Paris Gay Pride — Marche des Fiertés
About This Event
The Marche des Fiertés is Paris Pride, organised by the Inter-LGBT federation of associations. The first autonomous gay and lesbian march took place in Paris in 1977, and the event still keeps its political edge: every edition has a list of demands addressed to the government, and the cortège is full of associations, unions and parties alongside the club floats.
The route changes almost every year but usually crosses the Left Bank or the Marais and ends at a big square, often Bastille or République, where a free stage keeps going into the evening with DJs and drag. Joining the march is free and you don't need to register; just slot in behind a group you like. The Marais bars are the after-party, and the queues on rue des Archives and rue Vieille-du-Temple are part of the experience. Ticketed club nights run all weekend.
The march normally falls on the last Saturday of June, during the busiest month of the Paris hotel calendar, so book well ahead. Late June heat in Paris has become a real factor: the city has little shade on long boulevards and the march takes hours, so carry water and a hat.
The 2026 edition shows why. The march planned for Saturday 27 June was called off at the last minute at the request of the Paris police prefecture during a heatwave with temperatures near 40°C. In August, Inter-LGBT announced a replacement date, and the march finally took place on Saturday 3 October 2026 on a shorter route from Place d'Italie via Gobelins, Boulevard Saint-Germain and the Pont de Sully to Place de la Bastille, where a free stage ran from 4pm to 10pm. AFP described the crowd as several tens of thousands; no official count was published. The 2027 date hadn't been announced when we checked.
Parade Route
Where to stay during Paris Gay Pride — Marche des Fiertés
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Schedule & Sub-Events
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Practical Tips
Plan your journey
Avoid driving as traffic restrictions will be in place along the parade route. Public transport is highly recommended.
Arrive early
Arrive at least 30 minutes before the start of the parade if you wish to join the procession at the front.
Stay hydrated
Bring water, especially during warmer months, as the parade can be long.
Explore the Marais
After the parade, head to the Marais district for after-parties, bars, and a vibrant LGBTQI+ scene.
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