57 upcoming art events
Hilma af Klint Exhibition: Guided Tour at Centre Pompidou
Sat, 11 Jul 2026 at 13:00
Centre Pompidou
Take a guided tour of the Hilma af Klint exhibition at Centre Pompidou in Paris. Explore the Swedish artist’s pioneering abstract works and the spiritual themes that shaped her influence on modern art, with insights from a knowledgeable guide. A concise, engaging introduction for art lovers visiting the museum.
Africa Fashion
Sun, 12 Jul 2026 at 12:00
Musée du quai Branly — Jacques Chirac
At the Musée du Quai Branly – Jacques Chirac in Paris, explore contemporary African fashion in dialogue with the museum’s collections. This exhibition brings modern African silhouettes into conversation with historic artifacts, offering a fresh perspective on design and culture.
Licornes
Sun, 12 Jul 2026 at 12:00
Musee De Cluny
Dive into a magical unicorn exhibition at the Musée de Cluny in Paris. The show gathers unicorns from myth, medieval lore, and tapestry legends, offering a family-friendly stroll through fantasy and history in a historic setting.
Jardiner
Sun, 12 Jul 2026 at 12:00
Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie
Explore gardening as both art and science at the Cité des sciences et de l'Industrie. This interactive expo unveils soil, seeds, and sustainable growing with hands-on displays, perfect for curious families and adults visiting Paris.
Renoir and Love: A Joyful Modernity (1865–1885)
Sun, 19 Jul 2026
Musee Dorsay
At Musée d'Orsay, this exhibition surveys Renoir's development from 1865 to 1885, highlighting a joyful modernity in his color, light, and scenes of Parisian life. Rich displays juxtapose paintings, sketches, and contextual material that illuminate late-19th-century French art.
Leonora Carrington
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 at 12:00
Musee Du Luxembourg
Explore the multi-dimensional world of Leonora Carrington at Musée du Luxembourg in Paris. This exhibition surveys the surrealist artist's inventive imagery and gender-defying work across her career.
Renoir and Love: Modernity at Orsay
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 at 12:00
Paris 7ème
Explore Renoir and love as a joyful modernity at the Musée d’Orsay in Paris. This family-friendly exhibition runs Mar 17–Jul 19, 2026 and includes a 1h30 guided experience through masterworks in a grand Parisian setting.
Guided tour: Histoire du Plateau Beaubourg (Centre Pompidou)
Sat, 18 Jul 2026 at 13:00
Centre Pompidou
Join a guided urban tour from Centre Pompidou exploring the history and evolution of the Plateau Beaubourg district. Learn how the Beaubourg plateau became Paris's cultural hub, with expert narration on urban design, architecture, and local landmarks around the Pompidou Centre.
Cartes imaginaires
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 at 12:00
Bibliothèque nationale de France / BnF - site François-Mitterrand
Cartes imaginaires at the Bibliothèque nationale de France invites you to explore imaginary maps and poetic cartography. The exhibition gathers historical and conceptual maps that challenge how we imagine space, with artifacts from the BNF collections.
Matisse, 1941-1954: Guided Tour at Centre Pompidou
Sat, 25 Jul 2026 at 13:00
Centre Pompidou
Discover Henri Matisse's late masterpieces in the 'Matisse, 1941-1954' exhibition at Centre Pompidou. This 11:00 guided tour in Paris invites you to explore bold forms and color shifts that define his final years, with expert commentary and close-look viewing.
Matisse 1941–1954 Exhibition
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 at 13:00
Centre Pompidou
This exhibition surveys Henri Matisse's late works from 1941 to 1954, presented at Centre Pompidou in Paris, highlighting the artist's color, form, and postwar experimentation across major canvases in a landmark modern art venue.
Matisse, 1941–1954: Exhibition at Grand Palais
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 at 12:00
15th arrondissement of Paris
Matisse, 1941–1954 at Grand Palais invites families to explore late works in a landmark Paris venue. This 1h–1h30 exhibition is designed for children from age 6, offering a friendly, insightful introduction to modern art for kids and art lovers alike.
Ouverture de la Maison Pompidou
Mon, 17 Aug 2026
Maison Pompidou, Paris
Centre Pompidou in Paris celebrates the opening of the Maison Pompidou, a landmark moment for the iconic modern-art museum. The event highlights new spaces and programming at the institution, inviting art lovers and visitors to explore its contemporary offerings in a festive, architecture-forward setting.
La Bataille des couleurs
Mon, 17 Aug 2026
Maison Pompidou, Paris
An indoor art exhibition at Centre Pompidou's Maison Pompidou in Paris that explores color's power in modern and contemporary art. The show features bold paintings, sculpture, and multimedia works, inviting visitors to compare palettes across eras in a vibrant, color-driven dialogue.
Couleurs de Corée
Sat, 29 Aug 2026 at 12:00
Centre Culturel Coréen
Explore the vibrant wave of South Korean art at the Centre Culturel Coréen in Paris. This exhibition highlights contemporary artists, design and cultural trends shaping Korea's creative scene, offering a fresh view of modern Korean culture in the city.
The metamorphoses of Guernica
Sun, 6 Sept 2026 at 12:00
Musée Picasso Paris
Explore the metamorphoses of Picasso's Guernica at Musée Picasso Paris, where the iconic anti-war painting is interpreted through preparatory sketches, related works, and multimedia displays. Set in the museum's elegant galleries, the show invites new perspectives on a defining masterpiece.
Le Studio : PLACE AU DESSIN !
Mon, 31 Aug 2026 at 14:30
Musée du Louvre
Join Le Studio: Place au Dessin at the Louvre for a hands-on drawing studio led by museum educators. Draw from masterworks and practice techniques in a studio setting inside the galleries, blending creativity with Louvre ambiance.
Henry Taylor. Where thoughts provoke
Sun, 6 Sept 2026 at 12:00
Musée Picasso Paris
A solo exhibition at Musée Picasso Paris titled Henry Taylor. Where thoughts provoke, inviting visitors to explore memory and perception through Henry Taylor's provocative paintings in a Paris museum setting.
The Cedar, “Green Diadem” of the Mediterranean Heights
Sun, 6 Sept 2026
Musee Dorsay
Explore The Cedar, 'Green Diadem' of the Mediterranean Heights at Musée d'Orsay. This immersive art exhibition pairs paintings, sculpture, and design to reinterpret cedar motifs and Mediterranean landscapes, set within the grand Parisian museum. A refined, thought-provoking showcase for art lovers and visitors.
Youssef Nabil: To Dream Again
Sun, 13 Sept 2026
Musee Dorsay
Experience Youssef Nabil's dreamlike visions in 'To Dream Again' at the Musée d'Orsay. This solo exhibition surveys the photographer's cinematic portraits and luminous imagery, weaving memory and fantasy into a sweeping, salon-like presentation that honors classic French warmth.
Statue of Liberty: Bartholdi’s Paris to New York
Tue, 15 Sept 2026
Musee Dorsay
Explore Bartholdi’s dream of the Statue of Liberty in a Musée d'Orsay exhibition tracing its Paris origins to its journey to New York. The show features sketches, models, and period photography that illuminate a pivotal moment in sculpture and transatlantic history.
Auguste Bartholdi: Liberty Enlightening the World
Tue, 15 Sept 2026
Musee Dorsay
This Musée d'Orsay exhibition surveys Auguste Bartholdi and his iconic Liberty Enlightening the World (the Statue of Liberty). Through sculptures, sketches, and archival materials, the show traces the statue's design, symbolism, and the historical links between Paris and New York.
Cezanne and Us
Wed, 23 Sept 2026
Musee Dorsay
Discover Cézanne's path from 19th-century canvases to modern vision in a sweeping Musée d'Orsay show. 'Cezanne and Us' contrasts masterworks with contemporary responses, revealing how his brushwork and perspective echo through today’s art. A must-see immersion into the enduring relevance of Cézanne.
Cézanne et nous
Wed, 23 Sept 2026 at 12:00
Grand Palais
A major Cézanne retrospective at the Grand Palais, organized with the Musée d’Orsay, surveying the master’s path from early studies to modern painting. The immersive exhibition highlights his influence on generations of artists and situates his work within Paris’s grand gallery tradition.
Sofia Coppola’s Marie Antoinette 20th anniversary
Tue, 22 Sept 2026 at 12:00
Château de Versailles
An immersive costume exhibition at the Trianon in Château de Versailles celebrating the 20th anniversary of Sofia Coppola’s Marie Antoinette. Visitors tour iconic outfits from the film in the palace’s storied interiors, offering a cinematic-fashion journey through 18th‑century aesthetics.
Maison & Objet Paris
Fri, 4 Sept 2026 at 11:00
Paris Nord Villepinte
Maison & Objet Paris is a premier international trade fair for home, decoration, design and lifestyle at Paris Nord Villepinte, attracting designers, brands and buyers from around the world. Explore the latest furniture, lighting, textiles and accessories shaping contemporary interiors.
Maison & Objet
Thu, 10 Sept 2026 at 11:00
Paris-Nord Villepinte Exhibition Center
Maison & Objet is a premier Paris trade show for homeware and decorative items, held at the Paris-Nord Villepinte Exhibition Center. The expo spotlights leading brands, product launches, and sourcing opportunities for designers, retailers, and industry professionals.
Paris Fashion Week – Womenswear Spring/Summer 2027
Tue, 6 Oct 2026 at 12:00
Bpi, Paris
Paris Fashion Week's Womenswear Spring/Summer 2027 highlights couture and cutting-edge design in the city framed by autumn leaves. This flagship fashion event brings runway shows and designer presentations to renowned Paris venues, blending luxury craftsmanship with modern style in a quintessential seasonal showcase.
Decorating the Wall
Sun, 20 Sept 2026
Musee Dorsay
A museum exhibition at Musée d'Orsay examines how walls have been decorated in European art, showcasing paintings and decorative works that illuminate interior surfaces from the 19th to early 20th century. The show invites reflection on how space, color, and pattern shape viewing experience.
Group visits at Bourse de Commerce – Pinault Collection
Mon, 24 Aug 2026 at 20:00
Bourse De Commerce Pinault Collection
Groups of adults can visit the Bourse de Commerce – Pinault Collection with a mediator-guided tour, autonomous visits with their own guide, or free self-guided exploration. Open to all publics, the program highlights the contemporary collection in a dynamic museum setting.
Mary Cassatt: The Choice of Independence
Tue, 6 Oct 2026
Musee Dorsay
Explore Mary Cassatt's evolving portrayal of independence in late-19th-century Paris as Musée d'Orsay presents 'Mary Cassatt: The Choice of Independence'. The exhibition foregrounds Cassatt's intimate portraits and domestic scenes, placed in a grand Belle Époque setting that highlights her modern vision.
Art Basel
Fri, 23 Oct 2026 at 11:00
Grand Palais
Art Basel Paris at Grand Palais Éphémère brings together modern and contemporary art from leading galleries for professionals and the public. Explore curated exhibitions, installations, and the global art dialogue in Paris's iconic venue.
FIAC Paris
Thu, 22 Oct 2026 at 12:00
Grand Palais
FIAC Paris brings leading contemporary galleries to Grand Palais Éphémère for a showcase of cutting-edge art from around the world. This established fair combines gallery booths, talks, and installations, offering a vibrant snapshot of global contemporary art.
Éducation
Mon, 24 Aug 2026 at 20:00
Bourse De Commerce Pinault Collection
Educational group visits at Bourse de Commerce (Pinault Collection) invite schools and students to experience artworks in an accessible setting, encouraging dialogue and the sharing of diverse viewpoints around the collection. The program emphasizes accessibility and inclusive discussion.
Art3f
Fri, 25 Sept 2026 at 11:00
Paris Expo Porte de Versailles
Art3f is a contemporary art fair at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, bringing galleries and artists together for professionals and the public. Discover cutting-edge works across media in a dynamic showroom-style venue, blending accessible art with a festival atmosphere.
Moi et les autres
Sun, 27 Sept 2026 at 12:00
Espace Fondation EDF
An exhibition at Espace Fondation EDF exploring how our online life and social networks fuel contemporary art. The show gathers works that respond to digital culture, data, and online communities, inviting reflection on how the internet shapes imagination and identity.
Jenny Holzer: I Saw
Tue, 20 Oct 2026
Musee Dorsay
Jenny Holzer's text-based works are showcased at Musée d'Orsay in Paris in the exhibition 'I Saw', surveying how language, power, and perception shape public space. Luminous installations and provocative prompts invite reflection across a landmark setting.
Reinventing Landscape: Centre Pompidou Highlights
Sun, 18 Oct 2026
West Bund Museum, Shanghai
This major art exhibition at West Bund Museum Shanghai surveys landscape across modern and contemporary works drawn from the Centre Pompidou, highlighting how artists reinvent the idea of landscape. Curated selections showcase international scope and cross-cultural perspectives in a striking, well-lit gallery setting.
Simone Veil. Mes sœurs et moi.
Thu, 15 Oct 2026 at 12:00
Mémorial de la Shoah
An intimate, moving exhibition at the Mémorial de la Shoah in Paris that dives into Simone Veil and her family's history, offering personal artifacts and a thoughtful look at her legacy.
DESIGN MIAMI.
Tue, 20 Oct 2026 at 11:00
Hôtel de Maisons
DESIGN MIAMI Paris is an international design expo hosted at Hôtel de Maisons, inviting both professionals and the general public to explore cutting-edge design. This Paris edition blends grand showcases with networking in an elegant venue, spotlighting furniture, interiors, and contemporary design trends.
Paris Photo
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 at 10:00
Grand Palais
Paris Photo is a premier international photography fair at Grand Palais Éphémère in Paris, reserved for professional visitors. The event showcases curated photography from galleries and publishers, with exhibitions, screenings, and industry networking in a formal, arts-forward setting.
AKAA (Also Known As Africa) 2025
Sat, 24 Oct 2026 at 21:30
Le Carreau du Temple
AKAA: Also Known As Africa returns to Le Carreau du Temple in Paris, spotlighting African contemporary art with galleries presenting bold sculpture, painting, and installation. A vibrant indoor venue that connects collectors and visitors through cutting-edge work and cultural exchange.
Tisser, broder, sublimer
Sun, 18 Oct 2026 at 12:00
Palais Galliera
Robert Capa. Photographe de guerre.
Sun, 20 Dec 2026 at 11:00
Musée de la Libération
An exhibition at Musée de la Libération in Paris exploring Robert Capa's life and iconic war photography. The show spotlights his daring photojournalism, bringing wartime images to life in a museum setting and offering a compelling window into 20th-century history.
Joie de Vivre: Le temps présent / The Present Time
Tue, 17 Nov 2026
Musee Dorsay
Dive into Joie de Vivre: Le temps présent at Musée d'Orsay, a sweeping exhibition that celebrates the spirit of the present through late 19th–early 20th century art. Expect luminous paintings, sculpture highlights, and curatorial surprises in a grand Paris setting.
Paris Map Fair
Sat, 21 Nov 2026
Espace Cléry, Rue de Cléry, Paris, France
The 25th Paris Map Fair returns to Espace Cléry in central Paris, opening 11:00–18:00 on 21 November 2026. A focused cartography exhibition, it brings together dealers, historians and map enthusiasts to explore vintage and contemporary maps in a dedicated indoor fair setting.
Haute Couture
Thu, 10 Dec 2026 at 20:30
Le Carreau du Temple
Haute Couture, a fashion-show by Josepha Madoki at Le Carreau du Temple in Paris. This couture collection showcases meticulous fabrics and sculptural silhouettes in an elegant, design-forward setting, blending high fashion with contemporary venue ambiance.
Salon du Cheval
Fri, 4 Dec 2026 at 10:00
Paris Expo Porte de Versailles
Salon du Cheval is a premier horse and pony exposition at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles. Discover breeders, riding demonstrations, and equestrian stalls across the Paris venue, a family-friendly fair that celebrates all things horse.
Petits pas sur la lune
Mon, 14 Dec 2026 at 11:00
MUSÉE DE L’AIR ET DE L’ESPACE
Petits pas sur la lune invites families to a playful, hands-on exploration of the cosmos at the Musée de l’Air et de l’Espace. This exhibit offers interactive stations for beginners and kids, guiding little space explorers from Earth to the Moon in a friendly museum setting.
DécouvrirAKAA (Also Known As Africa) 2025
Fri, 25 Dec 2026 at 20:30
Le Carreau du Temple
Explore AKAA: Also Known As Africa, a premier contemporary African art fair at Le Carreau du Temple in Paris. Discover gallery installations, sculpture, painting, and design from artists across the continent in a vibrant urban setting, with curatorial conversations and new commissions that celebrate African creativity.
Dimanche sans fin: Maurizio Cattelan et la collection
Mon, 25 Jan 2027
Centre Pompidou
A major contemporary art exhibition at Centre Pompidou-Metz exploring Maurizio Cattelan's collection through provocative works and conceptual installations. The show surveys the Italian artist's satirical approach and the power of collecting, staged in the museum's modern spaces.
Drawing Now Paris 2026
Sat, 26 Dec 2026 at 20:30
Le Carreau du Temple
Discover Drawing Now Paris 2026 at Le Carreau du Temple, a premier fair celebrating contemporary drawing with gallery booths, artist talks, and live demonstrations. Explore new works by international artists in a historic Paris venue and enjoy a curated panorama of drawing across media.
Urban Art Fair 2026
Sat, 26 Dec 2026 at 20:30
Le Carreau du Temple
Discover Urban Art Fair 2026 at Le Carreau du Temple in Paris. Dive into cutting-edge urban art, installations, and gallery works by local and international artists staged in a historic market hall, blending culture, creativity and urban dialogue.
Artdéco
Sat, 12 Dec 2026 at 21:30
Café de la Danse
Art Déco exhibition night at Café de la Danse in Paris, showcasing vintage-inspired artworks and design pieces that evoke the Art Déco era. The intimate venue offers an artsy, intellectual, and relaxed setting for an evening of culture and contemporary-art vibes.
To Open Eyes: Regards d'artistes
Sun, 31 Jan 2027
Centre Pompidou
Explore artists' perspectives in To Open Eyes: Regards d'artistes, a contemporary art exhibition at Centre Pompidou Málaga. This thought-provoking show brings bold works and new visions to Málaga's cultural hub, inviting visitors to reconsider perception and creativity.
Weaving The Future: Generative AI & Fashion Design
Wed, 27 Jan 2027 at 19:00
Sorbonne Université
An interdisciplinary lecture at Sorbonne Université exploring how generative AI reshapes fashion design from concept to garment creation, examining algorithmic creativity, new design workflows, and the future of sustainable couture at the tech-fashion frontier.
Exposition Collective - Présence
Sat, 13 Mar 2027 at 18:00
Point Éphémère
Opening March 13, 2027 at 17:00, Exposition Collective - Présence brings together a network of photographers for a collective photo-exhibition at Point Éphémère in Paris. The show spotlights contemporary imagery within the venue’s intimate gallery space and riverside ambiance.