Oxmo Puccino in concert at the Adidas Arena in Paris in January 2026

Published by Caroline de Sortiraparis · Photos by Caroline de Sortiraparis · Published on January 29, 2025 at 04:26 p.m.
Oxmo Puccino announces his return to the stage with a concert scheduled for Friday January 23, 2026 at the Adidas Arena in Paris.

Oxmo Puccino is getting ready to take to the stage again, much to the delight of his fans! The famous French-Malian rapper and songwriter will be in concert at theAdidas Arena in Paris on Friday, January 23, 2026.

Real name Abdoulaye Diarra, Oxmo Puccino was born on August 4, 1974 in Ségou, Mali. Arriving in France at the age of five, he grew up in the 19ᵉ arrondissement of Paris. He began his career with the Time Bomb collective in the 1990s, collaborating with the X-Men and Lunatic, among others. His first solo album,"Opéra Puccino", released in 1998, was hailed for its rich lyrics and musical depth.

Over the years, Oxmo Puccino has explored various musical horizons, notably collaborating with trumpeter Ibrahim Maalouf on the"Au Pays d'Alice" project in 2014. His style is characterized by poetic, metaphorical lyrics, tackling various themes such as society, love and the human condition. His best-known tracks include"L'enfant seul","Mama Lova" and"365 jours".

Today, more than 25 years into his career, Oxmo Puccino continues to enrich the French music scene with his unique pen and captivating performances, offering his audiences unforgettable musical experiences.

In February 2024, Oxmo Puccino marked his return to the stage with a series of concerts at the Philharmonie de Paris, where he revisited his entire discography, from Time Bomb to"La Nuit du Réveil", accompanied by musicians such as Yaron Herman and Thomas de Pourquery.

In 2025, Oxmo Puccino will be touring a number of summer festivals, including Art Rock in Saint-Brieuc, Brittany. On January 31, he is also due to unveil"Lafiya", his new mixtape featuring a host of rappers, including Luidji, Tuerie, Dinos, Dosseh, Wallace Cleaver and JRK 19.

Then, in 2026, Oxmo Puccino will take over theAdidas Arena in Paris for a major concert on January 23. To be among the first to reserve your tickets, don't miss the Adidas Arena pre-sale on February 3, 2025 at 12 noon. The general on-sale date is 12 noon on February 4.

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Dates and Opening Time
On January 23, 2026

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    56 Boulevard Ney
    75018 Paris 18

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