While national artists flock to Paris and the Paris region every year, international artists also love Paris. Like London and Berlin, the French capital is often a "must-see" stopover for many of the world's biggest stars.
From Taylor Swift and Bruce Springsteen to Madonna, Pink, Paul McCartney and Ed Sheeran, many foreign artists have visited Paris in recent years to play their hits.
And 2026 promises to be a great year for concerts by international artists and bands! Unfortunately, some shows are already sold out. This is the case for System of a Down, Tame Impala, Raye, Giveon, Luke Combs, Deftones, Bad Bunny, and Florence + The Machine.
But don't worry, tickets are still available for several other international artists and groups, such as Doja Cat. The American artist will be stopping off atthe Accor Arena in Paris as part of her new world tour, entitled "Tour Ma Vie World Tour." This same venue in the 12th arrondissement will also welcome Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli, British singer Louis Tomlinson, K-pop group TWICE, legendary British hard rock band Def Leppard, and Quebec band Simple Plan.
The Texan trio ZZ Top is also expected in Paris in 2026. For the occasion, the blues rock band plans to take over theAdidas Arena. This venue in the north of the capital will also welcome Zuccheroin thespring and Deep Purple in the fall.
In 2026, get ready to see American guitarist and singerJoe Bonamassa live at La Seine Musicale, British heavy metal band Iron Maidenand American band Foo Fighters at Paris La Défense Arena, not to mention Cat Power at Salle Pleyel andUmberto Tozzi at Grand Rex.
British rapper Dave in concert at the Accor Arena in Paris
As part of his European tour entitled The Boy Who Played the Harp Tour, British rapper Dave has announced a concert in Paris. See the Brixton-born artist on stage at the Accor Arena on Wednesday, February 4, 2026. [Read more]
Peter Doherty in concert at the Olympia in Paris
Peter Doherty has announced his return to Paris in 2026! Accompanied by his band, the British singer and musician plans to revisit several essential songs from his rich repertoire. See you at the Olympia on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, for this musical event! [Read more]
Sean Paul in concert at the Zénith in Paris
Sean Paul announces his return to France with two concerts scheduled for 2026. In Paris, see the Jamaican dancehall star on stage at the Zénith de La Villette on Thursday, February 26, 2026. [Read more]
Andrea Bocelli in concert at the Accor Arena in Paris
Four years after his last performance at this major Parisian venue, world-renowned singer Andrea Bocelli is set to return to the Accor Arena in Paris on Wednesday, April 1, 2026. This will be an opportunity to (re)discover the Italian tenor's impressive musical repertoire live. [Read more]
Louis Tomlinson in concert at the Accor Arena in Paris
Louis Tomlinson, former member of One Direction, has announced his return to Paris with a major concert scheduled at the Accor Arena on Tuesday, April 21, 2026. The British singer will take this opportunity to perform his new album, entitled How Did I Get Here? , live. [Read more]
Joe Bonamassa in concert at La Seine Musicale
The legendary blues rock guitarist Joe Bonamassa has announced his return to France in 2026, with a concert planned in Paris! See the American guitarist and singer at La Seine Musicale in Boulogne-Billancourt on Saturday, April 25, 2026. [Read more][midroll]
Umberto Tozzi in concert at the Grand Rex in Paris for his farewell tour
Italy is coming to Paris! On May 6, 2026, the Grand Rex will rock to the sound of Umberto Tozzi's greatest hits for a final French concert as part of his world farewell tour, L'ULTIMA NOTTE ROSA – THE FINAL SHOW. An exceptional evening where the cult refrains of Ti Amo, Tu and Gloria will thrill fans' vocal cords before the Italian legend takes his final bow. [Read more]
TWICE, the female K-pop group, in concert at the Accor Arena in Paris
K-pop is making a big comeback in the capital in spring 2026 with a unique and exceptional concert by TWICE. See the all-female South Korean group on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at the Accor Arena in Paris, as part of their new This Is For World Tour. Due to high demand, a second date has been announced for Sunday, May 17, 2026. [Read more]
Zucchero in concert at the Adidas Arena in Paris
Zucchero Fornaciari has announced his return to France in 2026 with no fewer than six concerts. In Paris, head to the Adidas Arena on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, to dance to the many hits of the famous Italian rocker. [Read more]
Doja Cat in concert at the Accor Arena in Paris
Just two years after her concert at the Accor Arena in Paris, Doja Cat is returning to this large venue in the capital's 12th arrondissement for a new world tour, entitled 'Tour Ma Vie World Tour'. This time, the American singer will be performing for her fans on Tuesday, June 9, 2026. So, when will tickets go on sale? We'll tell you everything you need to know. [Read more]
Foo Fighters in concert at Paris La Défense Arena
After announcing a stadium tour across the Atlantic, the Foo Fighters have confirmed their arrival in Europe in 2026. In France, they will be heading to Paris La Défense Arena on Friday, June 19, 2026, for what promises to be an explosive show. [Read more]
Iron Maiden: what you need to know about their concert at Paris La Défense Arena
After three shows at Paris La Défense Arena in 2022 and 2025, Iron Maiden is set to electrify this large venue in the Hauts-de-Seine department once again as part of the extension of its Run For Your Lives World Tour. See the legendary British heavy metal band in concert at Paris La Défense Arena on Monday, June 22, 2026. Ticket sales start date, no phones allowed in the pit... here's everything you need to know! [Read more]
Def Leppard in concert at the Accor Arena in Paris
Def Leppard is getting ready to reunite with its Parisian fans nearly 30 years after its last show in the capital! Don't miss the legendary British hard rock band on stage at the Accor Arena in Paris on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, for a one-time concert. The icing on the cake is that Extreme will be there to open the show! [Read more]
The Roots in concert at the Zénith in Paris|chapo=
The Roots announces a special concert in Paris in 2026! See the famous American jazz-hip-hop combo, the official band of "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon," on stage at the Zénith de La Villette on Thursday, July 9, 2026. [Read more]
ZZ Top in concert at the Adidas Arena in Paris
ZZ Top announces its return to Paris! See Billy F Gibbons, Frank Beard, and Elwood Francis on stage at the Adidas Arena on Wednesday, July 15, 2026. [Read more]
Singer Anastacia in concert at the Olympia in Paris
Singer Anastacia is celebrating the 25th anniversary of her first album with a one-off date in Paris: head to the Olympia on October 19, 2026, for a concert combining pop, soul, and rock. It's a chance to (re)discover her greatest hits, such as I'm Outta Love and Left Outside Alone. [Read more]
Deep Purple in concert at the Adidas Arena in Paris
Deep Purple has announced a French tour in the fall of 2026! In Paris, see the famous British progressive rock band on stage at the Adidas Arena on Thursday, October 22. [Read more]
Brandi Carlile in concert at La Seine Musicale
After Le Trianon in July 2025, Brandi Carlile has announced a new concert in Paris as part of her 'The Human Tour'. See the American singer, songwriter, and producer in concert with her new album, 'Returning To Myself'. The date is set for La Seine Musicale on Friday, October 23, 2026. [Read more]
Simple Plan in concert at the Accor Arena in Paris
Quebec's Simple Plan announces their return to Paris in 2026! Come and rock out to their pop-punk tunes at a one-and-only concert not to be missed on Saturday, October 31, 2026, at the Accor Arena. The icing on the cake is that Neck Deep will be the opening act! [Read more]
Cat Power in concert at the Salle Pleyel in Paris for the 20th anniversary of 'The Greatest'
In 2026, Cat Power will (already) be celebrating the 20th anniversary of her sublime seventh album, 'The Greatest'. The American artist plans to play the album in its entirety during an anniversary tour of Europe in the fall. In France, Cat Power will take to the stage at the Salle Pleyel in Paris for a unique concert not to be missed on Saturday, October 31, 2026. [Read more]
Many other international artists and groups are expected to perform in Paris in 2026. By the way, tell us which concert(s) you're planning to attend in 2026 in Paris.
