August in Paris is the time to discover a seemingly quieter capital, but one that never takes a break from programming. Summer festivities are always in full swing, while the City of Light sometimes takes on the allure of a seaside resort. With its sunny days and lively evenings, the Paris region offers a range of experiences to delight everyone.
This month is marked by the Fête de l'Assomption on August 15, a day when Paris slows down a little, but the atmosphere remains convivial thanks to local festivities and summer traditions. The mood is light, with Parisians and visitors alternating between sunny terraces, strolls along the Seine and cultural discoveries.
But in Paris, there's no question of resting on your laurels! This is also your last chance to discover the season's successes before they bow out: an exhibition that's closing its doors, a summer festival that's coming to an end, or a show that won't be back until next year... if ever.
And to give you even greater visibility, this selection is updated in real time, and past events are deleted as they happen!
Back to Hogwarts: more details on the free event at the Château de Versailles and its registration date
Celebrate “Back to Hogwarts”—the marquee annual gathering that brings Harry Potter fans together. For this highly anticipated edition, set for August 29, 2026, an iconic château lends itself to the occasion: by day, in the Orangery of the Palace of Versailles, Potterheads will converge for a free event that requires registration. [Read more]
La Fête des Loges 2026, the Yvelines fair in Saint-Germain-en-Laye — dates and opening hours.
The Fête des Loges returns to the forest of Saint-Germain-en-Laye in Yvelines, from June 26 to August 16, 2026. More than 200 attractions and activities are on offer, and entry remains free! This year, the park is shortening its hours and will no longer close at 2 a.m. [Read more]
Beyond the Streets at La Villette’s Grande Halle: the exhibition dedicated to the legends of graffiti and street art
Urban art comes to the Grande Halle at La Villette with the blockbuster exhibition "Beyond the Streets"! For three months, come and admire the work of more than 100 major artists around graffiti and street art. What’s on the program? Historic works, new pieces, archives, and immersive installations created especially for the occasion. All of it unfolds across more than 3,600 m², from May 27 to August 30, 2026. [Read more]
Rock en Seine 2026: Sparks, Kompromat, Mogwai... join the lineup as the bill nears completion
Rock en Seine announces its return to the Domaine national de Saint-Cloud! In 2026, the Paris-region festival invites you back for five days of concerts and festivities to be enjoyed on Wednesday 26, Thursday 27, Friday 28, Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 August. On the lineup? The Cure, Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds and Tyler, The Creator, but also Deftones, Turnstile, Franz Ferdinand, or Sparks, Kompromat, Clipse, Mogwai, Wolf Alice, Peaches and Lykke Li. Discover the (almost) complete program! [Read more]
The Canal Summer 2026: the must-attend summer festival along Paris's canals, dates & program
Summer on the Canal is Paris's quintessential summer event. And great news: this Parisian summer staple is back from June 27 to August 9, 2026. This edition features free workshops, street art, open-air cinema, and strolls along the canals. [Read more]
European Swimming Championships 2026 in Paris: Dates Announced and Second Ticket Sale Opening
In April 2023, France officially submitted its bid to host the European Swimming Championships in 2026. From July 31 to August 16, the Olympic Aquatic Center will be the place to cheer on our swimmers. Tickets go on sale for the second time this January 23 at 2 p.m.! [Read more]
Exceptional solar eclipse visible in France: the must-see date of 2026
An exceptional solar eclipse will take place in France on August 12, 2026, with 99.5% occultation in Biarritz. This rare astronomical phenomenon will offer a near-total spectacle in south-west France, 27 years after the last total eclipse visible in Europe. [Read more]
Don't miss the Perseids, the most beautiful shooting star shower of the year!
Throughout August, and especially around August 12, 2026, the famous Perseid shower of shooting stars will be visible in the French sky, as it is every year. Let's look up and admire the show! [Read more]
Last days: exhibitions ending in August 2026 in Paris and the Île-de-France region
It's almost over! Here are the exhibitions running until August 2026 in Paris and the Île-de-France region. It's up to you to seize the opportunity before it's too late! We take stock! [Read more]
Nice tip: spend a Sunday paddleboarding or canoeing at the Champigny nautical base (94).
From June 7 to August 23, 2026, on select summer Sundays, the Roland-Bouchier Water Sports Center invites you to explore the Marne by canoe, kayak, rowboat, or stand-up paddleboard, along a safe and supervised route. [Read more]
European Super Cup: Paris Saint-Germain vs. Aston Villa — which channel will broadcast the match?
Yet another trophy for Paris Saint-Germain? The Parisian club will face Aston Villa on August 12, 2026, in the UEFA Super Cup final, which pits the Champions League winners against the Europa League victors. [Read more]
Paris Plages 2026: Free activities, sports and entertainment at the Parc des Rives de Seine all summer long
During the height of the summer holidays, Paris Plages is back for a 2026 edition, running from July 4 to August 30. The lineup includes a host of activities and entertainment for the whole family, plus reading zones and sun loungers. [Read more]
Where to swim in the Seine in Paris in 2026? The Bassin de la Villette in the 19th arrondissement.
From July 4 to August 30, 2026, swimming reopens its doors to all budding swimmers at the Villette pools. Expect entertainment, sports activities, a nautical base and a splash pool: the lineup promises to be busy. [Read more]
Paris Plages 2026: free swimming, games and activities all summer long at Canal Saint-Martin
Along the banks of the Canal Saint-Martin, every summer the most Parisian of beaches sets up shop. On the program: a lovely swimming area and numerous free activities open to everyone — let the summer of fun begin! [Read more]
Paris Plages 2026: the free program all summer long at the Bassin de la Villette
For Paris Plages, the Bassin de la Villette is back in service: from July 4 to August 30, 2026, it will host free activities for young and old, but above all, a charming swimming spot. [Read more]
Roland-Garros Tennis Club: Enjoy free admission to the French Tennis Championships this summer.
With the second edition of the "Roland-Garros Tennis Club," running from June 14 to August 23, 2026, the iconic stadium will open its doors free of charge to let tennis fans watch the finals of the French National Championships in singles. [Read more]
Paris Saint-Germain - Manchester United: a pre-season friendly to watch in August
On August 8, 2026, it will be on Swedish soil that Paris Saint-Germain faces Manchester United for a real, full-scale test ahead of the new season. A historic showdown and a prestige duel in the wake of the FIFA World Cup. [Read more]
A free cultural walk exploring the heritage of the Olympic Games as part of Canal Summer
The Canal Summer Festival is back, along with the Grand Olympic Heritage Walk, on August 1, 2026, inviting you to relive the Paris 2024 Olympic vibe through a free 14-kilometer cultural hike. [Read more]
EDF Aqua Challenge 2025: the open water swimming race in the Seine at Bras Grenelle
On Saturday July 26, 2025, the EDF Aqua Challenge will take place at the Bras Grenelle in Paris. An excellent opportunity for the French Swimming Federation to promote aquatic activities in the capital's natural environment. The races are open to all! [Read more]
Mystery at Silent Pool: Agatha Christie Disappears at the Lucernaire
Mystery at Silent Pool: Agatha Christie is Missing, a detective play by Carla Girod, Drys Penthier and Axel Stein-Kurdzielewicz, is staged at Le Lucernaire in Paris by Compagnie des Ballons Rouges, from June 10 to August 23, 2026. The show revisits the real-life disappearance of Agatha Christie in 1926, blending investigation, unsettled memory, and theatrical fiction. [Read more]
The Loop heads to Théâtre Saint-Georges in Paris in 2026
The Loop, Robin Goupil’s comedy honored with the 2025 Molière for Best Comedy, is running at the Théâtre Saint-Georges in Paris until August 29, 2026. [Read more]
The Bearer of History at the Petit Montparnasse until August 2026
Alexis Michalik’s Le Porteur d’Histoire has been extended at the Théâtre du Petit Montparnasse in Paris until August 31, 2026. An adventure play that blends mystery, historical storytelling, and a literary treasure hunt. [Read more]
Paris Summer Festival: dance, exhibitions, magic, music... The lineup for the 2026 edition
As with every year, the Festival Paris l’été charms the capital this summer. Save the dates: July 11 to August 4, 2026, across Paris (and even beyond, in the suburbs) to discover a sharp, curated cultural program spanning dance, circus, theatre, installations, and music. [Read more]
The Lion King: the musical back for a sixth season at the Mogador Theatre – our review
The Lion King awaits you at the Mogador Theatre in Paris until August 9 as part of its fifth season, and it will launch a sixth season as early as September 2026, more than ten years after its last performance in this Parisian venue. We’ve seen it, and here’s everything you need to know! [Read more]
Les Monologues du Machin: Exploring Every Aspect of Sex at Comédie Bastille – Our Take
Les Monologues du Machin, a show by Thomas Caruso Aragona exploring masculinity and the relationship to the male body, is playing at the Comédie Bastille in Paris through August 22, 2026. [Read more]
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From August 1, 2025 to August 31, 2029
