Nuit Blanche 2026 is already looking promising in Paris and the Île-de-France region. In Pantin, in the department of Seine-Saint-Denis, a full night is dedicated to artistic exploration in all its forms. Light installations, outdoor performances, ephemeral exhibitions: Nuit Blanche invites visitors to wander through a city transformed by contemporary art. It's a unique chance to experience visual and sensory moments, while rediscovering urban space from a fresh perspective.
Located on the outskirts of Paris, Pantin has a rich history. Once a major industrial center, Pantin has metamorphosed into a booming cultural hub. Today, the city is known for its many artists' studios and emblematic cultural venues such as the Centre National de la Danse and the Magasins Généraux. Pantin is also appreciated for its banks along the Canal de l'Ourcq, offering an idyllic setting for strolling.
Visiting Pantin for Nuit Blanche 2026 means diving headfirst into a world of art and creativity. The city offers an eclectic, bold program that is sure to delight audiences of all kinds. From interactive performances to monumental installations, every street corner holds its own surprises. See you in Pantin this Saturday, June 6, for a Nuit Blanche that promises to be unforgettable!
The Nef
24 hours in the life of a postpartum woman… Defying stereotypes, the Big Up Cie tackles the taboo of postnatal depression in a show where humor, music, and puppets intertwine. On stage, the performer-puppeteer Alice Chéné embodies the solitude of a young, driven mother. The weight of societal diktats on her shoulders, the responsibility of a life in her arms. The intensity of a new happiness and the letting go of a way of life that has vanished forever. Post-partum is a party, or more precisely the day after a party, where one no longer knows what is true, where everything one believed in is demystified. With a blend of humor and emotion, Post party takes us to the heart of a woman’s intimate world, dreaming of celebration to forget the constraints of a patriarchal society that pushes mothers toward perfection.
General Stores
ON THE PROGRAM
19:30 | ANECDATE
The sociological media outlet Anecdate invites you to a moment blending participatory writing, a quiz, and discussions around the theme of love—crazy, passionate love.
21:20 | DANCE PERFORMANCE BY ELI EL SULTAN
Elie El Adem is a Lebanese-born dancer and art therapist based in Paris. After performing Maurice Béjart’s Boléro, he trained in art therapy to create intense, organic performances around identity and movement. He also teaches personal development to adults and works in schools. His work is regularly showcased at major cultural institutions (Institut du Monde Arabe, Musée Lacroix, CND) and on TV (M6, France Culture).
FROM 21:30 TO 23:00 | DJ SET BY SAINTE EXP
Sainte EXP is a multi-genre DJ from the Paris scene, honed at the Vénus Club and now a fixture in French clubs and festivals. She recently made waves in Berlin with notable sets on HÖR and at Sisyphos. Spanning house, techno, trance, EBM and disco, she builds groovy, immersive sets designed as a sonic journey.
FROM 19:00 TO 23:00 | CONTINUOUS BAR AND FOOD
Pointe Square
The banks of the Ourcq Canal come alive to the beat of Nuit de l'Ourcq… An event not to be missed. Here are the main highlights:
Jardin21: DJ sets and exhibitions. Free. 12:00-04:00.
Bar Gallia: Rock'n'Roll Dance Party: live concerts and DJ sets. Free. 13:00-00:00.
La Galerie, contemporary art center: “Astound The Gallery!” exhibition and artistic performances by Cally Spooner and the collective Amine Benattabou, Elise Brion, Virginie Capizzi, Pierre Klein. Free. 14:00-21:00.
FRAC Île-de-France, Les Réserves: Family workshops, concert and performance “Le Sacre” by the collective La Ville en feu. Free. 15:00-22:00.
La Prairie du Canal: Open air, DJ sets, pink stage, pole-dance performance and artisanal sound system. Tickets from 5 to 12 euros. 15:00-22:00.
Fondation Fiminco: As part of the exhibition “Illumination and Light on the Korean Stage” with the Korean Cultural Center, “Korean Night”: monumental installation by artist Yiyun Kang. Family workshops, immersive tour and electro-punk concert by Fat Hamster & Kang New. Free, on reservation for the guided tour. 14:00-22:00.
Wonder: “Pialle Ripaille” studio visits, concerts, bar and participatory barbecue. All audiences, no reservation, 18:00-00:00.
La Villette: Beatmaking and sampling session by Loop Sessions “After Loop Sessions Paris XXL”. 10 euros. 19:00-02:00. Free guided park tour, 21:15-23:00.
La Pop: Immersive installation by Cléo Totti, sculptural poetry, conceived as a healing refuge fostering self-connection, connection with others and with the living “The Myth of the Silver Beans.” Free. 19:00-23:00.
Magasins Généraux: Choreographic proposals fill the spaces, an evening by the water as a moment of discovery and sharing. Free. 20:00-23:00.
Dock B: Afro, techno, shatta: “Pride of the Suburbs, After Party & After d'After.” 20:00-06:00.
Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique et de Danse / Cité de la musique - Philharmonie de Paris: Conducting prize concert by the conservatory’s students. Free entry. 20:00. At 17:30, reduced price for the exhibition “Video Games & Music,” reservation with code NUITOURCQ online.
Villette Makerz: Poetic light projection “Ourcq Visiophore.” Free. All night.
Metaxu: Open air & club, all-wemale DJ set and live set. 22:00-02:00. Free
Kilomètres 25: Open air & club: hard techno with 7 artists, including 5 internationals. Presale or on-site. 8-20 euros. 00:00-09:00.
5 guided bike or foot routes between venues are offered; all information and reservations at www.exploreparis.com.
W Pantin
For Nuit Blanche 2026 in W, mixology becomes a form of composition, fusing flavors, sounds, visuals, and movements. A central installation anchors the space and hosts a performance by a mixologist alongside two DJ sets.
The works of five artists are interpreted by mixologist Yaqi Chen as scores. The cocktails she creates are showcased in the exhibition space opposite each artist’s piece.
Artists: Christel Conchon, Pierre-Alain Poirier, Laura Porter, Gina Proenza, Loren Tortill.
Program:
8:00 PM – 10:00 PM: Cocktails by Yaqi Chen
10:00 PM – 10:45 PM: Eugène Blove
10:45 PM – 12:30 AM: DJ Sacom
Practical information:
W – open from 8 PM to 1 AM
6 avenue Weber, 93500 Pantin
With the support of the Métropole du Grand Paris and the TRAM network
Dates and Opening Time
On June 6, 2026
Location
General stores - BETC
Rue de l'Ancien Canal
93500 Pantin
Access
Église de Pantin metro station
