Festival paris guide

Festival Lumières Impressionnistes 2026: we spotted Monet in Chatou (78)

Le Festival Lumières Impressionnistes transforms the Île des Impressionnistes de Chatou (78) en jardin rêvé de Claude Monet jusqu'au 12 septembre 2026. On a découvert ce festival gratuit en avant-première et on vous dévoile nos images.

Verdure Theatre Festival 2026 at Bois de Boulogne: the lineup for its fifth season

The Verdure Theatre at the Shakespeare Garden returns May 30 to September 27, 2026, in the Bois de Boulogne. Theatre, dance, music, and family-friendly programming mark the fifth season of open-air performances.

World Festival 2026 in Paris: tours of the HQ, a food court, workshops… the program

The World Festival is back in Paris from September 18 to 20, 2026 for its 12th edition. Tours of the newspaper’s headquarters, meetings with the editorial team, debates, workshops, concerts, and a food court will grab the headlines in the 13th arrondissement, with this year’s theme explored under the banner of “Feminine Plurals.”

Paris Zen Festival: massages, yoga, classes and wellness workshops in the natural setting of the Parc Floral

The yoga and wellbeing festival is back to recharge in the heart of Paris' Parc Floral, on June 27 and 28, 2026. A weekend of pure relaxation awaits with classes, workshops and treatments, indoors or out in nature.

Ze Next Convention: the pop culture festival centered on Pokémon in Essonne

Gaming and pop culture fans are invited to the Evry-Courcouronnes geek festival on May 16–17, 2026, where you can meet actors and cosplayers, and enjoy activities and video games, with Pokémon as this year’s theme!

Paris Book Fair 2026: The must-attend literary event at the Grand Palais

Since 2022, the Paris Book Fair has evolved into a full-fledged festival. This highly anticipated event is making its return to the Grand Palais for a new edition, welcoming book lovers from April 17 to 19, 2026.

HOLI 2026 at the Jardin d'Acclimatation: India's festival of colors is back in Paris — the date.

The Jardin d’Acclimatation lights up in a thousand hues for the 7th edition of Holi, the famous Indian festival of colors. On May 31, 2026, the must-attend spring event returns, offering artisan workshops, Indian food trucks, live performances, and a splash of pigment.

Onze Bouge 2026, the outdoor arts festival, is making a mark again in the 11th arrondissement of Paris

The Onze Bouge festival is back for a new edition in the streets of the 11th arrondissement of Paris, from May 28 to 31, 2026. Expect a mix of dance, theatre, music, and comedy performances... Street arts take center stage in this free festival!

Paris Tea Festival 2026: Two days to explore 60 exhibitors and enjoy 40 tea-themed activities in the heart of Paris

Paris enters tea time on June 13 and 14, 2026, with the second edition of the Paris Tea Festival. Led by María Kockmann, this event celebrates the rich culture of tea through a lineup of over 60 exhibitors and 40 activities. A weekend dedicated to tasting, exploring, and connecting with the passionate creators and enthusiasts shaping the tea scene in Paris and beyond.

Villette eSport: The Cité des Sciences' video game festival won't be taking place this year

Contrary to initial announcements, the gaming festival at the City of Science will not take place in 2026. We're hopeful that Villette eSport will make a comeback next year.

Circulation(s) 2026: Everything You Need to Know About Europe’s Premier Festival for Young Photography at Le Centquatre

The Circulation(s) festival returns to the 104 from March 21 to May 17, 2026. For over 15 years, this event showcasing emerging European photography has become a must-attend occasion for art enthusiasts in Paris.

Les Puces de l'Illu 2025: the contemporary illustration festival at the Campus Fonderie de l'Image

The Campus Fonderie de l'Image is organizing the 13th edition of the Puces de l'illu on December 6 and 7, 2025. Come and discover a selection of illustrators, screen printers, engravers, publishers, gallery owners, and independent booksellers, and find an original work of art!

Festival Atmosphères 2025: the free cultural program for the Fête de la Science

The Atmosphères Festival returns to Courbevoie for its 15th edition from October 8 to 12, 2025, offering free cinema, arts and science around the theme of sustainable development.

The beauty giant's make-up and skincare festival returns to Paris in October - dates

Paris gets a makeover on October 10 and 11, 2025 with the return of SEPHORiA. This immersive event, imagined by the LVMH Group cosmetics brand, promises to let visitors discover, test and celebrate make-up, skincare and innovations in a vibrant, colorful universe.

Paris Design Week 2025: a free culinary and musical festival organized by the Swedish giant

To coincide with Paris Design Week, the Swedish giant is turning up the heat and the sound with IKEA Cooking Session, a free culinary and musical festival from September 12 to 14, 2025. With mouth-watering recipes, frenzied DJ sets and immersive scenography by Uchronia, the experience promises to put Paris on its feet!

Jazz Sur Seine 2025: 25 clubs and 180 artists to rock the capital - program

This autumn, Jazz sur Seine returns to rock Paris and the Île-de-France region for its 14th edition. From October 10 to 25, 2025, 25 clubs, over 180 concerts and 450 artists will be bringing you jazz, blues, swing, funk, Latino and traditional music.

Demain le sport: the free festival at the Maison de la Radio et de la Musique

On October 7, 2025, France Info, L'Équipe and France Télévisions are organizing a day dedicated to the future of sport, with round-table discussions and sports workshops.

Festival des Places transforms Place d'Italie into a living stage on June 29

The Place d'Italie is transformed into a festive and cultural stage on Sunday June 29 for a free day of dance, music and performance at the Festival des Places.

TAKIFÉ: the first festival of kiff (food, beauty, fashion, music, kids ...) arrives at 104 in Paris

TAKIFÉ, the first 100% kiff festival, takes up residence at CENTQUATRE-PARIS on July 4 and 5, 2025. For two days, 100 creative and committed brands will transform this arty venue in the 19th arrondissement into a veritable playground of experiences. Food, humor, music and trends... get ready to experience cool in total immersion!

En Quête d'Info: the festival dedicated to deciphering the media in Parisian libraries

En Quête d'Info, the festival dedicated to decoding the media, takes over Parisian libraries from March 29 to April 12, 2025. Conferences, debates, workshops and shows are on the program to question the production and distribution of information.