What shows to see in Paris in January 2026? At the start of the year, Paris and the Île-de-France region roll out a varied lineup, spanning musicals, humor shows, cabarets, drag shows, sound-and-light performances, dance, magic and circus. Whether you’re after an original night out, a blockbuster show to share, or a visually stunning experience for family or friends, this guide collects the shows to see in Paris in January.
To help you sort through it, this selection highlights several performance realms: musical shows, comedy acts, cabarets and visual performances, not to mention dance, magic, or circus acts. A handy guide to quickly discover what to see on stage in Paris in January 2026, tailored to your tastes. If you’re after a tighter picks list, you can also check our 10 shows to see in Paris in January 2026.
And if you're looking for a specific genre, you can also check out our guides dedicated to musicals or to the comedy shows. This guide is regularly updated with the newest shows spotted in Paris and the Île-de-France region, as well as acts still running in January.
NOTE: This guide is updated as we uncover new findings
ARBRE: the new magical show from the Théâtre Bormann circus
Sponsored - For more than eight generations, the Bormann family has been captivating the heart of Paris with its iconic circus theatre. With their new show, ARBRE, this family of artists aims both to pay tribute to its roots and to offer a unique sensory immersion in a world where circus meets the challenges of sustainable development! [Read more]
Saint Roch Nights: An immersive sound-and-light show in the heart of a Parisian church — review
Starting October 1, 2026, Saint-Roch Church will morph into an immersive experience. Blending monumental 3D video mapping, a poetic theatrical narrative, and live music with a choir and orchestra, the piece invites you on a journey through the History of Art, in the parish of artists. [Read more]
Paris Is Magic, the musical at Gaîté Rive Gauche
Paris is Magique, a musical comedy written and directed by Sacha Judaszko and Nicolas Nebot, opens at La Gaîté Rive Gauche in Paris on June 23, 2026. [Read more]
Volte: the new show by Cirque d’Hiver Bouglione
Volte brings together flying trapeze, acrobatics, diabolo and breakdance at the Cirque d’Hiver Bouglione in Paris. A two-hour show for all the family, running until March 7, 2027. [Read more]
Singin’ in the Rain at the Lido in Paris until June 2027
Singin’ in the Rain is playing at the Théâtre du Lido in Paris from September 17, 2026, to June 27, 2027. Ashley Day, Maddie Waller and Charlie Waddell star in this production by Robert Carsen. [Read more]
The Haunted House at the Palais des Glaces: the 2026–2027 season
The Haunted House returns to the Palais des Glaces from October 3, 2026, to January 10, 2027, for ages 5 and up. The immersive musical show is performed at 2 p.m. The performance on Saturday, October 24, has been canceled. [Read more]
Les Folies Gruss: a premier equestrian show in Paris, the 2026–2027 season
Les Folies Gruss present their equestrian musical comedy and vaudeville show in Paris until March 28, 2027. The 2026–2027 season unfolds in a brand-new venue at the Carrefour des Cascades, in the Bois de Boulogne. [Read more]
The Sun King at the Dôme de Paris: back this winter — reviews and photos
Le Roi Soleil returns to the Dôme de Paris from December 19, 2026 to January 17, 2027. The musical by Dove Attia and Kamel Ouali is back on the Paris stage for the holidays. Our review and photos. [Read more]
ARBRE: the new magical show from the Théâtre Bormann circus
Sponsored - For more than eight generations, the Bormann family has been captivating the heart of Paris with its iconic circus theatre. With their new show, ARBRE, this family of artists aims both to pay tribute to its roots and to offer a unique sensory immersion in a world where circus meets the challenges of sustainable development! [Read more]
Les Misérables: the award-winning musical set to return to the Châtelet in 2026
The musical Les Misérables returns to the Théâtre du Châtelet from November 11, 2026 to January 10, 2027, after a tour. Details, dates and a review. [Read more]
The Legend of Monte Cristo: the musical is back in Paris at the Maison de la Mutualité
The Legend of Monte Cristo returns to Paris from December 26, 2026, at the Maison de la Mutualité. Gjon’s Tears stars as Edmond Dantès in this musical adaptation of Alexandre Dumas’s novel, with Francis Huster as narrator. [Read more]
The Phantom of the Opera returns to the Théâtre du Gymnase in Paris
After a first season at Théâtre Antoine, The Phantom of the Opera returns to Paris, to Théâtre du Gymnase, from October 8, 2026, in a new staging by Benoît Solès inspired by Gaston Leroux's novel. [Read more]
Disney on Ice in Paris: The Enchanted Journey at Arena Porte de la Chapelle
Disney on Ice returns to Paris with The Enchanted Journey, at Arena Porte de la Chapelle from January 6 to 17, 2027. A family-friendly ice show that brings together several Disney universes. [Read more]
Marc-Antoine Le Bret: In My Head at the Théâtre de l’Œuvre
Marc-Antoine Le Bret blends stand-up and impressions in Dans ma tête, directed by Marie-Ange Casta. The show runs at Théâtre de l’Œuvre in Paris from January 15 to March 7, 2027. [Read more]
Prince Comedy Club: comedy, cocktails and stand-up in the heart of Paris
The Prince Comedy Club combines stand-up, concerts and a festive atmosphere in a hybrid venue in the 6th arrondissement. An address to discover for evenings full of laughter and good humor. [Read more]
Sebastian Marx: his latest show at La Scala Paris
Sebastian Marx unveils his new show at La Scala Paris from January 14 to April 1, 2027: a look at the French and the labels we give ourselves. [Read more]
Marion Mezadorian: Cracking Up at the Théâtre de la Renaissance
Marion Mezadorian returns with Craquage at Théâtre de la Renaissance in Paris on January 16, 2027 at 9 p.m. A one-woman show that explores the moments when everyday tensions finally spill over. [Read more]
David Castello-Lopes: Delicious at the Théâtre Libre in Paris
David Castello-Lopes stars in Délicieux at Théâtre Libre in Paris until March 9, 2027. In this new one-man show, the comedian explores what triggers pleasure, from everyday joys to more unexpected satisfactions. [Read more]
Doclibido.fr: Alex Goude's musical at the Apollo
Formerly known as Tout va mâle?, Doclibido.fr returns to the Apollo Theatre in a new version. The musical by Alex Goude is scheduled from 4 November 2026 to 30 January 2027, with a renewed cast. [Read more]
Éric & Quentin: Dad, Not Dad at the Théâtre de Dix Heures
Éric & Quentin present Papa pas papa at Théâtre de Dix Heures in Paris, on 22 January and 26 February 2027 at 9 p.m. The duo tackles parenthood in a 75-minute comedy show, suitable for ages 12 and up. [Read more]
Alex Ramirès: the latest from Panache at the Paradis Latin
Alex Ramirès presents Panache – The Last at Paradis Latin in Paris on January 26, 2027. Two performances are announced, at 6:45 p.m. and 9:30 p.m., to revisit this show centered on self-esteem. [Read more]
GuiHome helps you unwind: three evenings at the Olympia in Paris
GuiHome presents its comedy show at the Olympia on January 18, 19 and 20, 2027 at 8 pm. The Belgian comedian maps out the milestones of reaching adulthood, with an extra date announced on January 18. [Read more]
The Sebastopol Comedy Club: stand-up comedy in a Paris hotel
The Sebastopol Comedy Club is the unusual comedy stage that awaits you in the heart of the 123 Sebastopol hotel in Paris. Every weekend, in the heart of a hotel, you'll find a stand-up stage hosted by established artists. [Read more]
Singin’ in the Rain at the Lido in Paris until June 2027
Singin’ in the Rain is playing at the Théâtre du Lido in Paris from September 17, 2026, to June 27, 2027. Ashley Day, Maddie Waller and Charlie Waddell star in this production by Robert Carsen. [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]
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]
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]
New Year’s Eve 2027: dinner, magic, and an evening at the Double Fond
On New Year’s Eve 2026, Paris’ Le Double Fond is staging a costume soirée featuring dinner, table magic, games and a participatory show, from 7:30 p.m. to 3 a.m. [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]
Lilly, the musical is back at the Théâtre de la Tour Eiffel
Lilly, the musical returns to the Théâtre de la Tour Eiffel from November 14, 2026 to January 2, 2027. Lou Deleuze and Jenna Otmani share the role of Lilly in this family-friendly musical directed by Mau. [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]
Vegas: Eva Jean's vocal show staged by Alex Goude
Vegas, Eva Jean's vocal show, lands at the Apollo Theatre in Paris from October 2, 2026 to January 31, 2027. David Jean is directed by Alex Goude, weaving together song, humor, pop, jazz and disco. [Read more]
Singin’ in the Rain at the Lido in Paris until June 2027
Singin’ in the Rain is playing at the Théâtre du Lido in Paris from September 17, 2026, to June 27, 2027. Ashley Day, Maddie Waller and Charlie Waddell star in this production by Robert Carsen. [Read more]
Suresnes Cités Danse 2027: The program for the 35th edition
Suresnes Cités Danse returns to the Théâtre Jean Vilar from January 8 to February 4, 2027. For its 35th edition, the festival brings together Leïla Ka, Sofiane Chalal, Marina Gomes and Mourad Merzouki, among others. [Read more]
ARBRE: the new magical show from the Théâtre Bormann circus
Sponsored - For more than eight generations, the Bormann family has been captivating the heart of Paris with its iconic circus theatre. With their new show, ARBRE, this family of artists aims both to pay tribute to its roots and to offer a unique sensory immersion in a world where circus meets the challenges of sustainable development! [Read more]
Dance Highlights: the Junior Ballet at the Palais Garnier in 2027
The Paris Opera Ballet's Junior Company presents Éclats de danse at the Palais Garnier from January 9 to 28, 2027, featuring five works, both classical and contemporary. [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]
Espace Paris Plaine : theatre, dance and children's musicals in the 15th arrondissement
L’Espace Paris Plaine presents eleven family-friendly shows from October 7, 2026 to April 25, 2027, spanning theatre, musicals, dance and puppetry. [Read more]
New Year’s Eve 2027: dinner, magic, and an evening at the Double Fond
On New Year’s Eve 2026, Paris’ Le Double Fond is staging a costume soirée featuring dinner, table magic, games and a participatory show, from 7:30 p.m. to 3 a.m. [Read more]
Léo Brière: The Secret at Gaîté-Montparnasse in Paris
Léo Brière presents Le Secret at the Gaîté-Montparnasse from October 8, 2026. After Existences, the mentalist dedicates this new show to coincidences and fate. [Read more]
Les Folies Gruss: a premier equestrian show in Paris, the 2026–2027 season
Les Folies Gruss present their equestrian musical comedy and vaudeville show in Paris until March 28, 2027. The 2026–2027 season unfolds in a brand-new venue at the Carrefour des Cascades, in the Bois de Boulogne. [Read more]
ARBRE: the new magical show from the Théâtre Bormann circus
Sponsored - For more than eight generations, the Bormann family has been captivating the heart of Paris with its iconic circus theatre. With their new show, ARBRE, this family of artists aims both to pay tribute to its roots and to offer a unique sensory immersion in a world where circus meets the challenges of sustainable development! [Read more]
Odyssey: The Stars of the Beijing Circus at Cirque Phénix
The Stars of the Beijing Circus present Odyssey at Cirque Phénix in Paris from 28 November 2026 to 10 January 2027. A family-friendly show featuring 40 acrobats, especially recommended during the Christmas holidays. [Read more]
Sans Regrets?: Circus and Live Music at La Scala Paris
The Rat Pack company presents Sans Regrets ? at La Scala Paris from 20 November 2026 to 17 January 2027. Acrobatics, video projections, and live music by Supa Jay define this wordless show. [Read more]
Heredis at the Casino de Paris in 2027: the Les 7 Fingers show set in the Assassin’s Creed universe
The 7 Fingers troupe is back in the capital with a new live show. Catch them at the Casino de Paris from January 21 to February 7, 2027 to experience "Heredis," inspired by the world of the acclaimed video game Assassin’s Creed. [Read more]
The Dilemma of Choice at the Gaîté Montparnasse in 2026
L’Embarras du choix, interactive comedy by Sébastien Azzopardi and Sacha Danino, is on at the Gaîté Montparnasse in Paris in 2026. The audience decides the rest of the story. [Read more]
Du charbon dans les veines at the Théâtre Saint-Georges in Paris
Jean-Philippe Daguerre’s play Du charbon dans les veines, winner of five Molière Awards in 2025, is running at the Théâtre Saint-Georges in Paris until January 3, 2027. [Read more]
Chapters of the Fall: The Lehman Brothers on Stage at Citéco
The company La fidèle idée presents Chapitres de la chute at Citéco on December 3, 2026, and January 7, 2027, at 7 p.m. Two parts about the Lehman empire, each of which can be seen separately; the November 5 performance is sold out. [Read more]
Big Mother extended at Les Béliers Parisiens through January 2027
Big Mother, Mélody Mourey’s political journalism thriller, has been extended at the Théâtre des Béliers Parisiens in Paris through January 3, 2027. [Read more]
2:22 A Ghost Story: Louane and Guillaume Labbé in a thriller at the Théâtre Fontaine in Paris — our review
2:22 A Ghost Story brings its haunted locked-room drama to Théâtre Fontaine with Louane Emera, Guillaume Labbé, Constance Dollé and Valentin de Carbonnières. A supernatural thriller to discover in Paris from September 15, 2026. [Read more]
Vertige, Manhattan Transfert: immersive theater at Chaillot in January 2027
From January 13 to 16, 2027, Léonard Matton and the Emersiøn company present Vertige, Manhattan Transfert at Chaillot, in Paris’s 16th arrondissement. An immersive theater experience in which the audience moves freely among the characters created by John Dos Passos, in early 20th-century New York. [Read more]
The Taste of Raspberry at Théâtre des Béliers, Paris
Le Goût de la framboise, a play by Raphaële Volkoff directed by Martin Darondeau, runs at the Théâtre des Béliers Parisiens from August 29, 2026, to January 3, 2027. [Read more]
Menopause: Alex Goude’s musical at the Apollo
Menopause, Alex Goude’s musical, extends its run at the Apollo Theatre through June 30, 2027. Four women gathered in a department store navigate this life stage with song, dance and humor. [Read more]
The Second Surprise of Love: Marivaux on Stage in Paris
La Seconde Surprise de l’amour, directed by Ronan Rivière, arrives at the Ranelagh for five performances from October 25 to December 30, 2026, then at the Épée de Bois from January 14 to 31, 2027. [Read more]
That’s love: a return to the Bouffes-Parisiens in 2027 with Josiane Balasko and Marilou Berry - review
Already met with standing ovations in 2026, Josiane Balasko and Marilou Berry return from January 9, 2027 at the Théâtre des Bouffes-Parisiens with Ça, c’est l’amour, a play as intimate as it is piercing. Read our review. [Read more]
Amadeus at the Théâtre Marigny: Mozart and Salieri Go Head-to-Head on Stage
Amadeus by Peter Shaffer returns to the Théâtre Marigny from October 7, 2026. Olivier Solivérès directs Jérôme Kircher and Thomas Solivérès in the face-off between Salieri and Mozart. [Read more]
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Dates and Opening Time
From January 1, 2027 to January 31, 2027
