The best outdoor parties in Paris

© Quentin Chevrier / Pavillon Puebla / Croisière Disco Disco

Where to party outdoors, grab a drink, have a bite, and chill in the open air with your crew or as a duo? On a barge or during an open-air festival, to enjoy the France national team matches or dance to the sunset, here is the report on the most stylish open-air cafes of the summer, all tested and approved by your dedicated team!

The party: Have you ever partied on a moving boat? The cruise takes on its full meaning here. Since they couldn't reopen their bar, the Disco Disco Cruises are back at Quai Saint-Bernard on the Seine, starting at 7 PM, with a line-up led by collectives and DJs from the new Parisian scene, all while cruising past the most beautiful monuments of the capital. Here, tradition dictates that everyone screams as soon as the boat passes under a bridge! At 11 PM, it's back to the dock for the second part of the evening at the disco club—stationary this time—which promises to last until 1 AM. Watch out, the dress code requires sparkles, fringes, and color!

Who do we run into? Party girls and fans of 90s/2000s hits.

On the menu: We love the charcuterie and cheese platters to share for two or four (€18 and €22) and the generous pizzas of your choice: regina, cheesy, or veggie (€15). As for drinks, there is a wide choice between Spritz and cocktails (starting at €10), wines and champagnes, or even shooters (starting at €5) for the most determined.

Disco Disco Cruise, 4 Quai Saint-Bernard, Paris 5th. From €10 on Shotgun

The party: After a wild opening with Lilly Wood & The Prick, the party at the Parvis continues with live concerts and entertainment every night. On the program each week: Monday is blind test night, Tuesday features concerts by emerging artists, while Wednesday gives way to drag queens Rose and Punani. Every Thursday holds concerts by well-established artists (Styleto, St Graal, Piche…), Fridays promise a reggaeton party, and the weekend is all about dancing and relaxation.

Who do we run into? The kings of afterwork, groups of friends on the terrace, and everyone from Western Paris coming to enjoy the long summer evenings at the foot of the skyscrapers.

On the menu: Homemade sandwiches from Musa kick off the show, while CUT gets its grilled meats sizzling over the fire. For an Italian break, Napoli Streat bets on authentic Neapolitan street food: pizzas by the slice, generous panozzi, and ingredients imported straight from Italy. For sweet treats, it's hard to resist the Magnum ice cream kiosk or the Ben & Jerry’s caravan. At the bar, we toast with Gallia bières, spicy Gimber mocktails, or a selection of wines by Oé. A menu designed to nibble, share, and travel without leaving the festival.

Garden Parvis, at the foot of La Grande Arche de La Défense. Monday from 11:30 AM to 8 PM, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday from 11:30 AM to 10 PM, Thursday from 11:30 AM to 11 PM, and Sunday from 11:30 AM to 7 PM. Until July 30th.

The party: Parisians looking for an aperitif and an outdoor party, take note: this is the coolest summer spot on the "East Side." Located on the huge forecourt of the Palais de la Porte Dorée, the temporary terrace of Poisson Lune becomes Les Lionnes this year in an ultimately chill atmosphere. On the agenda: cultural events, a visit to a tropical aquarium, street food stands, and DJ sets. Que calor!

Who do we run into? On Wednesdays and weekend afternoons, neighborhood kids take over the dance floor and workshops while their parents enjoy a well-deserved drink. When evening comes, the kids are in bed, leaving us the whole space to dance!

On the menu: In addition to a different food truck every day, the spot serves up a delicious and generous selection. On the menu: pizzas to share with friends (from €13), sardines in oil (€8), piquillos hummus (€7.5), or eggplant caviar (€8.5). And to keep the fun going, the bar remains open continuously, from the first coffee to the last drink: bières (from €4), lemonade (€5), bissap (€5), wines, and cocktails (from €9).

Les Lionnes at the Palais de la Porte Dorée, 293 avenue Daumesnil, Paris 12th. Open until September, Tuesday to Sunday from 4 PM to midnight on weekdays and from 12 PM to midnight on weekends. Closed on Mondays. All info online. © Le Poisson Lune

The party: A great aperitif and DJ set—that is the promise of Mama’s Guinguette. On its terrace decorated with lanterns and cute little lights, a pétanque court and a pastis bar instantly plunge you into a holiday atmosphere in Provence.

Who do we run into? Cool people from Western Paris coming to vibe to the latest sounds.

On the menu: We dare to try the charcuterie board from Maison Pardon (Noir de Bigorre dry sausage, dry hog ham, pepper andouille, country terrine, Noir de Bigorre rillettes, €20). When the sun goes down, relaxation gives way to partying and cocktails. On the menu, you can choose to sip a pint (from €6.50), cocktails (from €12) and mocktails, shooters, or wine.

The best time: Fridays and Saturdays for parties with DJs until the end of the night.

Mama Shelter Paris West, 20 avenue de la porte de la Plaine, Paris 15th. Open Monday to Wednesday from 7 PM to 11:30 PM, Thursday to Saturday from 7 PM to midnight, and Sunday from 7 PM to 11 PM. © Mama Shelter Paris West

The party: 1,000 m² of wild terrace with plants and fruit trees, sun, good music, cocktails, and street food… Papa Cabane is back this year near Bercy with a more tropical spirit than ever. The cool option? Take over a pétanque court with your crew, before settling at a table to dance in a group and watch the evening's football match.

Who do we run into? Trendy startupers for an afterwork and fans of the France national team.

On the menu: Super bocks bières (from €6) or a Beefeater Gin and Tonic (€12) that goes down easy, all accompanied by a comforting burger (€12) or a beautiful charcuterie board to share (€35).

The best time: Thursday and Friday nights for a casual after-work vibe, and Saturday for a wild first part of the evening with a DJ and dancers atmosphere!

Papa Cabane, rue Paul Belmondo, 75012. Reservations at 01 53 46 50 17. Open Thursday to Friday from 5 PM to 11 PM and Saturday from 2 PM to 11 PM. All info online. © ForGeorges and Papa Cabane

The party: Formerly the headquarters of Basques in Paris, Le Trinquet Village gets a makeover in a reorganized, cleaner, and chicer space. Right next to its Basque pelota courts, it has set up handpicked street food stands, a restaurant, and a cocktail bar to enjoy with friends on the nearly 4,000 m² terrace. Operation aperitif is on!

Who do we run into: Two rooms, two vibes—between fancy thirty-somethings quietly settled in the dining area, and the golden youth of the 16th arrondissement who came to enjoy this space to party without having to travel too far.

On the menu: On the food truck side, we find La Cabane Basque for hearty sandwiches, tapas to share, and meats that smell beautifully of the South-West. There's also Uncle Jean Burger Time, the smashburger spot that ticks all the boxes: ultra-soft bread, homemade sauce, and well-sourced toppings. Craving Italy? The Pinsa Club serves its generous focaccias starting at €9.90. We also love PFC – Poulet Fritness Club, self-proclaimed "best fried chicken in Paris," and for a quick Asian stopover, head to NOYPI, where street food is prepared right before your eyes, made to order.

Trinquet Village, 8 quai Saint-Exupéry, Paris 16th. Open from 6 PM to 2 AM Tuesday to Saturday. All info online. © Instagram / @trinquetvillage

The party: It was under the initiative of Thibaut Sinclair and his team that Mademoiselle Mouche was born. An adventurer at heart, this fun-lover set his mind on dusting off the aging Compagnie des Bateaux-Mouches to turn it into one of the trendiest spots in the capital: #theplacetobe. Picture this: sipping a couture cocktail against a backdrop of excellent DJ sets right by the water, with a stunning view of the Eiffel Tower… The ultimate bliss guaranteed! For the occasion, the terrace got a makeover and transformed into a real garden on the water with its magnificent flower pergola where Parisians will come to enjoy the most beautiful sunsets. Big crush on the feeling of grass under our feet.

Who do we run into? Clubbers heating up the dance floor… cocktail in hand.

On the menu: Among all the cocktails (€15), we hesitate between an espresso martini, a gin tonic, or a jamaican mule. For a more summery mood, there is a choice between a cold bière (€9) or a nice glass of Spritz (€15). In a celebratory mood? We opt for a bottle of Moët (€200) or Dom Perignon (starting at €450).

Mademoiselle Mouche, Port de la Conférence, Pont de l'Alma, Paris 8th. Open Friday to Saturday from 6 PM to 2 AM. Reservations recommended online or via SMS at 06.01.35.15.99 © Mademoiselle Mouche

The party: Le Perchoir team strikes again and continues to delight us on its double XXL high-perched terrace, in the heart of the Buttes Chaumont. In a sublime Napoleon III-era hunting lodge, it's a green Eden ideal for arriving in a group, smoking cigarettes, and flirting with neighboring tables…

Who do we run into? Hipsters and trendy thirty-somethings from the East Side.

On the menu: At the top of the list, the essential Moscow Mule with ginger beer (€11). Then for big appetites, we share amazing pizzas: margherita (€12), limone (€13), veggie (€13), salame (€14), or tartufo (€19).

The best time: At dusk to chill in the cool air.

Pavillon Puebla, Parc des Buttes Chaumont, Avenue Darcel, Paris 19th. Open Wednesday to Friday from 4 PM to midnight, Saturday from 2 PM to midnight, and Sunday from 2 PM to 9 PM. Reservations and information online. © Agathe Hernandez and Studio Cuicui

The party: Hervé Prouteau (the creator of the parties at Chalet des Iles!) and his crew have struck again with La Tropézienne, a party that is both chill and wildly jet-set, on the terraces of the Aquarium de Paris. The program every Thursday: aperitif, deckchairs, and clubbing, in an atmosphere worthy of the Place des Lices. Get out your gingham dress and espadrilles, BB has just taken possession of you.

Who do we run into? Forty-somethings from the golden West, beautiful people looking for a party, and those nostalgic for the great era of the Chalet des Iles.

On the menu: Bars, food trucks, and sharing spaces will delight the biggest foodies. A choice of Mediterranean specialties or Asian cuisine to nibble on in the outdoor food court set up for the occasion, featuring sushi, woks, and tempuras prepared before our amazed eyes by the chef.

La Tropézienne, 5 avenue Albert de Mun, Paris 16th. Until September / October depending on the weather. All info online. © instagram / @latropeziennedutrocadero

The party: Moored at the Port de la Rapée, this pirate-soul boat is the headquarters for night owls who refuse to choose between a terrace on the water, a sunset, and a dancefloor that comes alive as the evening goes on. Live concerts, DJ sets, continuous cocktails, and an breathtaking view of the Seine: at Barbanegra, the Parisian summer takes on a serious holiday flavor without leaving the ring road.

Who do we run into? Groups of friends in a spilling-over aperitif mode, live concert aficionados, Sunday dancers turned kings of the dancefloor, and a few regulars who already know the way to the upper deck by heart.

On the menu: We share a few plates to nibble on between drinks while the bar lines up cocktails, ice-cold bières, and summer classics to sip facing the water. However, the true specialty of the house remains that festive atmosphere that starts gently at sunset and often ends well after midnight.

Barbanegra, 13 Port de la Rapée, Paris 12th. Open every day from 7 PM to 2 AM.

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