Schoolbags ready, bathing suits packed: there's no doubt about it, it's back-to-school time in Paris and the Ile-de-France region. What a joy! Yes, it's great to be back in the capital's museums, foundations and art galleries, and above all, their programming.
As summer draws to a close, brand-new exhibitions await us in these beloved temples to art. Contemporary art, retrospectives, impressionist painters, history or themed exhibitions: there's something for every taste, and every audience. This autumn, it's a chance to discover fabulous artists, admire impressive works and plunge into incredible creative universes... It's hard not to get carried away by this artistic whirlwind.
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But be warned: back-to-school is a time for preparation. So as not to get lost in all the current programs, we've put together a small selection to guide you in your first steps towards museums. Without further ado, here are 10 exhibitions to see as soon as possible.
Musée du Louvre: a free nocturne on May 3, the first Friday of the month
It's the perfect opportunity to take advantage of every month, without exception: the Musée du Louvre opens its doors free of charge to all visitors, on the first Friday of each month, after 6pm. Next date to remember: May 3, 2024 . [Read more]
Alaïa/Grès, the fabulous fashion exhibition at the Fondation Azzedine Alaïa extended again
The Alaïa/Grès Beyond Fashion exhibition brings together for the first time Madame Grès and Azzedine Alaïa, two legendary dress sculptors, at the Fondation Azzedine Alaïa. Discover 60 masterful creations, celebrating the timeless art of couture, from September 11, 2023 to May 20, 2024. [Read more]
Aura, a sound and light show that illuminates the Dôme des Invalides - photos and video
Alerte, a new immersive show, arrives in Paris. From September 22, 2023, we'll be discovering Aura at the Musée de l'Armée, a sound and light show with video mapping that highlights the Dôme des Invalides. [Read more]
Maison Gainsbourg in Paris: new slots go on sale in April
30 minutes of immersion in Serge Gainsbourg's incredible home, where everything has remained unchanged since his death on March 2, 1991. This is the moving and incredible experience that the Maison Gainsbourg has been offering since September 20, 2023. For the occasion, we pushed open the doors of the Maison Gainsbourg. We tell you all about this visit, a real plunge into the singer's intimacy, guided by Charlotte Gainsbourg's voice. New slots will go on sale in April! [Read more]
Musée d'Art Moderne de la Ville de Paris (MAM): An artistic journey from the 20th to the 21st century
The Musée d'Art Moderne de Paris, open since 1961 and located in the heart of the City of Light, a stone's throw from the Eiffel Tower, invites visitors to discover over 15,000 works reflecting the wealth of artistic creation of the 20th and 21st centuries. Open from Tuesday to Sunday, this immersive museum transports us into the world of contemporary art. It's free to visit! [Read more]
Van Gogh exhibition at the Musée d'Orsay, final days and evening shows
The Musée d'Orsay presents an exhibition devoted to the works of Van Gogh, created during the last months of his life in Auvers-sur-Oise. On view until February 4, 2024, and at night on January 26, 27 and 28 (by prior arrangement), we discover a period in the artist's life that was as dark as it was creative. [Read more]
Unusual Paris: the incredible Musée des Moulages at Hôpital Saint-Louis
Want to immerse yourself in unusual Paris? We'd like to introduce you to the incredible and fascinating Musée des Moulages, located in the heart of the Hôpital Saint-Louis. Inside this unique place? A collection of over 4,900 medical waxes tracing the history of dermatological diseases, listed as a Monument Historique in 1992. [Read more]
Maison Poincaré: we visited the very first mathematics museum in Paris
The Maison Poincaré, nestled in the heart of Paris's Latin Quarter, invites you to discover the capital's very first mathematics museum from September 30, 2023. Inspired by the world's greatest science museums, this unique venue promises to illuminate the history, influence and wonders of mathematics for all the curious! We tell you all about it! [Read more]
Mike Kelley: "Ghost and Spirit" exhibition at the Bourse de Commerce, our photos
Mike Kelley's unclassifiable work is on show at the Bourse de Commerce in Paris from October 13, 2023 to February 19, 2024. For four months, come and discover the singular and subversive universe of this American visual artist through the "Ghost and Spirit" exhibition. [Read more]
Fashion and sport, the surprising and unexpected exhibition at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs - our photos
In the run-up to the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, the Musée des Arts Décoratifs will be exploring the links between sport and fashion throughout history, from antiquity to the present day, from September 20, 2023. [Read more]
Not-to-be-missed art events in Paris over the next few days
Night tours, photo festivals, Heritage Days, street-art events... Whatever the season, art is always in the spotlight in Paris! To make sure you don't miss any of these major cultural events, follow our guide to Parisian art events. [Read more]
Historical re-enactment at the Musée de la Grande Guerre: travel back in time this weekend
The Musée de la Grande Guerre (Great War Museum) welcomes visitors back to the days of the 14-18 war, for a weekend of re-enactments on Saturday September 2 and Sunday September 3, 2023. [Read more]
Entrez dans l'arène (de Lutèce): concert, dance, theater and secret party in the 5th arrondissement.
A mysterious weekend is in store in the 5th arrondissemenet of Paris, on September 2 and 3, 2023. On the program: concerts, dance, theater and a secret evening in the heart of the superb Arènes de Lutèce. [Read more]
Parcours des mondes, the international exhibition of primitive and Asian arts, returns to Paris
This autumn, head for the Saint-Germain-des-Près district for the new edition of Parcours des mondes, the international art fair for Africa, Oceania, the Americas, Asia and Archaeology. See you from September 5 to 10, 2023. [Read more]
Paris Design Week 2023: our selection of free decorating and design events to discover
Paris Design Week, the event for lovers of design and ultra-stylish decor, returns to the capital from September 7 to 16, 2023! For 10 days, explore the capital and discover the latest trends in the field, at the heart of galleries, prestigious institutions and unusual venues. It's a truly arty journey, entirely free of charge, and we'd like to share our picks with you ... [Read more]
Chapelle XIV Music Festival 2023: concerts, workshops and technology in an art gallery in Paris
Chapelle Music Festival returns for its third edition in the heart of Paris's 18th arrondissement, from September 7 to 9, 2023. Get ready for three days of overflowing creativity filled with live performances, art installations and electrifying DJ sets featuring legendary and emerging artists from the eponymous label. A 360° arty-cool experience, from the gallery to the electrifying nights of Point Éphémère and FGO Barbara. [Read more]
Tournoi de Chevalets: free artistic competition in the medieval town of Provins
The medieval city of Provins invites you to take part in the "Tournoi de chevalets" on Sunday, September 10, 2023. Free and open to all amateur artists, this competition invites you to reveal your creativity! [Read more]
Salon des Beaux-Arts 2023: dates and programme for this free event in Paris
It's an annual event you don't want to miss: the Salon des Beaux-Arts is back for another edition from September 14 to 24, 2023, at the Réfectoire des Cordeliers in Paris. [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2023 in Paris and Île-de-France: program and tips
The Journées du Patrimoine return on September 16 and 17, 2023, for their 40th edition. In Paris and the Île-de-France region, it's a chance to visit free museums, places that are exceptionally open, unusual guided tours and other great activities, on the themes of "Living Heritage" and "Sports Heritage". [Read more]
Just goes to show, back-to-school has its good points too! Take advantage of all these great exhibitions, and the many other outings on offer around you.
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Looking for something to do in Paris and the Ile-de-France region in September? The start of the new school year brings with it a host of great ideas for getting away from it all, and even extending your vacation into the Indian summer. We take a look at the must-see events that await you in September. [Read more]
What to do in Paris and the Paris Region in September 2024? Back-to-school ideas
