Kick-off is set for 6 PM on Saturday. Two hours later, Paris Saint-Germain could secure back-to-back UEFA Champions League titles. To witness the potential crowning of Les Parisiens, numerous venues across the capital and its outskirts are gearing up with massive screens, high-definition broadcasts, and electric atmospheres. Below is a handpicked selection of the best spots to join the celebration.

Initially, a massive fan zone in Paris was planned, but the initiative was shelved due to scheduling conflicts. The mayor’s office had envisioned a vibrant gathering, yet the same day hosts multiple major events: Aya Nakamura at the Stade de France, Damso at Paris La Défense Arena, the ongoing French Open tennis tournament, and a Stade Français rugby match at Jean-Bouin earlier in the afternoon.

Pubs and bars take center stage

While a dedicated fan zone won’t materialize, the party spirit remains alive in bars and pubs scattered throughout Paris. Many establishments, even those not typically tuned into football, are scrambling to secure live broadcasts. A word of caution: most venues operate on a first-come, first-served basis. Arriving by 4 PM is highly advisable to secure a spot.

Familiar haunts like Hall’s Beer Tavern in Châtelet (1st arr.), Café Oz on Grands Boulevards (9th arr.), and O’Sullivans in Pigalle (18th arr.) are must-visit spots. The Belushi’s locations at Gare du Nord (10th arr.) and Canal de la Villette (19th arr.) boast colossal screens. Some venues require advance reservations—often with a fee—while others strictly adhere to the early-bird rule. Finding free or last-minute seats will be a challenge.

In the 13th arr., Wanderlust is hosting a pre-match build-up before transforming the venue into a party zone until 6 AM. Meanwhile, Central Chapelle (18th arr.) is opening its doors at 4 PM, with entry priced at €18.99—covering both the match and the evening’s festivities.

Boom Boom Villette shopping center in the 19th arr. will deck itself out in PSG colors and offer tickets at €20. For those craving a cinematic experience, the Grand Rex in central Paris is also airing the final, though it’s currently fully booked. Prospective attendees can still sign up for the waiting list.

Rooftop Sama in the 5th arr. offers free reservations, while Sacré (2nd arr.) features four giant screens spread across two rooms. In the Bastille district (11th arr.), the Japanese restaurant Yoru presents tiered pricing from €11 to €21. Near Gare de l’Est, Café A has consistently hosted events since the quarter-finals against Liverpool.

Mairie du XVIIe arrondissement fills up fast

Other notable venues include Cabaret Sauvage (19th arr.), Hippodrome de Longchamp (16th arr.), Virage (17th arr.), Canal Barboteur in Bobigny, and La Clairière (16th arr.), all equipped with giant screens. The mairie (town hall) of the 17th arr. can accommodate 600 spectators, but spots are already snapped up.

Beyond the périphérique (ring road), football fever extends to the suburbs. Conflans-Sainte-Honorine and Le Perray-sur-Yvelines are setting up large screens. In Saint-Germain-en-Laye, the Camp des Loges will once again host the broadcast, with doors opening at 3:30 PM.

Fan zones pop up across the Île-de-France region

Noisy-le-Grand (Seine-Saint-Denis) transforms its Hôtel de Ville gardens into a fan zone, while Neuilly-sur-Marne repurposes its athletics stadium. Sand Fabrik in Pantin, Stade Pierre Lacans in Villepinte, and Parc de Ladoucette in Drancy—all opening at 4 PM—offer additional viewing options. In Saint-Ouen, the Communale will buzz with energy, and L’Île-Saint-Denis’s Théâtre Jean-Vilar will screen the match.

Not every venue is joining the football frenzy. Trinquet Village in the 16th arr. and Ground Control in the 12th arr. have opted to stick to their original programs. While Ground Control hosts the grand finale of the Paris Beer Festival, patrons might find it tough to resist glancing at their phones during the match.