Looking for the best events in Paris in 2026? From major festivals, concerts and outdoor events to trade shows, sporting events, markets and cultural activities, there is always something happening in Paris.
In this Paris events calendar, we bring together the most interesting and important events taking place throughout 2026. You’ll find major events and popular attractions, as well as exhibitions, festivals, concerts, trade shows and events that you may not have heard of yet.
This calendar is regularly updated throughout the year. The events for September 2026 are now listed below, while we’ll continue adding the most important events for October, November and December in the coming weeks.
Visiting Paris during the summer? Take a look at our guide to summer in Paris. And if you’re interested in art and culture, don’t miss our guide to exhibitions in Paris.
Whether you’re visiting Paris for a weekend, looking for a concert or festival, interested in a trade show or cultural event, or simply want to experience something different, there is always something to do in Paris. Browse the calendar below and discover what’s happening during your visit. On y va?
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What to do in Paris in September 2026
• LES TRAVERSÉES DU MARAIS – LE MARAIS
4 to 6 September 2026
For three days, the Le Marais district transforms into a large cultural festival around the theme ‘Dialogue(s)’. 27 cultural institutions and 5 galleries offer free concerts, performances, workshops, exhibitions, talks, film screenings and guided tours.
Lestraverseesdumarais.com →
• FIRST SUNDAY OF THE MONTH – VARIOUS LOCATIONS
6 September 2026
On the first Sunday of the month, several Parisian museums and monuments open their doors for free, including the Musée d’Orsay, Musée Picasso, Musée Guimet, Musée Carnavalet and La Monnaie de Paris. Advance booking is required at many locations. Several castles in and around Paris can also be visited for free that day.
Parisjetaime.com →
• FESTIVALS DU PARC FLORAL – PARC FLORAL DE PARIS
24 June to 6 September 2026
A summer programme of concerts and performances in the beautiful green setting of Parc Floral.
Festivalsduparcfloral.paris →
• JAZZ À LA VILLETTE – PARC DE LA VILLETTE
28 August to 6 September 2026
One of Paris’s best-known jazz festivals, featuring a varied programme of jazz, soul, hip-hop and other musical styles.
Jazzalavillette.com →
• VILLAGE INTERNATIONAL DE LA GASTRONOMIE – PLACE DE LA CONCORDE
10 to 13 September 2026
An international food festival featuring cuisine from 73 countries and French regions, with cooking demonstrations, tastings and cultural performances. Italy is this year’s guest of honour.
Village-international-de-la-gastronomie.com →
• LA FÊTE DE PARIS – PLACE ANDRÉ HONNORAT
12 to 13 September 2026
A free celebration bringing the history and culture of Paris to life. Expect dancing with Joséphine Baker and the Republican Guard, historical battles with musketeers, artisans, live music, street theatre, Molière on stage and plenty of food. Admission is free.
Lafetedeparis.fr →
• OLYMPIC CAULDRON – JARDIN DES TUILERIES
21 June to 14 September 2026
The famous Olympic installation returns to the Jardin des Tuileries and can once again be admired in Paris this summer.
Paris.fr →
• MAISON&OBJET – PARIS NORD VILLEPINTE
10 to 14 September 2026
An international trade fair for interiors, design, decoration and lifestyle, where brands and designers showcase their latest trends and collections.
Maison-objet.com →
• PARIS DESIGN WEEK – VARIOUS LOCATIONS
10 to 19 September 2026
For ten days, Paris celebrates design. Galleries, workshops, studios and other venues showcase new designs and creative installations across the city.
Maison-objet.com →
• FESTIVAL D’AUTOMNE – VARIOUS LOCATIONS
From 11 September 2026
A major cultural festival featuring theatre, dance, music, visual arts and film at venues across Paris and the surrounding region.
Festival-automne.com →
• FOOD TEMPLE MAROC – CARREAU DU TEMPLE
18 to 20 September 2026
Food Temple brings gastronomy, chefs, workshops, tastings and music together at Carreau du Temple. A great event for anyone looking to discover Paris through food.
Lecarreaudutemple.eu →
• JOURNÉES EUROPÉENNES DU PATRIMOINE – VARIOUS LOCATIONS
19 and 20 September 2026
During the European Heritage Days, monuments, museums and historic buildings open their doors. Some places that are normally difficult to access can also be visited during this weekend.
Journeesdupatrimoine.culture.gouv.fr →
• FINE ARTS PARIS – GRAND PALAIS
19 to 23 September 2026
An international art fair featuring paintings, drawings, sculptures and other artworks from different periods. The fair takes place at the Grand Palais.
Finearts-paris.com →
• WHISKY LIVE PARIS & COCKTAIL STREET – GRANDE HALLE DE LA VILLETTE
26 to 28 September 2026
A major event for whisky and cocktail enthusiasts, featuring tastings, masterclasses and demonstrations.
Whiskylive.fr →
• PARIS-VERSAILLES – PARIS AND VERSAILLES
27 September 2026
The famous running race takes participants on a course of around 16 kilometres from the Eiffel Tower to the Château de Versailles.
Parisversailles.com →
• LES GRANDES EAUX ET LES JARDINS MUSICAUX – CHÂTEAU DE VERSAILLES
1 April to 1 November 2026
The famous fountains and gardens of Versailles come to life with music and spectacular water shows.
Chateauversailles-spectacles.fr →
• AURA INVALIDES – DÔME DES INVALIDES
1 October 2024 to 31 December 2027
An immersive evening show combining light, music and projections inside the impressive dome of Les Invalides.
Book your tickets →
MAJOR CONCERTS IN PARIS – SEPTEMBER 2026
• Lauryn Hill — Accor Arena — 2 September — Tickets →
• PLK — Stade de France — 4 & 5 September — Tickets →
• Ronnie Wood — Olympia — 5 September — Tickets →
• The Neighbourhood — Accor Arena — 8 September — Tickets →
• Jay-Z — Stade de France — 10 September — Tickets →
• Céline Dion — Paris La Défense Arena — from 12 September — Tickets →
• Judas Priest — Zénith de Paris — 17 September — Tickets →
• Evanescence — Accor Arena — 17 September — Tickets →
• The Pussycat Dolls — Accor Arena — 19 September — Tickets →
• BIGBANG — Stade de France — 19 September — Tickets →
• A$AP Rocky — Accor Arena — 30 September — Tickets →
What to Do in Paris in June, July & August 2026
• NUIT BLANCHE – VARIOUS LOCATIONS
6 June 2026
A free overnight art festival featuring installations, performances and contemporary art at unique locations across Paris.
Paris.fr →
• ROLAND GARROS – STADE ROLAND-GARROS
18 May to 7 June 2026
The famous Grand Slam tennis tournament on clay, bringing together the world’s best players.
Rolandgarros.com →
• FÊTE DE LA MUSIQUE – VARIOUS LOCATIONS
21 June 2026
A free music festival where musicians perform all across Paris, from streets and squares to parks and cafés.
Fetedelamusique.culture.gouv.fr →
• CARNAVAL TROPICAL – CHAMPS-ÉLYSÉES
5 July 2026
A colourful parade with music, dancing and traditional costumes celebrating the cultural diversity of Paris.
Paris.fr →
• 14 JULY FIREWORKS – CHAMP-DE-MARS
13 July 2026 (!)
The spectacular sound and light show celebrating the French national holiday will exceptionally take place on 13 July in 2026.
Parisjetaime.com →
• BASTILLE DAY, 14 JULY FRENCH NATIONAL HOLIDAY – VARIOUS LOCATIONS
14 July 2026
France’s national holiday, featuring the traditional military parade, air show and numerous celebrations across the city.
Parisjetaime.com →
• FESTIVAL CHOPIN À PARIS – PARC DE BAGATELLE
24 June to 14 July 2026
A summer music festival featuring piano recitals and concerts in the beautiful Orangerie of Parc de Bagatelle.
Frederic-chopin.com →
• SOLDES D’ÉTÉ – VARIOUS LOCATIONS
24 June to 21 July 2026
The French summer sales are a great time to go shopping in Parisian department stores, boutiques and shopping streets.
Thisisparis.blog →
• TOUR DE FRANCE – VARIOUS LOCATIONS
4 to 26 July 2026
The Tour de France finishes in Paris on 26 July, with the final stage passing through areas including Montmartre and the Champs-Élysées.
Letour.fr →
• LA FÊTE FORAINE DES TUILERIES – JARDIN DES TUILERIES
20 June to 23 August 2026
The large summer funfair in the Jardin des Tuileries, with rides, a Ferris wheel and entertainment.
Parisjetaime.com →
• PARIS PLAGES – VARIOUS LOCATIONS
6 June to 30 August 2026
The Seine and other locations are transformed into temporary urban beaches during the summer, with sports, relaxation and activities.
Thisisparis.blog →
• ROCK EN SEINE – DOMAINE NATIONAL DE SAINT-CLOUD
26 to 30 August 2026
Rock en Seine is one of the biggest music festivals around Paris, with five days of performances by international artists.
Rockenseine.com →
• FESTIVALS DU PARC FLORAL – PARC FLORAL DE PARIS
24 June to 6 September 2026
A summer programme of concerts and performances in the beautiful green setting of Parc Floral.
Festivalsduparcfloral.paris →
• JAZZ À LA VILLETTE – PARC DE LA VILLETTE
28 August to 6 September 2026
One of Paris’s best-known jazz festivals, featuring a varied programme of jazz, soul, hip-hop and other musical styles.
Jazzalavillette.com →
• OLYMPIC CAULDRON – JARDIN DES TUILERIES
21 June to 14 September 2026
The famous Olympic installation returns to the Jardin des Tuileries and can once again be admired in Paris this summer.
Paris.fr →
• LES GRANDES EAUX ET LES JARDINS MUSICAUX – CHÂTEAU DE VERSAILLES
1 April to 1 November 2026
The famous fountains and gardens of Versailles come to life with music and spectacular water shows.
Chateauversailles-spectacles.fr →
• AURA INVALIDES – DÔME DES INVALIDES
1 October 2024 to 31 December 2027
An immersive evening show combining light, music and projections inside the impressive dome of Les Invalides.
Book your tickets →
Top 10 best events on the agenda in Paris 2026
1. PARIS FASHION WEEK
Various dates in 2026
One of the world’s most important fashion events, featuring shows and presentations by major fashion houses and designers.
Fhcm.paris →
2. NOUVEL AN CHINOIS
February – March 2026
Paris celebrates Chinese New Year with colourful parades, lion dances and cultural festivities, particularly in the 13th arrondissement.
Parisjetaime.com →
3. NUIT BLANCHE
6 June 2026
An all-night art event during which museums, streets and public spaces are transformed by contemporary art and performances.
Parisjetaime.com →
4. FETE DE LA MUSIQUE
21 June 2026
A free music festival where musicians perform throughout Paris, turning the city into one huge open-air stage.
Fetedelamusique.culture.gouv.fr →
5. ROLAND GARROS
18 May – 7 June 2026
The famous Grand Slam tennis tournament on clay attracts the world’s best tennis players to Paris every year.
Rolandgarros.com →
6. PARIS PLAGES
July – August 2026
The banks of the Seine and other locations across Paris are transformed into temporary urban beaches during the summer, with sports, relaxation and activities.
Paris.fr →
7. TOUR DE FRANCE
4 – 26 July 2026
The famous cycling race traditionally finishes in Paris, where the final stage creates a festive atmosphere throughout the city.
Letour.fr →
8. BASTILLE DAY
14 July 2026
France’s national holiday, featuring the famous military parade, festivities and spectacular fireworks in Paris.
Parisjetaime.com →
9. FETE DES VENDANGES
7 – 11 October 2026
Montmartre’s annual wine festival features wine tastings, music, parades and a variety of culinary activities.
Fetedesvendangesdemontmartre.com →
10. PARIS PHOTO
12 – 15 November 2026
The international photography fair at the Grand Palais brings together photographers, galleries, collectors and photography enthusiasts.
Parisphoto.com →
Frequently asked questions about events in Paris
• What are the major events in Paris in 2026?
Major events in 2026 include Paris Fashion Week, Roland Garros, Fête de la Musique, Paris Plages, the Tour de France, Bastille Day, Fête des Vendanges and Paris Photo.
• Which trade shows are taking place in Paris in 2026?
Paris hosts major trade shows and exhibitions throughout the year covering fashion, photography, art, design, gastronomy and lifestyle. Paris Fashion Week and Paris Photo are among the best-known international events.
• What are the best events in Paris?
It depends on your interests. Music fans can enjoy Fête de la Musique and various summer festivals, while sports fans can choose from Roland Garros and the Tour de France. Those interested in culture and traditions can attend events such as Bastille Day or Fête des Vendanges.
• Which events take place in Paris during the summer?
Summer events include Paris Plages, the Tour de France, Bastille Day and various music festivals. June, July and August also offer plenty of outdoor activities and cultural events.
• Which events are taking place in Paris in September 2026?
September is traditionally a busy month, with events such as Paris Fashion Week, Paris Design Week and various trade shows, festivals and cultural events. The September 2026 agenda on this page is being updated with more events.
• Where can I find the latest events calendar for Paris?
On this page, we collect the main events, trade shows and exhibitions taking place in Paris and continue to update the calendar throughout the year. Before your visit, always check the event’s official website for the latest dates, location and practical information.
