 16:00, and Premium tickets (Rs 1,200, about US$25) include reserved parking.
Saturday 10 October, 20:00
Le Roi Lion – La Comédie Musicale
Trianon Convention Centre, Trianon · from Rs 400 (about US$8) · all children aged 2 and over need a ticket
The third musical in the Trianon series, with doors at 19:00. The five ticket categories run from Bronze at Rs 400 to Premium at Rs 1,200 (about US$25).
Saturday 10 October, 20:00
Elle sur île, Véronique Forget in concert
Caudan Arts Centre, Caudan Waterfront, Port Louis · Rs 700 (about US$15) to Rs 1,200 (about US$25)
A solo concert of known repertoire and new, unreleased songs, in English, French and Creole. It lasts about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Saturday 10 October, 18:00 to 00:00
Sam Garrett Live in Concert
The Green Village, southern Mauritius · adults Rs 1,800 (about US$38) · children 7 to 12 Rs 900 (about US$19)
A family-friendly concert in the south of the island. Children under 6 enter free, and VIP adult tickets cost Rs 2,500 (about US$53). It is a long drive from Port Louis, so arrange the return journey in advance.
Saturday 10 October, 19:30, and Sunday 11 October, 16:30
Christafari – Reggae Revival Mauritius
J&J Auditorium, Phoenix · Rs 450 (about US$10) per ticket
A reggae concert on two dates, one on Saturday evening and one on Sunday afternoon. Children aged 3 and over need a ticket, and younger children must sit on a parent’s lap. Otayo listed the Sunday show as having last tickets available.
15 to 18 October: Theatre and a classical concert in the capital
Thursday 15, Friday 16 and Saturday 17 October, 19:30
Tailleur pour Dames
Caudan Arts Centre, Caudan Waterfront, Port Louis · Standard Rs 750 (about US$16) · VIP Rs 950 (about US$20)
A vaudeville comedy by Georges Feydeau, performed in French by a cast of eight. In the story, a respected doctor is trapped by his own lies and must pose as a dressmaker. The play lasts 1 hour 45 minutes and was Feydeau’s first three-act play, written when he was 23.
Friday 16 October, 22:30
NOCHE Latina
Lakaz Cascavelle, Cascavelle · Rs 500 (about US$11) presale · 18+ only
A night of reggaeton, Latin and Kizomba music with about 15 local artists in showcases, and DJs Moon Jr and Kidz between acts. Tickets are limited and cost more at the door. Outside food and drink are not allowed, and security checks may take place at entry.
Saturday 17 October, 12:00 to 20:00
Espresso & Beats – Brew to Bubbles
La Rivière Tamarin, Tamarin · entrance Rs 500 (about US$11) · entrance with lunch Rs 2,500 (about US$53)
A daytime event that moves from coffee to cocktails to sparkling wine at sunset. Four DJs play house and Afro house with a live saxophonist. The lunch ticket includes a three-course menu.
Saturday 17 October, 20:00
JARRY – BONHOMME
Trianon Convention Centre, Trianon · from Rs 900 (about US$19) · VIP Rs 2,800 (about US$59)
A comedy show in French that lasts about 1 hour 30 minutes. Other categories cost Rs 1,200 (about US$25) and Rs 1,800 (about US$38). Children aged 3 and over need a ticket.
Sunday 18 October, 17:00
Grand Concert Performing European Composers
Caudan Arts Centre, Caudan Waterfront, Port Louis · Rs 700 (about US$15) to Rs 1,200 (about US$25)
A classical concert of 1 hour 15 minutes, organised by Immedia with the European Union. The first half is the final of a competition for young Mauritian musicians, with a choir from the national music conservatory between the halves. In the second half, Kenneth Babajie performs with an ensemble. Children under 12 pay Rs 700 (about US$15).
22 to 25 October: A Mauritian stage production
Thursday 22, Friday 23 and Saturday 24 October, 20:00; Sunday 25 October, 14:00
Les Enfants d’Un Rêve : Pa Per Revé
Caudan Arts Centre, Caudan Waterfront, Port Louis · Rs 700 (about US$15)
A musical show for the 25th anniversary of a volunteer group that has performed since 2001, backed by the band Les Firehawks. It is performed in French, English and Creole and lasts about 2 hours 30 minutes. The show raises money for a local charity.
30 and 31 October: Reggae nights and a comedy finale
Friday 30 October, 19:30 to 01:00
VIBE DANS BACKSTAGE
Backstage, Hennessy Park Hotel, Ébène · Rs 450 (about US$10) early bird · 18+ only
A night of reggae, seggae and ragga with live sets by Sayaa and Blakkayo, a showcase by Sebby and DJ sets by Adellio. It starts after the working day and ends at 01:00.
Saturday 31 October, 20:00
Booder… à l’école
Trianon Convention Centre, Trianon · Bronze Rs 750 (about US$16) · VIP Rs 1,500 (about US$32)
A French comedy show by Booder with seated tickets in five categories. The top VVIP ticket costs Rs 1,800 (about US$38) and includes reserved parking. Children aged 3 and over need a ticket.
Saturday 31 October, 21:00 to 05:00
ATTENTAT – Concert Live
Hypnoz, DBM Industrial Zone, Coromandel · Rs 700 (about US$15) presale · 18+ only
A reggae and seggae concert that celebrates the release of Bilygane’s album, with live acts, showcases and DJ sets until 05:00. Presale tickets are cheaper than door prices.
Planning your Port Louis October
Most listings above sell tickets on Otayo. The Otayo help line is (+230) 466 99 99. Caudan Arts Centre sells its own tickets through the Caudan Waterfront website and can be reached on +230 211 9500.
Check the age rules before you book. NOCHE Latina, VIBE DANS BACKSTAGE and ATTENTAT are 18+ events, while the three Trianon musicals admit children from the age of 2 with a ticket.
Several venues are outside the capital. Trianon is near Quatre Bornes, Phoenix and Moka are on the central plateau, and Hypnoz, Cascavelle and Tamarin are on the west side. Premium tickets for the Trianon musicals and VVIP tickets for Booder include reserved parking.
Show times and ticket availability can change. Confirm with the venue or the ticket page before you travel, particularly for events that Otayo shows as nearly sold out.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the biggest event in Port Louis area in October 2026?
The LA ISLA 2068 Festival at La Piazza, Vivéa Business Park in Moka runs on Friday 9 October and Saturday 10 October 2026. The Friday regular and VIP tickets showed as sold out on 8 October, and the Saturday regular ticket costs Rs 1,600 (about US$34).
Where can I see theatre in Port Louis in October 2026?
Caudan Arts Centre at Caudan Waterfront stages Tailleur pour Dames, a French comedy by Georges Feydeau, on Thursday 15, Friday 16 and Saturday 17 October at 19:30. Tickets cost Rs 750 (about US$16) or Rs 950 (about US$20) for VIP.
Which October 2026 shows suit children?
The three Trianon musicals on Saturday 10 October (Lilo & Stitch at 14:00, La Reine des Neiges at 17:00 and Le Roi Lion at 20:00) admit children aged 2 and over with a ticket, from Rs 400 (about US$8). Sam Garrett’s concert on the same day is family-friendly, with Rs 900 (about US$19) tickets for children aged 7 to 12.
Which October 2026 events are 18+ only?
NOCHE Latina on Friday 16 October, VIBE DANS BACKSTAGE on Friday 30 October and ATTENTAT on Saturday 31 October are listed as 18+ events on Otayo.
How do I buy tickets for October 2026 events in Mauritius?
Most concerts and shows are sold on Otayo (otayo.com). Caudan Arts Centre shows can be booked on the Caudan Waterfront website, or by phone on +230 211 9500.
Sources: otayo.com (event pages for each Otayo listing), caudan.com/caudan-arts-centre (event pages for Tailleur pour Dames, Elle sur île, Grand Concert Performing European Composers and Les Enfants d’Un Rêve), RT MUR/USD rate. Retrieved 8 October 2026.
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