Paris police request cancellation of Pride March due to heatwave

On June 26, 2026, the Paris police issued a request to the organizers of the Pride March to postpone the event scheduled for Saturday. Authorities cited concerns regarding exceptionally high temperatures, which are currently placing significant strain on emergency services and local hospitals. The police warned that if the event is not postponed voluntarily, they will enforce an official ban. The Pride March typically attracts tens of thousands of participants to the streets of Paris. In a similar preventive measure, authorities have also requested the postponement of the Solidays music festival and a sporting event at the Charlety Stadium. Both of these events were also expected to draw large crowds. These directives are part of a broader official effort to manage public safety during the ongoing heatwave.