New Year's Eve Fireworks and Show at the Arc de Triomphe
Gather along a pedestrianized avenue for an open-air celebration highlighting the culture, creation, and sporting spirit of Paris. Spectators can enjoy an electric atmosphere leading up to a grand final show with monumental video mapping, a countdown, and a fireworks display. The program includes tributes honoring the 70th anniversary of the Paris-Rome twinning alongside the achievements of Paris Saint-Germain.
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When
Tickets
Free.
Hours
From 19:00.
Ages
All public
Neighborhood
Champs-Élysées
Parking
Parking locations listed are Francois 1er, 17 Rue François 1er, and Champs-Elysees Pierre Charron, 67 Rue Pierre Charron.
Accessibility
Strollers are strongly discouraged.
Pets
Dogs are not admitted.
Going?
Location
Tips & Advice
- Arrive soon after access opens at 19:00 because heavy crowds are expected and early arrival is strongly advised.
- Use the main entrance at Place de la Concorde, or access the avenue from Montaigne, Matignon, or Franklin D. Roosevelt.
- Wear warm layers and bring rain protection for this outdoor evening celebration.
- Stay very vigilant with young children; stroller use is strongly discouraged, and the heavy crowds may make moving around difficult.
- Leave prohibited items at home, including glass bottles, alcohol, pyrotechnics, bikes, scooters, helmets, weapons, sharp objects, and dogs.
Special Events & Promotions
- This year's theme is 'Paris des arts et des idées', celebrating Paris as a city of culture, creativity and sport.
- The show pays tribute to the 70th anniversary of the Paris-Rome twinning and to Paris Saint-Germain's historic successes.
- Public transport is free across Île-de-France from New Year's Eve evening into New Year's Day.
Links & Contact
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I bring young children or a stroller?
Children are welcome, but keep a very close eye on young ones. Strollers are strongly discouraged.
What items are not allowed?
Banned items are weapons, sharp objects, glass bottles, alcohol, fireworks and other pyrotechnics, and helmets. Bikes and scooters are also not allowed.
Can I bring my dog?
No, dogs are not admitted.
Where is the main entrance?
The main entrance is at Place de la Concorde. You can also get in from Avenue Montaigne, Avenue Matignon and Avenue Franklin D. Roosevelt.
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