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Kathia St. Hilaire: A Powerful Exhibition at the Perrotin Gallery

The Haitian-American artist Kathia St. Hilaire is showcasing a series of engravings and collages in Paris that delve into themes of spiraling, migration, and exile stories. On view at the Perrotin Gallery from January 10 to March 7, 2026, the exhibition offers a contemplative exploration of diasporic journeys, blending artistic expression with political insight.

The Perrotin gallery hosts an exhibition dedicated to art inspired by the game of chess.

The Perrotin Gallery in Paris is hosting a group exhibition titled A Century of Chess, exploring the impact of the game on modern and contemporary art. Running from January 31 to February 28, 2026, and curated by R. Jonathan Lambert, the show features works by Marcel Duchamp, Man Ray, Martin Parr, and William Wegman. Through paintings, sculptures, and photographs, it delves into the diverse artistic interpretations inspired by this deeply strategic game.

Monroe, the rising star soprano, takes to the stage in churches across Paris and Île-de-France

At just 17 years old, singer Monroe, who rose to fame on the TV show "Prodiges," is embarking on a series of sacred music recitals across France. From May to September 2026, she will grace churches throughout Île-de-France—from Saint-Sulpice to Versailles—with performances that promise to be an exquisite blend of musical beauty and spiritual depth, transporting audiences into a timeless reverie.

Nights of Reading 2026: A Graphic Novel Journey into 18th-Century Life at the Cognacq-Jay Museum

The Cognacq-Jay Museum in Paris invites visitors to kick off the 10th edition of Nuits de la lecture. Join us on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, for a graphic novel journey into 18th-century Paris, guided by Arnaud Le Gouëfflec — a novelist, comic strip writer, and musician.

Kid Cudi unveils "Echoes of the Past," his debut art exhibition in Paris

Fans of Kid Cudi are headed to the 3rd arrondissement of Paris to experience "Echoes of the Past," the rapper’s very first solo exhibition. The event takes place at Galerie Ruttkowski;68 from January 30 to March 1, 2026, where visitors can explore the artist’s paintings, complemented by a unique original sound piece created specifically for the occasion.

The delicious handcrafted King Cakes from Roulés Boulés 2026

Alert! Looking for the best handcrafted Kings’ Cakes in Paris at affordable prices? We recommend checking out Roulés Boulés, a bakery in the 3rd arrondissement that’s serving up everything from classic almond and chocolate-hazelnut galettes to exotic flavors like pandan and even durian — starting January 5, 2026.

In Paris, this cultural center is set to reopen its doors after four years of renovations.

It's official — the Swiss Cultural Center will be opening its doors in Paris very soon. Located in the heart of the Marais, this venue invites us to a season of exciting events starting next spring with a lineup that's looking truly promising!

Free pastry giveaway by Diego Alary themed around iconic TV series and movies

Enjoy four free pastries inspired by iconic movies and TV series, crafted under the guidance of Chef Diego Alary. The tasting takes place from December 19 to 21, 2025, between 12 PM and 6 PM, right in the heart of the Marais.

Nobisan, the excellent Japanese restaurant specializing in delicate temaki in the Marais

After hand rolls, restaurateur Thomas Moreau tackles another icon of Japanese cuisine, temaki, at the Nobisan restaurant in the Marais. With great finesse, this noble establishment is a success.

The 2025 Responsible Christmas Market at the Maif Social Club and free exhibition

The MAIF Social Club looks forward to welcoming you this year to its responsible and gourmet Christmas Market on December 12 and 13, 2025, with lots of surprises in store for the whole family!

Bâton Rouge: the place to create your own custom makeup and learn about colorimetry in Paris.

Looking for the perfect lipstick or blush to match your complexion? Why not go for a custom-made product? That's what Bâton Rouge, an unusual boutique in Paris, offers. The concept? Create your own 100% eco-friendly lipstick, from the color to the fragrance to the texture, as well as your blush, based on your taste, your skin tone, and your colorimetry!

Elmgreen & Dragset's free, hyperrealistic installation in a gallery in the Marais district of Paris.

Behind the window of the MASSIMODECARLO Pièce Unique gallery, a scene that is more real than life itself stops passersby in their tracks: a gallery assistant slumped over her desk, frozen in silence. Created by Elmgreen & Dragset, this hyperrealistic sculpture is at the heart of October 2025, a free exhibition that can be viewed day and night until October 31, 2025.

Forgeries and counterfeiters, from the Middle Ages to the present day: the free exhibition at the National Archives

Can you tell the real from the fake? From October 15, 2025 to February 2, 2026, the National Archives and the Banque de France will be testing your critical thinking skills in their new exhibition on famous forgeries from history.

Underground: Raymond Pettibon's ironic exhibition at the Musée Picasso - our photos

The Musée Picasso Paris presents Underground, an exhibition devoted to Raymond Pettibon, from October 14, 2025 to March 1, 2026. Seventy drawings and fanzines reveal his ironic, subversive universe.

Exhibition The irony of history: Philip Guston caricatures the United States at the Musée Picasso

The Musée Picasso welcomes Philip Guston, an American artist who depicts the United States of the 70s and 80s with humor and irony. The exhibition The Irony of History runs from October 14, 2025 to March 1, 2026.

Voir la mer: a free contemporary exhibition at the Maif Social Club - photos

Contemporary artists draw inspiration from the oceans to create original works, sometimes amusing, sometimes disturbing... Come and discover the Voir la mer exhibition, presented at the Maif Social Club from October 11, 2025 to July 25, 2026.

Les gens de Paris, 1926-1936: the historical exhibition at the Musée Carnavalet is unveiled

What if you could find your great-grandparents in the streets of Paris? The exhibition Les Gens de Paris 1926-1936 at the Musée Carnavalet delves into unpublished census records to reveal the Parisians of the interwar period. From October 8, 2025 to February 8, 2026.

MansA: the Maison des Mondes Africains opens free of charge with the "Noires" exhibition to discover

The Maison des Mondes Africains (MansA) opens its doors in the 10th arrondissement of Paris on October 4, 2025 for two years. This new cultural center dedicated to African and Afro-diasporic cultures is taking up residence in a former haute-couture workshop near Goncourt for two years, with the "Noires" exhibition by Roxane Mbanga running until October 26. And since it's free, we're sure you'll want to check it out. But don't forget to make a reservation for the exhibition.

Catrinas fashion show: the Dia de Muerto fashion party at the Cultural Institute of Mexico

To celebrate Dia de Muerto, the Cultural Institute of Mexico and Clutch Magazine are organizing a Catrinas fashion show: a festive and fashionable event to be experienced on October 30, 2025.

Correspondances, an exhibition mixing contemporary art and 18th-century works at the Musée Cognacq-Jay

Contemporary artist Agnès Thurnauer takes up residence at the Musée Cognacq-Jay, engaging in an unprecedented dialogue between 18th-century works and her modern creations. The exhibition Correspondances runs from October 2, 2025 to February 8, 2026.