Things to Do in Paris in June 2026

May 24 - June 7

Roland-Garros 2026
The French Open runs in Paris into the first week of June, making it one of the biggest sporting events tourists can catch in the city. It takes place at Stade Roland-Garros and is a major draw for tennis fans visiting Paris.

⚽ Sport

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May 27 - June 27

Renaissance: Da Vinci, Raphael, Michelangelo
View works by the Italian masters at the Atelier des Lumières. This immersive visual exhibition is open through late June.

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June 1 - July 5

Renoir Drawings – Musée d’Orsay
Exhibition at the Musée d’Orsay focused on the drawings of Pierre‑Auguste Renoir, complementing the museum’s Impressionist collections. The Orsay generally opens 9:30–18:00 Tuesday to Sunday, with a late opening until around 21:45 one evening per week; it is usually closed on Mondays. Access to the exhibition is included in the standard museum ticket, with timed‑entry booking recommended and free or reduced admission for EU residents under 26 and children.

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June 1 - July 19

Renoir and Love: A Joyful Modernity (1865–1885) – Musée d’Orsay
Large thematic show at the Musée d’Orsay exploring the theme of love in Renoir’s paintings from 1865–1885, ideal for visitors interested in Impressionism. Opening hours match the museum schedule (roughly 9:30–18:00 most days, late night once a week, closed Mondays). Entry is via the standard Orsay ticket, with free or reduced admission for many under‑26 visitors and children, and free entry for everyone on certain monthly evenings.

🖼️ Exhibition

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June 1-30

Festival de Saint‑Denis 2026 (in the Paris area)
A **classical music festival** held in and around the Basilica of Saint‑Denis, just north of Paris, known for its outstanding acoustics and historic royal necropolis setting. It typically features major orchestras and soloists, and is easy to reach on the metro from central Paris.

🎵 Concert

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June 1-30

French National Holiday Context – No national holiday in June, next is Bastille Day
There is **no national public holiday in France in June**; the next nationwide holiday relevant for visitors is Bastille Day on 14 July, when military parades and fireworks take place in Paris. June visitors therefore encounter normal opening hours, except for one‑off festival disruptions.

📅 Other

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June 1-30

Paris Jazz Festival 2026 – Parc Floral
A long‑running **open‑air jazz festival** held on weekends in the Parc Floral in the Bois de Vincennes, bringing French and international jazz artists to a relaxed garden setting. It combines concerts with the chance to explore one of Paris’s main botanical parks.

🎵 Concert

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June 1-3

Salon International du Livre Rare et des Arts Graphiques 2026
Paris’s main **rare book and graphic arts fair**, held at Le Carreau du Temple in the Marais, gathering antiquarian book dealers, autograph specialists and print galleries. It is interesting even for non‑collectors as a window into literary and art history.

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June 1-30

Michelangelo / Rodin: Corps Vivants – Musée du Louvre
Exhibition at the Louvre juxtaposing sculptures and drawings by Michelangelo with works by Auguste Rodin, focused on representations of the human body. It runs within the museum’s usual timetable (roughly 9:00–18:00 with at least one late evening, closed Tuesdays). Admission is via the standard Louvre ticket; children and certain youth categories benefit from free or reduced entry, and online booking is recommended to avoid queues.

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June 1 - July 9

Artists’ Faces: From Gustave Courbet to Annette Messager – Petit Palais
Portrait‑focused exhibition at the Petit Palais tracing how artists have represented faces from the 19th century to contemporary art, mixing painting, sculpture and photography. The Petit Palais usually opens 10:00–18:00 Tuesday to Sunday, with at least one late‑night opening per week and closure on Mondays. Entry to the permanent collections is free; this temporary exhibition normally requires a paid ticket, with reduced fares for children and concessions.

🖼️ Exhibition

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June 1-7

Roland‑Garros – French Open 2026 (final days in June)
The **French Open tennis Grand Slam** takes place at Stade Roland‑Garros in southwest Paris, with the last tournament days (including the finals) falling in early June 2026. Even without tickets, many visitors enjoy the fan village atmosphere and big screens in the city showing key matches.

⚽ Sport

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June 1-7

Champs‑Élysées Film Festival 2026
A film festival dedicated to **French and American independent cinema**, with screenings, premieres and talks in cinemas along and around the Champs‑Élysées. It is a good opportunity for visitors to discover art‑house films in an iconic Parisian setting, often with some events in English or with subtitles.

🎪 Festival

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June 1-30

AURA Invalides – Immersive Night Show at Les Invalides
Sound‑and‑light immersive show inside the dome of Les Invalides, using projections and music to highlight the monument’s architecture after dark (no museum visit included). Performances take place on selected evenings with multiple time slots after nightfall; visits last around 45 minutes. Tickets must be purchased in advance for a specific time, with adult and reduced prices for children.

📅 Other

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June 1 - August 31

Clair-Obscur – Bourse de Commerce – Pinault Collection
Thematic exhibition at the Bourse de Commerce focusing on chiaroscuro and dramatic light–shadow effects in contemporary art from the Pinault Collection. The museum generally opens every day except Tuesday from late morning to early evening, with one extended evening opening per week; exact times should be verified when planning your visit. Entry is by paid ticket, with free admission for children and discounted rates for students and seniors.

🖼️ Exhibition

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June 6

Nuit Blanche 2026 – Paris All‑Night Arts Festival
An all‑night **contemporary art and light festival** across Paris, with museums, galleries and public spaces open late and filled with installations, performances and projections. It is free to wander and is a good way to see several neighbourhoods in a very unusual atmosphere.

🎪 Festival

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June 6-28

JR: La Caverne du Pont-Neuf / The Pont Neuf Cave
Large-scale immersive public artwork by French artist JR transforming the historic Pont Neuf bridge into a 120‑metre‑long sculptural installation, conceived as a tribute to Christo and Jeanne‑Claude. The work is outdoors and visible at all hours, though visiting in daylight or early evening is most practical for families. Access to the bridge is free; no ticket is required.

🖼️ Exhibition

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June 21

Paris Music Festival
An annual open-air celebration coinciding with the summer solstice, where free concerts and performances take place in streets and venues across the city.

🎪 Festival

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June 21

Fête de la Musique 2026 – Citywide Music Celebration
Every 21 June, Paris turns into a **giant open‑air concert** for Fête de la Musique, with free performances on streets, squares and in bars across all districts. Visitors can simply walk and follow their ears, from amateur street bands to professional concerts on larger stages.

🎪 Festival

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June 27

Paris Events in June 2026 – Paris Pride Parade (Marche des Fiertés)
The Paris **LGBTQ+ Pride March** usually takes place on a Saturday in late June, forming a large, colourful parade with music trucks, dancers and free concerts, often ending in central areas like République or Bastille. It is a major annual celebration that visitors are welcome to watch along the route.

🎪 Festival

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