Paris Festivals and Events 2026: Month by Month Guide
Last updated: February 17, 2026. Dates and programs can change. Always verify official sources before booking. This guide was curated by the Tres Gatos team.
1) Pick your travel month. 2) Note which events are citywide and which require tickets. 3) Book accommodation early for March, June, July, and late August.
Paris 2026 events calendar (quick overview)
| Month | Event | 2026 date(s) | Short description + official site |
|---|---|---|---|
| March | Paris Fashion Week Womenswear (Autumn/Winter 2026-2027) | Mon, Mar 2 to Tue, Mar 10 | Global fashion week energy across Paris, most runway shows are invitation-only. Official calendar: fhcm.paris |
| April | Schneider Electric Marathon de Paris | Sun, Apr 12 | Major race day with huge crowds and road closures along iconic routes. Official site: schneiderelectricparismarathon.com |
| May | Nuit Européenne des Musées | Sat, May 23 | Free late-night museum openings and special programs across France, including Paris. Official site: nuitdesmusees.culture.gouv.fr |
| May to June | Roland-Garros (French Open) | Main draw May 24 to Sun, Jun 7 | Paris’s flagship tennis tournament at Stade Roland-Garros. Official site: rolandgarros.com |
| June | We Love Green | Fri, Jun 5 to Sun, Jun 7 | Outdoor music festival in Bois de Vincennes with a strong summer-weekend vibe. Official site: welovegreen.fr |
| June | Nuit Blanche (Paris) | Sat, Jun 6 | All-night contemporary art installations across the city, many free. Official page: paris.fr |
| June | Fête de la Musique | Sun, Jun 21 | Free concerts everywhere, from amateurs to pros, celebrating the start of summer. Official site: fetedelamusique.culture.gouv.fr |
| June | Paris Fashion Week Menswear (Spring/Summer 2027) | Tue, Jun 23 to Sun, Jun 28 | Menswear fashion week with citywide industry buzz. Official calendar: fhcm.paris |
| July | Bastille Day (La Fête Nationale) | Tue, Jul 14 | National holiday with major city programming and crowds. Official city site: paris.fr |
| August | Rock en Seine | Wed, Aug 26 to Sun, Aug 30 | One of the biggest rock festivals near Paris (Domaine national de Saint-Cloud). Official site: rockenseine.com |
| Aug to Sep | Jazz à la Villette | Fri, Aug 28 to Sun, Sep 6 | Jazz and crossover genres at venues around Parc de la Villette. Official site: jazzalavillette.com |
| September | Journées Européennes du Patrimoine (France) | Sat, Sep 19 to Sun, Sep 20 | Rare access to landmarks usually closed to the public, plus special visits. Official site: journeesdupatrimoine.culture.gouv.fr |
| Sep to Oct | Paris Fashion Week Womenswear (Spring/Summer 2027) | Mon, Sep 28 to Tue, Oct 6 | Peak Paris travel period with major fashion-week activity. Official calendar: fhcm.paris |
| November | Paris Photo | Thu, Nov 12 to Sun, Nov 15 | Leading photography fair with gallery booths and museum-level shows. Official site: parisphoto.com |
March 2026
Paris Fashion Week Womenswear (Autumn/Winter 2026-2027)
Dates: Monday, March 2 to Tuesday, March 10, 2026.
What it is: Paris’s womenswear fashion week with a citywide industry buzz. Most runway shows are invitation-only, but the atmosphere is visible across central neighborhoods, hotels, cafés, and concept stores.
Official site: FHCM official calendar
April 2026
Schneider Electric Marathon de Paris
Date: Sunday, April 12, 2026.
What it is: one of Europe’s most famous city marathons, drawing huge crowds and creating an energetic atmosphere along the route.
Visitor tip: plan extra time for transport, some streets and bridges can be restricted during the race.
Official site: Schneider Electric Marathon de Paris
May 2026
Nuit Européenne des Musées
Date: Saturday, May 23, 2026.
What it is: late-night museum openings with special events and free entry at many institutions. Paris participates widely, so it’s a great night for culture lovers and photographers.
Official site: Nuit des Musées (Ministère de la Culture)
Roland-Garros (French Open)
Main draw: Sunday, May 24 to Sunday, June 7, 2026.
What it is: world-class tennis at Stade Roland-Garros, with day sessions, night sessions (when scheduled), and a strong Paris sports atmosphere.
Ticket tip: demand is high, book as early as possible if it’s a priority.
Official site: Roland-Garros
June 2026
We Love Green
Dates: Friday, June 5 to Sunday, June 7, 2026.
What it is: a major outdoor music festival with multiple stages in Bois de Vincennes, popular with locals and visitors for a summer-weekend plan.
Official site: We Love Green
Nuit Blanche (Paris)
Date: Saturday, June 6, 2026.
What it is: an overnight contemporary art event with installations and performances across Paris. Many activities are free and designed for walking routes through different neighborhoods.
Official site: Nuit Blanche on paris.fr
Fête de la Musique
Date: Sunday, June 21, 2026.
What it is: free concerts everywhere, from street corners to parks and courtyards. It’s one of the best nights to experience Paris outdoors.
Official site: Fête de la Musique (Ministère de la Culture)
Paris Fashion Week Menswear (Spring/Summer 2027)
Dates: Tuesday, June 23 to Sunday, June 28, 2026.
What it is: menswear fashion week with events and industry activity across central Paris. Shows are mostly invitation-only, but the city feels busier during this period.
Official site: FHCM official calendar
July 2026
Bastille Day (La Fête Nationale)
Date: Tuesday, July 14, 2026.
What it is: France’s national day. Expect heavy crowds and a big city atmosphere. Details like timings and exact locations for fireworks and official events can vary year to year, so check the city updates close to the date.
Official site: paris.fr
August 2026
Rock en Seine
Dates: Wednesday, August 26 to Sunday, August 30, 2026.
What it is: one of the biggest rock festivals in the Paris region, hosted in the Domaine national de Saint-Cloud. Great option if you want a major festival experience without leaving the area.
Official site: Rock en Seine
Jazz à la Villette
Dates: Friday, August 28 to Sunday, September 6, 2026.
What it is: a respected festival mixing jazz with soul, funk, and crossover genres, hosted around Parc de la Villette venues.
Official site: Jazz à la Villette
September 2026
Journées Européennes du Patrimoine (France)
Dates: Saturday, September 19 to Sunday, September 20, 2026.
What it is: a nationwide weekend when many historic buildings and institutions open for special visits, sometimes with access to areas not usually open to the public. Paris is one of the best places to experience it, but queues can be long.
Official site: Journées du Patrimoine (Ministère de la Culture)
Paris Fashion Week Womenswear (Spring/Summer 2027)
Dates: Monday, September 28 to Tuesday, October 6, 2026.
What it is: one of the busiest travel and business periods in Paris. Even if you are not attending shows, it affects hotel availability and restaurant reservations in central districts.
Official site: FHCM official calendar
November 2026
Paris Photo
Dates: Thursday, November 12 to Sunday, November 15, 2026.
What it is: a leading international photography fair with galleries, publishers, exhibitions, and talks. Strong pick for art-focused trips in autumn.
Official site: Paris Photo
- Book early for March (Fashion Week), June (multiple citywide events), July 14, and late August (festival season).
- Expect transport pressure on marathon day and major citywide nights.
- Stay flexible for Fête de la Musique and Nuit Blanche, where the best moments are often spontaneous.
FAQ
When is Paris Fashion Week in 2026?
Official FHCM dates include Womenswear Autumn/Winter 2026-2027 (Mar 2 to Mar 10), Menswear Spring/Summer 2027 (Jun 23 to Jun 28), and Womenswear Spring/Summer 2027 (Sep 28 to Oct 6).
What is a free must-do event in Paris?
Nuit des Musées, Fête de la Musique, and many Nuit Blanche installations are known for free access to culture across the city.
What are the best months for events in Paris?
June and July are packed with citywide culture and summer energy. Late August adds major music festivals, and September is excellent for heritage events.
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