In January 2026,Paris lights up with a constellation of varied and enchanting shows. The city, renowned for its abundance of culture, offers a rich start to the year in terms of artistic discoveries. Our meticulously-curated selection guides you to the 10 must-see shows of this winter month.
The Parisian cultural scene in January is a veritable festival of creativity. From theater and concerts to dance and performance art, there's something for everyone. Our guide is designed to capture the essence of this diversity, offering moments of entertainment, inspiration and wonder.
January in Paris is a chance to escape into a variety of worlds. These shows have been chosen not only for their artistic quality and impressive staging, but also for their ability to create unique and memorable experiences for audiences.
Each show in our selection is an invitation to explore different facets of creativity and expression. Whether through captivating storytelling, breathtaking choreography or spellbinding musical harmonies, they promise to warm winter evenings with passion and finesse.
This guide to the 10 shows to see in Paris in January 2026 is a gateway to the city's dynamic cultural panorama. It represents an exceptional opportunity for residents and visitors alike to start the year with enriching and moving experiences. These shows are gems that illustrate the vitality and diversity of the Parisian artistic landscape.
Panayotis Pascot: everything you need to know about his new show - our review
Good news! Even though Panayotis Pascot's tour and his Paris dates at L'Européen and Théâtre Fontaine are announced as sold out, you'll have another chance to discover the comedian on stage: new dates for his show Entre les deux have been announced at Bobino from September 23 to 27, from September 30 to October 4 and at Olympia from January 20 to 24, 2026. [Read more]
The Sun King: the cult musical at the Paris Dome in December 2025 - a starring role revealed
Powdered wigs and corsets are going to be in short supply ... because the Sun King is back in action in 2025! Twenty years after its very first performance, Kamel Ouali and Dove Attia's cult musical makes a comeback worthy of Versailles. Tickets are now on sale, and a [Read more]
La Cage aux Folles: a French production of the cult musical
La Cage aux Folles, the cult Broadway comedy, arrives in Paris in a new French production. Based on the play La Cage aux Folles by Jean Poiret, the musical, created by Harvey Fierstein and Jerry Herman for the music, will run at the Théâtre du Châtelet from December 5, 2025 to January 10, 2025, starring Laurent Lafitte. [Read more]
Laurent Gerra gets down to business: his new show arrives at the Folies Bergère
French comedian and imitator Laurent Gerra returns to Parisian theaters with his new show Laurent Gerra se met à table, at the Folies Bergère. From December 29, 2025 to January 4, 2026, Laurent Gerra will be bringing you his latest creation... [Read more]
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Dates and Opening Time
From January 1, 2025 to January 31, 2025
