On January 22, 2026, Paris La Défense Arena will host an exceptional evening: the Gala des Pièces Jaunes. For its third edition, this must-see event is moving to the largest indoor venue in Europe. Here is the key information you need to know to plan your evening.
THURSDAY JANUARY 22ND, 2026
- 6:00 PM: Gate opening to general public
- 8:00 PM: Start of performances
- 8:15 PM: Start of the Gala des Pièces Jaunes show
WARNING
Remember to plan your return journey carefully and anticipate your travel arrangements as soon as the show ends:
- Metro line 1 – La Défense – last train scheduled at 12:35 a.m.
- RER line A – La Défense – towards Paris – last train scheduled at 12:35 a.m.
- RER line A – La Défense – towards the west – last train scheduled at 12:55 a.m.
- RER line A – Nanterre Préfecture – towards Paris – last train scheduled at 12:37 a.m.
- RER line A – Nanterre Préfecture – westbound – last train scheduled at 12:58 a.m.
For any other route or information, remember to check your timetables and routes on the Île-de-France Mobilités app.
Île-de-France Mobilités.
THURSDAY JANUARY 22ND, 2026
- You can get to Paris La Défense Arena by public transport, bike, or car.
- We recommend using public transport!
- The doors will not open before 6:00 p.m., so we recommend that you do not arrive too early to avoid waiting outside for too long.
- Print your e-ticket or make sure you have enough battery power on your phone to read it on the go.
The color indicated on your ticket (yellow, red, or purple) helps you find your way around, but does not represent a mandatory checkpoint. You can go directly to the entrances indicated below:
THURSDAY JANUARY 22ND, 2026
- Entrance to the pit level will be via entrance 33;
- Entrance to level 1 will be via entrances 5, 34, and 60;
- Entrance to level 4 will be via entrances 8 and 56;
- Entrance to boxes and lounges will be via entrances 21, and 55;
- Access for people with disabilities and reduced mobility will be via entrance 38.
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For disabled access, you’ll need a medical certificate or proof of disability and an ID.
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION
We advise you to come to Paris La Défense Arena via public transportation. Check your itinerary on Île-de-France Mobilités.
- Métro : Ligne 1 La Défense stop
- RER A La Défense – Grande Arche stop or Nanterre Préfecture stop
- RER E Nanterre-La-Folie stop
- Tramway : T2 La Défense stop
- TER : Gare La Défense
TAXI & VTC
Get home safely with the taxi and private hire vehicle ranks available around Paris La Défense Arena.
Drop-off and pick-up points available at 2095 Boulevard de la Défense, at the foot of Maison Georges.
TWO-WHEELED VEHICLE ACCESS
Paris La Défense Arena is accessible by motorcycle, with parking located on the Nanterre side on Place Nelson Mandela. Please note that there will be no security guards on duty. We recommend using public transportation, which is very convenient.
COMING BY CAR
- Coming from Versailles: take “exit 35 – Chatou/Rueil 2000,” then follow signs for La Défense on the D991 and then the D913. Follow the signs once you are on the Boulevard circulaire de la Défense.
- Coming from Saint Denis: Take “exit 2 – Colombes / Bezons / La Garenne Colombes” – then follow La Garenne Colombes on the D992, then La Défense.
- Drop-off and pick-up points are located at 2095 Boulevard de la Défense, at the foot of Maison Georges.
It is prohibited to bring any dangerous or illegal objects, bulky items, objects that could be used as projectiles, or objects that could pose a danger to spectators, visitors, or artists, or that could be misused for malicious purposes, into the Paris La Défense Arena. The following items are therefore prohibited:
- All containers and receptacles,
- Bags other than shoulder bags; bags exceeding these dimensions will not be accepted for storage.
- Helmets, any masks concealing the face.
- Alcoholic beverages.
- Any rolling objects.
- Cameras and video cameras without authorization are prohibited and will be placed in storage.
- Coats are not accepted for storage.
Only prohibited and non-hazardous items are accepted for storage. Containers larger than 50cm x 20cm x 40cm (40l) are not accepted for storage or on site.
A wide range of food options are available inside and outside the hall, where you can enjoy a selection of varied products tailored to your current desires: cold, hot, sweet, savory, etc.
GOURMET COUNTERS
At the heart of Paris La Défense Arena, visit our TOPIVO counters for refreshments. Here, we cook everything on site using fresh ingredients selected from the best the market has to offer. We make our own fries, toast our bread, roll our sandwiches, grill our steaks, assemble our hot dogs, and bake our pizzas. But above all, we love our customers! Discover all the specialties available at our gourmet counters here.
CASHLESS
For faster service, we recommend paying by credit card.
- I am under 16 years old. Can I attend the event?
Yes, only if you are accompanied by an adult.
- Can I bring my baby to the concert?
Everyone, regardless of age (even infants), must have a ticket.
- May I leave my coat in the cloakroom?
No, there is no cloakroom and coats will not be accepted for storage.
- I’m going to be a little late for the event. Will I still be able to enter the room?
Don’t worry, the doors will remain open throughout the event.
To help you prepare for your return journey, here are a few tips to avoid traffic jams and slowdowns:
- If you are traveling by public transport:
- Towards Paris: Go to La Défense station (Line 1 / RER A)
- Other directions: Go to La Défense station for lines L & Tram 2
- If you are traveling by public transport towards Saint-Germain en Laye, Cergy, and Poissy, you can go to Nanterre Préfecture station and take the RER A.
- If you are traveling by car, we recommend that you follow the A86 to return to Paris or the suburbs.
Drop-off and pick-up points are located at 2095 Boulevard de la Défense, opposite Maison Georges.
Safe travel back home !
