From December 19 to 22, 2025, Paris La Défense Arena was the scene of an extraordinary event. Gims performed five sold-out concerts in just four days, including an exceptional double date on Saturday, December 20, with a show at 2 p.m. followed by a second at 8 p.m. This rare feat confirms the artist as one of the major figures on the French and Francophone music scene. As part of his Winter Tour, this series of concerts was one of the highlights of the musical year in Paris. Every evening, tens of thousands of spectators flocked to Paris La Défense Arena to attend a monumental show, designed as a celebration of Gims’ entire career (and also Maître Gims, of course).
A series of XXL concerts
Few artists are capable of filling Paris La Défense Arena for such a long period. With these five consecutive dates, Gims rose to a logistical and artistic challenge of the highest order. Each concert was sold out, bringing together a huge and diverse audience from all over France and sometimes even from abroad.
Saturday’s double performance made a particularly strong impression. The afternoon concert attracted many families, while the evening session had a more nocturnal and festive atmosphere. Two different atmospheres, but the same enthusiasm, demonstrating Gims’ ability to appeal to all audiences.
A spectacular show worthy of Paris La Défense Arena
As soon as we entered the venue, the tone was set. Gims’ show at Paris La Défense Arena stood out thanks to its ambitious and meticulous stage design. Monumental sets, precision lighting, giant screens, and immersive visual effects accompanied each song, reinforcing their emotional impact.
The artist opted for a highly visual, almost cinematic show, alternating between grandiose scenes and more refined moments. This staging, designed for an unusually large venue, made it possible to fully exploit the space and maintain a constant intensity throughout the two-hour concert.
A shower of tubes for total communion
Musically, Gims performed an impressive repertoire, a true summary of his ten-year career. The hits came thick and fast, triggering an immediate reaction from the audience with each recognizable intro.
From Bella to Sapés comme jamais, from J’me tire to Est-ce que tu m’aimes ?, not to mention more recent tracks, each concert turned into a huge collective karaoke session. Paris La Défense Arena sang with one voice, creating a rare atmosphere of communion, amplified by the acoustics and layout of the venue.
An acclaimed vocal performance
Beyond the spectacle, Gims’ vocal performance impressed observers. His powerful and controlled voice impressed night after night, despite the intense schedule of concerts. Few artists can maintain such a pace while retaining such vocal precision.
On stage, Gims alternated between raw energy and more subdued moments, sometimes letting the audience sing alone before resuming the concert. This subtle management of rhythm and emotional tension helped make each date a unique experience.
A unifying tour for all generations
One of the most striking aspects of these concerts at Paris La Défense Arena was the diversity of the audience. Children, teenagers, parents, and grandparents gathered side by side, united by songs that have become intergenerational.
This family dimension was particularly evident during the afternoon concert, where many children sang along with their parents. This is a rare sight for a tour of this magnitude, illustrating Gims’ unique place in the French music scene.
An artist alone in the center of a huge arena
Despite the extravagance of the production, Gims often occupied the stage alone, fully embracing this relative solitude in the immensity of Paris La Défense Arena. It was a powerful artistic choice that reinforced the almost introspective nature of certain moments during the concert.
This contrast between the grandeur of the venue and the artist’s sometimes minimalist presence gave the show a special depth, highlighting the direct relationship between Gims and his audience.
Paris La Défense Arena, epicenter of major tours
With these five consecutive concerts, Paris La Défense Arena confirms its status as a must-see venue for major tours and international shows. The venue’s modularity, capacity, and technical quality ensured a smooth and spectacular show at every performance.
This musical marathon is one of a long series of major events hosted by the venue, reinforcing its central role in Parisian cultural life.
A triumph that already calls for a return
At the end of this exceptional week, an announcement already had fans buzzing: Gims will return to Paris La Défense Arena next year. This confirmation comes as no surprise after such success, as these concerts marked the end of 2025.
This series of dates will remain one of the highlights of the Winter Tour, a pivotal moment in Gims’ career, and a major event for Paris La Défense Arena.
A memorable page in the history of live music in Paris
With his artistic ambition, vocal performance, connection with the audience, and logistical prowess, Gims transformed Paris La Défense Arena into a musical epicenter for four days. These five exceptional concerts will remain a highlight in the history of concerts in Paris.
A rare feat, worthy of an artist capable of bringing together all generations around the same show, in one of Europe’s largest venues.
