April 2026 LGBTQ+ guide to Paris: bars, brunch, saunas, culture, sports, and key spring events—plus Pride planning tips.

Paris LGBTQ+ Guide: April 2026

Queer Things To Do in Paris This April 2026: Nightlife, Saunas, Culture + Spring Events

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Urban farm & eco-center offering repairs & recycling workshops, plus an airy, industrial-style cafe.

La REcyclerie

Rosa Bonheur is a bar in Paris. Located at 2 Port des Invalides, 75007 Paris, France.

Rosa Bonheur

Eggs Benedict, plus creative burgers & salads, from brunch onwards in a cool, understated space.

Benedict

Sharing plates, burgers & egg dishes, plus brunch & cocktails, in a tiled interior or on a terrace.

Café Charlot

Tiny bakery with artisan baguettes, Breton pastry, croissants & sandwiches to go.

Legay Choc Bakery and Pastry Shop

Les Mots à la Bouche is a shop in Paris. Located at 37 Rue Saint-Ambroise, 75011 Paris, France.

Les Mots à la Bouche

BHV Marais L'Homme is a shop in Paris. Located at 36 Rue de la Verrerie, 75004 Paris, France.

BHV Marais L'Homme

BOXXMAN is a shop in Paris. Located at 2 Rue de la Cossonnerie, 75001 Paris, France.

BOXXMAN

New Millenium is a shop in Paris. Located at 37 Rue Jean-Pierre Timbaud, 75011 Paris, France.

New Millenium

Lintox is a shop in Paris. Located at 11 Rue Lepic, 75018 Paris, France.

Lintox

Happy hour cocktails & live piano music at a retro-style basement-level lounge with outdoor seating.

Banana Café

Classic French lunch items & desserts, plus pizza, served at a trendy cafe with sidewalk tables.

Café La Perle

Le Bunker is a bar in Paris. Located at 54 Rue Guy Môquet, 75017 Paris, France.

Le Bunker

DJ sets & happy hour cocktails at a buzzing, cozy gay bar with a dance floor & a terrace.

RAIDD Bar is a bar in Paris. Located at 23 Rue du Temple, 75004 Paris, France.

RAIDD Bar

Cocktails, beer & champagne, plus nibbles, in a popular gay bar with pinball machines & club music.

Quetzal

Old-school gay bar with caps hanging from the ceiling, plus a smoking area & a back room.

One Way

Dramatically lit, multiroom entertainment venue with DJs, theme nights & bottle service.

Duplex

Creative but unpretentious French mains, salads & cakes at a cozy bistro with a robust wine list.

La Boite

Le Cactus is a bar in Paris. Located at 28 Rue des Archives, 75004 Paris, France.

Le Cactus

Creative cocktails & happy hours in a bar with a snug basement area & a hip-hop soundtrack.

Le Velvet

Ze Restoo is a restaurant in Paris. Located at 41 Rue des Blancs Manteaux, 75004 Paris, France.

Ze Restoo

Cosmopolitan establishment offering extensive all-you-can-eat dining options, plus cocktails.

Le Who's

Quirky, convivial restaurant with wall-mounted underwear & phallic buns, making an array of burgers.

TATA Burger

La Bonne Nouvelle is a restaurant in Paris. Located at Bonne-Nouvelle, 75002 Paris, France.

La Bonne Nouvelle

Key West Sauna is a sauna and bathhouse in Paris. Located at 141 Rue La Fayette, 75010 Paris, France.

Key West Sauna

Sun City is a sauna and bathhouse in Paris. Located at 62 Bd de Sébastopol, 75003 Paris, France.

Sun City

Le Riad is a sauna and bathhouse in Paris. Located at 184 Rue des Pyrénées, 75020 Paris, France.

Le Riad

Atlantide Sauna is a sauna and bathhouse in Paris. Located at 13 Rue Parrot, 75012 Paris, France.

Atlantide Sauna

Star City is a sauna and bathhouse in Paris. Located at 27 Bd de Clichy, 75009 Paris, France.

Star City

Les Bains d’Odessa is a bar in Paris. Located at 5 Rue d'Odessa, 75014 Paris, France.

Les Bains d’Odessa

Euro Men's Club is a sauna and bathhouse in Paris. Located at 10 Rue Saint-Marc, 75002 Paris, France.

Euro Men's Club

Amphibi is a sauna and bathhouse in Paris. Located at 15 Rue Lacroix, 75017 Paris, France.

Amphibi

Arts & cultural centre for exhibitions, film screenings, concerts & events, with a bright cafe.

La Bellevilloise

Gay sex shop stocking neoprene, latex & leather clothing, toys, accessories, books & DVDs.

Boutique LGBTQIA

Violette and Co is a shop in Paris. Located at 52 Rue Jean-Pierre Timbaud, 75011 Paris, France.

Violette and Co

Landmark art deco cinema featuring a huge auditorium with Moorish architecture & a starry ceiling.

Rex Paris

Les Dessous d'Apollon is a shop in Paris. Located at 8 Rue de Moussy, 75004 Paris, France.

Les Dessous d'Apollon

Paris’s queer life is centered in Le Marais, a district filled with cafés, bars, and art galleries celebrating LGBTQ+ culture. The city’s long history of queer creativity, fashion, and activism continues to shape its vibrant Pride and cultural calendar.

A lively event featuring Shanaya at Le Raidd Bar.

Le Raidd Bar

BFF Olé Olé with Shanaya

An evening of provocative poetry readings with LOU B., Biche, and Baptiste Thery-Guilbert.

Poetry evening: 'peuple pédé poème'

L'apéro trans, c'est un rendez‐vous convivial mensuel (3e jeudi du mois de 20h à 22h) pour les personnes transgenres.

63 rue Beaubourg

Apéro Trans

Centre LGBTQI+ Paris IDF

A monthly social gathering for transgender people to meet and connect.

Celebration of European clubbing culture with 200 electro artists across multiple clubs in Paris, France, Spain, and Germany.

Badaboum, 2 bis rue des Taillandiers, 75011 Paris

Club Culture Festival

Safado

Weekly event at Sun City featuring beer specials: 25cl beer for the price of 50cl, every Thursday from 18:00 to 21:00.

Happy Sun - Tous les Jeudis

Free and anonymous HIV & STI screening actions in partnership with Aremedia/Play Safe, held every Friday from 19:00 to 23:00.

La Flèche d'Or

La Totale - Action de dépistage VIH & IST

Aremedia/Play Safe

An author talk and discussion about Clovis Maillet Monory's book 'Toutes nos larmes', with a book signing.

Discussion with Clovis Maillet Monory - 'Toutes nos larmes'

Join the 5th edition of Rosa Bitches Cabaret Club, a queer and inclusive performance featuring stand-up, drag, and characters. The event includes 1 hour of entertainment with 6 artists, hosted by Sébastien Ventura as Monsieur-Madame Loyal.e, promising humor, satire, autodérision, and poetry. It takes place at Rosa Bonheur Buttes Chaumont in Paris, France, on April 17, 2026, from 19:30 to 21:00 (Europe/Paris timezone).

Rosa Bitches Cabaret Club

Rosa Bitches Cabaret Club #5

Comedian Verino explores the complexities of modern tensions in his new show “RODÉO”, following successful performances across France. The event includes a public recording of his “Dis Donc Internet” videos every Friday. The show runs from April 17 to April 19, 2026, at 20:00, with a duration of 1 hour and 30 minutes, at Le Grand Rex in Paris. Tickets range from 26€ to 59€. The venue is accessible for persons with reduced mobility.

Le Grand Rex

VERINO “RODEO”

A themed night of dance and entertainment at Le Raidd Bar.

Raidd Fever

Permanences psy adaptées à notre communauté LGBTQIA+, en présentiel ou par téléphone.

Le Centre - Lieux de Vie LGBTQIA+

Permanence psychologique

A psychological support session for the LGBTQIA+ community available in person or by phone.

The 26th edition of Printemps des Assoces, an LGBTQI+ association event, will take place on April 18-19, 2026, at Halle des Blancs Manteaux in Paris. The event features stands, artistic performances, discussions, and opportunities to discover and engage with various LGBTQI+ associations. It aims to promote diversity, solidarity, and understanding of contemporary LGBTQI+ issues through a festive and accessible atmosphere.

Halle des Blancs-Manteaux (Paris 4ᵉ)

Printemps des Assoces 2026

Groupes de parole réservés aux personnes qui ont le désir de se rétablir de leur dépendance affective et sexuelle.

DASA LGBTQIA+

A support group for people who want to recover from emotional and sexual dependency.

A book signing event for Avril Avilas' comic 'Trempé.e.s', published by Labrys.

Dédicace BD Trempé.e.s par Avril Avilas

A comedy show by Verino titled 'Rodeo' at Le Grand Rex.

A concert featuring Tipicao: Paris Noir Orchestra, taking place at La Bellevilloise on Sunday, April 19, 2026, starting at 17:00. The event includes a live performance by the orchestra, which blends Afro-descendant rhythms, dance, and collective memory, with additional activities such as dance initiation and food offerings. The concert is part of a larger celebration inspired by the 'Paris noir' exhibition and aims to showcase music and dance from the Afro-diasporic world.

Tipicao: Paris Noir Orchestra

A scheduled strip show event at Le Raidd Bar.

Raidd Strip

Join us for the annual Spring Flower Festival celebrating the blooming season with floral displays, live music, and family activities.

Parc Floral de Paris

Spring Flower Festival

Groupes de parole adaptés à notre communauté LGBTQIA+, en présentiel ou par téléphone.

Groupe de parole

A support group for LGBTQIA+ community members available in person or by phone.

A theatrical or artistic event titled 'Fétiche par Fétiche' presented at Atlande.

Atlande

Fétiche par Fétiche

A weekly event offering discounted beers at Le Raidd Bar.

Beer Monday

A drag show event scheduled at Le Raidd Bar.

Drag Raidd

An evening of karaoke at Sun City for community gathering.

L' AFTERWORK KARAOKÉ DU SUN CITY

Stand-up comedy show featuring Aymeric Lompret titled “YOLO”. This event marks the last three performances of his show after three years of touring. It is held at Le Grand Rex in Paris, with dates from April 23 to April 25, 2026. The show is a solo performance in humor, addressing various topics with Lompret's signature style.

AYMERIC LOMPRET “YOLO”

Stand-up comedy show by Aymeric Lompret titled “YOLO”. The performance is a solo act in humor, marking the last three representations of the show after three years of its run. The event takes place at Le Grand REX in Paris.

La 3ème édition aura lieu le 25 avril 2026 à l'Annexe de la mairie du 14ème arrondissement de Paris. Au programme : rencontres, dédicaces, ateliers, lectures et tables rondes.

Annexe de la mairie du 14ème arrondissement de Paris

Le Salon du Livre Lesbien de Paris

A lesbian book fair with author signings, workshops, readings, and discussion panels.

A mental health support session for the LGBTQIA+ community available in person or by phone.

The event 'Vicious #5' is scheduled to take place on April 25, 2026, from 23:00 to 06:00. It is a nightlife event likely held at a club or venue in Toronto, as inferred from the context, but specific venue details are not provided.

Unknown Venue

Vicious #5

A stand-up comedy performance by Aymeric Lompret titled 'Yolo' at Le Grand Rex.

Moment de partage autour des lectures qui nous ont marqué·e·s. Thème du mois : Virginia Woolf. Présentez l’ouvrage de votre choix à d’autres passionné·e·s de littérature. Amenez un livre (roman, BD, manga, livre audio…) en lien avec le thème, échangez vos ressentis et découvrez les trésors littéraires des autres participant·e·s. Le tout autour d’un brunch chaleureux !

Bibliothèque du Centre

Brunch Littéraire - Virginia Woolf

A community brunch where literature enthusiasts share and discuss books related to Virginia Woolf.

A themed event featuring superhero costumes and activities, hosted by Curious Creature Productions.

LE PAVE D’ORSAY

DRINK & PLAY SUPERHERO EDITION

Curious Creature Productions

A night event featuring Guillaume Dustan with DJ Yael Ohayon and IXPÉ at Le Dock B - Pantin.

Dock B

Je Sors Ce Soir De Guillaume Dustan

A mental health support session available in person or by phone for the LGBTQIA+ community.

An evening concert featuring the renowned artist George Dalaras performing his show 'Rembetiko'. The event is scheduled for Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at 20:00 at Le Grand Rex in Paris. Tickets are available in various categories, with prices ranging from €47 to €85, depending on the seating. Attendees can choose their seats either automatically or by selecting on the plan. For more details and reservations, visit the event page.

George Dalaras - Rembetiko

A comedy show featuring FRANJO, known for his internet humor, performing at Le Grand Rex on April 30, 2026, starting at 20:00. The event includes a one-hour stand-up spectacle with jokes about his life, ex, Melun, and social topics, delivered with irony. Tickets range from 25€ to 59€. The venue is accessible to persons with reduced mobility.

FRANJO

An event titled 'Franjo - La Dernière !' is scheduled to take place at Le Grand Rex in Paris on Thursday, April 30, 2026, starting at 20:00. The event features various seating categories with prices ranging from €25 to €59. Attendees can choose their seats on a plan or opt for automatic allocation. For more details and ticket reservations, visit the event page.

Franjo - La Dernière !

An event celebrating two years of Drag Invasion with performances, surprises, and a special guest, Tabi Stone, the first woman cisgender contestant on Drag Race España. The evening includes an exclusive talk session about the new 'Quetzal Late Show' format, a live drag show, and a meet & greet. Organized at WAB in Paris on April 30, 2026, the event features performances, audience interactions, and a celebration of drag culture.

Drag Invasion — Avec Clover Bish Drag Race Spain S3

An afterwork karaoke event at Sun City for socializing and singing.

AFTERWORK KARAOKE AU SUN CITY

The concert featuring Jeanne Mas scheduled for Saturday, May 2, 2026, at 20:00 at Le Grand Rex in Paris has been canceled.

JEANNE MAS EN CONCERT

Legendary singer-songwriter Paul Simon performs his 'A Quiet Celebration Tour' at the Grand Rex.

Paul Simon in Concert

A concert featuring Uberto Tozzi & Orchestra scheduled for Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at 20:00 at Le Grand Rex in Paris.

Uberto Tozzi & Orchestra

The Walk Up Festival will take place at La Bellevilloise in Paris on May 8-9, 2026, from 16:30 to 05:00. The event features a lineup of emerging artists across multiple genres including indie pop, indie rock, R&B, neo-soul, and electro, with performances scheduled over two days and nights. Attendees can enjoy live concerts, creative stands, and a vibrant atmosphere in a historic Parisian venue.

Walk Up Festival

A live concert event at Le Grand Rex in Paris celebrating the 85th anniversary of Bugs Bunny. The Yellow Socks Orchestra, conducted by George Daugherty, will perform original music from 16 classic Looney Tunes cartoons projected on a big screen. The event includes rare animations, a new short film, and three 3D Looney Tunes clips. The concert celebrates the humor and music of Looney Tunes, appealing to all ages.

Bugs Bunny at the Symphony

An event titled 'LIVE MAGAZINE' scheduled for May 11, 2026, starting at 20:00. Additional details are not provided.

LIVE MAGAZINE

Spring edition of LIVRE Magazine event at Grand Rex.

LIVRE Magazine de Printemps

Grand Rex

A festive and inclusive week in Paris organized by Les Ours de Paris, celebrating LGBT+ and bear culture. The event features a variety of activities including a cruise on the Seine, festive aperitifs, disco karaoke, picnics on the banks, and the election of Mr. Bear 2026 at the Petit Bain venue. The celebration promotes inclusivity, sensuality, and pride within the vibrant Parisian nightlife, with multiple venues hosting different events such as the bear cruise, parties, and social gatherings.

Le Petit Bain

Paris Bear Pride 2026

A symphonic concert celebrating the 50th anniversary of John Williams' iconic film scores, performed by a full orchestra.

John Williams - Odyssée Symphonique

A special post-event party to celebrate the summer.

WorkshoW Bar

Jul After Show

The Bal de l'amour is a festive event taking place at Place de la Bastille in Paris on May 16, 2026. Organized by the City of Paris, it is a free, open-to-all celebration featuring music, dance, and various performances. The event starts at 18:00 and continues until midnight, including DJ sets, karaoke, cabaret shows, voguing, pole dancing, and more. The theme for 2026 is 'Love always triumphs,' and the event coincides with the eve of the International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia. The following day, May 17, 2026, hosts the Eurovision fan zone with entertainment and a live broadcast of the final.

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