Every year, Christmas shows in Paris bring a sparkle to the eyes of young and old alike. From fairy tales and musicals to enchanting family shows, the capital is transformed into a stage of magic and emotion as the festive season approaches. It's the perfect time to share a cultural outing full of dreams and conviviality.
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.
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]
The Sun King: The iconic musical arrives at the Dôme de Paris this winter 2025-2026 – photos and reviews
Powdered wigs and corsets are going to be in short supply ... because the Sun King is back in action in December 2025! Twenty years after its very first performance, Kamel Ouali and Dove Attia's cult musical makes a comeback worthy of Versailles. [Read more]
Mulan: a musical tale at the Théâtre des Béliers Parisiens
Discover Mulan, a musical tale directed by Guillaume Bouchède at the Théâtre des Béliers Parisiens from December 6, 2025. [Read more]
Pomme presents Le petit cirque at the Bouffes du Nord theater.
Discover Le petit cirque, created by Pomme, Marie, and Yoann Bourgeois based on the album Saisons, at the Bouffes du Nord from December 26, 2025, to January 4, 2026. [Read more]
La Course des Marmottes de Noël: musical show at the Apollo Comedy: promo code
Discover "La Course des Marmottes de Noël," a musical show for ages 4 and up at the Apollo Comedy Theater from December 13, 2025, to January 3, 2026. [Read more]
POMPON, POMPON: musical comedy at the Théâtre Saint-Georges
Discover "POMPON, POMPON," Pascal Parisot's musical comedy at the Théâtre Saint-Georges, from December 7, 2025, to March 22, 2026, for the whole family aged 4 and up. [Read more]
Lilly et le Palais du Music-Hall: family show at the Théâtre de la Tour Eiffel
Discover "Lilly and the Music Hall Palace," a family show directed by Oscar Sisto, at the Théâtre de la Tour Eiffel from November 29, 2025, to January 3, 2026. [Read more]
Zélie la Pirate: family musical show at the Grand Point Virgule
Zélie la Pirate, Aurélie Cabrel's musical show, is coming to the Grand Point Virgule in Paris until January 4, 2026. Adventure and laughter guaranteed. [Read more]
Ados - Urbex: Olivier Solivérès' cult comedy at the Grand Point Virgule
"Ados - Urbex," the new version of Olivier Solivérès' show, can be seen at the Grand Point Virgule until January 4, 2026, offering laughter and music. [Read more]
Le Grrôle de Noël, the new musical by the Safa brothers at the Théâtre de la Gaîté Rive Gauche
Discover Le Grrôle de Noël, the Safa brothers' family musical, loosely based on The Grinch, at the Théâtre de la Gaîté Rive Gauche from October 26, 2025, to January 4, 2026. A lively show full of humor, music, and magic. [Read more]
Pocahontas, the musical – Family show at the Théâtre Gaité Rive Gauche
Discover "Pocahontas, the musical," the new creation by the Safa Brothers at the Théâtre Gaité Rive Gauche from October 4, 2025, to May 3, 2026. A live show combining dance, songs, and immersive projections for the whole family. [Read more]
La Maison Hantée, the immersive musical show that puts Paris under its spell
La Maison Hantée, Paris' autumn 2025 family musical, plunges you into a mysterious and poetic universe at the Palais des Glaces. [Read more]
The Lion King: the cult musical at the Théâtre Mogador - our review
Hakuna Matata! The Lion King musical has returned to the Théâtre Mogador in Paris, more than 10 years after its last performance there. The show has already been extended for another season, and is currently playing in Paris. [Read more]
Oliver Twist: Dickens in a musical for the whole family at Le Lucernaire
Le Lucernaire welcomes Oliver Twist from September 10, 2025 to January 11, 2026, a musical adaptation of Charles Dickens' novel by six young artists, to be performed on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays. [Read more]
The Mozart Mystery: an immersive tour at the Collège des Bernardins
From June 2025, music lovers and the curious will rediscover Mozart's most beautiful works, which will come to life in an original musical and theatrical journey through the heart of the sublime Collège des Bernardins. [Read more]
Curiosité: hip-hop and circus show by the Haspop Company at the Palais des Congrès
Discover "Curiosité," a fusion of hip-hop and circus conceived by Hassan El Hajjami, at the Palais des Congrès in Paris from December 26 to 31, 2025. [Read more]
Folies Nomades: Gypsy circus at Cirque Romanès
Discover "Folies Nomades," the new creation from Cirque Romanès, a family-run Gypsy circus, in Paris from October 25 to December 28, 2025. [Read more]
Alegría: Cirque du Soleil show announces new dates
Cirque du Soleil returns to Chatou in the Île-de-France region with Alegría, a reinvented show combining magic, acrobatics and strong emotions. Originally scheduled to run until December 19, the show has announced new dates until January 18, 2026. [Read more]
Cirque Phénix celebrates 25 years of creations with the Millesime show
Cirque Phénix celebrates its 25th anniversary with Millésime, a show featuring 40 artists from all over the world. Join us on the Pelouse de Reuilly in the 12th arrondissement from November 22, 2025 to discover this anniversary creation. [Read more]
Tempo: the show that integrates the Sapeurs-Pompiers de Paris at Cirque Hiver Bouglione
Cirque d'Hiver Bouglione is back in town with its new show: "Tempo", to be seen in Paris from October 11, 2025 to March 8, 2026. This year, the Sapeurs-Pompiers join the team of circus performers for some impressive acts! [Read more]
Le Spectacle de Cornebidouille: theatrical tale at the Montmartre Galabru
Discover Le Spectacle de Cornebidouille, a young audience adaptation of the albums by Pierre Bertrand and Magali Bonniol, at the Théâtre Montmartre Galabru from December 21 to 28, 2025. [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]
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]
La Graine d'oreille: a story for young audiences at the Théâtre Darius Milhaud
La Graine d'oreille, a story for young audiences created by Marie De Oliveira, can be seen at the Théâtre Darius Milhaud from December 24, 2025. [Read more]
L’Étonnant Noël de Monsieur Scrooge: musical show at La Scène Parisienne
Discover "L'Étonnant Noël de Monsieur Scrooge," a family musical based on Dickens, at La Scène Parisienne until January 24, 2026. [Read more]
The true story of Santa Claus: the magical immersive show at the Grand Hôtel des Rêves - photos
Immerse yourself in The True Story of Santa Claus, an immersive and magical show at the Grand Hôtel des Rêves, from November 12, 2025, to January 4, 2026, for the holiday season. [Read more]
Sherlock Holmes vs. Arsène Lupin – Detective comedy at the Théâtre de la Gaîté Rive Gauche
Discover Sherlock Holmes vs. Arsène Lupin, the new family detective comedy by Franck Duarte, Pierre Léandri, and Jérôme Paquatte, at the Théâtre de la Gaîté Rive Gauche from October 18 to December 30, 2025. A lively, funny show full of mystery. [Read more]
The Nutcracker: the magical Christmas show at Grand Rex and Théâtre du 13e Art
In Paris, the Nutcracker ballet will enchant the Grand Rex on November 14 and 15, 2025, then the Théâtre du 13ème Art from December 23, 2025 to January 3, 2026. This enchanting show, presented by the British Festival Ballet, celebrates the magic of Christmas to the rhythm of Tchaikovsky. [Read more]
The Opera Locos: the comic opera show returns to La Gaîté Rive Gauche
From October 19, 2024 to January 25, 2026, The Opera Locos takes over La Gaîté Rive Gauche with a zany opera combining Mozart, Bizet, Mika and Beyoncé. [Read more]
Bollywood Masala at the Palais des Congrès: a spellbinding Indian musical
At the Palais des Congrès, Bollywood Masala combines cinema, dance and Indian gastronomy in a festive musical comedy to be seen from December 18, 2025 to January 8, 2026. [Read more]
Beauty and the Beast: a modern, offbeat version of the tale at Grand Point Virgule
From September 27, 2026, Le Grand Point Virgule welcomes Beauty and the Beast every weekend at 3pm, in a funny, contemporary retelling of the famous tale. [Read more]
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs: a fairytale retelling at Gaité Montparnasse
The tale of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs is reinvented on stage in a modern, musical and fairytale version. To be seen at the Théâtre de la Gaité Montparnasse until May 1, then back again from October 5, 2025. [Read more]
Dates and Opening Time
From November 1, 2025 to January 4, 2026
