Nuit Blanche 2026 in Paris: the contemporary, must-see events of the evening

The Nuit Blanche, an event you wouldn’t miss for the world. The flagship celebration of contemporary art pulls us into the night once again this Saturday, June 6, 2026. A Nuit Blanche returns for a 25th edition, to Paris and in Île-de-France, from 6 p.m. to 5 a.m..

In all, more than 200 events, including trails to follow through Paris and its departments, and dozens of artists, await you. And one thing's for sure: this new edition should be just as memorable as its predecessors!

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But among this vast, promising program, how do you navigate it all? The night is long, but not endless, and you can’t see or participate in every performance. So choices must be made. To help you with this daunting task, here’s a compact guide to the must-see events during this Nuit Blanche 2026.

And to discover the full program for this evening devoted to contemporary art, head to our Nuit Blanche 2026 guide for Paris and the Île-de-France region.

Nuit Blanche 2026: This Saturday, June 6 — The free program in Paris and Île-de-France
White Night 2026 arrives this Saturday, June 6, in Paris and the Île-de-France region. From concerts and installations to performances, museums staying open late, art trails and free events—here’s our hand-picked guide to help you plan your evening and choose the must-see happenings. [Read more]