Institut du monde arabe

IMA Comedy Club 2026 at the Arab World Institute: Dates and Lineup for This Year’s Edition

The IMA Comedy Club is back for its seventh edition, running from January 28 to February 1, 2026. Francophone and Arabophone comedians will take the stage one after another throughout the festival. Check out the full lineup of this year's event.

Weddings - Farah: a Unique Cultural Exhibition at the Arab World Institute

The Arab World Institute is inviting us to a celebration— and not just any celebration. Immerse yourself in the world of Maghrebian weddings with an expansive, immersive exhibition opening from September 29, 2026, through January 31, 2027.

The IMA is hosting its own festival: a vibrant cultural program to experience in Paris in December.

The Arab World Institute celebrates all forms of art, from music to cinema, photography, and fashion. From December 2 to 14, 2025, immerse yourself in contemporary artistic creation from the Arab world in Paris.

Byblos, eternal city: explore the historic city with the exhibition at the Arab World Institute.

The Arab World Institute takes us on a journey to discover the world's first international seaport, dating back nearly 9,000 years. The exhibition Byblos, Eternal City is open from March 24 to August 23, 2026.

Treasures saved from Gaza: the exhibition on the history of Gaza through archaeology is extended at the IMA

From April 3 to December 7, 2025, the Institut du Monde Arabe presents an exceptional collection of masterpieces and archaeological artefacts saved from disaster in Gaza over the centuries. Discover the archaeological past of the Palestinian enclave!

Institut du Monde Arabe (IMA): program, exhibitions, events, everything you need to know about this cultural center

The Institut du Monde Arabe is an astonishing place where Arab culture reveals itself to us through astonishing exhibitions and an eclectic program of events for all ages and all audiences!

Journées du Patrimoine 2025: The Cleoâtre exhibition at the Institut du Monde Arabe (IMA) in Paris

For the Journées du Patrimoine 2025 in Paris, head to the Institut du Monde Arabe on Saturday September 20 and Sunday September 21 for free events. And don't forget to check out the Cleopatra exhibition!

Journées de l'Architecture 2025: travel diary and visit to the Institut du Monde Arabe

On the occasion of the new edition of the Journées de l'Architecture, the Institut du Monde Arabe is organizing various events to help us better understand the amazing architecture of the site, on October 18 and 19, 2025.

Paris Design Week 2025: the Prix du Design finalists' exhibition at the Institut du Monde Arabe

Paris transforms itself into an open design stage from September 4 to 13, 2025 for Paris Design Week, where creativity and innovation take to the streets. Galleries, museums and unusual places become gateways to inspiration. At the heart of the festival, the Institut du Monde Arabe (IMA) celebrates Arab boldness and talent with its emblematic Design Prize, unveiled in a free exhibition.

Fête de la musique 2025 at the Arab World Institute in Paris: giant karaoke on the forecourt

Once again this year, the Institut du Monde Arabe in Paris is celebrating the Fête de la Musique. Join us this Saturday, June 21, 2025 on the forecourt of the cultural venue to enjoy the event. On the menu? Giant karaoke hosted by Naïma Yahi, Samira Brahmia and DJ Bab. Abo Gabi and his musicians will accompany four live dabké dancers. Click here for the detailed program!

The mystery of Cleopatra: the exhibition on the famous Egyptian queen at the IMA

She's a mythical figure of ancient history: discover the secrets of Cleopatra, the inimitable Queen of Egypt, with the exhibition "The Cleopatra Mystery", presented at the Institut du Monde Arabe from June 11, 2025 to January 11, 2026.

Nuit Blanche 2025: a free cultural evening at the Institut du Monde Arabe in Paris

The Nuit blanche returns to Paris on Saturday, June 7, 2025. The City of Light prepares to embark on an eventful night celebrating art and culture. Join us at the Institut du Monde Arabe to discover the evening's cultural events.

Nuit des Musées 2025 in Paris: an exceptional nocturne at the Institut du Monde Arabe

The Institut du Monde Arabe in Paris is taking part in the 21st Nuit des Musées this Saturday, May 17, 2025, and is offering us an exceptional nocturne. Here's what's on the program!

Writing or calligraphy? The Arabic alphabet sublimated: the exhibition at the Institut du Monde Arabe

The IMA highlights the art of writing in the Arab world, with the exhibition "Ecrire ou calligraphier? The Arabic alphabet sublimated", on view from February 5 to September 21, 2025.

The Institut du Monde Arabe launches a competition to reveal new Arab fashion talent

Arab fashion is bursting with creativity, but still lacks visibility... The Institut du Monde Arabe aims to remedy this situation with the Arab Fashion Award-IMA, a unique fashion competition designed to reveal the talents of tomorrow and propel them into the spotlight. We tell you all about it.

Les Journées de l'Histoire: three days of free activities at the Arab World Institute

For three days, historians, writers and artists will explore the figures of "Heroines and Heroes of the Arab World" through round tables, screenings and performances, during the Journées de l'Histoire, from March 14 to 16, 2025, at the Institut du monde arabe.

Andaloussiyat: immerse yourself in the heritage of Arab-Andalusian music at the Arab World Institute

Andaloussiyat: that's the name of the new Parisian festival not to be missed this spring at the Arab World Institute. Join us from Tuesday March 25 to Sunday March 30, 2025, for a plunge into the heritage of Arab-Andalusian music. On the program for this first edition? Screenings, conferences, workshops and concerts by Salim Fergani, Abbas Righi and Amel Brahim-Djelloul.

Electro night at the Institut du Monde Arabe: dance the night away with Musique de Fëte

The Institut du Monde Arabe and the Musique de Fête collective are keeping us dancing all night long with artists from the Arab world, thanks to the Electro Night organized on December 7, 2024.

Baghdad with Assassin's Creed Mirage: the successful exhibition extended at the Institut du Monde Arabe

When video games allow us to explore the past... The Institut du Monde Arabe and Ubisoft join forces for an exceptional exhibition: February 28 to January 12, 2025, discover Baghdad: rediscover Madinat al-Salam, with Assassin's Creed Mirage.

Arabofuturs: the exhibition of science fiction and predictions is extended at the IMA

Artists from the Arab world imagine the worlds of tomorrow, in an exhibition between science fiction and dreams. Discover Arabofuturs at the Institut du Monde Arabe from April 23 to January 12, 2025.