1. Paris on the Seine
Who said summer in Paris is boring? From June 6 to September 20, the summer season Paris on the Seine lights up every corner of the capital, filled with cultural discoveries and joyful moments, allowing everyone to fully enjoy the summer and bringing together those who couldn't escape the city. What's on the agenda? Areas for swimming in the Seine, at the Canal Saint-Martin or even in the Villette Basin to cool off, a Tropical Carnival on the Champs-Élysées, fireworks for July 14 – launched this year on the evening of July 13, and the return of the Olympic basin in the Tuileries Garden!
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Paris on the Seine
From June 6 to September 20, 2026
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2. La Chaloupe at La Seine Musicale
Once again this year, La Seine Musicale invites us to hop aboard the best summer spot, a.k.a. La Chaloupe, for a fourth sun-kissed season. What's on the agenda? An entirely green space open to all, perfect for catching some fresh air, taking a break from the hustle and bustle of the capital, and enjoying a fantastic lineup of events. A festive haven waiting to be discovered on the heights of Ile Seguin, perched above the Seine.
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The Chaloupe
The Seine Musicale
1, Île Seguin – Boulogne-Billancourt (92100)
From July 1 to July 12, 2026
Wednesday to Sunday from 6 PM to 10 PM
Free entry
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3. The 15th Anniversary of Petit Bain
Can you believe it’s been fifteen years since this boat has been rocking the Seine with incredible concerts?! From July 2 to July 5, Petit Bain will celebrate its birthday with a totally outrageous anniversary program. Four days of fun, music, and connections to gather, rethink the world, and dream about the future of Parisian nights together!
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Petit Bain
7, port de la Gare – 13th
From July 2 to July 5, 2026
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4. Darkside at La Gaîté Lyrique
Darkside – an American band made up of Dave Harrington, Nicolas Jaar, and Tlacael Esparza – is offering us a brand new musical experience this summer with four intimate concerts at La Gaîté Lyrique. A concert that feels like a complete experience on its own, where these adventurous musicians summon electronic sounds, long improvisations, and auditory hallucinations. The result? A one-of-a-kind sound filled with twists and turns, which we continue to find in their third album Nothing, released in 2025.
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Darkside
La Gaîté Lyrique
3bis, rue Papin – 3e
From July 8 to 9, 2026
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5. The Festival Paris l’Été
From July 11 to August 4, the Festival Paris l’été is back, taking over Paris and its suburbs with an eclectic lineup featuring theater, dance, music, circus, stand-up, drag, and cabaret. With about fifteen partner venues scattered across the city – from the Grand Palais to the Buttes Chaumont park, including the Carreau du Temple and the third place Césure – the festival celebrates creation in all its forms. And the good news: among the thirty shows on the program, some are even free!
Don’t miss: the All World Waacking Battle followed by a DJ set by Julien Granel at the Grand Palais, Tendre Colère by...
Christian and François Ben Aïm, The Cabins Around the World by Nicolas Henry and Photoclimat, The Cabaret Mouth at the Palais Galliera, and the popular dance Balatata at the Palais de la Porte Dorée !See this post on Instagram
Festival Paris L’Été
From July 11 to August 4, 2026
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6. Peggy Gou at the Palais Royal
A party in one of the most beautiful buildings in Paris? Yes, yes! Mark your calendars for July 13 in the heart of the pré.
Stunning Royal Palace for a night, an open-air event. Undoubtedly the most iconic dancefloor of your summer, alongside the equally iconic artist of the moment, Peggy Gou, who has been bringing the vibes to our summers since the release of her classics “Starry Night” and “Nanana.”Voir cette publication sur Instagram
Peggy Gou
Domaine National du Palais-Royal – 1st
Monday, July 13, 2026, from 4 PM to midnight
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7. The 2026 World Cup
As the kickoff for the 2026 World Cup was on June 11, the Blues are continuing to play matches and celebrating some fantastic victories, with the ultimate goal of reaching the finals. In the meantime, Parisians are flocking to various spots in the capital to cheer on Deschamps' players, match after match. From third places to open airs and various bars on boats, Paris has no shortage of great spots to catch what is undoubtedly the most-watched sporting event internationally.
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2026 Football World Cup
Final on July 19, 2026, at 9 PM
8. La Villette Outdoor Cinema
With its 20,000 m² of lawn and friendly atmosphere, the La Villette outdoor cinema brings us another sparkling cinematic rendez-vous for its 35th edition. For more than a month, from July 22 to August 16, several short films, movies, and shows will be screened on the famous giant screen on the Triangle lawn, with a central theme: “The Call of the Forest.” For instance, you can look forward to the terrifying The Blair Witch Project by Daniel Myrick and Eduardo Sanchez, the wonderful Princess Mononoke and My Neighbor Totoro by Hayao Miyazaki, the very touching Petite Maman by Céline Sciamma, the sweet Moonrise Kingdom by Wes Anderson, and, of course, the masterpiece by David Lynch, Twin Peaks: Fire Walk with Me.
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La Villette
211, Jean Jaurès Avenue – 19th
From July 22 to August 16, 2026
Free
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9. Rock en Seine
This is definitely one of our favorite Parisian festivals and it’s back, as usual, at the end of August to wrap up summer beautifully. Rock en Seine is more than just a festival; it’s a treasure trove of memories, dust on your shoes, kilometers walked to catch every moment, smiles from ear to ear, lively mosh pits, pints of beer downed, and concerts that are more exciting than the last… And this year is no exception, with an incredible lineup: The Cure, Tyler The Creator, Lorde, Deftones, Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds, Tash Sultana, Turnstile, Slowdive, Wolf Alice, Wet Leg, Lykke Li, Kompromat, Sombr…
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Rock en Seine
National Domain of Saint-Cloud (92)
From August 26 to 30, 2026
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10. The Ciné-Jardins Festival
This is the must-attend annual event. From August 22 to September 14, the ciné...;but outdoors Ciné-Jardins, organized by the documentary production association, is back in every corner of the capital. It’s the perfect opportunity to enjoy a (or several) lovely evening in the most beautiful green spaces of Paris, while soaking up some gems of the 7th art. And all of this is completely free, of course!
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Cine-Gardens Festival
From August 22 to September 14
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