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Hilma af Klint at the Grand Palais: an exhibition weaving together spiritualism, the occult, and abstraction

Hilma af Klint, the Swedish visionary artist and a pioneer of abstraction, anchors a groundbreaking show at the Grand Palais, in collaboration with the Centre Pompidou, from May 6 to August 30, 2026. Her mystic works, nourished by Spiritism and the occult, are unveiled in France for the first time in a curatorial journey that brings together almost the entire body of the Temple Paintings cycle, her magnum opus.

This collection of classic cars turns the Grand Palais into an automotive temple — last day.

In Paris, the Grand Palais will host, on May 3 and 4, an extraordinary exhibition of more than 230 classic cars, in the run-up to Tour Auto 2026. A few hours before the start of this iconic event, the heir to the Tour de France Automobile, visitors have the chance to get up close to rare and prestigious models before they take to the roads of France. Here’s what we thought.

Grand Palais: the monument is transformed into a giant club for the ARTKLUB electro night, scheduled for April 2026 — CANCELLED

When art steps off the walls and techno takes control, ARTKLUB nights hit the stage. After electrifying the Centre Pompidou and the Paris Philharmonic, the hybrid concept lands beneath the Grand Palais’ glass roof. On Thursday, April 30, 2026, the night is set to be as monumental as the venue! Event canceled.

Kickboxing World Championship 2026: from combat sport to the Grand Palais in Paris

Combat sports enthusiasts, don’t miss the return of the Kickboxing World Championship, set for an exceptional evening at the Grand Palais on Thursday, April 30, 2026, featuring France’s finest, including Karim Ghajji, Cyril Benzaquen, and Cedrick Peynaud.

The Palais de la Découverte in Paris: the museum's reopening date is taking shape.

Built for the 1937 World's Fair, the Palais de la Découverte is a museum devoted to science and experimentation. After months of uncertainty, Universcience is pledging a full reopening of the museum at the start of March 2027.

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.

Under the Grand Palais's skirt: drag queens reinvent cabaret for a one-night-only evening

Lotto, dance and a high-heeled show: rediscover cabaret with a drag twist in the Sous la jupe du Grand Palais evening, organized for June 23, 2026.

We, star shivers: a multisensory exhibition this summer at the Grand Palais

The artist Laure Prouvost blends art and science in an installation that heightens our senses. Discover the exhibition We, Star Shivers, running from June 10 to July 26, 2026.

Grand Palais Summer 2026: celebrations, performances and events, summer happenings at the Grand Palais

Summer in Paris is magical: case in point, the Grand Palais is unveiling a special, festive program from June 2 to September 6, 2026. Discover what awaits you!

After Nef: the lineup of DJ nights and concerts for the Grand Palais d'Été

All summer long in 2026, we’ll gather under the Grand Palais’s glass roof to enjoy the After Nef nights. Discover the festive program for the Grand Palais’s summer season, available from June 6, 2026.

Major Initiative: Free dance workshops every summer Saturday in the Grand Palais nave

What if the nave of the Grand Palais transformed into your most spectacular dance floor? From June 13 to July 18, 2026, the Grand Palais d’Été invites Parisians to an unforgettable experience beneath its iconic glass roof. Every Saturday morning, renowned choreographers and dance companies will host completely free workshops, inviting everyone to move and groove in this extraordinary setting.

Matisse 1941-1954: the major retrospective exhibition celebrating the renowned painter at the Grand Palais

The Grand Palais and the Centre Pompidou present a new exhibition exploring the final years of Matisse's life and artistic journey. This must-see retrospective is a must for fans and will be on display at the Grand Palais from March 24 to July 26, 2026.

Eva Jospin and Claire Tabouret at the Grand Palais: final days of the exhibition

Two leading figures in contemporary art are being celebrated in Paris. Since December 10th, the Grand Palais has been hosting a groundbreaking double exhibition that brings together the stunning works of two renowned French artists, Claire Tabouret and Eva Jospin. While the first exhibition showcases "D’un seul souffle," the second presents "Grottesco." Extended until March 29, 2026, don’t miss the final days to experience these captivating displays.

Leandro Erlich: The Grand Palais hosts a retrospective celebrating the work of the Argentine artist

This summer, the Grand Palais is showcasing a retrospective dedicated to Leandro Erlich! From June 2 to September 6, 2026, visitors can explore the world of this Argentine artist, renowned for his installations that challenge our perceptions and distort our sense of space in public environments.

A complimentary performance by Lucie Antunes brings together 100 drummers in the Nave of the Grand Palais

As part of its summer programming, the Grand Palais is inviting Lucie Antunes for a unique and free performance (reservation required). On Saturday, June 27, 2026, the composer and musician will bring together 100 drummers from diverse backgrounds in the nave of the historic Parisian monument for a collective experience set to be truly electrifying.

Nan Goldin at the Grand Palais: A Landmark Exhibition Celebrating Photography and Film

The Grand Palais hosts This Will Not End Well, the first-ever French retrospective dedicated to Nan Goldin, running from March 18 to June 21, 2026. This immersive exhibition showcases her iconic slideshows, blending photography and cinema, in a curated environment designed to resemble a village of images.

Happy Manif: a free musical walk under the glass ceiling of the Grand Palais

On March 14 and 15, 2026, the Grand Palais opens its doors to Parisians for a free strolling experience. Led by choreographer David Rolland, visitors equipped with headphones turn the grand nave into a cultural dance floor, rediscovering the building's architecture and history through movement.

A model of the Grand Palais made from building blocks on display for free

After being assembled live in front of an audience during the winter holidays of 2026, come and admire the LEGO replica of the Grand Palais — completely built with LEGO bricks — free of charge!

Night of Museums 2026 at the Grand Palais: Free, Evening Access to the Matisse Exhibition in Paris

For the 2026 Museum Night, the Grand Palais invites us to explore one of its major current exhibitions during an exclusive evening event, set to take place on May 23, 2026.