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Paris has an all-year-round busy festival scene. Music, theatre, cinema, dance, street arts ... There’s something for all tastes and all ages. Attracting tourists and Parisians, each event is the opportunity to get together for a fun time with family or friends.
When the warm weather arrives, these major events also take place outdoors, allowing festival-goers to enjoy these unmissable events in the open air. Here is a selection of events not to be missed, to discover the festive and cultural side of Paris in summer!
A must-see Parisian festival, We Love Green offers an eclectic and international music line-up, spaces for reflection on environmental issues, and food trucks run by some of today's best chefs.
From 5 to 7 June 2026
Bois de Vincennes, Paris 12th
Head to Torcy beach for the 13th edition of the Marvellous Island independent electronic music festival: over 100 artists will perform on five stages during two days of outdoor festivities.
23 and 24 May 2026
Île de loisirs de Torcy – Route de Lagny, 77200 Torcy
Organised by the Solidarité Sida association since 1999, Solidays attracted thousands of people last year to the lawns of the ParisLongchamp racecourse with its enticing musical line-up, as well as conferences, information stands and food trucks to delight festival-goers.
From 26 to 28 June 2026
ParisLongchamp racecourse - 2 route des Tribunes, Paris 16th
A newcomer to the capital's major summer festivals, Yardland is dedicated to new popular cultures. The programme focuses on rap, but that's not all: lifestyle, fashion, art, associations, sport and food are also on the agenda.
From 3 to 5 July 2026
Vincennes Hippodrome de Paris, 2 route de la Ferme, Paris 12th
Around thirty artists will take to the festival's four stages and various spaces across this 42,000 m² open-air venue, from the biggest names in electro to emerging artists.
10 and 11 July 2026
Vincennes Hippodrome de Paris - 2 route de la Ferme, Paris 12th
Every year, Rock en Seine welcomes renowned international bands and some of the most talented emerging artists. For five days, more than 100,000 spectators attend their performances at the Domaine National de Saint-Cloud in a festive atmosphere that is always different. The Mini Rock, a fun area away from the crowds, is dedicated to younger children (aged 6 to 11) and welcomes festival-goers' children free of charge (upon registration) with entertainment throughout the festival.
From 26 to 30 August 2026
Domaine national de Saint-Cloud -1 avenue de la Grille d’Honneur, 92210 Saint-Cloud
Head to the Espace des 2 Rivières in La Ferté-sous-Jouarre for the 15th edition of the Festival des 2 Rivières. A line-up featuring pop-rock and eclectic music across 15 concerts, including performances by Gaël Faye, Superbus, Claudio Capéo and Fatoumata Diawara.
From 12 to 14 june 2026
Chemin des 2 rivières, Espace des 2 rivières, 77260 La Ferté-sous-Jouarre
Head to the Philharmonie de Paris for the 16th edition of the Days Off festival. An eclectic line-up spanning pop, folk, electro and contemporary works, featuring Babyshambles, Tamino, Alela Diane, Yerai Cortés, Smerz and a Raï Night curated by Sofiane Saidi and his guests.
From 27 june to 5 july 2026
221 avenue Jean-Jaurès, 75019 Paris
The Chopin Festival celebrates Polish composer Frédéric Chopin and his works in the elegant setting of the Orangerie in Bagatelle Park. The programme includes candlelit concerts, recitals, an ‘Open Door Piano’ concert where young pianists play Chopin, and a closing concert on 14 July featuring Chopin, Fauré, Ravel and Liszt.
From 21 June to 14 July 2026
Parc de Bagatelle - Jardin botanique de Paris, Bois de Boulogne - Route de Sèvres à Neuilly, Paris 16th
The Parc Floral de Paris is hosting eight free classical music concerts on weekends during the Paris summer. The repertoire will delight seasoned music lovers and novices looking to discover new sounds. There is an admission fee for the park.
From 27 June to 5 September 2026
Parc Floral de Paris - Jardin botanique de Paris, Esplanade du château de Vincennes, Paris 12th
Jazz lovers gather in the beautiful setting of the Parc Floral de Paris during the summer for the Paris Jazz Festival, where artists from around the world rub shoulders with new names on the French scene for eight concerts that are completely free. Admission to the park is charged.
From 28 June to 6 September 2026
Parc Floral de Paris - Jardin botanique de Paris, Esplanade du château de Vincennes, Paris 12th
More info about the Paris Jazz Festival
A new edition of the Coulée Douce street arts festival is taking place on the Coulée Verte, above the Jardin de Reuilly. An eclectic programme of theatrical performances, a cappella soul, pop and funk singers, a polyphonic wardrobe and cosmic clowns will transport audiences to a joyful and festive imaginary world.
13 and 14 June 2026
Jardin de Reuilly - 15 rue Albinoni, Paris 12th
The Shakespeare Garden Open-Air Theatre, in the heart of the Bois de Boulogne, hosts a summer programme dedicated to theatre, music, readings and many other festive shows and events.
From 30 May to 27 September 2026
Théâtre de Verdure du Jardin Shakespeare - Route de la Reine Marguerite - Bois de Boulogne, Paris 16th
Every summer, Les Pestacles welcomes families to the Parc Floral de Paris with a programme of musical shows and concerts for children aged 4 and over. Admission to the park is subject to a charge.
From 24 June to 2 September 2026
Parc Floral de Paris - Jardin botanique de Paris, Esplanade du château de Vincennes, Paris 12th
A rich and varied programme takes over Hasard Ludique for the Festival Fabrique. Created by the residents of this former inner-city railway station, the programme includes sports competitions, yoga, dance, food tastings, DJ sets, storytelling, stand-up comedy and even body painting for three days of festivities.
June 2026
Hasard Ludique - 128 avenue de Saint-Ouen, Paris 18th
Every summer, the banks of the Bassin de la Villette, the Canal de l'Ourcq and the Canal de Saint-Denis are alive with festivities! With dances, concerts, water sports, film screenings, pop-up bars and even cruises on the water, the Canal Summer Festival is an opportunity to enjoy unusual summer experiences from Paris to Pantin, via Bobigny, Saint-Denis and L'Île-Saint-Denis.
From 27 June to 9 August 2026
Bassin de la Villette and Canal de l'Ourcq - Quai de Seine, Paris 19th
Canal de Saint-Denis - Quai de la Gironde, Paris 19th
Every year, the Paris l'été festival takes over Greater Paris and offers free (or almost free) dance, theatre and circus performances, concerts, exhibitions, performances and street theatre in parks, monuments and squares.
From 11 July to 4 August 2026
The Fête de l'Humanité celebrates togetherness, freedom and solidarity. For three days, concerts for all ages, exhibitions, shows, debates and stands run by associations from all over the world come together for a great moment of sharing.
From 11 to 13 September 2026
Brétigny-sur-Orge Air Base, 91220 Le Plessis-Pâte
The Louvre Museum is hosting free open-air film screenings in its magnificent Cour Carrée. The programme includes cult films and previews.
From 1st to 4 July 2026
Cour Carrée du Louvre - Louvre Museum, Paris 1st
The Dolcevita-sur-Seine festival celebrates the friendship between Paris and Rome with a wonderful programme of festivities at the Arènes de Lutèce. Open-air film screenings, photo exhibitions, music and meetings bring the hearts of the two capitals to life.
From 2 to 6 July 2026
Arènes de Lutèce and Square Capitan - 4 rue des Arènes, Paris 5th
Every summer, as night falls, the Parc de la Villette invites you to discover French and international cinema classics, as well as lesser-known films, on the big screen. The festival is free and deckchairs can be hired for added comfort. The theme is: The Call of the Wild.
From 22 July to 16 August 2026
Parc de La Villette - 211 avenue Jean Jaurès, Paris 19th
Every year, the Silhouette festival offers an off-the-beaten-track programme of over a hundred international short films (fiction, documentaries, animations, etc.) to be discovered while sitting on the lawns of the Parc de la Butte du Chapeau Rouge. Each evening begins with an hour-long concert.
From late August to early September 2026
Parc de la Butte du Chapeau Rouge, 5 avenue Debidour, Paris 19th
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