Which comedy shows to see in Paris in May 2026? Between holidays and long weekends, May is the perfect time to plan a night out centered on laughter, from stand-up and one-man shows to humor lineups and more established comedic performances.
In Paris and the Île-de-France region, live comedy keeps reinventing itself in all sorts of formats, from stand-up and comedy clubs to more offbeat showcases. If you’re after other kinds of outings, you can check out our guides dedicated to drag shows or to dance.
This page focuses exclusively on comedy shows, helping you quickly spot the latest stand-up gigs on offer. A smart way to decide what to see in Paris in May 2026.
NOTE: This guide is updated as new details come to light
Kidology: Comedy Club, Cocktail Bar and Bistronomic Restaurant — Promo Code
Sponsored - Kidology is a Comedy Club, a bistronomic restaurant and a cocktail bar all under one roof! Welcome to this iconic venue in the Saint-Germain-des-Prés district, in the heart of Paris, where people come for the laughs as much as for a drink or a proper dinner. Enjoy 10% off with the promo code: SORTIRAPARIS [Read more]
How to become a Parisian in one hour? : Olivier Giraud's show at the Théâtre des Nouveautés
How to become a Parisian in one hour? Olivier Giraud explains it all with offbeat humor at the Théâtre des Nouveautés. This funny show, 100% in English, is ideal for tourists discovering Paris as well as for Parisians ready for self-deprecation! [Read more]
Alexis Tramoni: His Stand-Up Performance at the Petit Palais des Glaces
Alexis Tramoni is performing his show Le Meilleur et le Pire at the Petit Palais des Glaces in Paris every Friday and Saturday at 9:30 PM, with performances scheduled through June 27, 2026. [Read more]
David Castello-Lopes: "Delicious," a new show at the Européean Theater
David Castello-Lopes is bringing his new solo show, Délicieux, to the Européan Theatre in Paris from March 13 to June 9, 2026. A one-man performance exploring the theme of pleasure. [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]
There’s joy in the air! : Michaël Hirsch’s solo show extended at the Œuvre
The one-man show Y'a de la joie! by Michaël Hirsch, directed by Mikaël Chirinian, has been extended at the Théâtre de l’Œuvre in Paris until June 25, 2026. [Read more]
Impro ! A unique interactive show at the Théâtre de Nesle
Every Saturday evening, three actors and a musician improvise new scenes based on suggestions from the audience. An interactive family comedy show at the Théâtre de Nesle. [Read more]
Mission Florimont at Théâtre Rive Gauche: the burlesque adventure comedy
The adventure comedy Mission Florimont will be at the Théâtre Rive Gauche in Paris from June 7 to June 28, 2026, for a series of fast-paced performances featuring a colorful cast of characters. [Read more]
Waly Dia's Comedy Show: The Stand-Up Event at the Communale in Saint-Ouen
Come have a good time and discover the next stars of French stand-up at Waly Dia’s Comedy Night. The comedian invites you to join him once a month on a Wednesday at Communale Saint-Ouen. Here are the upcoming dates. [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]
Titoff at the Olympia: a return to the stage expected in 2026
Comedian Titoff will be back on stage at Olympia on May 5, 2026 at 8pm for a one-off show, with tickets available from 35 to 65 euros. Tickets officially open on Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 12 noon! [Read more]
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Dates and Opening Time
From May 1, 2026 to May 31, 2026
