New Year's Eve is the perfect opportunity to end the year on a high note, and what better way to do so than by attending a show at a theater or concert hall in Paris? With winter in full swing and temperatures chilly, going to a show on the evening of December 31 is an ideal way to combine entertainment and festive celebration. Whether you're a fan of light comedy, musicals or classical plays, you're bound to find something to enchant your evening.
Celebrating New Year's Eve in a theater or concert hall is also an excellent alternative to traditional evenings out. You can enjoy an enriching cultural experience, while being immersed in a festive atmosphere. This type of outing allows you to start the new year in a light-hearted and cheerful way, surrounded by friends or family, in an artistic and convivial setting.
In conclusion, for New Year's Eve 2025-2026, let yourself be tempted by a show in Paris. Whether you want to discover captivating performances or simply spend a pleasant evening sheltered from the cold, theaters and concert halls offer an original and entertaining way to celebrate the start of the New Year.
La Cage aux Folles: the cult musical at the Théâtre du Châtelet with Laurent Lafitte—our review
La Cage aux Folles, the cult Broadway musical inspired by Jean Poiret's play, is making a comeback in Paris in a brand new French production. Created by Harvey Fierstein and Jerry Herman (music), the show will be at the Théâtre du Châtelet from December 5, 2025, to January 10, 2025, with Laurent Lafitte in the legendary role of Zaza. Here's what we thought. [Read more]
Eiffel Follie's: neo-burlesque cabaret at the Théâtre de la Tour Eiffel
Discover "Eiffel Follie's," Valentina del Pearls' neo-burlesque cabaret, back at the Théâtre de la Tour Eiffel from December 20, 2025, to January 3, 2026. [Read more]
Les Cantiques du Corbeau: the equestrian show by Bartabas at the Zingaro theater (93)
Bartabas presents his new show, this time reflecting on man's place among the living, in a poetic meditation accompanied by a Balinese gamelan, at the Zingaro equestrian theater, from October 15 to December 31, 2025. [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]
The 60s: the musical returns to the Théâtre de la Tour Eiffel
Roger Louret's musical Les Années 60 takes us on a musical journey to the heart of the 60s. It returns for a new season at the Théâtre de la Tour Eiffel, more than 30 years after its creation, from February 8 to April 6, 2025. [Read more]
Fred Radix's La Claque at La Gaîté Montparnasse: the history of theater claque
Fred Radix presents La Claque, an interactive play in which he revisits the history of the claque (applause) in theater. The show runs at the Gaîté Montparnasse from September 21, 2025 to May 26, 2026. [Read more]
Stomp at La Cigale: a percussive, electrifying show
A blend of dance, music and humor, Stomp transforms everyday objects into percussion instruments. This explosive cult show returns to La Cigale from December 9, 2025 to January 18, 2026. [Read more]
The musical Notre-Dame de Paris returns to the Palais des Congrès in 2025 - Our opinion
More than 25 years after its creation, the musical Notre-Dame de Paris returns to the Palais des Congrès, where it all began in 1998, for 13 exceptional performances, from December 19, 2025 to January 4, 2026. A show to (re)discover. [Read more]
Babel, by Mourad Merzouki: the show that makes Le Bon Marché Rive Gauche dance - our opinion
This autumn, Le Bon Marché Rive Gauche raises the curtain on Babel, the new show by hip-hop icon Mourad Merzouki. From September 4 to December 31, 2025, every Thursday, Friday and Saturday evening when the department store closes, ten circus artists and dancers will perform a spellbinding choreographic creation. [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]
Contrastes : Three visions of dance at the Palais Garnier
The Opéra national de Paris presents Contrastes, an evening of ballets by Trisha Brown, David Dawson and the van Opstals. On view at the Palais Garnier from December 1 to 31, 2025. [Read more]
Swan Lake: Tchaikovsky's masterpiece revisited by Ballet Preljocaj
Ballet Preljocaj tackles Swan Lake in a contemporary version, somewhere between faithfulness to the original tale and a committed reinterpretation, presented as part of the TranscenDanses season. The ballet runs from December 21 to January 4, 2026 at the Théâtre des Champs-Elysées. [Read more]
Notre-Dame de Paris: Roland Petit's ballet returns to the Opéra Bastille
The Opéra Bastille welcomes Roland Petit's legendary ballet Notre-Dame de Paris, a major work in the repertoire. Presented from December 6 to 31, 2025, this dance fresco combines dramatic power, neoclassical dance and flamboyant aesthetics. [Read more]
Stomp at La Cigale: a percussive, electrifying show
A blend of dance, music and humor, Stomp transforms everyday objects into percussion instruments. This explosive cult show returns to La Cigale from December 9, 2025 to January 18, 2026. [Read more]
New Year's Eve 2026 at Le Zèbre de Belleville: family dinner and show on December 31
Fancy a fun New Year's Eve celebration with the family? Head to Le Zèbre in Belleville, where you can spend the night of December 31, 2025 watching high-flying performances suitable for the whole family, including children aged 3 and up! [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]
Valérie Lemercier: on stage at Théâtre Marigny in Paris
The comedian returns with a new show from October 15, 2025 to January 3, 2026, a blend of self-assured elegance and a taste for the nonsensical. [Read more]
How to become a Parisian in one hour? : Olivier Giraud's show at the Théâtre des Nouveautés
How to become a Parisian in one hour? Olivier Giraud explains it all with offbeat humor at the Théâtre des Nouveautés. This funny show, 100% in English, is ideal for tourists discovering Paris as well as for Parisians ready for self-deprecation! [Read more]
Haroun - Bonjour Quand Même: sharp humor back at the 13th Art
Comedian Haroun returns to the stage with Bonjour quand même, to be seen from November 7, 2025 to January 31, 2026 at Théâtre 13e Art. [Read more]
Roman Frayssinet presents his new show Ô Delà at the Olympia
Following on from his previous show, Roman Frayssinet presents Ô Delà at the Olympia from November 26 to December 31, 2025. This stand-up show promises to be a mix of introspection and absurdity, observing life from a distance and with a sense of humor. [Read more]
Tom Baldetti: his show Tome 1 extended at La Scala Paris - our review
Tom Baldetti's first show, sold out until May 31 at the Palais des Glaces, arrives at La Scala Paris on September 8. A rising star in the world of comedy, you'll also have the chance to bump into him on the Parisian comedy club scene. [Read more]
Laurent Gerra gets down to business: his new show arrives at the Folies Bergère
French comedian and imitator Laurent Gerra returns to Parisian theaters with his new show Laurent Gerra se met à table, at the Folies Bergère. From December 29, 2025 to January 4, 2026, Laurent Gerra will be bringing you his latest creation... [Read more]
Menopause, the comedy that breaks the rules, returns to Paris
Menopause, the comedy that breaks the rules, has been extended at the Grand Point Virgule theater until January 4, 2026. Co-written and directed by Alex Goude, this comedy tackles menopause with humor and without taboos. [Read more]
La Promesse de l'Aube, the adaptation of Romain Gary's novel at Théâtre de la Contrescarpe
Tigran Mekhitarian's adaptation of Romain Gary's La Promesse de l'Aube opens on October 2, 2025 at Théâtre Le Contrescarpe. [Read more]
La Vérité: Florian Zeller's cult comedy extended at Théâtre Edourd VII
Florian Zeller's cult play La Vérité is being extended in Paris at the Théâtre Édouard VII from September 23 to December 31, 2025, with an exceptional cast. The comedy has already seduced thousands of spectators in France since 2011, but also around the world, with the play having been performed in over thirty countries. [Read more]
Fred Radix's La Claque at La Gaîté Montparnasse: the history of theater claque
Fred Radix presents La Claque, an interactive play in which he revisits the history of the claque (applause) in theater. The show runs at the Gaîté Montparnasse from September 21, 2025 to May 26, 2026. [Read more]
Secret(s) médical at Théâtre Saint-Georges: a contemporary comedy about ethics and friendship
With Secret(s) médical, Michel Cymes makes his theatrical debut in a piquant comedy about the excesses of medicine and politics. The show opens at the Théâtre Saint-Georges on September 25, 2025. [Read more]
Un Château de cartes: a role-reversal play at the Théâtre des Nouveautés
Un Château de cartes will take audiences on a comedy of situations where everything changes in an instant. The Théâtre des Nouveautés will host the show from September 12, 2025. [Read more]
Family dinner: an explosive reunion on stage at Café de la Gare
A marriage proposal, two warring parents, and a son willing to do anything to bring them together. The comedy Dîner de famille runs at the Café de la Gare until February 28, 2026. [Read more]
8m2: the zany comedy to be discovered at the Théâtre de la Tour Eiffel
A guard, four colorful inmates and an 8 m2 cell for 1h30 of laughter. The Théâtre de la Tour Eiffel plays host to this hilarious comedy by five actors and writers. [Read more]
Jerusalem at the Théâtre des Mathurins: a play about exile and shared memories
Calling all lovers of historical plays! The play Jerusalem is presented at the Théâtre des Mathurins in Paris from September 17 to December 31, 2025. A tale of memory, identity and transmission through history. [Read more]
Happy New Year 2026 to you all!
Dates and Opening Time
On December 31, 2025
