Cabarets in Paris for Groups, Birthdays, and Hen Parties

Why choose a cabaret for a birthday or hen party in Paris?

Organizing a group night out in Paris often feels like a real logistical headache. Finding a restaurant that accepts 12 or 15 guests at the same table, then moving everyone by taxi to a club, hoping to get past the bouncer without losing half the group along the way... Every organizer has experienced this scenario at least once. This is precisely why the festive cabaret has become the number one solution for a successful birthday or hen party in the capital.

The principle is simple and incredibly effective: everything happens in one place, from the welcome aperitif to the last dance. Dinner is served at the table with the first animations, the grand show, then the dance floor opens at the end of the evening. No travel, no convoy organization in the middle of the night, no risk of being refused entry. This is what we call the "3-in-1" concept: zero stress and 100% party. And with a selection ranging from family shows to VIP champagne experiences, every budget and every desire find their package.

Party in Montparnasse: Oh! César and Oh! Happy, kings of clubbing

If your priority is to dance until the end of the night, the Montparnasse district concentrates our two most festive addresses, just a few meters apart on Avenue du Maine.

Oh! César cabaret: dinner, show, and club until 2 AM

The Oh! César cabaret, heir to the legendary César Palace run by Frank Clérico, is the absolute champion of the "3-in-1" concept. The animated dinner gives way to the grand revue Les Nuits de Lola, then the hall transforms into a real dance club until 2 AM. Three packages adapt to your group: the Attraction package for the essentials, the Burlesque package with wine included, and the Diabolo prestige package which adds champagne as an aperitif and beef fillet to the menu. A sure bet for a hen party or birthday that wants it all: great food, a show, and dancing.

Oh! Happy cabaret: live music, blind test, and karaoke

Next door, the Oh! Happy cabaret focuses on interactivity and live music. Blind test during dinner, concert with professional musicians and singers, karaoke on stage, then DJ set: the atmosphere never drops. For groups who love to sing their hearts out to hits from the 70s to today, the Musician package is ideal. The Happiness package adds wine at the table, while the Champagne package offers the most upscale experience, with a glass of champagne and designer wine. The non-judgmental atmosphere makes it one of our favorites for hen parties and team buildings.

Comedy in the spotlight: Parisian comedy cabarets

Not all groups dream of feathers and sequins. For those who place laughter at the heart of the evening, two human-sized Parisian institutions stand out for their unique proximity to the artists.

L'Âne qui Rit: gastronomy and stand-up near the Étoile

Located on Rue de l'Étoile in the 17th arrondissement, l'Âne qui Rit inherits a history of over forty years initiated under the name of l'Âne Rouge. In a venue with furniture designed by Philippe Starck, it combines a full gourmet dinner and two hours of stand-up. The Tradition Full package offers a land-sea duo of starters, a choice of main course, and all drinks included. Its variant, the Land or Sea package, lets each guest compose their menu according to their tastes, a rarity that delights groups with varied desires.

Grenier du Rire: 45 years of intimate café-theatre

Nearby, on the Ternes side, the Grenier du Rire has been cultivating the art of intimate cabaret for 45 years. Dinner is enjoyed at the table before the stage lights up for 1h30 of show blending humor and magic, with a renewed lineup of artists each night thanks to the open stage. The VIP of Laughter package includes an aperitif, a full meal, and a bottle of wine for two. A warm and affordable setting, particularly appreciated for birthdays and outings with colleagues.

Artishow: the only transformist cabaret in Paris

Artishow, nestled in a secret alley in the 11th arrondissement near Nation, is a unique case in our selection. Since 2002, it is the only traditional transformist cabaret in Paris: professional artists transform into icons of French chanson in a live, technical, and never vulgar show. Here, there's no dance floor, but something irreplaceable: the artists sit at your table, make you laugh, and integrate you into their act. The 5-Star Package includes a gourmet dinner and the full show. For a big occasion, the Prestige Package adds VIP seating, champagne, and an exclusive backstage tour. The intimate format, ideal for 6 to 20 people, makes it a memorable and truly different experience for an atypical hen party.

Paradis Latin: the historic setting designed by Gustave Eiffel

In the heart of the Latin Quarter, Paradis Latin is one of the oldest and most prestigious cabarets in Paris still in operation, in a hall rebuilt by Gustave Eiffel in 1889. The grand revue L'Oiseau Paradis, staged by Kamel Ouali, showcases dance, poetry, and humor carried by thirty international artists. It's the ideal address to mark an exceptional birthday or a romantic evening in a grand setting.

A range of packages for every moment

For a show without a set dinner, perfect after dining out, opt for the Show & Glass of Champagne or its more generous version, the Show & 1/2 Bottle of Champagne. For the complete experience, the Gustave Eiffel dinner show package combines a menu by Guy Savoy and desserts by Pierre Hermé with the grand revue. The Prestige Package guarantees the best seating, and the Napoleon Package offers the ultimate VIP experience in the Gold Circle with Bollinger champagne. Finally, for a family outing during the day, the My First Cabaret show, magical and interactive from 3 years old, will delight both young and old.

Expert organization: booking, budget, and dress code for groups

The logistics of a group night out are prepared well in advance. Here are the tips every good organizer should keep in mind before confirming their booking.

Book early to guarantee the same table

This is the most important advice. Booking a cabaret is not like booking a regular restaurant: venues have a limited number of tables suitable for large groups, and spring or year-end weekends fill up months in advance. For a group of 10, 15, or 20 people to be seated together, contact the venue as early as possible, ideally two to three months before the desired date. The more you anticipate, the more likely you are to get the date, table, and package that suit you.

Choose the right packages to manage the budget

Budget management is often the number one source of tension in a group. To avoid painful discussions at the end of the evening, opt for all-inclusive packages with drinks included. At Oh! César, the Diabolo package includes champagne and wine; at l'Âne qui Rit, drinks accompany the entire dinner; at Paradis Latin, the Napoleon package includes half a bottle of Bollinger champagne per person. These packages allow everyone to know their exact share before even arriving, and the organizer doesn't have to turn into an accountant at 1 AM.

The dress code: elegance over costume

A crucial point for hen parties and birthdays: most of our cabarets require a smart attire. Full costumes and overly flashy accessories are generally refused at the entrance, to preserve the atmosphere of the evening for all guests. The best approach for a hen party? Opt for chic and matching outfits and limit yourself to discreet accessories like a veil, headband, or humorous badge. If in doubt, contact the venue before your visit: the teams are always available to validate your choices. Good to know: Artishow and Grenier du Rire, more relaxed, do not impose a strict dress code.

Logistics and accessibility: simplifying your group's transport

Managing a group's movements in Paris at night is often more complicated than it seems. Good news: our cabarets are spread across well-served hubs.

Montparnasse, an asset for provincial groups

Oh! César and Oh! Happy are located a stone's throw from the Montparnasse train station, in the 15th arrondissement. A considerable advantage for groups coming from the provinces by TGV: you get off the train, a five-minute walk or a taxi, and you're in front of the cabaret. The Montparnasse Tower parking also offers an advantageous night rate from 7 PM, ideal for those coming by car.

Latin Quarter, Étoile, Ternes, and Nation: easy access

Paradis Latin, in the 5th, is accessible by metro lines 10 (Cardinal Lemoine) and 7 (Jussieu), in the heart of the Latin Quarter. L'Âne qui Rit and Grenier du Rire, in the 17th, can be reached via Charles de Gaulle - Étoile or Ternes station, with a public parking nearby. Finally, Artishow, in the 11th, is well served by metro line 9 (Rue des Boulets) and RER A (Nation), ideal if your group is based in eastern Paris. Note: most of these venues are accessible on one level to people with reduced mobility, a comfort to mention when booking.