Guide to Paris Events
By Courtney Traub, About.com Guide to Paris Travel
Looking to find out what will be on in town during your next visit in Paris? Explore our guide to Paris events for an overview of the city's most popular and festive events year-round. You'll also find weather guides and advice on how to pack your suitcase each month.
January Events
January may seem quiet and contemplative, but there's plenty going on in Paris at the year's opening.
February Events
February brings a touch of unexpected warmth and romance, so don't let detractors convince you it's not a good time to visit the city of light.
- February Weather Outlook, Packing Guide and Events Highlights
- Celebrating Chinese New Year in Paris
- Valentine's Day in Paris
March Events
Oh, the first shoots of spring in Paris-- what could be more idyllic?
April Events
April features fewer remarkable annual events, but is the ideal time to enjoy seasonal concerts and other outdoor happenings.
- April Weather Outlook, Packing Guide and Events Highlights
- Celebrating Easter in Paris
- Celebrating Passover in Paris
May Events
May brings a flurry of fun festivals and cultural events, including Museum Night, where places like The Louvre (pictured) stay open until the wee morning hours.
June Events
Paris in June marks the opening of the always-lively summer season, and kicks off with events like the Fête de la Musique (Music Festival) and Gay Pride.
- June Weather Outlook, Packing Guide and Events Highlights
- Fete de la Musique (Street Music Festival)
- LGBT Pride
July Events
Enjoy a laid-back Paris in July as locals flee en masse for the coasts. Plenty of exciting events are on now.
August Events
In town this August? Find out what the city of light has to offer then.
September Events
Coming to Paris in September? Plenty is on this month as Parisians get back to work and into the swing of things.
October Events
October offers visitors lots of unforgettable events, including Nuit Blanche ("White Nights", pictured), in which the streets are colonized by artistic installations. Read more below.
November Events
Quiet, contemplative November can be a wonderful time to bask in Paris' cultural legacies. Find out what to do here.
December Events
Wintry landscapes and festive lights brings the city back to life in December, so don't miss out.
