She shone, or rather, we should say she radiated during the opening ceremony of the Olympic Games in Paris 2024. Behind the decks, DJ Barbara Butch got France and the world dancing, and it seems she’s just getting started in bringing her creative touch to the capital. On Wednesday, October 1, 2025, the mayor of Paris, Anne Hidalgo, announced that the DJ would be the artistic director for the 25th edition of Nuit Blanche, taking place on Saturday, June 6, 2026.
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« A choice that reflects Paris » according to Anne Hidalgo
« I know she will bring to the Nuit Blanche all her energy, generosity, and creativity. She will proudly showcase our values all over the city. Barbara Butch, that’s a choice that reflects Paris ! », the mayor of the capital shared. Having become an iconic figure of the Parisian cultural scene since her appearance at the Olympic ceremony, the DJ is excited to celebrate this « great festival of love where music will be a central element. The dancefloor will be there to bring together people who don’t know each other. It’s going to be amazing!e ! »
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An event dedicated to contemporary artistic creation
Every year, since 2002, Nuit Blanche lights up a summer night in Paris. Dedicated to contemporary creation, it brings together artists from all walks of life, whether they are musicians...ciens, professionals in the visual arts or even live performance. The carefully curated programming by the artistic director—a personality from the world of art and creation—is completely free for the public. What will Barbara Butch have in store for us? We’ll have to wait until next year to find out, but one thing is for sure: it will be vibrant!
Nuit Blanche
Saturday, June 6, 2026
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