AURA INVALIDES, the must-see sound and light show in Paris

Do you like immersive experiences ? Then you're going to love AURA INVALIDES, a fabulous show that reveals the full splendor of the Dôme des Invalides at nightfall.

This immersive experience combines lighting effects, video mapping and original orchestral music. It aims to illuminate the Dôme des Invalides and help us (re)discover the magnificence of this jewel of Parisian heritage. "This extraordinary immersive show will enable us to discover or rediscover the majestic and grandiose heritage of the Dôme des Invalides, by sublimating its architectural qualities and its history," explains Ariane James-Sarazin, General Curator and Deputy Director of the Musée de l'Armée.

This original creation begins at dusk, and lasts 50 minutes. Please note that reservations are required to attend the show. It's a veritable journey through time that takes place above our heads: the show recounts the construction of the dome in the time of Louis XIV. Then we discover the memories preserved beneath the monument, and the elevation of the site. The show is projected 360° over the entire dome, for total immersion.

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Expect a spectacular show. Lights, lasers and sound take us on a fabulous journey. The architecture of the site, its illustrious occupants, their history and that of France are highlighted in turn. We finish in an exceptional explosion of color, leaving us in awe, with stars in our eyes.

Every week, Parisians of all ages can enjoy this son et lumière show. And as good news never comes alone, Aura will be waiting for you every evening for... ten years. And that's just the beginning!

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So don't hesitate: bring your friends, family, neighbors and colleagues, and enjoy this magnificent experience in the heart of Les Invalides!

Organizer's note

Immerse yourself in the magic of the Christmas holidays in Paris with AURA INVALIDES, the immersive sound and light show that transforms the Dôme des Invalides into a spectacular theater of light every evening. A true jewel of Parisian heritage, this nighttime event combines monumental video mapping, captivating orchestral music, and grandiose digital scenography for a unique sensory experience in the heart of the capital.

Ideal for an unusual family outing or a romantic moment in Paris during the winter holidays, AURA INVALIDES is one of the immersive events not to be missed during the 2025 Christmas holidays.

Combining innovative technology, visual art, and historical emotion, let yourself be transported by this unique show in the heart of one of Paris's most majestic monuments.

Please note that it's been over 4 years since our last visit, so the place and experience may have changed.