Parisian cabarets and their revues are symbols of glamour, elegance, and quintessential French charm. These internationally renowned shows draw in crowds year after year, eager for a night they won’t forget. From the iconic French Cancan to sequins, feathers and flair, Parisian cabarets offer a one-of-a-kind experience that blends sensuality, artistry, and humor.
Each Parisian cabaret has its own identity and quirks, making every show unique and full of surprises. Whether you’re drawn to sexy lingerie, artistic nudism, transformists, or magic and comedy acts, you’re sure to find a revue that matches your tastes and desires.
Our curated list of venues is regularly updated, so feel free to revisit this article to discover the latest additions in Parisian cabarets and revues. You’ll encounter iconic spots as well as more intimate venues offering a range of performances to suit every mood.
The variety of revues on offer at Parisian cabarets mirrors the cultural richness of the French capital. Whether you’re seeking a glamorous, sexy night out, a transformist spectacle, or a magic-and-humor pairing, Paris’s cabarets will delight and entertain you.
Champagne flows freely in these establishments, adding a touch of luxury and refinement to your evening. Parisian cabarets are also renowned for the quality of their dinner-show offerings, letting you savor a gourmet meal while enjoying an exceptional performance.
Parisian cabaret revues are experiences to be lived at least once in a lifetime. Whether you’re just visiting Paris or a local resident, don’t miss the chance to discover these enchanting shows, a testament to French savoir-faire and the art of living well.
So, are you ready to let yourself be captivated by the alluring world of Parisian cabarets and their revues? All that remains is to choose the venue that best suits you and book your seat for a memorable evening, wrapped in glamour and elegance.
The Young Ladies of Rochefort at the Lido Theater on the Champs-Élysées
Sponsored - The Young Girls of Rochefort, Jacques Demy and Michel Legrand's masterwork, moves from the screen to the stage on the Champs-Élysées, and it's the show you'll be humming as you leave.
Head to Théâtre du Lido to rediscover The Young Girls of Rochefort through June 14, 2026! [Read more]
Under the Grand Palais's skirt: drag queens reinvent cabaret for a one-night-only evening
Lotto, dance and a high-heeled show: rediscover cabaret with a drag twist in the Sous la jupe du Grand Palais evening, organized for June 23, 2026. [Read more]
Lou Diprey: A Modern, Intimate Pop Cabaret in the Heart of Paris 10th
Lou Diprey is the newest contemporary, intimate cabaret in Paris’s 10th arrondissement. Since opening on December 17, 2025, the venue has been offering bistronomic dinners, choreographed performances, and lively after-parties—all set within a cozy, dimly lit atmosphere designed to provide a modern nocturnal experience. Ready to venture off the beaten path? [Read more]
Love Bazar: We attended the drag dinner-show featuring Misty Phœnix at Lou Diprey in Paris — here’s our take
Attention all drag show enthusiasts! Love Bazar is taking over Lou Diprey in Paris for a series of nights blending drag performances, live music, and gourmet bistro dining. Led by Misty Phœnix, Azémylia, and Jenny From The Blocnote, the shows will run on January 22, 23, 28, and 29, then February 20, 21, 25, and 26 — and they’ll be happening every Thursday and Friday evening starting March 2026. This is a first-of-its-kind immersive experience with no traditional stage, designed to foster an intimate connection between performers and the audience. We attended, and here’s what it’s all about! [Read more]
DING: improvised cabaret by the NEW troupe in Paris
After performances at the Grand Point Virgule, DING – The Improvised Cabaret is returning to Paris, playing at the Théâtre des Mathurins from March 23 to June 29, 2026. [Read more]
Féerie at the Moulin Rouge: a night of feathers and dreams in Montmartre
Every evening, the Moulin Rouge presents Féerie, a spectacular revue in four tableaux, at 9 or 11 pm, preceded or not by a dinner imagined by their chef. [Read more]
Madame Arthur: transvestite cabaret and Parisian club
Sponsored - A true Parisian institution, Madame Arthur transports several generations into her musical world of drag and French chanson! [Read more]
TurboCancan: a crazy cabaret at Cancan Pigalle
Humor, music and surprising performances: Marie-Jo Dassin welcomes you every Wednesday for a festive, immersive evening in Pigalle. [Read more]
La Soirée Criminelle: investigation, dinner and mystery in the heart of Paris
The Crime Night will blend interactive theatre with fine dining in a crime-themed atmosphere, running from October 15, 2025 to December 19, 2026 at La Main au Panier. An original, live, real-life-style investigation to be experienced in front of an audience. [Read more]
Crazy Horse, one of Paris's most emblematic cabarets
In the 8th arrondissement, Crazy Horse hides behind a sober facade that goes (almost) unnoticed. However, once you've passed through the front door, you'll be transported to a completely different atmosphere, as you take in a marvellous show featuring dance, performances and luminous decors. [Read more]
La Nouvelle Seine: the restaurant-bar, terrace and shows opposite Notre-Dame
The La Nouvelle Seine barge, located at the foot of Notre-Dame in Paris, offers a beautiful restaurant on the water, as well as a terrace bar where you can soak up the sun. Then continue on to the theater section for a comedy show, one-man show or cabaret. [Read more]
Oh! César Paris: Parisian cabaret combining glamour, humor and art
A few years ago, the Cabaret César-Palace metamorphosed into Oh! César Paris, offering a unique fusion of dining, entertainment and clubbing into the wee hours. [Read more]
L'oiseau Paradis, the show at Paris cabaret Le Paradis Latin
Paradis Latin, Paris's emblematic cabaret in the 5th arrondissement, on the left bank of the Seine, is famous for its nightly revue shows in a luxurious setting and festive atmosphere. The revue performed here is always "L'Oiseau Paradis", a show by Kamel Ouali. Dièse and Solen Shawen are the ringleaders. [Read more]
