Paris

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.

Une soirée de jazz live avec performances de musiciens locaux et internationaux.

Salle Pleyel

Concert de Jazz

Paris Jazz Club

This event discusses the societal and legal developments in France regarding non-binarity, including recent court rulings and European regulations. It features speakers such as lawyer Etienne Deshoulières and Sasha Safontceva, co-president of Urgence Homophobie. The event aims to explore the challenges and opportunities faced by non-binary, intersex, and trans individuals in France.

Auditorium de l’Hôtel de Ville de Paris (5 rue Lobau)

TABLE RONDE / Reconnaissance de la non-binarité en France : freins et opportunités

Dance the night away with DJ sets and themed music nights every Friday at Tango Paris.

Tango Paris

Friday Night Dance Party

Enjoy a lively dance session followed by a club night every Saturday at Tango Paris.

Saturday Night Dance & Club

Join us for a social dance event on Sundays from 18:00 to 23:00, featuring various music styles.

Sunday Tea Dance

An 8-day festival celebrating female filmmakers from around the world, highlighting women’s roles both on and behind the screen through films, meetings, concerts, exhibitions, and evening events. Hosted at the Maison des Arts de Créteil, the event emphasizes female creation in cinema.

Maison des Arts de Créteil

International Women Film Festival

A community-oriented afternoon tea dance with retro disco music, open to everyone in a LGBT-friendly venue.

Wednesday Retro Disco Tea Dance

Vernissage of the exhibition "LES DÉCADENCES DE L'AMOUR" by Kazybris. The exhibition is born from the VendredixXL evenings and explores themes of love in its various forms.

Centre LGBTQI+ de Paris et d’IDF

LES DÉCADENCES DE L'AMOUR de Kazybris - Vernissage

Centre LGBTQI+ Paris IDF

A gallery opening showcasing an exhibition about love in its various forms.

Friday night dance party starting at 22:30 with dance to music until the early morning.

Vendredis Soirs - Weekend Kickoff

Join us every Friday evening for partner dancing from 22:30 to 00:30, followed by a nightclub until dawn.

Friday Night Dance & Club

Saturday night dance event from 22:30 with music until dawn.

Samedis Soirs - Weekend Celebration

Enjoy the weekend with dance from 22:30 to 00:30, then continue partying until early morning.

A community tea dance held every Sunday from 18:00 to 23:00, featuring various programs and themes.

Sunday Afternoon Tea Dance

A Sunday afternoon social dance event from 18:00 to 23:00, with program and tariffs available on the website.

Tea Dance Associatif

Discussion and awareness about LGBTQIA+ inclusion in the 2026 municipal elections. Encouraging parties and candidates to share their concrete commitments to LGBTQIA+ inclusion.

Grandes villes françaises

Élections Municipales 2026 - Inclusion LGBTQIA+

A community event launching an index to evaluate political candidates' commitment to LGBTI+ equality and inclusion in French cities.

A lively event featuring music, dance, and entertainment to celebrate community and creativity.

Le Bataclan, Paris

FRACAS

Paris Jetaime

The Grand Festival is a week-long event organized by the Museum of the History of Immigration at the Palais de la Porte Dorée in Paris. Running from March 17 to March 22, 2026, it features a series of free activities aimed at raising awareness against racism, antisemitism, and LGBT-phobia. The festival includes dance and drama performances, shows, lectures, debates, and film screenings, providing a diverse program of cultural and educational events.

Musée national de l’histoire de l’immigration

The Grand Festival

A program of events to combat racism and discrimination at the Musée national de l’histoire de l’immigration.

A LGBTQ+ friendly event taking place in Paris on March 21, 2026, starting at 23:00 and ending at 06:00. The event features performances by DJ Sambrice and Ivö Rodrigues DJ, and is hosted at Workshow Paris. It aims to provide an inclusive and vibrant party experience.

SAFADA PARTY

A festive and inclusive week in Paris organized by Les Ours de Paris, celebrating LGBT+ and bear community culture. The event features an exhibition by artist Polleiro, a Seine cruise, drinks, disco karaoke, a picnic on the riverbanks, and the election of Mr Bear 2026 at Petit Bain. Various venues across Paris will host related activities, emphasizing inclusivity, celebration, and community engagement.

Le Petit Bain

Paris Bear Pride 2026

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 includes DJ sets, karaoke, cabaret shows, voguing, pole dancing, and more, starting from 6 pm and continuing until midnight. 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 live broadcast of the final.

Place de la Bastille

The Bal de l'amour

The Club Culture Festival is a celebration of European clubbing culture featuring 200 electro artists across approximately 50 clubs in Paris, France, Spain, and Germany. Organized by the Culture Bar-Bars collective and the Fédération Nationale des Cafés et Clubs Culture, the event includes performances by renowned artists such as Laurent Garnier, David Guetta, Arnaud Rebotini, Étienne de Crécy, and Petit Biscuit. Venues in Paris like Badaboum, Bellevilloise, Djoon, Glazart, Trabendo, Petit Bain, Klub, Rotonde Stalingrad, 211, Le Sacré, Nouveau Casino, and Virage will host DJ sets over several days, offering an immersive experience celebrating nightlife and music culture.

La Rotonde Stalingrad

Club Culture Festival

A late-night event at WorkshoW Paris featuring eclectic music and a lively atmosphere.

WorkshoW Bar

JUL AFTER SHOW

Annual event on May 17th with mobilizing activities, including Le Bal de l'Amour the night before.

International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia

A worldwide celebration promoting awareness, solidarity, and visibility for sexual and gender diversities, observed on May 17, 2026. The event encourages collective action and highlights issues faced by LGBTQIA+ communities globally.

IDAHOBIT International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia

Join us for a vibrant celebration of pride with music, dance, and community spirit. Celebrate diversity and inclusion with performances and activities for all ages.

Parc des Buttes-Chaumont

Big Pride Energy

A summer-themed happy hour event at WorkshoW Bar with special drinks and socializing.

LGBTQ+ Events in Paris

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Concert de Jazz

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TABLE RONDE / Reconnaissance de la non-binarité en France : freins et opportunités

Saturday, February 28, 2026

Friday Night Dance Party

Sunday, March 1, 2026

Saturday Night Dance & Club

Monday, March 2, 2026

Sunday Tea Dance

Today

Concert de Jazz

Tomorrow

TABLE RONDE / Reconnaissance de la non-binarité en France : freins et opportunités

Saturday, February 28, 2026

Friday Night Dance Party

Sunday, March 1, 2026

Saturday Night Dance & Club

Monday, March 2, 2026

Sunday Tea Dance

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