See you at Place de la Bastille for the 5th edition of this festive music event
The Bal de l'Amour, which celebrated the 10th anniversary of marriage equality in 2023, is taking over Place de la Bastille for its fifth edition. Open to everyone and free of charge, this event organized by the City of Paris promises to be musical, dance-filled, joyful, and festive. Numerous festivities await you—all free of charge—two days before the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia (May 17, 2026). Free admission.
Every year in June, Pride Week brings Paris to life with a festive, inclusive and socially conscious programme of events, culminating in the grand Pride March - Paris Pride.
Exhibitions, festivals, shows and more: Paris has a vibrant cultural scene, and its LGBT component in particular is very active. Here is a round-up of the key events with an LGBT slant in the French capital