Contemporary art paris

The Birth of Waves: The Immersive Installation at the Conciergerie

The Birth of Waves, Émilie Faïf and Nicolas André’s vast immersive installation, sets the Hall of the Men-at-Arms at the Conciergerie in Paris undulating from November 4 to December 20, 2026. A mechanical swell to behold.

Open studios from Antwerp to Abbesses: meet the Montmartre artists

Dust off your calendars—you're invited to meet the artists from the Anvers Association at Abbesses, from November 20 to 23, 2026. These free open-door days are a perfect chance to discover contemporary artists in the Montmartre district.

The Photo & Video Fair 2026 in Paris: snag your free invitations with our code

The Salon de la Photo returns under the name Salon Photo & Vidéo. This major annual event is a must-attend for photographers, videographers, enthusiasts and professionals. Discover the program for this event, taking place from October 8 to 11, 2026 at the Grande Halle de la Villette. Admission is free with our code SORTIR26, to be entered at the time of online booking.

Pop Art Car 2.0: a free exhibition blending pop art, design and digital culture on the Champs-Élysées

From September 24, 2026 to January 31, 2027, pop art car 2.0 takes over Renault’s showcase on the Champs-Élysées, at 53 Avenue des Champs-Élysées in Paris. With a mix of historical works, never-before-seen digital pieces and automobiles, this free exhibition brings together artists Sébastien Preschoux, Popay, Victor Vasarely and Julio Le Parc. Not to mention the all-new show car, the Renault 8 Gordini Concept, unveiled in a world premiere.

Art Paris 2026: The Contemporary Art Fair Takes Over the Grand Palais in Paris — Here's Everything You Need to Know

Art Paris 2026, the premier spring event for modern and contemporary art, is set to take place from April 9 to 12 at the Grand Palais for its 28th edition. The fair will feature 165 exhibitors from 25 countries, along with numerous artists showcasing the cultural diversity of the world.

The MAC-VAL, Val-de-Marne's contemporary art museum, and its collections within Navigo's reach

If you're a contemporary art lover, come and discover - or rediscover - the MAC-VAL, the Val-de-Marne contemporary art museum in Vitry-sur-Seine.

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.

The Musée de la Sculpture en plein air: a free art walk in the heart of Paris

Have you heard of the Musée de la Sculpture en plein air? Located in the Square Tino Rossi in the 5th arrondissement, this small museum offers a free cultural stroll along the banks of the Seine, in a magnificent bucolic setting.

Joana Vasconcelos at the Château de Vincennes, the monumental installation is revealed in photos

The artist Joana Vasconcelos, invests the Sainte-Chapelle of the Château de Vincennes with her monumental work entitled "Tree of Life", from April 28 to September 3, 2023. Do not miss this exceptional work of 13 meters high, composed of 110 000 hand-woven leaves.

We Paint! the sublime free exhibition in the Cour Vitrée of the Beaux-Arts de Paris

We Paint! is the name of the free exhibition that awaits you in the sublime Cour Vitrée of the Palais des Etudes des Beaux-Arts in Paris, from March 24 to April 24, 2022. Discover the works of 33 artists selected over the last 10 years by the Prix François Prat, in a beautiful scenography designed by Christiano Raimondi, in dialogue with the site.

Contemporary public artworks to discover in the streets of Paris

Paris is an open-air museum! If you are into contemporary art, we suggest you to discover the mythical works that are waiting for you in the capital.

Art Paris 2020 returns to the Grand Palais in September

The 2020 edition of Art Paris, the springtime rendezvous for modern and contemporary art, has been turned upside down this year. First postponed, then reinvented online, the annual fair is back for good at the Grand Palais, from September 10 to 13, 2020.

Our world is burning exhibition at the Palais de Tokyo

From February 21 to May 17, 2020 the Palais de Tokyo houses a great contemporary art exhibition called “Our world is burning”. Come and discover a committed display of works by artists from Qatar and the Gulf region.

Yuan Jai at Paris Centre Pompidou

Chinese artist Yuan Jai will display her works from February 5, 2020 to April 27, 2020 at Centre Pompidou. A wonderful occasion to discover Chinese contemporary art.

Carapaces et Sortilèges, the exhibition in Paris Jardin des Plantes

The “Carapaces et Sortilèges” exhibition in Paris Jardin des Plantes is the occasion to see sculptures by François Chapelain-Midy displayed for the first time in Paris. From October 3, 2019 to January 6, 2020, 30 surprising sculptures of insects will be included into the Museum d’Histoire Naturelle greenhouses to discover the artist’s bestiary and universe. Discover this gallery of evolution in another universe!

The Projective Drawing, the exhibition at Drawing Lab

Drawing Lab Paris is devoting an exhibition to architecture and its hold in art, entitled The Projective Drawing, from June 28 to September 20, 2019.

Les P'tits Verres, the lively new terrace at the Palais de Tokyo

The Palais de Tokyo unveils not one but two terraces for summer 2018. Les Grands Verres and its little brother Les P'tits Verres offer something to eat, something to drink and something to dance to!

Hôtel Palais de Chaillot Paris gets a new area designed by Okuda San Miguel

Hotel Palais de Chaillot Paris offers its clients and other visitors to discovers murals in situ by Spanish artist Okuda San Miguel in the new lobby of the establishment. A very colorful mural for all street art lovers.