A city is beautiful at night, and this is all the more true when it comes to Paris. When evening comes, the capital wears its nickname of City of Light better than ever, and residents and tourists alike can't remain unmoved by this beautiful nocturnal landscape. Paris by night is all the more pleasant in summer, when the evening temperatures are mild, bringing a little coolness, especially during the heatwave.
And that's just as well, because during the summer season, Paris and the surrounding region offer a wide range of night-time events! Between sound and light shows, fireworks displays, open-air cinemas, festive cruises and other unusual concepts, night owls have plenty to enjoy! So, would you like to experience a summer's night dream the Parisian way? Here's everything you need to become a real night owl!
Like a lighthouse in the middle of the night, this page is here to guide you to the best concepts to discover in Paris by night this summer. And don't forget to stay tuned: this guide will be updated as we make announcements and discoveries!
Where to dance in Paris this weekend? The parties from July 30 to August 1, 2026.
Clubs, rooftops, DJ sets, or outdoor parties: here’s where to party in Paris and Île-de-France from Thursday, July 30 to Saturday, August 1, 2026. [Read more]
Outdoor cinema festivals in Paris: our Spring–Summer 2026 selection
Discover the outdoor film festivals in Paris and Île-de-France this spring and summer 2026: free or budget-friendly screenings, star-lit sessions, and cinephile gatherings you won’t want to miss. [Read more]
Guinguettes in Paris and Île-de-France in 2026, our best spots for an apéro
When the sun makes its return, temporary riverside bars bloom across Paris and Île-de-France, inviting locals to unwind without leaving the area. Between lounging in deckchairs, outdoor happy hours, and lakeside concerts, they deliver a holiday vibe right in the heart of the region! [Read more]
La Clairière in Paris: tables, DJ sets, and open-air soirées in the Bois de Boulogne
Sponsored - La Clairière returns to the Bois de Boulogne until September 26, 2026, bringing open-air nights, electro DJ sets, food trucks, a chill-out zone, and reservable tables. Based at the Domaine de Longchamp, this Parisian outdoor club welcomes guests on Friday and Saturday evenings, with several headline events throughout the summer. [Read more]
Unique Paris Tour by Open-Top Bus with Big Bus – SPECIAL DISCOUNT CODE
Sponsored - Panoramic views of Paris, flexibility, multilingual audio guides—discover an unusual tour of Paris on a double-decker bus with Big Bus, with a 15% discount on certain dates. [Read more]
La Tropézienne du Trocadéro : the festive Thursday guinguette in Paris
Sponsored - La Tropézienne du Trocadéro is back in Paris every Thursday night, serving up a chic, festive guinguette with a view of the Eiffel Tower. [Read more]
Disco nights at Chalet du Lac, where you can dance!
Sponsored - Craving an unforgettable Saturday night in Paris? Chalet du Lac, the iconic venue tucked in the heart of the Bois de Vincennes, serves up a festive Saturday night that kicks off with a relaxed dinner and carries on until dawn, with the sunrise. This Easter Sunday, Chalet du Lac is staging an Easter egg hunt and a brunch—reserve your table now! [Read more]
La Villette Open-Air Cinema 2026: The full, free lineup announced
La Villette's open-air cinema returns from July 22 to August 16, 2026, on the Prairie du Triangle, offering two free screenings per day at 6:00 PM and 9:00 PM. For its 35th edition, the festival spotlights the theme "The Call of the Forest." Discover the full, free lineup! [Read more]
Free evening opening at the Bourse de Commerce: reserve now for Saturday, August 1, 2026.
Want to visit the collections at the Bourse de Commerce? Take advantage of the free after-hours opening, held on the first Saturday of every month, to discover this must-see art venue in Paris. Next date to mark in your calendar: Saturday, August 1, 2026. [Read more]
A festive pool party is coming to Keller Pool, featuring a giant aqua gym and a DJ set.
La Piscine Keller in Paris’s 15th arrondissement is hosting a pool party on Friday, August 21, 2026, featuring a DJ set, a giant aqua gym, and access to the jacuzzi for a night designed to cap off the summer in style. [Read more]
Les Planches in Paris: a club and Mexican nights near the Champs-Élysées
Sponsored - Les Planches, a club in the 8th arrondissement near the Champs-Élysées, opens every Saturday for dancing until 5 a.m., with the Mexican residency Puebla. [Read more]
Candlelit evenings at the Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte in 2026: a magical stroll with a drone show
Candlelit evenings at the Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte promise a magical moment to share with loved ones. The program includes a nighttime tour by the glow of 2,000 candles, water games, a romantic stroll through the gardens set to Baroque music, and even fireworks if conditions permit! An exceptional experience running from May 16 to September 26, 2026. [Read more]
The Nighttime Fountain Shows 2026 at the Palace of Versailles: Illuminated Fountains and Fireworks!
The Nighttime Fountain Shows will be back in 2026. This enchanting evening walk through the gardens of the Palace of Versailles offers the chance to admire illuminated fountains beautifully lit up, all set to a stunning fireworks display. The shows will take place on Saturday evenings from June 6th to September 19th, 2026. [Read more]
Le Kilomètre25 is back for a new season
Sponsored - Kilomètre25 is open: the open-air season is kicking off under the beltway! Paris’s must-visit outdoor club is open all summer to dance the night away beneath the Parisian ring road. [Read more]
This farm in the Yvelines region offers rustic evenings with barbecues, concerts and games.
From July through September 2026, the Gally Farm in Saint-Cyr-l'École unveils a vibrant lineup, with the return of its countryside evenings for families and friends to gather around a wood-fired barbecue and a selection of board games. [Read more]
DJ sets, outdoor live shows and exhibitions: the electro highlight of summer 2026 at the Palais de Tokyo
This summer, Tokyo Waves turns the Palais de Tokyo from museum into dancefloor, with five afternoon sessions of live performances and DJ sets curated by Jen Cardini, running July 12 to August 29, 2026, with exhibition admission included. [Read more]
Silent Zoo 2026: two quirky dance nights at Paris Zoological Park this summer
Silent Zoo evenings are returning to Parc Zoologique de Paris this summer 2026! These quirky late-night events invite you to dance among the animals until 1 a.m., with a headset strapped to your ears to avoid disturbing them, of course. [Read more]
Outdoor cinema at the Château d'Écouen: the National Museum of the Renaissance unveils its 2026 program
Each summer, the Château d'Écouen — National Museum of the Renaissance offers warm, family-friendly evenings focused on cinema, with its outdoor screenings. Discover the free films shown on August 21 and 22, 2026. [Read more]
Mobby: the immersive club-apartment in Paris's 8th arrondissement
Sponsored - Mobby, a club-apartment in Paris’s 8th arrondissement, draws night owls from Thursday to Saturday with an immersive setting, open until 6am. [Read more]
Paris parks and gardens open 24 hours a day: the list of green spaces open all night long
Did you know? In Paris, over a hundred parks and gardens are open 24 hours a day! So you can visit them at any time of day or night, and take your time, especially on sunny days, to enjoy the mild weather during a stroll under the stars! [Read more]
Additional parks and gardens to stay open until midnight for Summer 2026 in Paris
Need to cool off to cope with the heat in the capital? In addition to the 140 parks already open 24/7, the City of Paris is opening 14 more until midnight, from July 4 to September 6, 2026. True islands of refreshment for Paris’s nocturnal residents. [Read more]
The riverside guinguette at La Pointe Sauvage on the banks of the Marne in Seine-et-Marne has opened its doors.
La guinguette of La Pointe Sauvage lands on the banks of the Marne in Vaires-sur-Marne, Seine-et-Marne, for a summer season that looks set to be convivial. Concerts, grilled fare, crepes and good spirits are on the menu from May 6 to September 2026 (and maybe beyond if the vibes—and the weather—cooperate). [Read more]
L'aQuarium: the unusual club in the Paris aquarium - next evenings!
The aQuarium is no ordinary club. The stage faces an aquarium with 5,000 goldfish! This Saturday, April 20, join Melo for a mermaid show! [Read more]
Wednesday bachata and Colombian salsa nights at the Comptoir Général.
Sponsored - After the success of the Cuban salsa evening "El Solar" on Tuesdays, catch "La Dominicaine" and "Caliventura"—the new Wednesday lineups at the Comptoir Général. [Read more]
