Contemporary art

BLEU FUTUR Exhibition by RASSIM® at the Bulgarian Cultural Center

The Bulgarian Cultural Institute is hosting Paris’s first exhibition showcasing the bold, experimental work of Bulgarian artist RASSIM®. Join us on Thursday, February 5th, from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM for the opening reception.

Haute Couture Week in Paris: at Le Meurice, immersive dinners blend art and cuisine

On the occasion of Paris Haute Couture Week, a flagship event of Fashion Week, Le Meurice hosts immersive dinners that blend art and fine dining.

Art3F 2026: The international contemporary art fair making its return to Porte de Versailles this weekend

The contemporary art fair Art3F is back for a new winter edition in Paris: join us from January 23 to 25, 2026, at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles for an event that caters to all art enthusiasts.

District 13 International Art Fair 2026 at Hôtel Drouot this weekend – SPECIAL PROMO CODE

The District 13 International Art Fair is returning to Hôtel Drouot in Paris from January 15 to 18, 2026. Discover urban art, explore international galleries, and take advantage of special prices and a promo code to save money. Enjoy a 20% discount with the promo code: SAP!

Annette Messager at the Museum of Hunting and Nature: An Exhibition Exploring the Relationship Between Animals and Humans

The Museum of Hunting and Nature in Paris is presenting a groundbreaking exhibition by artist Annette Messager, focused on animal imagery and its artistic reimagining. Running from April 14 to September 20, 2026, the show is titled "A Swallow Doesn't Make Spring." It features a mix of installations, hybrid artworks, and iconic pieces that engage in a compelling dialogue with the museum's existing collections.

Solid'Art Paris 2026: The Charity Art Fair Makes Its Return to the Carreau du Temple

The Carreau du Temple hosts the latest edition of Solid’Art, the contemporary art fair supporting the Secours Populaire. From April 2 to 5, 2026, visitors can enjoy striking modern artworks while contributing to a worthy cause.

Art Shopping 2026: The Spring Edition of the Contemporary Art Fair at the Carrousel du Louvre

The Art Shopping fair is taking place at the Louvre Carousel in Paris from April 10 to 12, 2026, for its spring edition. Find out what's on the agenda.

Montrouge Fair 2026: The Contemporary Art Exhibition Showcasing the Next Generation of Talents

The Montrouge Pavilion is back for its 69th edition, running from February 13 to March 1, 2026. This must-attend event in the contemporary art scene showcases dozens of emerging artists each year, all gathered within the 1,500 square meters of the Beffroi.

Mira Art Fair 2025: discover contemporary Latin American art at the Maison de l'Amérique Latine

Mira Art Fair, the contemporary art fair, invites us to travel and discover new artists, from November 13 to 16, 2025, with a new edition of this unique cultural event, to be held at the Maison de l'Amérique Latine in Paris.

Roadmap 2: street art and contemporary art exhibition in a 1950s house in Seine-Saint-Denis

How about an immersive street art exhibition in an old house in Neuilly-sur-Marne? Roadmap 2 takes over an abandoned building from the 1950s, with 14 artists working on the theme of "Memory". Join us on weekends and during school vacations from this Saturday, October 18, 2025, for this wonderful discovery in Seine-Saint-Denis.

Art Basel Paris 2025: a monumental totem installed on the forecourt of the Institut de France, photos

Once again this year, the Institut de France is participating in the outdoor program of the Paris+ contemporary art fair by Art Basel. From October 17 to 28, 2025, come and admire an impressive sculpture by Ugo Rondinone on the institution's forecourt.

Art Basel Paris 2025: Kermit the Frog takes over Place Vendôme, our photos

Art is everywhere in Paris, even on the Place Vendôme! For the Art Basel Paris fair, from October 20 to 26, 2026, artist Alex Da Corte is recreating an incident involving a giant green balloon bearing the image of Kermit the Frog... Discover it for free in the open air this fall.

The Fondation Cartier for Contemporary Art unveils its new address: reopening program

Farewell Boulevard Raspail, hello Palais-Royal: the Fondation Cartier has moved to new premises in the 1st arrondissement. It will reopen to the general public on October 25, 2025, with a special weekend event.

La Licorne, l'Étoile et la Lune: the Lamarche-Ovize exhibition at the Musée de la Chasse

The Florentine and Alexandre Lamarche-Ovize duo take over the Musée de la Chasse et de la Nature with "La Licorne, l'Étoile et la Lune", an immersive exhibition combining art, dream habitat and dream landscapes, on view from October 14, 2025 to March 8, 2026.

Salon d'Automne 2025: contemporary art on the Place de la Concorde

The Salon d'Automne is the must-attend event for all contemporary artists, from October 29 to November 2, 2025. Over 1,000 works will be on display at Place de la Concorde, just a stone's throw from the Petit Palais, where the Salon was born in 1903.

Art Basel Paris 2025: the contemporary art fair opens at the Grand Palais and in Paris

The international contemporary art fair Art Basel Paris is finally back at the Grand Palais for a new and fourth edition. The event awaits you on the weekend of October 24-26, 2025.

Art Basel Paris 2025: an exhibition on Delacroix's legacy at the Musée Eugène Delacroix

Contemporary art takes center stage at the Musée Eugène Delacroix during the week of Art Basel Paris 2025. This year, from October 22 to November 2, 2025, artist Nate Lowman explores Delacroix's legacy in a new exhibition.

Moderne Art Fair 2025: the fair for contemporary art, modern art and design returns to Paris

Modern art and design lovers, this fair is for you! Discover the many artists and galleries at the Moderne Art Fair, from October 23 to 26, 2025, on the Place de la Concorde.

Euphoria: an exceptional night for the last days of the inflatable exhibition at the Grand Palais

A new inflatable exhibition lands in the capital from June 6 to September 7, 2025, following its run in Rome. The Grand Palais, freshly renovated, is transformed with huge installations and works of art that will amaze the whole family. Don't miss the exceptional nocturne on September 6, 2025.

La Nuit Blanche in Paris, history and origins of this major contemporary art event

What exactly is the Nuit Blanche in Paris? This not-to-be-missed event returns to Paris this Saturday, June 7, 2025, with a host of artistic programs accessible free of charge for an entire night. But do you know what it stands for, and when and how this event dedicated to contemporary creation was born? Here's the history and origins of the famous Nuit Blanche in Paris.