The Paris ball calendar: when the Hôtel de la Marine brings history to life with music

In Paris, certain evenings have the rare ability to combine elegance, heritage and art de vivre. The Bals de l’Hôtel de la Marine are undoubtedly among them. For the fourth year running, Carnet de Bals takes over this exceptional venue to bring back to life, for an evening, the great hours of French history. Facing the majestic Place de la Concorde, these balls are now firmly anchored in the Parisian cultural landscape.

Every last Friday of the month, theHôtel de la Marine is transformed into a vast dance floor, open to all. In this spectacular setting, between historic salons and monumental perspectives, dance becomes a universal language, accessible, joyful and deeply unifying.

Balls open to all, from initiation to the pleasure of dancing

One of the great strengths of these balls is their accessibility. No previous experience is required. Each evening begins with a free introductory session, with no need to book, so that everyone can take the plunge with confidence. The steps are explained, the rhythms tamed, and very quickly, the magic happens. We dance together, guided by the music and the collective energy.

Costumes are welcome, but never compulsory. Some arrive wearing period dresses, a frac or a simple accessory, while others prefer contemporary sobriety. It’s all about the pleasure of movement, conviviality and the unique sensation of dancing in a place steeped in history.

Calendar of upcoming balls :

• Friday, January 30, 2026: Charles X
• Friday, February 27: Revolutionary Ball
• Friday, March 27: Années folles
• Friday, April 24: Louis XV & Louis XVI
• Friday May 29: Liberation of Paris
• Friday, June 26: Second Empire – Middle East

A journey through time, from the Ancien Régime to the Liberation

Each ball is conceived as a journey through the centuries. The themes chosen allow us to explore different periods, styles and atmospheres, from the Ancien Régime to the most modern hours of Parisian history. It’s this diversity that makes the event so rich, giving each event its own unique atmosphere.

The upcoming calendar promises some great historical escapes. From the Charles X Ball to the Revolutionary Ball, from the Roaring Twenties to the Liberation of Paris, not forgetting evocations of the reigns of Louis XV and Louis XVI or a ball inspired by the Second Empire and the Middle East, each date is an invitation to discovery. The music, dances and ambience immerse participants in a particular era, while still allowing them great freedom of interpretation.

An elegant and festive interlude in the heart of Paris

Free, open and deeply inclusive, the Bals de l’Hôtel de la Marine embody a certain idea of Parisian culture: lively, generous and elegant. Whether you come to dance, observe or simply feel the atmosphere, these events offer a unique experience, where heritage becomes a playground for sharing.

Practical information

Event : Bals de l’Hôtel de la Marine
Location: Hôtel de la Marine, Place de la Concorde, Paris
Dates : Last Friday of each month
Times: 5:30pm – 8:30pm
Access: Metro Concorde (lines 1, 8, 12)
Admission: Free event
Initiation: Free, no reservation necessary, open to all

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A date to mark in your diary to dance Paris differently, to the rhythm of history.