Paris's 5th arrondissement is a versatile neighborhood. Home to many students with La Sorbonne and many tourists with the magnificent Panthéon and the spacious Jardin du Luxembourg, it's a pleasant place to stroll both day and night. There's no shortage of entertainment, from bars with live concerts to theaters and comedy clubs.
The neighborhood's two legendary theaters are the Théâtre de la Huchette and the Théâtre de la Contrescarpe, both featuring contemporary texts, to be discovered without moderation. If you're more in the mood for an evening of laughter, you can stop off at one of the comedy clubs in the area, or perhaps you'll stumble across a bar offering an impromptu comedy club evening. The Quartier Latin is also known for its sense of fun. Where there's a party, there's music, and if you're lucky you'll come across a band playing in a bar.
From concerts and musicals to performance art, dance shows and comedy, there's plenty to see in Paris's 5th arrondissement. Here, we take a look at the history of this Parisian district's cult theaters, and what's on at the moment. The choice is yours! And don't forget to stay tuned for more ideas on what to see in Paris's 5th arrondissement: this page is updated as we make announcements and discoveries!
Jacques and Chirac: the show goes on at the Théâtre de la Contrescarpe in Paris
The Jacques et Chirac show has been extended at the Théâtre de la Contrescarpe in Paris, until January 5, 2025. [Read more]
Anatole the magician returns with his interactive magic show: Anatole tells you about magic
An increasingly well-known magician in Paris, Anatole is back with his show Anatole vous raconte la magie at the Comédie Saint-Michel. In his interactive show, he introduces audiences to the history of magic through the centuries, and its different practices. [Read more]
Mission Pôle Nord, a show for young audiences and families, at La Nouvelle Seine
From November 3 to December 22, 2024, embark on a musical family show at Paris's Nouvelle Seine. [Read more]
Les Bradés at the Nouvelle Seine with their improvisation show 'T.I.M.E'.
Every Sunday evening, discover a devilishly effective improv show by the troupe Les Bradés with their show T.I.M.E, on view at La Nouvelle Seine from 5pm. [Read more]
Le Grand Hôtel des Rêves: the new immersive show venue in the 5th arrondissement
In the heart of the 5th arrondissement, the Hôtel Le Brun will be transformed from September onwards: welcome to the Grand Hôtel des rêves, a magical place to discover immersive shows. [Read more]
Lou Trotignon at La Nouvelle Seine with his show Mérou
Stand-up comedian Lou Trotignon takes to the Nouvelle Seine stage with his show Mérou, every Friday and Saturday at 9pm from September 13, 2024 to December 21. [Read more]
Le Son de la Terre : a barge dedicated to Jazz and World Music on the Seine in Paris
This spring, a new musical and gourmet barge is mooring in Paris. Le Son de la Terre, as it is called, awaits music lovers, jazz and world music enthusiasts, in the 5th arrondissement to offer them a unique experience combining concerts, bistronomic table and cocktail bar. [Read more]
Dates and Opening Time
Starts October 28, 2024
