Each year, the Christmas shows in Paris light up the eyes of both kids and grown-ups. Between fairy-tale tales, musicals and family shows with enchanting sets, the capital becomes a true stage of magic and emotion as the holidays approach. It’s the perfect moment to share a cultural outing full of dreams and warmth.
In December, Parisian theaters and concert halls host a program specially designed for families. Whether it's classic plays revisited, contemporary creations or visual and musical shows, there's something for everyone. The spirit of Christmas is expressed through stories full of love, humor and enchantment.
Family Christmas shows are a great way to immerse yourself in the magic of the festive season while enjoying an artistic experience. While outside temperatures cool, Parisian venues offer warmth and wonder, with laughter, songs and shared emotions. They're also a great idea for a Paris outing during the Christmas vacations, allowing children to escape into an enchanting universe.
Whether you're a fan of great musicals, interactive plays or enchanting shows combining dance and magic, the capital abounds with proposals to make the whole family dream. Christmas shows in Paris promise an unforgettable experience, perfect for experiencing the enchantment of the festive season together.
Attention: This guide is updated as new discoveries come to light
VIBRATION: immersive dance in Paris, a 360-degree show and raw emotions
Sponsored - 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. [Read more]
Tree: the enchanting show at Bormann Circus Theatre
Sponsored - For over eight generations, the Bormann family has been capturing the heart of Paris with their iconic circus. With their new show, ARBRE, this family of performers aims to honor their roots while offering a groundbreaking sensory experience that blends the magic of the circus with themes of sustainable development. Book your tickets now for the Christmas holidays! [Read more]
Lilly, the musical is back at the Théâtre de la Tour Eiffel
Lilly, the musical returns to the Théâtre de la Tour Eiffel from November 14, 2026 to January 2, 2027. Lou Deleuze and Jenna Otmani share the role of Lilly in this family-friendly musical directed by Mau. [Read more]
A Second Before Christmas: A Musical Comedy at the Folies Bergère in December 2026
A Second Before Christmas – The Musical, based on Romain Sardou's novel, will be running at the Folies Bergère from December 11, 2026, to January 17, 2027. [Read more]
The Grrôle of Christmas: the musical comedy returns to the Gaîté Rive Gauche
The Grrôle de Noël, a family-friendly musical comedy by the Safa brothers inspired by The Grinch, returns to La Gaîté Rive-Gauche from November 15 to December 30, 2026. The show lasts 1h10 and is suitable for children from age 3. [Read more]
Grimhilde Manor: the family-friendly musical at the Apollo
Grimilde Manor takes up residence at the Apollo Theatre, Sundays at 5 p.m. from October 11 to November 29, 2026. This musical comedy for ages 8 and up brings together six performers and twelve songs around a haunted manor. [Read more]
Espace Paris Plaine : theatre, dance and children's musicals in the 15th arrondissement
L’Espace Paris Plaine presents eleven family-friendly shows from October 7, 2026 to April 25, 2027, spanning theatre, musicals, dance and puppetry. [Read more]
Les Misérables: the award-winning musical set to return to the Châtelet in 2026
The musical Les Misérables returns to the Théâtre du Châtelet from November 11, 2026 to January 10, 2027, after a tour. Details, dates and a review. [Read more]
Pocahontas, the Musical: a family-friendly revival at Théâtre de la Gaîté Rive Gauche
Pocahontas, the Safa Brothers’ musical, returns to La Gaîté Rive Gauche from September 19, 2026, to May 30, 2027. A show for ages 3 and up, running on weekends and during school holidays. [Read more]
Puss in Boots, the Musical: a family-friendly show at Théâtre de la Gaîté-Montparnasse
Puss in Boots, the Safa Brothers' musical, returns to Théâtre de la Gaîté-Montparnasse from September 19, 2026 through May 29, 2027, for ages 3 and up. [Read more]
Shrek The Musical at the Folies Bergère with Chantal Ladesou
Shrek The Musical lands at the Folies Bergère in Paris from October 2, 2026 to January 17, 2027, in a production directed by Philippe Hersen, with Chantal Ladesou announced as the Magic Mirror. [Read more]
Oliver Twist, Dickens in a musical at Le Lucernaire
Oliver Twist returns to the Lucernaire in Paris from September 9, 2026. This family-friendly musical based on Charles Dickens is directed by Ned Grujic. [Read more]
The Lion King: the musical back for a sixth season at the Mogador Theatre – our review
The Lion King awaits you at the Mogador Theatre in Paris until August 9 as part of its fifth season, and it will launch a sixth season as early as September 2026, more than ten years after its last performance in this Parisian venue. We’ve seen it, and here’s everything you need to know! [Read more]
Circus Night 2026: performances across Paris and Île-de-France
La Nuit du Cirque makes its return from November 13 to 15, 2026. In Paris and Île-de-France, performances, juggling, and documentary cinema screenings showcase the many forms of contemporary circus. [Read more]
Odyssey: The Stars of the Beijing Circus at Cirque Phénix
The Stars of the Beijing Circus present Odyssey at Cirque Phénix in Paris from 28 November 2026 to 10 January 2027. A family-friendly show featuring 40 acrobats, especially recommended during the Christmas holidays. [Read more]
OVO: The vibrant Cirque du Soleil show set to light up the Arena Porte de la Chapelle in November 2026
From November 26 to 29, 2026, Cirque du Soleil will take over the Arena Porte de la Chapelle with OVO, a dazzling show celebrating the vibrant world of insects. Driven by lively Brazilian rhythms and a dreamlike set design, this production transports viewers into an ecosystems where juggling ants, soaring butterflies, and bouncing crickets showcase breathtaking acrobatic feats. [Read more]
The Legend of the Knights: a medieval and equestrian show near the ramparts of Provins
La Légende des Chevaliers is one of two shows offered by the town of Provins to immerse you in the Middle Ages, combining equestrian art, history and the magic of the ramparts. Something for the whole family! [Read more]
Toto live in person with the show "The Tales of Toto" at Scène Montparnasse
Sponsored - Toto finally hits the stage! You know his stories… but you’ve never seen him like this before! Stories. Songs. Nonsense. And above all… Toto live!
TOTO'S STORIES: A show for kids… and for anyone who has ever been a child at La Scène Montparnasse – Paris. Starting October 10, at 2:30 PM on Saturdays and Sundays and almost every day during the holidays! Suitable for ages 3 and up. [Read more]
The Water Spectacle 2026 at Grand Rex, featuring the new Disney film Billie, at the Crossroads of Worlds
Sponsored - Discover the 2026 Féerie des Eaux show, headlined by Disney’s new animated film, BILLIE, at La Croisée des Mondes! Catch it at the Grand Rex from November 25, 2026 to January 3, 2027 and embark on a journey into a magical world. [Read more]
Yvelines Theatre 2026: 50 free performances in the 78
Yvelines Théâtre is back from October 16 to November 15, 2026, presenting 50 free performances across the department. Theatre, circus, magic and puppetry form the lineup of this second edition. [Read more]
Why Why?, the children’s show returns to the Théâtre Michel.
Pourquoi Pourquoi ?, an interactive show adapted from Marine Baousson's Petit Vulgaire podcast, returns to Théâtre Michel in Paris from 10 October 2026 to 31 January 2027, for ages 6 and up. [Read more]
Potted Potter returns to Théâtre du Gymnase: the Harry Potter saga in 70 minutes
Potted Potter returns to the Théâtre du Gymnase in Paris from October 17, 2026 to January 17, 2027. This French-language parody distills the seven Harry Potter books into 70 minutes. Discover our review of the first season. [Read more]
Cinderella at Théâtre de la Madeleine: a manga-inspired retelling of the tale
Cinderella, adapted by Rébecca Stella and Danielle Barthélemy, returns to the Théâtre de la Madeleine in Paris from 17 October 2026. A manga‑inspired retelling of the tale, suitable for ages five and up. [Read more]
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. [Read more]
Hipollène’s Tree: a children’s show inspired by Claude Ponti, to be enjoyed by the whole family in Paris.
Sponsored - A poetic, funny and wondrous show to discover with the family from age 5! Loosely adapted from Claude Ponti’s The Neverending Tree (L’Arbre sans fin), L’Arbre d’Hipollène returns to Paris at the Apollo Theatre. Franceinfo’s editors’ coup de cœur at the Festival Off Avignon 2022 and rated 10/10 on BilletRéduc. A family outing to discover from age 5 in Paris! [Read more]
Arsène Lupin at the Le Ranelagh Theatre: a play for ages 7 and up
Arsène Lupin heads to Paris's Théâtre Le Ranelagh from September 17, 2026, to January 17, 2027. Delphine Piard reimagines Maurice Leblanc’s gentleman thief in a crime comedy suitable for audiences aged 7 and up. [Read more]
The Eagles of the Ramparts 2026: an equestrian falconry show in Provins
The Eagles of the Ramparts return to Provins’ Théâtre des Remparts from March 28 to November 1, 2026. This family-friendly falconry show brings together 90 birds of prey from 20 species and horses in the medieval town. [Read more]
The Real Story of Santa Claus: the immersive show returns to the Grand Hotel of Dreams
From November 21, 2026 to January 3, 2027, the Grand Hôtel des Rêves welcomes a very special guest... Santa Claus! Experience an immersion into the heart of the story of the most beloved bearded figure among children this winter in Paris. [Read more]
Chevaliers Princesse et Dragon: family comedy at the Théâtre des Mathurins
Discover Chevaliers Princesse et Dragon, Olivier Solivérès' family comedy at the Théâtre des Mathurins, performed all year round on weekends and during the holidays. [Read more]
Grand Hôtel des Rêves: the immersive venue in Paris that lets you travel with Jules Verne
Sponsored - Le Grand Hôtel des Rêves, an immersive venue located in the 5th arrondissement of Paris, hosts Jules Verne, Le Voyage Extraordinaire, a family-friendly theatrical journey through 360-degree scenery. A destination designed to welcome several immersive shows, including a Christmas-themed creation. [Read more]
Cinderella, the new immersive show at the Château de Maisons, in Maisons-Laffitte (78)
What if Cinderella left the pages behind to step into real life? From November 6 to December 13, 2026, discover the Château de Maisons’ new immersive show in Maisons-Laffitte (78), where the tale is lived from the inside, blending historic splendor and magic up to the stroke of midnight. [Read more]
Le Secret de Sherlock Holmes: the play returns to Paris at Café de la Gare
A detective comedy, The Secret of Sherlock Holmes is not an adaptation of Conan Doyle's novel, but a new play set in the world of the mythical detective, Sherlock Holmes. More specifically, the play recounts the famous meeting between Sherlock and his faithful investigator, Doctor Watson. [Read more]
The Adventures of Pinocchio: family show at the Théâtre des Mathurins
Discover "Les Aventures de Pinocchio" (The Adventures of Pinocchio), created by Olivier Solivérès based on Collodi, a family show at the Théâtre des Mathurins, running all year round. [Read more]
Dates and Opening Time
From November 1, 2026 to January 3, 2027
