On Saturday, December 13, 2025, Jean-Louis Aubert celebrates 50 years of his musical career at Paris La Défense Arena! The singer and guitarist is taking over Europe's largest indoor venue as part of his "PAFINITOUR" tour. The former Téléphone member is sure to pay homage to his latest studio album "PAFINI", released on September 20, 2024. But Jean-Louis Aubert is also expected to perform classics from his solo work and his time with Téléphone.
So, what time do the doors of the venue open? When is the show expected to start, and who will be opening for Jean-Louis Aubert? Also, when will Jean-Louis Aubert take the stage? Paris La Défense Arena has just revealed all the practical and useful information attendees need to know to plan their visit smoothly.
Doors at Paris La Défense Arena are set to open to the public at 6:30 PM. The opening act is scheduled to hit the stage at 8 PM, with Jean-Louis Aubert expected to take the stage around 8:45 PM.
Jean-Louis Aubert at Paris La Défense Arena: who is the opening act?
Jean-Louis Aubert is preparing to take over Paris La Défense Arena for a special concert celebrating his 50-year career. A unique moment to experience on Saturday, December 13, 2025. But before the singer and musician takes to the stage, the audience at the Paris venue will be treated to an opening act. So, who is it? Who will have the honor of opening for Jean-Louis Aubert on December 13 at Paris La Défense Arena? We'll tell you everything! [Read more]
"To avoid waiting outside for too long", Paris La Défense Arena advises concertgoers to arrive later, as the doors won't open until 6:30 PM.
Which songs by Jean-Louis Aubert will echo through Paris La Défense Arena this Saturday? Will your favorite tracks be part of the setlist? Find out with the lineup from the "PAFINITOUR" tour.
This weekend, a former member of Téléphone is set to light up Europe's largest indoor arena! Jean-Louis Aubert will be welcoming his many French fans to a one-night-only performance at Paris La Défense Arena on Saturday, December 13, 2025. For the curious, take a look at the "PAFINITOUR" setlist—the playlist the singer, songwriter, and guitarist might perform in the capital. [Read more]
Additional information regarding transportation to reach the venue. Due to the expected high attendance, organizers strongly recommend using public transit, both for getting to and leaving Paris La Défense Arena.
As a reminder, you can access the concert via Line 1 of the metro (La Défense station), the RER A (La Défense or Nanterre-Préfecture stations), the RER E (Nanterre-la-Folie or La Défense Grande Arche stations), or the Tram T2 (La Défense station). You can also reach the venue using Transilien lines L and U (La Défense station).
Europe's largest indoor venue is located in Paris, not far from the Grande Arche de La Défense. Throughout the year, the Paris La Défense Arena hosts numerous concerts, shows and sporting events. Planning to go there soon? Here are a few practical tips to help you prepare your visit and get to the Paris La Défense Arena easily. [Read more]
Paris La Défense Arena has multiple entrances, each designated for different seating sections. Additionally, the arena notes that "the color coded on your ticket (yellow, red, or purple) helps you navigate more easily, but it is not a mandatory passing point during security checks," and recommends heading straight to the entrances listed below:
On its official website, Paris La Défense Arena has published the list of banned items for concerts, in accordance with the regulations governing public venues. Visitors are advised that items such as dangerous or illegal objects, large items that could be thrown or pose a threat to spectators, visitors, or performers, or could be misused for malicious purposes are prohibited. This includes all glass, metal (including water bottles), and plastic containers, as well as helmets, alcoholic beverages, wheeled objects, non-retractable umbrellas, posters larger than A3, and camera or video equipment without prior authorization.
However, retractable umbrellas are allowed for this concert, along with laptops and tablets up to 15 inches. Each person may also bring a small accessory—such as a bag, purse, or satchel—but it must be under 10 liters in capacity. You can find all these details on the Paris La Défense Arena website.
After the concert ends, it’s recommended to head to La Défense station (Line 1 / RER A) if you plan to return to Paris.
For all other destinations, head to La Défense train station to catch the Transilien Line L. If you're traveling by public transportation toward Saint-Germain-en-Laye, Cergy, or Poissy, you can arrive at Nanterre Préfecture station and transfer to the RER A,
explains Paris La Défense Arena.
Wishing everyone a fantastic concert with Jean-Louis Aubert!
Dates and Opening Time
On December 13, 2025
Location
Paris La Défense Arena
99 Jardin de l'Arche
92000 Nanterre
Official website
www.parisladefense-arena.com
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