2026 Pride Fortnight in Paris: The Complete Schedule Leading Up to the Grand March on June 27
Every June, Paris becomes the capital of pride and diversity. The 2026 Pride Fortnight promises a packed, festive, and activist-driven program, organized by Inter-LGBT, which is celebrating 26 years of commitment this year.
A program running from June 11 to 27, 2026, throughout Paris
Pride Fortnight 2026 runs from June 11 to 27, 2026, and takes place in Paris and the greater Paris area. Concerts, drag performances, socially conscious parties, and charity events will be held throughout the fortnight to celebrate the diversity of LGBTQIA+ identities.
The event kicks off on June 11, 2026, at La Folie, with a launch party from 7 p.m. to 2 a.m. Ruby on the Nail is hosting the event, and the lineup includes drag bingo, stand-up comedy, live performances, and DJ sets.
Starting on June 12, 2026, the Fier Gala at the Opéra Comique will be a highlight of the charitable and festive season, celebrating the community’s culture and talent. The momentum will continue right through to the grand finale on June 27.
A variety of events to suit every taste
On June 13, 2026, Bar Gallia in Pantin will host “Lipstick Polychrome,” a 100% queer-curated event from 4 p.m. to 1 a.m., with free admission. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the nonprofit Le Refuge. On the same day, Rosa Bonheur in the West will host a “Drag sur Seine” party from 7:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., organized by Secours Populaire.
On June 21, 2026, Workshow Paris is hosting an XXL open-air event from 6 p.m. to midnight to celebrate Fête de la Musique. In addition, on June 25 and 27, 2026, the Apollo Comedy is presenting three separate shows: Ivresse’s one-woman show on June 22, the show *La Cabaretine* on June 24, and the cabaret *Les Retronautes* on June 27.
“Pride Fortnight has become an unmissable event for amplifying LGBTQIA+ voices loud and clear.”
Pride Parade: The Highlight of June 27, 2026
The LGBTQIA+ Pride Parade will take place on Saturday, June 27, 2026. The parade will begin at 1:30 p.m. at the Palais Royal and is expected to arrive at Place de la Nation around 5:00 p.m. The route follows Rue de Rivoli and Rue Saint-Antoine, passes through Place de la Bastille, and then runs along Rue de Lyon, Avenue Daumesnil, and Avenue Diderot.
The event is open to everyone, free of charge. Thousands of people, organizations, and groups come together to celebrate the values of equality, respect, and visibility. The parade is punctuated by activist slogans, music, drag performances, and colorful floats.
After the march, a six-hour celebration takes place at Place de la Nation around the Grand Podium, featuring a free outdoor concert with queer artists and a festive atmosphere that lasts into the evening. As a result, June 27 alone offers a full day of events.
- Start of the Walk: 1:30 p.m. at the Palais Royal, Saturday, June 27, 2026
- The procession is expected to arrive at Place de la Nation around 5 p.m., followed by six hours of festivities
- Free admission, open to everyone—friends, visitors, and families are welcome
- The parade is accessible to people with limited mobility and includes rest stops
- Grand Podium: Free outdoor concert at Place de la Nation after the march
A Pride Celebration Beyond the Beltway
The fight for LGBTQIA+ rights doesn’t stop at the capital’s borders. Every year, usually in early June, the Pride Parade—Pride des Banlieues— takes place in Seine-Saint-Denis. This festive, political, and inclusive event highlights the realities and visibility of LGBTQIA+ people from working-class neighborhoods.
In addition, Pride Fortnight 2026 is also taking root in neighboring towns, such as Pantin, home to Bar Gallia. As a result, the celebration extends well beyond the ring road to encompass the entire Greater Paris area.
After Pride: The Party Goes On All Night Long
Following the march on June 27, many Parisian clubs and venues opened their doors to keep the celebration going. Pride Fortnight 2026 thus came to a close with lively nights throughout the city.
Notable Pride after-parties include: the Trabendo at Parc de La Villette with “Together We Ride” from midnight to 6 a.m., the Machine du Moulin Rouge with the “Pulse” after-party from 11 p.m. to 6 a.m., and Wanderlust with “Flash Cocotte” from 9 p.m. to 7 a.m. On the other hand, some events start as early as the afternoon, such as Mazette with Copain-Copine (pop, from 4 p.m. to 4 a.m.) or La Station – Gare des Mines with Spectrum Waves (techno, from 10 a.m. to 7 a.m.).
Other venues are also joining the lineup: the Gibus Club with Last Dance (electronic music, from midnight to noon), La Bellevilloise with Kiki Pride (house and techno, from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m.), and Madame Arthur with Le Tardigrad (French music, pop, and electronic, from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m.). So, no matter what your musical taste, a post-Pride party awaits you.
Even before the official launch of Pride Fortnight 2026, Paris is decked out in the colors of diversity with the Bal de l’Amour and the Club Culture Festival. Guided tours of Queer Paris are also being offered by #ExploreParis in June and July, in various neighborhoods and on a range of themes.
