Free 1980s party in the heart of Paris with a live concert and a costume twist! Registration opens.

Want to dust off your brightest neon looks from the back of the closet? The 17th arrondissement of Paris invites you to gathering on Friday, May 29, 2026 for a free outdoor boom, Place Richard Baret, right in front of the Mairie du 17e. The night’s lineup includes timeless tunes, an outdoor dance floor, activities for kids, and a proper nudge to bring back shoulder pads, sequins, and high-waisted jeans.

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The evening kicks off at 6:30 PM in the town hall courtyard, with activities designed for kids: an inflatable castle and an inflatable turbine to keep the little ones entertained while the grown-ups get ready to take over the dance floor. At 7:30 PM, Place Richard Baret hands the baton to the neighborhood’s big party.

The evening kicks off with a concert and dancers presented by the students of Efrei Paris, the engineering school specializing in digital technologies based in Villejuif. A choice that injects a youthful, dynamic vibe into the event. Next up, DJ Van' Dodux grabs the turntables and guides the crowd through to midnight, delivering a set firmly rooted in the era of synths and drum machines. Surprises are also announced throughout the night to keep a little suspense in the air.

Do you have to show up in costume to the 17th arrondissement's Boom?

No obligation, but clearly it’s better. The organizers are urging guests to join in: sequins, neon hues, shoulder pads, high-waisted jeans, all the hallmarks of the 80s are welcome. For those still on the fence, this is the kind of night where your outfit can be the line between watching and taking part. And frankly, it’s a lot more fun to participate.

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Richard Baret Square sits just a short stroll from Brochant metro station (line 13) or Rome (line 2), making access easy from across Paris. The neighborhood, after all, has changed a lot since the 1980s, but this kind of outdoor event proves that Paris’s districts still know how to bring residents together.

How to register for the Boom in the 17th arrondissement?

The event is completely free, but registration is required. To reserve your place, simply head to the online ticketing on Weezevent. As spots are limited for this kind of outdoor evening, it’s best not to wait too long.

This 17th arrondissement Boom party is a great initiative to bring together locals, families and neighbors for a festive, approachable evening. Not everyone lived through the 80s, but everyone knows at least one song from that era that you can’t help humming. That’s exactly the vibe of the night: popular, inclusive, and above all, carefree.

Alcohol abuse is dangerous for your health, please drink responsibly.