March in Paris is a time when the city slowly wakes up from winter to welcome the first signs of spring. The days lengthen, the terraces fill up, and Parisian energy picks up again. Between recurring traditions and novelties, this month is marked by a whirlwind of activities that promise to satisfy every craving.
It's also the ideal time to enjoy the last days of major winter events. Because yes, March is also the last chance to enjoy the flagship exhibitions, shows and events that are drawing to a close. Some may come back, but nothing is guaranteed! So don't let your chance slip away.
So here's our last-chance selection of experiences and great outings that end in March 2026 in Paris and the Ile-de-France region. The guide is updated regularly, so that completed events are deleted as we go along. So discover the great things to do in the Paris region that you don't want to put off because tomorrow will be too late. What are you waiting for to explore all that the Paris region has to offer before these experiences disappear?
Japan in Lights: Illuminated Trails & Lantern Festival 2025 at Jardin d'Acclimatation – Photos
When winter envelops Paris, the Jardin d'Acclimatation lights up for its third edition of the Festival des Lanternes: Le Japon en Lumières. From December 10, 2025 to March 8, 2026, 2,000 glittering lanterns transport you from Mount Fuji to the bustling streets of Tokyo, between age-old traditions and kawaii heroes. A magical interlude in the Land of the Rising Sun, just a stone's throw from the capital. [Read more]
Saut Hermès 2026 at the Grand Palais in Paris - dates and ticket office
Saut Hermès returns to the capital from Friday, March 20 to Sunday, March 22, 2026, with a new 16th edition to be held at the Grand Palais in Paris. An event that is a highlight of the international equestrian sports calendar, to be booked without delay! [Read more]
When will the Foire du Trône take place in 2026? The dates have been announced!
When will the Foire du Trône take place in 2026? Every spring, this funfair returns to the Pelouse de Reuilly in Paris. It's an opportunity for young and old alike to enjoy all kinds of rides and entertainment in the 12th arrondissement! Find out the upcoming dates. [Read more]
Salon de l'Agriculture 2026: dates and information to remember for Paris
This year's Salon de l'Agriculture 2026 takes place from February 21 to March 1, 2026 at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles in the 15th arrondissement. This 62nd edition brings together over 1,000 breeders and 4,000 animals over 9 days of events, from 9am to 7pm every day. [Read more]
Chinese New Year Parade Paris 13e 2025: photos and video
The famous Chinese New Year parade in the 13th arrondissement of Paris, also known as the Lunar New Year, made a comeback this Sunday, February 9, 2025, much to our delight. [Read more]
Last days to visit these exhibitions: cultural outings ending in March 2026
You can't say goodbye to them without visiting them first: run off to discover these exhibitions, which will close their doors in March 2026 in the Paris region. The last-chance selection awaits you. [Read more]
A pop-up chalet in Paris on the rooftop of Sax by Éric Frechon
La Ferme Saint-Amour, the Annie Famose Group's festive mountain concept, is setting up shop on the rooftop of the Hôtel Sax in the 7th arrondissement from December 5, 2025, to March 8, 2026. Imagine yourself comfortably seated with a view of the Eiffel Tower and a menu created by Chef Éric Frechon. [Read more]
La Villette Park is set to expand by 15,000 square meters in 2026: get a first look at the new spaces
The Villette Park is set to expand by 15,000 square meters starting in March 2026, adding new idyllic spaces aimed at raising awareness of wildlife and biodiversity. Fields, pastures, a vegetable garden, bread oven, henhouse, wheat field... We reveal all the details. [Read more]
Antony Half Marathon 2026: races for the whole family in Hauts-de-Seine (92)
On Sunday, March 29, 2026, the Antony Half Marathon returns to the Hauts-de-Seine department for a long-distance race or shorter races suitable for young and old alike. [Read more]
The 2026 Paris EcoTrail: date of the nature race, route, and ticket sales opening
Whether you're a fan of trails up to 120km or Nordic walking, the EcoTrail de Paris returns on March 21 and 22, 2026, for a nature race on the trails of the Paris region. Registration is now open! [Read more]
Young Star Game 2026: France's top basketball hopefuls face off in Levallois
On March 3 and 4 2026, the Palais des Sports Marcel-Cerdan in Levallois-Perret will host the second edition of the Young Star Game, a major event in French basketball. Over the course of two days, the best under-22 hopefuls will attempt to shine before the eyes of the public and international decision-makers. [Read more]
Harlem Globetrotters: 100th anniversary basketball show at the Accor Arena in March 2026
The Harlem Globetrotters' high-flying show, which combines basketball, humor and acrobatics, returns to Paris to celebrate its 100th anniversary on March 28 and 29, 2026, at the Accor Arena. [Read more]
Paris 2026 Half Marathon: registration opens
On March 8, 2026, runners will once again take part in the Paris Half Marathon. An opportunity to set new records at the start of the new year! Registration is open and race numbers are going fast! [Read more]
Studio MVMT, a clubbing gym dedicated to Party Fitness in Paris
Here's a sports club that's making Paris vibrate. MVMT Club is a concept fresh from the United States that introduces us to Party Fitness. The idea? Exercise in a festive way by combining a clubbing atmosphere, positive energies, muscle strengthening, cardio and meditation combined with dance moves. [Read more]
AÉROCOLLECTOR 2026: the show for collectors and aviation enthusiasts
Sponsored - The Aérocollector - Paris show awaits you on March 21 and 22, 2026, with over 1,000m² dedicated to aviation enthusiasts, where you can find rare objects, aero parts, books, models, posters and advertising items, as well as meet other enthusiasts, authors, photographers and former pilots! [Read more]
At the Dome of Paris, this mentalist makes his grand return for a final, vividly captivating performance.
After a standout performance at the Olympia, mentalist Viktor Vincent returns with one final show of his "Fantastik" act, this time at the Paris Grand Dome on March 21, 2026. [Read more]
Papy Quichotte, a play about old age and imagination at the Théâtre Paris-Villette
Between chivalric fiction and family reality, Papy Quichotte depicts a grandfather who dreams of being Don Quixote. A sensitive and inventive play to be discovered at the Théâtre Paris-Villette from February 19 to March 8, 2026. [Read more]
Dessiner encore: adaptation of Coco at the Théâtre Lepic
"Dessiner encore," based on the work of Coco, will be presented at the Théâtre Lepic from January 31, 2026, Wednesday through Saturday at 7 p.m. and Sunday at 3 p.m. [Read more]
Quand je serai grande (When I Grow Up): Morgane Berling's solo comedy show at the Théâtre BO
Sponsored - How do you become an adult? Morgane Berling asks herself this question every Tuesday evening at 7:30 p.m. in Paris, at the Théâtre BO, until March 31, 2026. A show that attracted attention at the Avignon Off Festival in 2024 and 2025. [Read more]
La Zone Indigo: a futuristic thriller at the Théâtre des Béliers Parisiens
Discover "La Zone Indigo," a futuristic thriller by Mélody Mourey at the Théâtre des Béliers Parisiens starting January 30, 2026, with a cast of six actors. [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]
La Fleur au Fusil: solo performance at the Comédie Bastille
Discover "La Fleur au Fusil," a solo performance by Lionel Cecilio directed by Jean-Philippe Daguerre, running at the Comédie Bastille from November 21, 2025, to March 31, 2026. [Read more]
C'est comme ça: a dramatic comedy at La Pépinière
Discover "C'est comme ça," written and directed by Marc Arnaud, at Théâtre La Pépinière starting November 14, 2025. [Read more]
Dream, laugh, pass: a creation based on Cyrano at the Pépinière
"Rêver, rire, passer" (Dream, laugh, pass), a creation based on Cyrano with Jacques Weber and José-Antonio Pereira, can be seen at the Théâtre de la Pépinière from January 29, 2026. [Read more]
Les Folies Gruss: an equestrian and musical show
Sponsored - Further exploring the world of musical comedy with 100% original music, the artists of the Gruss Family pay a moving tribute to Alexis Gruss, founder of the company and renowned master equestrian, who passed away in 2024. See you at the Folies Gruss from October 19, 2025 to March 29, 2026. [Read more]
An immersive experience to be enjoyed with your eyes closed from a suspended deckchair in Sceaux, Paris and Noisy-le-Grand.
Get ready to let go and climb inner summits with "Je suis une montagne", Éric Arnal-Burtschy's immersive experience at Les Gémeaux cultural center in Sceaux, from November 28 to 30, 2025. This touring performance will then be presented on January 9, 10 and 11, 2026 at 104 Paris, then on March 20, 21 and 22, 2026 at Espace Michel Simon. [Read more]
La Scandaleuse: the burlesque cabaret show in the former Aux Belles Poules brothel
Aux Belles Poules, a former brothel in the 2ᵉ arrondissement, becomes a burlesque cabaret one Friday a month, where three artists await you for an intimate show, "La Scandaleuse". [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]
Swan Lake: International Festival Ballet at Grand Rex for a classic ballet
On March 15, 2026, the Grand Rex welcomes Swan Lake in a fairytale version by the International Festival Ballet, accompanied by a live orchestra. [Read more]
Nixon in China: John Adams' opera returns to the Opéra Bastille
From February 24 to March 20, 2026, the Opéra Bastille welcomes Nixon in China, John Adams' opera directed by Valentina Carrasco. [Read more]
Empreintes at the Palais Garnier: dance in dialogue with images
The Empreintes evening at the Palais Garnier brings together choreographers Jessica Wright, Morgann Runacre-Temple and Marcos Morau. To be discovered from March 11 to 28, 2026, in a program combining dance, video and light. [Read more]
Les Producteurs: Alexis Michalik's madcap musical returns to the Théâtre de Paris
The musical comedy Les Producteurs, directed by Alexis Michalik, returns to the Théâtre de Paris on October 1, 2025. This satirical and zany show, crowned with great success, will be accompanied by a new cast for this eagerly awaited revival. [Read more]
Black Legends: the musical arrives at La Seine Musicale
Black Legends, the musical comedy celebrating 20th-century black American music, returns to Paris. The show, which has already attracted over 200,000 spectators, is due to be staged at La Seine Musicale on March 20 and 21, 2026. [Read more]
The Spanish Riding School of Vienna at Paris la Défense Arena in 2026
The prestigious Spanish riding school from Vienna returns to France with two performances of its equestrian show, on February 28 and March 1, 2026, at the Paris la Défense Arena. [Read more]
Booder in Ah... l'école ! a funny and tender look at education
With Ah... l'école! Booder returns to the stage to evoke the school system with humor and emotion, from his own childhood to that of his son. A committed family show to be discovered on March 21, 2026 at Grand Rex. [Read more]
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