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Playground 2026: the children's dance festival in Île-de-France

Playground returns from November 4 to 29, 2026 in Île-de-France. This fifth edition offers dance performances for young audiences, from infancy through adolescence.

VIBRATION: immersive dance in Paris, a 360-degree show and raw emotions

VIBRATION lands in Paris from November 6 to 21, 2026 at Cirque Théâtre Bormann. This immersive show blends dance, circus, theater, original music, and 360° visuals into a narrative centered on emotion. More than 30 artists take part in this Solar Creation production, where the different disciplines meet as the production unfolds.

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater set to return to Paris in 2026.

The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater returns to the Paris Palais des Congrès from October 7 to 11, 2026, presenting two programs that fuse the Alvin Ailey legacy with contemporary works.

La Place marks its 10th anniversary with exhibitions, concerts, battles and dance shows at the Halles

The temple of Parisian hip-hop marks its 10th anniversary. From October 2 to 11, 2026, La Place takes over the Canopée des Halles for ten days of celebrations. On the menu for this XXL birthday: immersive exhibitions, electrifying dance battles, 100% Caribbean DJ sets, and one-of-a-kind concerts.

A Breton festival featuring specialties, dance and traditional music in Hauts-de-Seine.

You can almost hear the seagulls in Clichy! Brittany pays a visit to the Hauts-de-Seine town this Saturday, July 4, 2026, for a true festival that puts the region’s specialties in the spotlight, with dance, live music and gastronomy.

Nureyev's Bayadère at the Opéra Bastille: a spectacular ballet, a timeless classic — review

From June 17 to July 14, 2026, the Paris Opera presents La Bayadère in Rudolf Nureyev’s iconic production at the Opéra Bastille. A grand-scale ballet that blends virtuosity, dreamlike imagery, and the tradition of the grand spectacle. Read our review.

Kicking off the Ritz Paris' Starry Nights: opera and dance in the Grand Jardin.

We tested the Ritz Paris’s Starry Nights during its inaugural edition—the very first opera and dance festival hosted by the hotel in its Grand Jardin on Place Vendôme. Three exceptional evenings: June 13, 14 and 15, 2026.

So, Let's Dance: the family-friendly dance festival featuring performances and initiation sessions in Fontainebleau (77)

From May 19 to 24, 2026, the Théâtre Municipal de Fontainebleau transforms into a sprawling open-air dance floor for the fourth edition of "Alors, on danse ?". The festival invites kids and grown-ups alike to explore movement and dive into dance, blending performances with relaxed, beginner-friendly workshops.

Heels Camp Paris 2026: learn to dance in heels with international choreographers

May 23–24, 2026, Paris takes to new heights with Heels Convention France. Over two days, the capital becomes the venue for an international gathering dedicated to dancing in heels, featuring intensive workshops and meetings with globally renowned choreographers.

Juste Debout 2026: The renowned hip-hop dance competition makes its return to the Pierre de Coubertin Stadium

Juste Debout, the renowned hip-hop dance competition, is making a comeback to the Pierre de Coubertin Stadium on March 7 and 8, 2026. The event will bring together the world's top dance crews, who will face off in pairs across four different categories.

Chaillot Experience Fashion 2026: the festival that blends dance and style, brought to you by Castelbajac

At Chaillot, fashion isn’t a surprise guest—it’s right at home! The National Dance Theatre hosts the upcoming edition of Chaillot Experience Mode, proudly sponsored by Jean-Charles de Castelbajac, from March 13 to 14, 2026. Over two days, designers and choreographers unite their talents with performances, choreographed runway shows, live art, and workshops, offering a dynamic deep dive into style in motion.

H Quality: The urban dance festival featuring battles and choreographies in Neuilly-Plaisance

Get ready for two days of high-energy hip-hop acts on January 17 and 18, 2026, at the H Quality Festival in Neuilly Plaisance. Expect intense 1-on-1 battles and a jaw-dropping urban dance competition that will showcase the best in street choreography.

Beaux Gestes Festival: theater, dance, circus, virtual reality, and workshops at CENTQUATRE-PARIS

CENTQUATRE-PARIS and L'Oréal are putting the body in the spotlight with the Beaux Gestes festival, from December 1 to 14, 2025. Theater, dance, circus, literature, virtual reality, visual arts, and participatory workshops come together to transform movement into a sensitive language and a manifesto of freedom.

Fusion Concept 2025: the final of the freestyle hip-hop dance festival at the Cirque d'Hiver

Fusion Concept returns to Paris on Sunday, September 14, 2025, to take your eyes by storm once again. This year, the now-famous hip-hop freestyle dance festival is staging its international grand finale at the sublime Cirque d'Hiver Bouglione. It's a chance to meet up with some of the best dancers in the world, and to see them perform in a breathtaking competition.

Afanador by Ballet Nacional de España: flamenco between tradition and reinvention

The Ballet Nacional de España presents Afanador at the Théâtre du Châtelet from March 27 to April 2, 2026, a creation by Marcos Morau inspired by photography.

Los Guardiola: wordless poetry and dreamlike dance at Théâtre des Gémeaux Parisiens

Dance, movement theater and daydreams come together in Fantaisie en 7 rêves et demi, a wordless show for ages 8 and up, every Saturday at 5pm from January 3 to February 28, 2026.

Juliette et Roméo: slam and contemporary dance at 13th Art

Juliette et Roméo revisits the Shakespearean myth in contemporary ballet at the Théâtre Le 13e Art in Paris, from January 6 to February 8, 2026.

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.

Clignancourt Danse sur les Rails, the free festival on the 18th arrondissement's Little Beltway

The festival dedicated to contemporary dance, Clignancourt Danse sur les Rails, returns on June 28 and 29, 2025, on the rails of the Petite Ceinture. The free event puts dance centre stage.

1km de danse: a free, festive day in Pantin along the Canal de l'Ourcq

Feel like dancing without stopping for a day? The festive event "1km de danse" returns on Saturday May 17, 2025, to get you moving on the banks of the Canal de l'Ourcq in Pantin.