The music programme in Paris for the start of the new season is simply exceptional. With such an impressive line-up of concerts, it's hard to choose! Whether you're a fan of classical music, jazz or rock, this season's selection has something for every music lover.
Whatever the venue, there's something for everyone! The Accor Arena is pulling out all the stops this autumn with a line-up of headliners: OneRepublic on 7 October and Parcels on 8 October, followed by Matmatah on 11 October 2025.
On 13 October 2025, Benson Boone will take over, followed by Julien Doré for two dates on 14 and 15 November 2025. Next up are two pop icons: Katy Perry will electrify the stage on 24 October, 4 and 5 November 2025, just before Lady Gaga makes a grand comeback with four concerts in the same venue (17, 18, 20, 22 November 2025) as part of her The Mayhem Ball tour.
In December 2025, the tempo will remain high with Pierre Garnier on 9 December and Soprano for four consecutive evenings from 11 to 14 December 2025. Finally, Dinos will close the year with two concerts on 21 and 22 December 2025.
The atmosphere promises to be electric at the Zénith with a very rock-oriented start to the new season. Saxon will kick things off on 11 September 2025, Disturbed and Megadeth will take to the stage on 12 October 2025, and Marilyn Manson is expected on 11 November 2025 for a powerful show. This is also where Erykah Badu will perform on 29 October 2025, Patrick Watson on 4 November 2025 and Lorde on 10 November 2025, while Santa will take to the stage on 17 December 2025.
The Olympia, one of Paris' most legendary venues, is filling up with powerful voices and unique artists. Zaho de Sagazan will give 10 concerts from 3 to 16 September 2025, followed by Lord Huron on 13 September 2025. In October, punk priestess Patti Smith will take to the stage for two dates (20-21). On 22 November, it's time for metal with Rise of the Northstar, followed by Black Rebel Motorcycle Club on 9 December 2025.
At Paris La Défense Arena, THE venue for big shows, an incredible line-up is in store! K-pop superstar G-Dragon is expected there on 20 September 2025. The classic 90s rock band The Offspring will take to the stage on 8 November 2025, followed by Hans Zimmer and his orchestra on 21 November 2025. On the rap side, Booba will perform on 10, 11 and 12 October, Vald on 29 November 2025, Hamza on 5 December 2025, and Gims on 19 and 20 December 2025. To mark the release of their album Rock Machine, La Femme has announced a memorable rock show at the Accor Arena on 26 November 2025.
Fans of US rap won't want to miss Drake's performance at the Accor Arena on 7 and 8 September. In a different vein, M. Pokora kicks off his Adrénaline tour at the Accor Arena with a memorable show featuring all his greatest hits.
From rap to French chanson and pop orchestra, La Seine Musicale is pulling out all the stops: MC Solaar on 4 October 2025, King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard in symphonic version on 5 November 2025, Véronique Sanson from 12 to 14 December 2025 and -M- with Lamomali on 16 and 17 December 2025.
The 2025 season celebrates the career anniversaries of artists and legends of French music! Alizée will celebrate her 25-year career at the Olympia on 7 September 2025, Mireille Mathieu will celebrate her 60-year career from 24 to 26 October 2025. Jean-Louis Aubert will celebrate 50 years on stage at Paris La Défense Arena on 13 December 2025, while Lorie will be celebrating her 20-year career with three concerts at the Trianon (28-30 November 2025). Nostalgia guaranteed!
In December, catch Lara Fabian on the 7th at the Accor Arena, Louane on the 10th at the Zénith and Vendredi sur Mer at La Cigale on 2 December 2025.
Funk pop is still going strong with the comeback of Jamiroquai on 27 November 2025 at the Accor Arena. Superbus, the cult French band, has announced a special date at the Zénith de Paris on 16 October 2025.
And finally, two musical giants not to be missed this season: the legendary Sting on 9 October 2025 at the Accor Arena and Bob Dylan at the Palais des Congrès on 30 and 31 October 2025.
Did you think that the festival season was over once autumn arrived? Think again!
The big event in September is La Fête de l'Humanité, which this year will take place on 12, 13 and 14 September 2025 at La Base 217 in Plessy-Pâté (91). The line-up includes artists such as Youssoupha, Aliocha Schneider, Eddy de Pretto, Fianso, Hoshi and Maître Gims.
And to kick off September in style (and with music!), we'll be getting our fill of Jazz à la Villette from 28 August to 7 September 2025. This year, The Headhunters, Anne Paceo, Shabaka, Jalen Ngonda, Sona Jobarteh, Salif Keïta and Jordan Rakei will be performing at this legendary festival.
Are you more into metal? Head to Essonne, to the Parc de Villeroy, for the Mennecy Metal Fest on Friday 5, Saturday 6 and Sunday 7 September 2025.
Good news for fans of electronic music: Brunch Electronik is back on Saturday 4 and Sunday 5 October 2025 at the Hippodrome Paris-Vincennes!
Don't hesitate to venture out of the city, it's well worth it! The Saint-Germain en Live festival will take place from Thursday 25 to Sunday 28 September 2025, offering an eclectic line-up and a memorable atmosphere. Want more? Head east to the Festival de Marne, which offers concerts for three weeks from Friday 26 September to Saturday 18 October 2025. Kassav', Yoa, Birds on a Wire, Keziah Jones, La Grande Sophie, Clou and Malik Djoudi: we're in!
Finally, the Pitchfork Music Festival is back in 13 venues across Paris (including La Gaîté-Lyrique, la Place, le Trabendo, le Hasard Ludique and Saint-Eustache Church...) in autumn, from 3 to 9 November 2025, for a week of musical and artistic exploration.
La Maison des Métallos is also offering a rich and engaging programme starting in September 2025, with a series of residencies, performances and meetings on major contemporary issues.
