There are perennial topics that editors love to bring back each year: the summer holidays, raclette season, the Fête de la Musique... and Nuit Blanche is no exception! This Parisian cultural event dedicated to contemporary art returns on Saturday, June 6, 2026, for its 25th edition. For one night, Parisians, Île-de-France residents, and passing visitors can explore a range of art installations scattered across the capital and its outskirts, all free.
Concerts, fashion shows, performances, exhibitions, dance, immersive installations... There’s plenty to do during this night when anything is possible and culture shines in a thousand lights, even in the dead of night! In total, more than 200 artistic events are organized in Paris, and across the various departments of Île-de-France.
More than a hundred events packed into a single night—that's a lot. Unless you have superpowers, you can't experience every installation. So you have to choose!
If you're after the best tips and deals, you're in the right place. Here’s our top 10 installations to explore during Nuit Blanche 2026, perfect for a memorable night with family or friends. Check out the great picks from the Nuit Blanche you won’t want to miss!
Please note that this guide is being updated. Check back regularly to discover new programs, and bookmark it to quickly access information about Nuit Blanche.Nuit Blanche 2026: the can’t-miss picks
The Abominable White Night 2026 in Seine-Saint-Denis!
L'Abominable, a shared analog cinema lab housed in the former Laboratoires Éclair in Épinay-sur-Seine (Seine-Saint-Denis, 93), is staging a screening night for Nuit Blanche 2026, on Saturday, June 6, 2026, with free admission. [Read more]
Nuit Blanche 2026 in Paris: a concert featuring female voices at the Church of Notre-Dame des Blancs-Manteaux
Looking for a one-of-a-kind cultural experience at Paris's Nuit Blanche 2026? Discover the Church of Notre-Dame des Blancs-Manteaux, a Gothic architectural gem that will host a concert for this nocturnal arts event on Saturday, June 6. Blending fascinating history with a heartfelt tribute to music, enjoy an unforgettable night in the Marais district. [Read more]
Nuit Blanche 2026 in Rueil-Malmaison: festival, exhibition and activities
Rueil-Malmaison’s Parc des Bords-de-Seine (92) turns into a mini-festival for Nuit Blanche 2026 on Saturday, June 6, 2026. The lineup includes music, creative workshops and a pop-art exhibition exploring the theme of love, with free entry. [Read more]
Nuit Blanche 2026: a free artistic night at the Picasso Museum in Paris
Get ready for a memorable night at Nuit Blanche 2026 at the Picasso Museum this Saturday, June 6. Immerse yourself in Picasso’s captivating universe with nocturnal tours. [Read more]
Nuit Blanche 2026: Giant diamonds are installed in the courtyard of Paris's 9th arrondissement town hall.
A monumental installation lands at the 9th arrondissement’s town hall for Nuit Blanche 2026. Produced in partnership with the Slovak Institute, Big Fat Diamond aims to surprise visitors this Saturday, June 6, 2026. [Read more]
A free night at the Cartier Foundation for Contemporary Art: the Nuit Blanche 2026 lineup in Paris
The Cartier Foundation for Contemporary Art will open for a late-night event this Saturday, June 6, 2026, to mark the new edition of Nuit Blanche in Paris. An unprecedented evening you won’t want to miss! [Read more]
Nuit Blanche 2026: Contemporary performances at the Bibliothèque Forney in Paris
For this new, 25th edition of Nuit Blanche, the Forney Library in Paris invites us to experience nocturnal artistic performances this Saturday, June 6, 2026. [Read more]
Nuit Blanche 2026 in Paris: an aerial and acrobatic performance in a historic former farm
Nuit Blanche returns to Paris with its lively mix of contemporary art, after-dark routes and unexpected venues this Saturday, June 6, 2026. In the 14th arrondissement, Ferme Montsouris promises a poetic evening, at the heart of a rare Parisian relic. [Read more]
Hip Hop Love, a choreographed stroll through Clichy-sous-Bois for Nuit Blanche 2026
Saturday night is made for dancing! See you on June 6, 2026 to enjoy the festive activities of Nuit Blanche in Clichy-sous-Bois, at the Chapiteau de la Fontaine aux Images. [Read more]
A participatory performance at the Shoah Memorial in Paris for Nuit Blanche 2026
The Shoah Memorial will take part in the new edition of Nuit Blanche this Saturday, June 6, 2026. The program for this very special evening features free performances and discoveries for an all-night arts celebration in Paris. [Read more]
And for the full program Paris by arrondissement and in Île-de-France, don’t hesitate to consult the dedicated programs.
La Nuit Blanche in Paris, history and origins of this major contemporary art event
What exactly is the Nuit Blanche in Paris? This not-to-be-missed event returns to Paris this Saturday, June 7, 2025, with a host of artistic programs accessible free of charge for an entire night. But do you know what it stands for, and when and how this event dedicated to contemporary creation was born? Here's the history and origins of the famous Nuit Blanche in Paris. [Read more]
Dates and Opening Time
On June 6, 2026
Prices
Free
La Nuit Blanche in Paris, history and origins of this major contemporary art event
