The festive season is an ideal time to enjoy live entertainment. In the run-up to Christmas Eve, Paris's theaters and cultural venues offer a varied program that will appeal to lovers of both comedy and drama. The evening of December 24 is the perfect opportunity to share a convivial moment around a play or a show adapted to everyone's tastes.
December in Paris is marked by cool temperatures and a magical atmosphere. While the streets are decked out in bright decorations, there's nothing like an evening at the theater to prolong the magic of the festive season. Attending a Christmas show is a great way to warm up in a festive atmosphere and enjoy a unique cultural experience. Whether as a family, couple or group of friends, these performances offer an original alternative to traditional Christmas Eve meals.
Christmas shows feature a wide variety of genres. From classical theater to contemporary creations, festive comedies and musicals, there's something for everyone. Parisian theaters play an integral part in this atmosphere, offering performances that leave a lasting impression.
Christmas in the theater is an original way to celebrate this special time of year. These end-of-year shows offer a truly enchanted interlude, where emotions, laughter and excitement come together. By choosing a cultural outing on December 24, you're guaranteed a memorable experience in the heart of the illuminated capital.
PLEASE NOTE: This guide is updated as we discover new places.
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]
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]
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]
Slava's Snowshow: the magical return of the white storm at the Trianon
Slava's Snowshow returns to Paris after a three-year absence. This visual and poetic show will be staged at the Trianon from December 24, 2025 to January 11, 2026, for an unforgettable immersion in a world of snow and dreams. [Read more]
Madame Sarfati, comedian Fary's comedy club
Since its opening in 2019, Madame Sarfati has become one of the must-see stand-up venues in Paris. Created by comedian Fary, from Wednesday to Sunday you can attend professional stand-ups in an exceptional venue. [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]
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]
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]
Le Dernier Cèdre du Liban at Théâtre de l'Œuvre: an intimate quest at the heart of history
Le Dernier Cèdre du Liban plays at the Théâtre de l'Œuvre from September 18, 2025. A play by Aïda Asgharzadeh (author of Les Poupées Persanes) that combines a quest for identity with political memory. [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]
Dates and Opening Time
On December 24, 2025
