Salle Pleyel: a must-see venue in Paris

Located in Paris's 8th arrondissement, the Salle Pleyel is a must-see venue originally dedicated to symphonic concerts, but now devoted to contemporary music. Opened in 1927, it has played host to some of the greatest names in music, and its Art Deco style is as seductive as ever!

In the heart of Paris, in the prestigious 8th arrondissement, stands the Salle Pleyel, a mecca for classical and contemporary music. Inaugurated in 1927, this concert hall - listed as a historic monument since 2002 - has been the scene of many major musical events, marking the cultural history of the French capital. Behind the birth of this musical mecca was engineer and architect Gustave Lyon, also director of the Pleyel piano factory, who at the time wanted to create a space dedicated to chamber and symphonic music.

Since its opening, the Salle Pleyel has played host to many renowned national and international artists. From legendary pianists such as Arthur Rubinstein, Martha Argerich and Maurizio Pollini, to conductors such as Herbert von Karajan and Pierre Boulez, the hall has been the setting for memorable performances. It also served as the home of the Orchestre de Paris until 2015, before its move to the Philharmonie de Paris.

The architecture of the Salle Pleyel, with its Art Deco façade and refined interior, offers exceptional acoustics, recognized worldwide by music lovers and professionals alike. After a major renovation in 2006, followed by new work in 2015, the hall now has a seating capacity of 2,036, and a standing capacity of 2,503.

Until 2015, the Salle Pleyel was a hall dedicated to symphonic concerts. Since then, the Salle Pleyel has embarked on a new life, devoting itself to contemporary music of all kinds: jazz, pop, rock, world music and even metal, thus broadening its audience and enriching its cultural heritage. These diverse events testify to the venue's flexibility and modernity, proving that it remains a lively and dynamic space in the Parisian musical landscape.

To get to the Salle Pleyel, public transport options are numerous. The venue is close to the Ternes metro station, accessible by line 2, as well as the Charles de Gaulle - Étoile station, served by metro lines 1, 2 and 6 and the RER A. In addition, several bus lines also serve the area, making access to the venue convenient for visitors from different parts of Paris.

Celtic Legends : 25 years of the Irish dance show at Salle Pleyel
Celtic Legends, the renowned show dedicated to Celtic culture, returns to Paris in February 2027 at Salle Pleyel for stunning Irish dance performances to celebrate its 25th anniversary. [Read more]

Sienna Spiro to perform live at Salle Pleyel in Paris in March 2027 — new date added
Sienna Spiro will take the stage at the Salle Pleyel on March 21 and 22, 2027, with her "My House Tour." The British soul-pop breakout will be showcasing Visitor, her debut album recorded between the iconic Abbey Road and Electric Lady Studios. [Read more]

STRANGELOVE - The Depeche Mode Experience
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Ed O’Brien of Radiohead in concert at Paris’s Salle Pleyel in October 2026
Ed O’Brien, Radiohead’s indispensable guitarist, announces a solo tour with a stop in Paris this fall. Catch the British musician live at the Salle Pleyel on Thursday, October 8, 2026. Ed O’Brien will use the occasion to premiere his second solo opus, titled "Blue Morpho." [Read more]

Strangelove, The Depeche Mode Experience: the tribute show at Salle Pleyel in November 2026
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Goldman – 200 Voices for a Legend: a tribute concert at Salle Pleyel in Paris in 2027
The artist Flo Gallo, surrounded by 200 choristers, performs the iconic songs of Jean-Jacques Goldman. Here is the musical program awaiting you on Saturday, June 5, 2027, at the Salle Pleyel for the show titled "Goldman - 200 Voices for a Legend." [Read more]

An evening with Fran Lebowitz, a prominent figure of New York’s intellectual scene, this fall in Paris
American author and actress Fran Lebowitz, widely regarded as a leading voice of New York's intellectual scene, is arriving in Paris this fall. Catch her live on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, at Salle Pleyel for an exclusive evening of conversation and book signing. [Read more]

Ólafur Arnalds set to perform at Salle Pleyel in Paris this October 2026
Ólafur Arnalds announces his return to Paris with an innovative new live experience inspired by his project titled "Falling Apart Together." Mark your calendar for Saturday, October 10, 2026, at Salle Pleyel, where this hybrid concert aims to bridge the gap that separates us. [Read more]

ABBA GOLD at the Salle Pleyel in Paris: March 2027
ABBA GOLD is making its return to Paris in 2027! Experience the magic of the legendary Swedish group's biggest hits during an unforgettable evening at Salle Pleyel on Tuesday, March 9, 2027. [Read more]

Cat Power to perform at Salle Pleyel in 2026 for the 20th anniversary of "The Greatest" — new date announced
In 2026, Cat Power will mark the 20th anniversary of her stunning seventh album, The Greatest. To celebrate, the American artist plans to perform the album in its entirety during a special anniversary tour across Europe this fall. In France, she’ll take over the Salle Pleyel in Paris for two unmissable concerts on Saturday, October 31, and Monday, November 9, 2026. [Read more]

Keren Ann to perform at the Salle Pleyel in Paris this December 2026
To showcase her latest album titled "Paris Amour," Keren Ann is set to perform live in Paris in 2026! Fans can catch the singer and guitarist at the Salle Pleyel on Thursday, December 3rd. [Read more]

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