What to Do in Paris This Thursday: Events and Great Deals for November 12, 2026

Published by Julie de Sortiraparis · Photos by Audrey de Sortiraparis · Updated on November 6, 2026 at 09:35 a.m.
What’s on this Thursday in Paris and Île-de-France? Discover one-off outings, events happening today, last-minute deals and must-see ideas for Thursday, November 12, 2026.

To round out these date-specific outings and current tips, also check out our guide to things to do in Paris on Thursday, November 12, 2026.

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Ébullition, documentaire sur la restauration durableÉbullition, documentaire sur la restauration durableÉbullition, documentaire sur la restauration durableÉbullition, documentaire sur la restauration durable ALIMENTERRE: a free film screening and discussion on sustainable food service in Rambouillet
The ALIMENTERRE festival is offering a free screening of Ébullition, followed by a debate on sustainable catering, on November 12, 2026, at Cinéparadis in Rambouillet. [Read more]

Visuels salles de spectacle et théâtres - Accor Arena Paris intérieur - ambiance public - concertVisuels salles de spectacle et théâtres - Accor Arena Paris intérieur - ambiance public - concertVisuels salles de spectacle et théâtres - Accor Arena Paris intérieur - ambiance public - concertVisuels salles de spectacle et théâtres - Accor Arena Paris intérieur - ambiance public - concert Fianso in concert at Paris' Accor Arena in November 2026
Fianso will perform at Paris Bercy on November 12, 2026. The venue is billing the event as rapper Sofiane Zermani’s final concert. [Read more]

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Mass Hysteria presents Sans Détour at the Forum de Vauréal on November 12, 2026, at 8:30 p.m. The sold-out event features a Q&A, a retrospective concert, an exhibition and a meet-and-greet with the band. [Read more]

Caroline Rose en concert, photo d’archives de 2014Caroline Rose en concert, photo d’archives de 2014Caroline Rose en concert, photo d’archives de 2014Caroline Rose en concert, photo d’archives de 2014 Caroline Rose to give a free showcase and signing at Balades Sonores in Paris in November 2026
Caroline Rose will perform a showcase followed by a signing at Balades Sonores in Paris on November 12, 2026, at 7 p.m. Admission is free, with priority given to those who preordered the record. [Read more]

Les Classiques de Charlie Winston, CLASHLes Classiques de Charlie Winston, CLASHLes Classiques de Charlie Winston, CLASHLes Classiques de Charlie Winston, CLASH Charlie Winston: a CLASH concert at Salle Gaveau in November
Charlie Winston opens the CLASH season at Salle Gaveau on November 12, 2026 at 8:30 p.m., pairing his songs with classical works reimagined for a sextet. [Read more]

THE 5 ROSIES – TRIBUTE TO AC/DC - NOUVELLE TOURNÉE : BACK IN BLACK TOURTHE 5 ROSIES – TRIBUTE TO AC/DC - NOUVELLE TOURNÉE : BACK IN BLACK TOURTHE 5 ROSIES – TRIBUTE TO AC/DC - NOUVELLE TOURNÉE : BACK IN BLACK TOURTHE 5 ROSIES – TRIBUTE TO AC/DC - NOUVELLE TOURNÉE : BACK IN BLACK TOUR The 5 Rosies - AC/DC Tribute Band: New Tour – Back in Black Tour
Sponsored - From Australia to Scotland, fueled by American blues and raw energy: AC/DC is a true legend. And THE 5 ROSIES pay tribute to them with breathtaking power and unwavering fidelity. Catch them live on November 12th at La Cigale and throughout France on their tour! [Read more]

What starts this Thursday

Vitrines et sapin de Noël des Galeries Lafayettes avec Clara Luciani - photosVitrines et sapin de Noël des Galeries Lafayettes avec Clara Luciani - photosVitrines et sapin de Noël des Galeries Lafayettes avec Clara Luciani - photosVitrines et sapin de Noël des Galeries Lafayettes avec Clara Luciani - photos Christmas 2026 at Galeries Lafayette: a colourful fairy tale by Castelbajac — the window display unveiling date
Galeries Lafayette Haussmann is celebrating Christmas 2026 in technicolor! Starting November 12, the Parisian department store will unveil “Au cœur de Noël,” a festive display designed by Jean-Charles de Castelbajac. The program includes animated windows filled with fantastical characters, a giant Christmas tree beneath the Coupole and a joyful explosion of color. [Read more]

Marché de Noël de la Défense 2025, les photosMarché de Noël de la Défense 2025, les photosMarché de Noël de la Défense 2025, les photosMarché de Noël de la Défense 2025, les photos La Défense Christmas Market 2026: Chimène Badi and Gospel in Opening Concert
La Défense's giant Christmas market opens on November 12, 2026 in Hauts-de-Seine, with an opening concert by Chimène Badi on the 13th. Its 300 chalets will stay open until December 31, and the new Le Sommet area will remain open until January 3, 2027. [Read more]

Visuel Maison de la culture du Japon - 20240312 134619Visuel Maison de la culture du Japon - 20240312 134619Visuel Maison de la culture du Japon - 20240312 134619Visuel Maison de la culture du Japon - 20240312 134619 Shunga: Erotic Art of the Edo Period at the Japan Cultural Institute in Paris
Shunga brings together Japanese erotic prints and paintings at the Maison de la culture du Japon à Paris from November 12, 2026, to February 13, 2027, in two parts. The exhibition is for adults only. [Read more]

Visuel Paris 8e - Grand PalaisVisuel Paris 8e - Grand PalaisVisuel Paris 8e - Grand PalaisVisuel Paris 8e - Grand Palais Paris Photo 2026: Dates for the Next Edition of the Art Fair at the Grand Palais
Paris Photo is gearing up for an extraordinary edition, taking place from November 12 to 15, 2026, in the heart of the French capital. The Grand Palais will once again open its doors to photography enthusiasts and industry professionals alike, offering a vibrant space to reconnect, share, and celebrate the art of photography at one of Paris’s most iconic cultural venues! [Read more]

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Montagne en Scène returns to the Grand Rex with Face à Face, Blandine and Kids. The 2026 Winter Edition brings together mountaineering, ultrarunning and skiing across three journeys. [Read more]

Last chance this Thursday

Taurides 2026 : les boules de feu d'Halloween visibles depuis ParisTaurides 2026 : les boules de feu d'Halloween visibles depuis ParisTaurides 2026 : les boules de feu d'Halloween visibles depuis ParisTaurides 2026 : les boules de feu d'Halloween visibles depuis Paris Taurids 2026: Halloween fireballs visible from Paris—when and how to see them?
The Halloween fireballs are returning to the skies over Paris and the Île-de-France region. Behind this nickname is a subtle astronomical phenomenon that can be observed with the naked eye from late October to mid-November 2026. [Read more]

L’Histoire du cimetière du Père Lachaise à ParisL’Histoire du cimetière du Père Lachaise à ParisL’Histoire du cimetière du Père Lachaise à ParisL’Histoire du cimetière du Père Lachaise à Paris Esoteric tours of Père Lachaise with a vampirologist
Jacques Sirgent offers a walk through Père-Lachaise Cemetery devoted to vampire folklore and funerary symbols. The tour invites visitors to see this Paris cemetery in a different light, through Gothic tales and esoteric interpretations. [Read more]

A few more ideas for going out this Thursday

VibrationVibrationVibrationVibration VIBRATION in Paris: We discovered the show that makes you feel alive
Dance, circus, music and near-360° immersion: we discovered VIBRATION at Cirque Théâtre Bormann. From November 6 to 21, 2026, treat yourself to an evening to let go—or give one to your loved ones. [Read more]

La naissance des vagues : l'installation immersive à la ConciergerieLa naissance des vagues : l'installation immersive à la ConciergerieLa naissance des vagues : l'installation immersive à la ConciergerieLa naissance des vagues : l'installation immersive à la Conciergerie The Birth of the Waves at the Conciergerie: the Installation in Pictures
The Birth of Waves, an immersive installation by Émilie Faïf and Nicolas André, sets the Salle des Gens d'Armes at the Conciergerie in Paris rippling from November 4 to December 20, 2026. We got a first look, with photos and video. [Read more]

Visuel Journées du Patrimoine/Matrimoine - buste guillaume appollinaireVisuel Journées du Patrimoine/Matrimoine - buste guillaume appollinaireVisuel Journées du Patrimoine/Matrimoine - buste guillaume appollinaireVisuel Journées du Patrimoine/Matrimoine - buste guillaume appollinaire PhotoSaintGermain 2026: the grand Left Bank photography festival returns to Paris
It's back: take a stroll through the Saint-Germain-des-Prés district in Paris to enjoy the PhotoSaintGermain festival, a free artistic event to experience from November 5 to 28, 2026. [Read more]

Louvre Photo, quand le musée inspire les photographes : une exposition originale au musée du LouvreLouvre Photo, quand le musée inspire les photographes : une exposition originale au musée du LouvreLouvre Photo, quand le musée inspire les photographes : une exposition originale au musée du LouvreLouvre Photo, quand le musée inspire les photographes : une exposition originale au musée du Louvre Louvre Photo, when the museum inspires photographers: the historic exhibition at the Louvre Museum
The Louvre Photo exhibition, on view from November 4, 2026, to May 3, 2027, highlights the museum’s unique place in the history and art of photography. More than 300 photographs come together to trace this singular history in an exhibition that showcases works from the 1820s to the present day. [Read more]

Nouvel An 2027 à Paris : célébrez les dernières heures de l'année sur la Seine avec Vedettes de Paris !Nouvel An 2027 à Paris : célébrez les dernières heures de l'année sur la Seine avec Vedettes de Paris !Nouvel An 2027 à Paris : célébrez les dernières heures de l'année sur la Seine avec Vedettes de Paris !Nouvel An 2027 à Paris : célébrez les dernières heures de l'année sur la Seine avec Vedettes de Paris ! New Year’s Eve 2027 in Paris: celebrate the last hours of the year on the Seine with Vedettes de Paris!
Sponsored - What if you ended 2026 with a magical moment on the Seine? On December 31, Vedettes de Paris is offering a special cruise to enjoy the last hours of the year in an exceptional setting. An hour cruising through the heart of illuminated Paris, a glass of champagne and a festive playlist: a lovely way to celebrate before carrying on with the New Year’s festivities! [Read more]

Vue de l’exposition Warhol, Basquiat, Haring à Opera Gallery ParisVue de l’exposition Warhol, Basquiat, Haring à Opera Gallery ParisVue de l’exposition Warhol, Basquiat, Haring à Opera Gallery ParisVue de l’exposition Warhol, Basquiat, Haring à Opera Gallery Paris Warhol, Basquiat and Haring: a free exhibition at Opera Gallery Paris
Opera Gallery brings together Andy Warhol, Jean-Michel Basquiat and Keith Haring in An Artistic Friendship. Works by the three artists offer a chance to rediscover their worlds and their ties to 1980s New York. [Read more]

Visuel Paris 1er - Place VendômeVisuel Paris 1er - Place VendômeVisuel Paris 1er - Place VendômeVisuel Paris 1er - Place Vendôme Photo Days 2026: the contemporary photography festival takes over Paris this fall
Photo Days is the artsy event not to miss in Paris this fall. Join us from November 2 to 30, 2026, to discover the various exhibitions and events taking place at Parisian institutions and galleries. [Read more]

Practical information for this Thursday

EN DIRECT : Le trafic et la circulation à Paris ce mardi 22 septembre 2020 en temps réelEN DIRECT : Le trafic et la circulation à Paris ce mardi 22 septembre 2020 en temps réelEN DIRECT : Le trafic et la circulation à Paris ce mardi 22 septembre 2020 en temps réelEN DIRECT : Le trafic et la circulation à Paris ce mardi 22 septembre 2020 en temps réel Metro and RER updates: closures, work, and demonstrations in Paris this Friday November 6, 2026
In a flash, get all the latest updates on traffic and transportation in Paris, refreshed in real time. Whether it's the Metro, RER, or Transilien services operated by RATP, construction work, ongoing circulation, major events, or demonstrations — we provide all the essential information you need before heading out in Paris this Friday November 6, 2026. [Read more]

Fin du ticket carton : comment voyager quand on est de passage à ParisFin du ticket carton : comment voyager quand on est de passage à ParisFin du ticket carton : comment voyager quand on est de passage à ParisFin du ticket carton : comment voyager quand on est de passage à Paris End of paper tickets: how to travel when visiting Paris, alternative solutions
Since November 5, 2025, paper tickets have been phased out in stations and train stations in the Paris region. This may be unsettling for travelers passing through the capital. Whether you're a tourist or an occasional visitor, we'll guide you through the different options. Rest assured, between the Passe Navigo Easy, Liberté+, the Île-de-France Mobilités app, and contactless payment on buses, you'll be spoiled for choice when it comes to getting around Paris. Follow the guide to find out which options are the most affordable for your needs. [Read more]

Métro à Paris : stations Hôtel de Ville et République fermées ce dimancheMétro à Paris : stations Hôtel de Ville et République fermées ce dimancheMétro à Paris : stations Hôtel de Ville et République fermées ce dimancheMétro à Paris : stations Hôtel de Ville et République fermées ce dimanche Metro Line 8: République station closed for nine months starting Wednesday.
The coming months look set to be challenging for many riders on Paris's Line 8 metro. From Wednesday, July 22, 2026, République station will no longer be served due to renovation work. [Read more]

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