The Martial Arts Festival will take place this year on Saturday, June 6, 2026, now held at the Palais des Congrès. This is the world's largest martial arts showcase, returning for an evening filled with surprises and emotions for its 98th edition. Founded in 1985, the festival was originally called the Night of Martial Arts, a fitting name. Whether you're a martial arts enthusiast, a combat sports fan, or simply curious, this legendary event brings together martial arts from the most traditional to the most modern styles.
On this occasion, the world's greatest martial arts masters, experts and champions will be putting on a dazzling show! Combining tradition, extraordinary showmanship and ancestral know-how, the evening promises to be once again exciting, with dozens of demonstrations and fights.
What's on the programme? Over 30 disciplines represented, including Karate, Kung Fu, Taekwondo, Aikido, Artistic Martial Arts, Vietnamese Martial Arts, Sumo, Bunjikan Ninjutsu, Jeet Kune Do, Jiu Jitsu, Korean Saber, MMA, Bulkempo, Kyokushinkai Karate, Penchak Silat and Self Defense! Every year, the Festival des Arts Martiaux brings together 300 practitioners from all over the world.
So, are you ready to discover the most beautiful fighting holds and the most technical and spectacular demonstrations? See you on the tatami!
Dates and Opening Time
On June 6, 2026
Location
Palais des Congrès de Paris
2 Place de la Porte Maillot
75017 Paris 17
Access
RER C or metro line 1 "Porte Maillot" station
Prices
€25 - €79
Official website
billetterie.palaisdescongresdeparis.com
