September in Paris is much more than a farewell to summer: it’s a chance to reconnect with a city that blooms anew. Far from the crowds around the Eiffel Tower or the Louvre, this is the perfect moment to let yourself be swept away by a creative, authentic, and modern Paris. If you’re looking for vibrant, cultural experiences with an urban flair… this is your month. And with the return to routine, September becomes the perfect excuse to rediscover the youthful pulse of the French capital!
Music festivals and concerts in Paris in September
Jazz à la Villette
From August 28 to September 7, 2025, the Jazz à la Villette festival fills venues like the Grande Halle de La Villette and the Philharmonie de Paris with rhythm. Dive into sounds ranging from jazz to hip-hop and soul, with artists such as Salif Keïta, The Headhunters, and Cimafunk promising unforgettable nights.
More information and full program available here.
Les Kiosques en fête
From May through December 2025, 40 kiosks scattered across Parisian parks and gardens are transformed into open-air stages: music, dance, readings, theater, DJ sets, and creative workshops, all free and open to everyone.
These spaces become oases of improvisation and local encounters… perfect for a romantic afternoon or a laid-back hangout with friends!
Local celebrations in Paris in September
European Heritage Days
Enjoy a magical weekend with the Journées Européennes du Patrimoine (September 20–21, 2025), when monuments, palaces, and museums open their doors. It’s a unique opportunity to explore spaces normally closed to the public or visit city treasures free of charge.
Festival d’Automne
If you’re after contemporary art everywhere you turn, the Festival d’Automne, running from early September through December 2025, is for you. Dance, music, visual arts, and theater take over venues like Fondation Cartier or Palais de Tokyo.
Paris Fashion Week
Fashion takes over Paris from September 29 to October 7, 2025, with pre-events starting on September 27. This edition will showcase the Spring/Summer 2026 prêt-à-porter collections.
On the official calendar: Dior, Balmain, Stella McCartney, Chanel, Louis Vuitton, and Tom Ford, among others, presenting both physical and digital shows. Paris becomes the beating heart of avant-garde design, trendsetting, and urban creativity…
A wave of inspiration for fashion lovers!
Seine River Cruise
Add a sophisticated touch to your visit with a Seine River cruise. Gliding along at sunset offers a new perspective of landmarks like Notre-Dame, the Louvre, and the Eiffel Tower, with Parisian autumn as your backdrop.
This September, Paris is not just a postcard; it’s a living, breathing city beating in a contemporary rhythm: vibrant music, emerging art, collective creation, and fashion setting the pace. From Jazz à la Villette to cultural kiosks, via Fashion Week and a scenic Seine cruise… every day tells a new story.
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