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
Les Misérables: the award-winning musical set to return to the Châtelet in 2026
The hit musical Les Misérables is making a return to the Théâtre du Châtelet from November 12, 2026, to January 10, 2027, following a successful tour. Details, show dates, and our review inside. [Read more]
Mask Singer: when the TV show becomes a musical show
TV phenomenon Mask Singer comes to life on stage with a colorful, mystery-filled musical version. The show, scheduled for October 17 & 18, 2025 and January 23 & 24, 2027 at Les Folies Bergère, will feature a family-friendly show combining vocal performances, choreography and live revelations. [Read more]
Shrek The Musical: the quirky family musical at the Folies Bergères from October 2026.
Shrek finally swaps his swamp... for the Folies Bergère in Paris! To mark his 25th anniversary, cinema's most iconic ogre arrives with Shrek The Musical, from October 2, 2026, or January 17, 2027. Accompanied by Fiona, the talkative donkey, and all the heroes from the DreamWorks film, he takes the audience on an adventure full of pop rock, soul, and funky music and offbeat humor. Tickets are now on sale! [Read more]
A Second Before Christmas: A Musical Comedy at the Folies Bergère in December 2026
A Second Before Christmas – The Musical, based on Romain Sardou's novel, will be running at the Folies Bergère from December 11, 2026, to January 17, 2027. [Read more]
Muriel Robin unveils her new show, "Infiniment Robin," at the Théâtre Marigny in Paris in 2027.
Muriel Robin announces her big return to the stage with a brand-new show, simply titled "Infiniment Robin." Catch the comedian on the Théâtre Marigny stage in Paris from January 6 to February 7, 2027. [Read more]
Random Comedy Club: stand-up comedy show Sunday evenings at the Chouchou hotel in Paris
Every Sunday evening, the Chouchou hotel invites you to its table for its traditional rendez-vous: the Random Comedy Club comedy show. In the guinguette, among the aperitif boards and cocktails, the new seeds of comedy and stars of laughter take turns on stage for a lively stand-up show, 100% made in France! [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]
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]
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]
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]
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]
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]
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]
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]
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 next time you bite the dust, with Vassili Schneider, returns to Paris in December 2026.
Portée par son succès public, "La prochaine fois tu mordras la poussière" prolonge son aventure sur scène avec un retour très attendu à Paris. Adaptée du roman de Panayotis Pascot par Paul Pascot, la pièce sera présentée au Trianon du 19 December 2026 to 2 January 2027, with Vassili Schneider, crowned at the Molières 2025. [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]
Fred Radix's La Claque at La Gaîté Montparnasse: the history of theater claque
Fred Radix brings to his show, La Claque, an interactive piece in which he chooses to revisit the history of the claque (applause) in the theater. A production on the Gaîté Montparnasse bill, running from 21 September 2025 to 23 May 2027. [Read more]
Call Me Walt: Intimate Portrait of Disney’s Founder Extended at the Apollo Theatre
Discover Walt Disney like you've never seen him in the play "Call Me Walt," written and directed by Julien Baptist at the Apollo Théâtre in Paris. Delve into the intimate portrait of the man behind the legend: the son, the brother, the husband and the father—far more than the creator of an empire—on stage from October 15, 2025, with performances extended until April 22, 2027. [Read more]
Lapland: A Comedy by Matthieu Delaporte and Alexandre de La Patellière at the Théâtre de la Renaissance
Laponie, a comedy by Matthieu Delaporte and Alexandre de La Patellière, will be staged at the Théâtre de la Renaissance from September 18, 2026, to January 10, 2027. [Read more]
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Dates and Opening Time
From January 1, 2027 to January 31, 2027
