Sport

2026 calendar of sporting events in Paris

Q: Where do most of Paris's major sporting events take place?

The Accor Arena , the Stade de France and the Parc des Princes host major competitions. The Auteuil Racecourse and Paris-Longchamp Racecourse host prestigious horse races.

Q: How can I attend Paris Saint-Germain matches?

The 2025-2026 PSG season will be played at the Parc des Princes from September 2025 to May 2026, with Ligue 1 and European competition matches.

Q: What free sporting events are available in Paris?

Some running events, such as the Paris Marathon, offer a free show for spectators along the route. The Paris 2024 Olympic cauldron , visible in the Tuileries , is also a free attraction.

Q: What are the different types of sporting events in Paris?

The capital offers a rich variety of sports throughout the year. Team sports dominate the sporting events calendar, with football, basketball, handball and rugby taking place in Paris's major venues. Individual competitions also attract large audiences: tennis, judo, gymnastics, swimming and athletics. These disciplines offer exceptional moments during international championships and prestigious tournaments. Running events are a particularly popular category. Marathons, half-marathons, urban trails and themed races punctuate the Parisian sporting calendar. Equestrian sports also have their place, with traditional horse races and show jumping competitions. Some events are out of the ordinary: sporting shows combining entertainment and performance, competitions in emerging sports or demonstrations of less conventional disciplines. This diversity guarantees that upcoming sporting events will cater to all tastes.

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Tennis, handball, horse racing, athletics, basketball, judo, cycling... find all the dates and locations of competitions taking place in the capital, from the legendary marathon to international tournaments.

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From Jul 2, 2026 to Jul 12, 2026

2026 Unified Football World Cup in Paris

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Stade Sébastien Charlety

The 3rd edition of the Special Olympics Unified Football World Cup to be held in Paris at the Stade Charléty in summer 2026

From Sep 7, 2026 to Sep 13, 2026

Alpine Paris Major Premier Padel

Sport

Stade Roland-Garros

Padel invites itself to Roland-Garros for a week of sport, outdoor entertainment and festive DJ sets in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere

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August 2026

Aquathlon Paris

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Bassin de La Villette

Aquathlon Paris is a double sporting challenge combining swimming in the Bassin de la Villette and running in the 19th arrondissement.

From Mar 7, 2026 to Nov 7, 2026

Bartabas et l’Académie Equestre de Versailles. La Voie de l'écuyère - Opus 2026

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Académie équestre du Domaine de Versailles - Direction Bartabas

Immerse yourself in the magic of Bartabas' equestrian theatre at the Grande Écurie of the Château de Versailles

From Aug 29, 2031 to Sep 14, 2031

Basketball World Cup 2031: France hosts the world's elite

Sport

Paris La Défense Arena

Designated by FIBA in April 2026, France is preparing to vibrate to the rhythm of the orange ball for the first time. A global event that will place Paris at the heart of the game

From Dec 4, 2026 to Dec 6, 2026

2026 Breaking and Hip-Hop Freestyle World Championships in Paris

Sport

Adidas arena

Two years after the Olympic Games, Paris is once again the world capital of urban dance, bringing together the best Breaking and Hip-Hop Freestyle competitors simultaneously for the first time

The Sep 21 2026

La Course des cafés

Party Sport

Hotel de Ville de Paris

Take part in the Course des Cafés: a frantic walk with tray, coffee, croissant and glass of water through the Marais, open to the general public!

The Sep 20 2026

Tricycle Race

Party Sport

Place de la Nation

The Cours de Vincennes is the setting for the Course des Triporteurs, a festive sporting event paying tribute to a Parisian tradition dating back to 1900

The Aug 1 2026

The Olympic Heritage Grand Walk

Party Sport

Street Art Avenue

Five routes—four on foot and one by bike—ranging from 12 to 14 kilometers on August 1, 2026, to relive the highlights of the Paris Games throughout the Greater Paris region

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The Pride Run

Party Sport

Dock B

Participate in the Course des Fiertés de Pantin: a sporting, inclusive and festive event organized by Inter-LGBT

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September 2026

The 35 km of the Périph - Greater Paris

Sport

Bois de Boulogne

The 35 km of the Périph offers an unprecedented sporting challenge, circling the Paris ring road on foot or by bike

From Aug 17, 2026 to Aug 28, 2026

The Grand Paris Express 2026 pedestrian tour

Sport

Pavillon de l'Arsenal

The Grand Paris Express 2026 Pedestrian Tour offers 11 free outdoor walks to discover the artistic and architectural wealth of the metropolis.

The Oct 18 2026

Le Grand Défi Solidaire

Sport

Château de Sceaux, musée départemental

New edition of this solidarity race in aid of multiple sclerosis research

From Jun 21, 2026 to Sep 14, 2026

The Paris 2024 Cauldron returns

Party Sport

Jardin des Tuileries

The Paris 2024 Games Cauldron will return to the Tuileries Gardens, two years after the event

From Apr 5, 2026 to Oct 25, 2026

Family Race Days

Festival Party Sport

Hippodrome d'Auteuil

Days of entertainment and equestrian activities at the heart of the racecourses

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❓Frequently asked questions

What are the main sporting events in Paris in 2026?

The Paris Marathon in April, the French Basketball Cup Finals at the Accor Arena, the Paris Grand Slam and the European Swimming Championships are among the must-see events.

Where do most of Paris's major sporting events take place?

The Accor Arena, the Stade de France and the Parc des Princes host major competitions. The Auteuil Racecourse and Paris-Longchamp Racecourse host prestigious horse races.

How can I attend Paris Saint-Germain matches?

The 2025-2026 PSG season will be played at the Parc des Princes from September 2025 to May 2026, with Ligue 1 and European competition matches.

What free sporting events are available in Paris?

Some running events, such as the Paris Marathon, offer a free show for spectators along the route. The Paris 2024 Olympic cauldron, visible in the Tuileries, is also a free attraction.

What are the different types of sporting events in Paris?

The capital offers a rich variety of sports throughout the year. Team sports dominate the sporting events calendar, with football, basketball, handball and rugby taking place in Paris's major venues. Individual competitions also attract large audiences: tennis, judo, gymnastics, swimming and athletics. These disciplines offer exceptional moments during international championships and prestigious tournaments. Running events are a particularly popular category. Marathons, half-marathons, urban trails and themed races punctuate the Parisian sporting calendar. Equestrian sports also have their place, with traditional horse races and show jumping competitions. Some events are out of the ordinary: sporting shows combining entertainment and performance, competitions in emerging sports or demonstrations of less conventional disciplines. This diversity guarantees that upcoming sporting events will cater to all tastes.