Paris 2026: discover the most eagerly awaited concerts

Paris is gearing up for a concert-filled 2026, from arenas to legendary venues. Headliners intersect, and genres respond to each other. Here are the essentials for planning your outings with peace of mind.

Paris 2026: major stages and practical highlights

So the capital is banking on its iconic venues and XXL formats. You’ll find eagerly-awaited shows in modern venues close to transport links. Accor Arena, Adidas Arena and Paris La Défense Arena remain reliable landmarks.

What’s more, some productions announce their venues and posters before the ticketing details. The first blocks go fast, especially on big tours. Stay tuned for sales and pre-registrations.

Also, price information may arrive late, depending on the producer. Announcements often confirm the venue first, then the category. You can avoid the rush if you follow concert announcements by time slot.

“In Paris, good planning saves disappointment.

Accor Arena: headliners and highlights

Def Leppard brings its anthems to the Accor Arena. Sharpened guitars and massive backing vocals on the menu, price not mentioned.

Next up, Guns N’ Roses promise a punchy set in Bercy’s grand hall. Axl and Slash aim for scenic efficiency, price not mentioned.

• Anticipate access: often reinforced entry controls.
• Arrive early to avoid queues at the checkroom.
• Check the seating plan before you buy.
• Follow announcements of sales and restocking.
• Have a plan B for the night’s return.

Then Scorpions unroll riffs and ballads in the Accor Arena. The band mixes classics and power, price not mentioned.

In addition, Simple Plan returns with its unifying pop-punk at Accor Arena. Generational atmosphere guaranteed, price not mentioned.

Twice also put on a calibrated K-pop show at the Accor Arena. Sophisticated vocals and polished visuals, price not mentioned.

However, Doja Cat mixes rap, pop and scenography at the Accor Arena. Flow and costumes, price not mentioned.

Louis Tomlinson is now blazing his indie-pop trail at Accor Arena. Sincere, effective set, price not mentioned.

By contrast, Vanessa Paradis offers an elegant evening at the Accor Arena. Soft vocals and careful orchestration, price not mentioned.

As a result, Kery James announces a committed date at Accor Arena. Precise text and scenic energy, price not mentioned.

Then Kendji Girac brings his sunny rhythms to the Accor Arena. Gypsy guitars and unifying refrains, price not mentioned.

Finally, Andrea Bocelli promises a lyrical interlude at Accor Arena. Majestic timbre and great arias, price not mentioned.

Other arenas and major venues

The season ranges from large arenas to historic stages. Audiences move between venues according to style and acoustics. Formats vary, but the live experience remains at the heart of the concerts.

Then Deep Purple roars its classics at Adidas Arena. Legendary organs and guitars, price not mentioned.

In addition, RÜFÜS DU SOL is planning an immersive live show at the Adidas Arena. An additional date is mentioned, price not mentioned.

Deftones also lay down their heavy textures at Adidas Arena. Wall of sound and hypnotic climates, price not mentioned.

Meanwhile, Tokio Hotel revives its hits and pop-rock sound at the Adidas Arena. Visuals on program, price not mentioned.

Then MGK alternates guitar and rap at the Adidas Arena. Nervous show and dense staging, price not mentioned.

In short, Foo Fighters take over Paris La Défense Arena for a hard-hitting set. Big rhythm section and stadium-cut choruses, price not mentioned.

As a result, Goran Bregović sets the Seine Musicale alight with his Balkan brass. Celebration and melancholy meet, price not mentioned.

Next, Joe Bonamassa makes his Strat sing at La Seine Musicale. Racy blues and generous solos, price not mentioned.

Peter Doherty returns to theOlympia for an intimate performance. Chansons à fleur de peau, price not mentioned.

In addition, Les Wampas promise a punk ball at theOlympia. Scenic dyonisos and pungent humor, price not mentioned.

In contrast, Florent Pagny installs a residency atOlympia. Voice and emotion to the fore, price not mentioned.

Cat Power takes over the Salle Pleyel for a sober, intense set. Muffled timbre and gentle tension, price not mentioned.

Then Kreator set off a storm at the Zenith in Paris. Precise thrash and frontal impact, price not mentioned.

Carcass also lined up some sharp riffs at the Zénith in Paris. Technique and heaviness come together, price not mentioned.

Then Exodus keeps up the pace at Le Zénith in Paris. Headbanging guaranteed, price not mentioned.

You’ve already heard about the main upcoming concerts, so don’t hesitate to ask at FNAC or elsewhere for details of all upcoming conserts!

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