This marks the first major concert of 2026 at Paris La Défense Arena! Before the venue hosts upcoming shows featuring Josman, Damso, Kalash, as well as performances by Foo Fighters, Iron Maiden, and Bad Bunny, Europe's largest indoor arena hosts the Gala des Pièces Jaunes for 2026.
Remember, in 2025, the renowned Gala of the Yellow Pieces made its debut at Paris La Défense Arena. This event had previously taken over the Zénith of La Villette and the Accor Arena. The show was a huge success, thanks to a carefully curated lineup featuring stars like Katy Perry, Gims, John Legend, Aya Nakamura, Burna Boy, and Rosé from Blackpink.
On Thursday, January 22, 2026, the Gala of the Pièces Jaunes returns to the Hauts-de-Seine venue for its fourth edition, once again organized to benefit the Hospitals Foundation. As always, this event will feature an impressive lineup of artists. Christina Aguilera, Gims, A$AP Rocky, Davido, Charlotte Cardin, Mika, along with Stray Kids and G-Dragon, will be taking the stage. La Femme, Bob Sinclar, and Future are also expected to perform.
The 2026 Pièces Jaunes Gala on France 2: Meet the lineup of artists participating in the concert
The Pièces Jaunes Gala took over Paris La Défense Arena on January 22nd. For this much-anticipated evening of music and charity, organized to benefit the Fondation des Hôpitaux, the venue in Hauts-de-Seine welcomed an impressive lineup of artists. Among the stars were American singer Christina Aguilera, the K-pop sensation Stray Kids, rapper A$AP Rocky, the ever-present Gims, South Korean icon G-Dragon, Canadian artist Charlotte Cardin, as well as Mika, La Femme, and Bob Sinclar. For those who missed out, note that this heartfelt charity concert will be broadcast live on France 2 during prime time on Friday, January 30, 2026. [Read more]
So, what time should the doors at the venue open? When is the event scheduled to begin? The Paris La Défense Arena has revealed all the practical and useful information that attendees need to know to plan their visit smoothly.
The doors of Paris La Défense Arena are set to open to the public at 6 p.m., with the show kicking off at 8:15 p.m.
Another important update concerns transportation to get to the venue. Due to the expected high turnout, attendees are strongly encouraged to use public transit, whether to arrive or depart from Paris La Défense Arena.
Just a reminder, you can access the event 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), as well as the T2 tramway (La Défense stop) and the L and U lines of Transilien (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, which vary depending on your seat in the venue. Additionally, the venue explains that “the color indicated on your ticket (yellow, red, or purple) helps you find your way, but it is not a mandatory checkpoint during security checks,” and recommends heading straight to the entrances listed below:
On its website, Paris La Défense Arena has revealed the list of prohibited items for concerts, in accordance with legislation governing public venues. Items that are not allowed include any dangerous or illegal objects, large items, anything that could be used as a projectile, or pose a risk to spectators, visitors, or performers — as well as objects that could be misused for malicious purposes. This also applies to all glass and metal containers, as well as helmets, alcoholic beverages, any rolling objects, and cameras or recording devices without prior authorization.
However, allowed for this concert are lighsticks (up to 50 cm), water bottles and plastic or cardboard bottles (less than 50 cl), as well as laptops and tablets up to 15 inches. A small accessory, such as a bag, purse, or satchel (per person), is also permitted, provided it is under 10 liters in volume. You can find all these details on the Paris La Défense Arena website.
Once the concert ends, it's recommended to head towards La Défense station (Line 1 / RER A) if you plan to return to Paris.
For all other destinations, head to La Défense station for the Transilien Line L. “If you're traveling by public transport toward Saint-Germain-en-Laye, Cergy, or Poissy, you can switch at Nanterre Préfecture and catch the RER A,” explains Paris La Défense Arena.
What a wonderful evening for everyone!
Dates and Opening Time
On January 22, 2026
Starts at 08:00 p.m.
Location
Plenitude Arena (formerly Paris La Défense Arena)
99 Jardin de l'Arche
92000 Nanterre
Route planner
Accessibility info
Official website
www.parisladefense-arena.com
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