Paris has a reputation for being chic, expensive, and exclusive. But think again: when you’re under 25, there are plenty of stylish, accessible, and festive spots where you can dance until dawn, meet people, and experience Parisian nightlife to the fullest… without blowing your budget!
Here are the best places to party in Paris when you’re between 18 and 25:
🎧 1. La Java – Electro club & queer-friendly parties
📍 11th – Rue du Faubourg du Temple
💸 Admission often between €5 and €10 | Affordable drinks
It’s an alternative party institution. Electro, Afrobeat, kitsch pop, techno, queer parties, drag shows… the lineup is varied, the atmosphere inclusive, and the admission is cheap. Ideal for dancing with open-minded people without any hassle.
🎤 2. L’Alimentation Générale – Concert + club + bar
📍 11th – Rue Jean-Pierre Timbaud
💸 Often free entry before 10 pm | €4 pints during happy hour
A multicultural venue where musicians, students, artists, and young travelers mingle. The evening often starts with a live concert (funk, soul, world, etc.), then turns into a dance floor. Perfect for going out in groups and meeting new people.
💃 3. Le Hasard Ludique – Party on the rails
📍 18th – Petite Ceinture / Porte de Saint-Ouen
💸 Free entry or max. €10 | Terrace and DJ Set
Located in a former abandoned train station, this hybrid venue offers outdoor and indoor electro nights, concerts, exhibitions, and food trucks. A festive, young, and very chill atmosphere.
🎉 4. Le Supersonic – Rock & Pop Galore
📍 12th – Rue Biscornet (near Bastille)
💸 Free! Every night
Want a rock night? Indie pop? 80s? This is it. Le Supersonic hosts free concerts every night and then transforms into a dance floor. Perfect for dancing without paying admission (and without listening to non-stop techno 😄).
🍺 5. Le Point Ephémère – Culture and Party on the Canal
📍 10th – Quai de Valmy
💸 Admission often free or <€10 | Pints from €3.50
Located on the banks of the Canal Saint-Martin, this arty venue attracts people under 30 for its electro, hip-hop, drag shows, and socially engaged exhibitions. The atmosphere is relaxed, international, and creative. Bonus: a waterfront terrace in the summer.
🪩 6. La Machine du Moulin Rouge – For serious clubbers
📍 18th – Boulevard de Clichy
💸 Admission between €8 and €12 with advance purchase | Regular drinks
A real club with professional sound and 3 different rooms. Techno, house, funk, or pop parties. The crowd is young, stylish, and the venue remains affordable with advance bookings or early arrivals.
🔥 7. Erasmus and language exchange parties
📍 Bars in Bastille, Latin, Oberkampf…
💸 Free entry – cheap drinks
Want to meet students from all over the world? Practice your English, Spanish, or Italian over a cheap mojito? Erasmus parties are ideal for partying, meeting people, and improving your accent. Check out:
- Couchsurfing Events
- Meetup Paris
- Facebook “Erasmus Paris”
🧭 Bonus: All of this is close to AIJ Paris!
If you stay at the Auberge Internationale des Jeunes, you’re just a few minutes’ walk or metro ride from almost all of these places. Plus, you can walk home after a great night out around Bastille or Oberkampf. Tips for going out smart in Paris when you’re under 25:
- 🎟️ Always book or check Facebook events
- 🕗 Arrive before 10pm to avoid the lines and pay less
- 🧥 No strict dress code in these spots – come as you are
- 🚇 Consider the metro (last one around 1:15am/2am) or the Noctilien
- 💬 Be open-minded, everyone’s there to have fun
