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    Dates

    10 Oct 2026

    City / country

    Lille, France

    Venue

    Lille Grand Palais

    Time

    9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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    Notable exhibitors

    Companies exhibiting at LE SALON SANTÉ, SOCIAL, PARAMÉDICAL ET SPORT DE LILLE 2026 include APRADIS, CAPPEC : préparation aux études de santé, CF, CRFPE and DIRECTION DE LA PROTECTION JUDICIAIRE ET DE LA JEUNESSE - GRAND NORD.

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    • CAPPEC : préparation aux études de santé
    • CF
    • CRFPE
    • DIRECTION DE LA PROTECTION JUDICIAIRE ET DE LA JEUNESSE - GRAND NORD

    Event overview

    Overview

    Le Salon de l'Etudiant santé, social, paramédical et sport 2026 à Lille est un événement clé pour les étudiants et les professionnels cherchant à explorer les carrières dans ces secteurs.

    Il propose des formations, des conseils sur Parcoursup, et des échanges avec des experts.

    TL;DR

    1. 1Dates and Venue: The Salon de l'Etudiant santé, social, paramédical et sport 2026 takes place on 10 October 2026 at Lille Grand Palais.
    2. 2Scale and Focus: This event is essential for students and parents interested in careers in health, social work, and sports, featuring numerous exhibitors.
    3. 3Organiser: Organized by L'Etudiant, the event provides valuable insights into various educational paths and career opportunities.
    4. 4Buyer Authority: Attendees include high school students, parents, and education professionals looking to guide their career choices.
    5. 5Entry / Access: Registration is free and required for attendance, with detailed information available on the official website.

    Why visit

    Visitors can gain insights into various educational programs, attend informative conferences, and interact with professionals in health and social sectors, making it a valuable experience for career guidance. Dates and Venue: The Salon de l'Etudiant santé, social, paramédical et sport 2026 takes place on 10 October 2026 at Lille Grand Palais. Buyer Authority: Attendees include high school students, parents, and education professionals looking to guide their career choices.

    Why exhibit

    Exhibitors can showcase their educational offerings, connect with potential students, and enhance their visibility in the health and social sectors, benefiting from direct engagement with a targeted audience. Scale and Focus: This event is essential for students and parents interested in careers in health, social work, and sports, featuring numerous exhibitors. Buyer Authority: Attendees include high school students, parents, and education professionals looking to guide.

    Attendees, exhibitors & solutions

    Who this event is for

    Visitor profile

    Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.

    High school students exploring career options in health and social services
    Parents seeking guidance for their children's educational paths
    Educational institutions promoting their programs in health and social fields
    Professionals in health and social sectors looking for new talent
    Career advisors and counselors assisting students in their choices
    Students interested in sports-related educational opportunities

    Exhibitor profile

    Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.

    Universities offering health and social science degrees
    Vocational training centers for paramedical professions
    Organizations providing career counseling services
    Companies specializing in health and wellness education
    Institutions focused on sports education and training
    Non-profits promoting social work and community services

    Product categories

    Key solution areas showcased across the event.

    Health education programs and certifications
    Social work training and resources
    Paramedical training courses
    Sports management and coaching programs
    Career counseling and guidance services
    Workshops on educational pathways and career planning

    Location & Facilities

    Venue

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    Halls & areas

    1
    Hall Bruxelles

    Lille Grand Palais

    1 Boulevard des Cités Unies, 59777 Lille, France

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    Entry & tickets

    Free registration

    Event days & opening times

    DayOpening hours
    10 October –9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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    Who runs the show

    Organisers

    L'Etudiant

    EmailWebsite

    How the last edition performed

    Previous edition

    Impact

    A bigger and stronger platform

    Le Salon de l'Etudiant santé, social, paramédical et sport 2026 à Lille est un événement clé pour les étudiants et les professionnels cherchant à explorer les carrières dans ces secteurs. Il propose des formations, des conseils sur Parcoursup, et des échanges avec des experts. This event plays a crucial role in guiding students towards meaningful careers in health and social services, addressing the growing demand for professionals in these fields. Le Salon.

    Audience quality

    High-value decision-makers

    Visitors typically include High school students exploring career options in health and social services, Parents seeking guidance for their children's educational paths, Educational institutions promoting their programs in health and social fields, Professionals in health and social sectors looking for new talent. Dates and Venue: The Salon de l'Etudiant santé, social, paramédical et sport 2026 takes place on 10 October 2026 at Lille Grand Palais. Scale and Focus: This event is essential for students and parents.

    Exhibitor outcomes

    Real business growth

    Exhibitors can showcase their educational offerings, connect with potential students, and enhance their visibility in the health and social sectors, benefiting from direct engagement with a targeted audience. Scale and Focus: This event is essential for students and parents interested in careers in health, social work, and sports, featuring numerous exhibitors. Buyer Authority: Attendees include high school students, parents, and education professionals looking to guide.

    Intelligence

    Market context

    Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.

    Lille, France

    Why it matters

    Attending LE SALON SANTÉ, SOCIAL, PARAMÉDICAL ET SPORT DE LILLE 2026 on 2026-10-10 to 2026-10-10 in Lille lets buyers and specifiers benchmark suppliers, see live demonstrations, and compress months of vendor meetings into one focused trade visit — worthwhile when your category roadmap aligns with the official exhibitor profile.

    Industry trends

    Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.

    01

    Healthcare and social workforce demand

    Sustained demand for nurses, care assistants, social workers and paramedical staff shapes which training routes students and employers prioritise.

    02

    Apprenticeship and alternance pathways

    Alternance and apprenticeship contracts combine paid work with study and are a fast-growing entry route into health, social and sport professions.

    03

    Digital guidance and pre-show research

    Students and families increasingly shortlist institutions, programmes and career options online before travelling to a physical fair.

    04

    Sport and wellbeing professions

    Sport, fitness and physical activity roles are expanding as public health policy emphasises prevention and active lifestyles.

    05

    Free one-day guidance format

    Free regional orientation fairs concentrate hundreds of institutions in a single hall so visitors can compare programmes in one visit.

    Medical trade fair circuit

    Book hotels and meetings 8–12 weeks before opening day; peer shows in the same sector often fall in adjacent months.

    Buyers covering medical often plan LE SALON SANTÉ, SOCIAL, PARAMÉDICAL ET SPORT DE LILLE 2026 alongside regional peer shows to compare products, pricing, and service coverage across markets.

    Pre-show

    Confirm exhibitor meetings and product demos for LE SALON SANTÉ, SOCIAL, PARAMÉDICAL ET SPORT DE LILLE 2026.

    Show week

    Hall walk-throughs, live demos, and supplier negotiations.

    Peer events are widely known sector fairs; verify dates on each organiser website before booking.

    Plan your trip

    Travel & logistics

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    Local transport

    Get around the city with these convenient transport options.

    Metro

    Estimated costStandard Ilevia Lille single-ticket fare, bought at station machines or by contactless

    Metro stations Lille Grand Palais and Mairie de Lille are the nearest stops, reachable from the city centre and both Lille rail stations.

    Bus (Citadine line)

    Estimated costStandard Ilevia single-ticket fare, same ticket as metro

    The Citadine bus line serves the Lille - Zenith stop close to Lille Grand Palais.

    Car and parking

    Estimated costPaid hourly venue or shopping-centre parking; rates posted on site

    Lille Grand Palais has a 1,200-space car park that fills early; P+R Citadine at Porte de Valenciennes and the Euralille shopping centre are recommended alternatives.

    Free Indigo shuttle

    Estimated costFree

    Free Indigo shuttles link the Euralille shopping centre car park with Lille Grand Palais during major events.

    V'Lille bike share

    Estimated costShort-trip bike hire tariff set by the operator

    Lille Grand Palais has its own V'Lille bicycle station, useful for the last leg from central Lille.

    Plan your trip

    Visa & entry documents

    Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.

    Visa not required
    ATA Carnet: check with organiser
    TypeWho needs itFeeProcessing
    Schengen short-stay visa for business travelNon-EU/EEA nationals without a Schengen visa-waiver agreement who are travelling to attend trade fairs, seminars or conferences linked to their professional activityNot yet confirmedApply on the France-Visas portal well before the 10 October 2026 show date and allow several weeks for appointment, submission and decision
    Visa-free short stay under a Schengen waiverEU/EEA nationals and passport holders from countries with a Schengen visa-waiver agreement making short business visits to FranceNot yet confirmedNo application required; carry a valid passport for entry

    France-Visas states that a visa is generally required in the absence of a waiver: EU/EEA nationals and travellers from Schengen visa-waiver countries can enter France visa-free for short business visits, while other nationalities apply through the official France-Visas portal.

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    Weather

    Lille in October is mild and damp: daytime highs average around 16 C (61 F) with overnight lows near 8 C (46 F), and AccuWeather's October outlook runs from roughly 54 F to 69 F by day. Expect about 67-82 mm of rain across 13-15 wet days, so the 10 October 2026 show day may see intermittent showers.

    Plan for the climate

    Check temperatures and pack accordingly

    Venue connectivity

    EU roaming may apply for EU SIMs; local prepaid SIM and eSIM options are widely available — confirm venue Wi‑Fi with the organiser.

    Ride-hailing

    Taxis

    Public transit

    Car rentals

    Cultural notes

    Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.

    Registration

    Confirm registration and venue access with the organiser before travelling to Lille.

    Arrival

    Arrive early on the first show day for orientation and security screening.

    Practical guides

    Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials

    Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.

    Flights

    Compare flights to the nearest international gateway serving Lille; confirm ground transport on the organiser site.

    Visa

    France is part of the Schengen area. EU/EEA and visa-waiver nationals need no visa for a short business visit; other nationalities generally require a short-stay Schengen visa, which France-Visas issues for attending trade fairs, seminars and conferences related to professional activity.

    Estimated cost: EUR 0 for EU/EEA and visa-waiver travellers. Applicants who require a Schengen short-stay visa pay the consular fee published on the France-Visas portal, plus any service-centre charges.

    Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.

    Start any application on France-Visas, the official French visa portal, and travel with a valid passport: France does not recognise the 12-page US emergency passport for visa-free entry, according to the US Embassy in France.

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    Transport

    Get to the venue and around the city with these options.

    Airport → venue: Use the nearest international airport serving Lille; Metro, train or taxi links are typically available to the venue district.

    Hotel → venue: Several hotels are a short walk from Lille Grand Palais, from about 250 m (ibis Lille Centre Grand Palais) to 620 m (B&B HOTEL Lille Centre Grand Palais); Novotel Lille Centre Gares is about 350 m away. On show day the hotel-to-venue leg is easiest on foot or by metro to the Lille Grand Palais or Mairie de Lille stations.

    Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Lille; confirm local availability before travel.

    Public transit: Lille Grand Palais is served by the metro stations Lille Grand Palais and Mairie de Lille, the Citadine bus line with a Lille - Zenith stop, and a V'Lille bicycle station at the venue. The site is walkable from the Euralille and Gares districts, and P+R Citadine at Porte de Valenciennes is the recommended park-and-ride option.

    Parking: On-site parking is available at Lille Grand Palais; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.

    Weather

    Plan and pack for the event climate.

    Month: October 2026

    Temperature: Average high near 16 C (61 F) and average low near 8 C (46 F); daily October highs range from about 54 F to 69 F with overnight lows between 44 F and 53 F.

    Seasonality: Autumn in Lille brings roughly 67-82 mm of rainfall over 13-15 rainy days in October, with the 31-day rainfall total staying close to 2.0 inches, so plan for short showers around the Saturday 10 October 2026 show day.

    Packing: Pack layers, a waterproof jacket and a compact umbrella for Lille's damp October climate, plus comfortable walking shoes for the walk between Lille Grand Palais halls, the metro and nearby hotels.

    Plan your trip

    Planning

    1

    Check passport validity and confirm whether you need a Schengen short-stay visa on France-Visas — EU/EEA and visa-waiver travellers need no visa; other nationalities should start the France-Visas application now.

    2

    Book travel to Lille for Saturday 10 October 2026 — The fair is a one-day event at Lille Grand Palais, Hall Bruxelles; rail via Gare Lille Europe or Gare Lille Flandres is convenient.

    3

    Reserve a hotel within walking distance of Lille Grand Palais — ibis Lille Centre Grand Palais (about 250 m), Novotel Lille Centre Gares (about 350 m) and B&B HOTEL Lille Centre Grand Palais (about 620 m).

    4

    Register free online and download your personal invitation — Registration via salon-sante-social-et-paramedical-lille.salon.letudiant.fr issues a free invitation; school groups register once for the whole establishment or individual classes, not both.

    5

    Shortlist the free conferences and sessions you want to attend — Conference access is free and open; plan to arrive about 10 minutes before each session starts.

    6

    Choose the exhibitors you want to meet — The exhibitor list covers 138 organisations; filter by sector, region and required study level before travelling.

    7

    Plan your route to Lille Grand Palais — Metro stations Lille Grand Palais and Mairie de Lille serve the venue, plus the Citadine bus line to the Lille - Zenith stop.

    8

    Decide on parking if you are driving — The venue has a 1,200-space car park that fills early; P+R Citadine at Porte de Valenciennes and Euralille are the alternatives, with free Indigo shuttles from Euralille.

    9

    Check the October weather and pack accordingly — Expect highs near 16 C with rain on 13-15 days; bring a waterproof jacket, umbrella and comfortable shoes.

    10

    Prepare questions and documents for advisers — Bring transcripts, a CV draft and your programme shortlist; free online orientation tests are available before the fair.

    11

    Save the invitation on your smartphone and set travel timings — Access accepts a digital QR invitation; printed copies are optional.

    12

    Arrive early on show day for badge collection and orientation — Bag checks apply at the entrance and sharp or dangerous objects are not allowed; on-site registration is possible but slower.

    Budget

    Costs & budget

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    Estimated total€150.00

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    Decision

    Visit, exhibit, or skip?

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    What is your primary role?

    Decision matrix

    Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.

    visit

    Assess how this option fits your objectives.

    Best for

    Students, families and career-change visitors comparing health, social, paramedical and sport programmes, plus school groups registering a whole establishment for one guided visit to 138 exhibitors.

    Min. budget

    $350.00

    Timeline

    2-3 weeks to register free, book rail or a walk-to-venue hotel and shortlist the conferences and exhibitors you want.

    Risks

    October weekends in Lille fill rooms in the Euralille and Gares districts quickly, so book as soon as you register.

    The fair is a single day on Saturday 10 October 2026: arrange travel and badge collection before the morning opening.

    exhibit

    Assess how this option fits your objectives.

    Best for

    Training providers, schools, universities and employers recruiting for health, social, paramedical and sport pathways that want direct contact with prospective students, apprentices and their families.

    Min. budget

    $2,200.00

    Timeline

    8-12 weeks for stand booking, technical file tasks, freight planning and build-up scheduling.

    Risks

    Hall Bruxelles hosts a one-day show, so build-up and teardown windows are tight and must be booked early.

    Exhibitor deadlines run through the organiser's technical dossier; late electrical, rigging or furniture forms can delay installation.

    skip

    Assess how this option fits your objectives.

    Best for

    Anyone outside the health, social, paramedical and sport training market, or visitors who only need generic careers information that L'Etudiant already publishes free online.

    Min. budget

    Not yet confirmed

    Timeline

    No lead time needed; registration stays free if plans change.

    Risks

    Skipping means missing face-to-face orientation advice, the free conference programme and direct contact with 138 exhibitors in a single day.

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    FAQs & glossary

    Answers

    Frequently asked

    Glossary

    1
    Parcoursup
    A national platform in France for managing higher education admissions.
    2
    Salon
    An exhibition or fair where various organizations present their offerings.
    3
    Exposant
    An exhibitor or organization that showcases their products or services at the event.
    4
    Conférence
    A formal meeting or presentation where experts discuss specific topics.
    5
    Inscription
    The process of registering for an event or service.
    6
    Accès
    The means or opportunity to enter a place or attend an event.
    7
    Alternance
    A French work-study route that combines classroom study with paid time in a company; the Lille fair offers dedicated alternance guidance sessions.
    8
    Apprentissage
    An apprenticeship contract, a form of alternance for young people that leads to a recognised qualification and is presented by training providers at the fair.
    9
    Orientation
    The process of choosing a study path or career; L'Etudiant offers free online orientation tests before visitors attend the salon.
    10
    L'Etudiant
    The French education media and events group that organises this Lille fair and runs its visitor registration and exhibitor platform.

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