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Art Basel Paris 2026: From James Turrell to Annette Messager, the free exhibition at Maison Guerlain

L'art contemporain prend des couleurs… et du parfum ! Pour Art Basel Paris 2026, Guerlain présente The Hour of Possibilities, a free exhibition bringing together 34 artists at 68 Avenue des Champs-Élysées, from October 21 to November 15, 2026.

Spark of Life: a light-painting photography exhibition in Fontenay-aux-Roses

Photographer Rudy Pilarski turns the night into a workshop for creation with Spark of Life at Espace Rosa Bonheur in Fontenay-aux-Roses, running November 12 to December 6, 2026. A light-painting exhibition where glowing circles and bursts of sparks meet landscapes and architecture.

Jean Marquis, chronicler of everyday life: the free exhibition unfolds at the Roger Viollet Gallery

French photographer Jean Marquis is featured at the Roger-Viollet Gallery, from October 8, 2026 to January 23, 2027: come discover the poetic and moving body of work of a true lover of everyday life.

"Voyage" : a poetic, cultural, culinary, and artistic journey

The poetic, sensory cultural experience "Voyage" awaits you at Atelier des Rêves in the 14th arrondissement on October 24, from 2:30 to 4:00 PM. An event that blends a tour, a tasting, and discovery.

Cabaret(s): a free photo exhibition at Temple Square

Until December 18, 2026, the railings of Temple Square in Paris host Cabaret(s) – The History of a Living Transmission. A free photo exhibition exploring the history and forms of the French cabaret.

Remember Me: more than 700 photographic masterpieces from the Pinault Collection on display at the Bourse de Commerce

La Bourse de Commerce presents the photographic masterpieces from the Pinault Collection, on view from October 7, 2026 to January 18, 2027. For a little over three months, come and explore roughly 700 works by more than 70 artists, including Irving Penn, Raymond Depardon, Cindy Sherman, Annie Leibovitz, Man Ray, Erwin Blumenfeld, as well as Henri Cartier-Bresson and Richard Avedon.

Rafael Pavarotti, Photographer: the fashion photography exhibition at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs — our photos

Fashion photography takes over the Musée des Arts Décoratifs with an exhibition devoted to Rafael Pavarotti. From October 2, 2026, to May 2, 2027, more than 200 color prints trace the Brazilian photographer's career for the first time in France and engage with the museum's photography collections.

PENN & FASHION: the exhibition that traces 60 years of fashion through Irving Penn's lens — our photos

Irving Penn makes his mark at the Maison Européenne de la Photographie with PENN & FASHION, running from September 30, 2026 to January 17, 2027. Spanning more than six decades of images, the exhibition shows how his eye reshaped the rules of fashion photography, from Dior and Balenciaga to Issey Miyake, Chanel, and John Galliano.

Daft Punk: a photo exhibition dedicated to the famous electro duo arriving in Paris this autumn

More than five and a half years after their split, Daft Punk is being celebrated this autumn in Paris with a photography exhibition titled “Around the World.” Here’s more on this artistic event that is expected to draw many fans of the famous helmeted duo.

The Space Between Us: an exhibition featuring more than 120 iconic photographs to discover in Paris

LE BAL presents L'Espace entre nous - In the Wilson Centre for Photography collection, a photography exhibition running until 3 January 2027. To mark the Bicentennial of the birth of photography, LE BAL, the Paris-based art center, is for the first time dedicating an exhibition to a single collection: the Wilson Centre for Photography, formed by Michael and Jane Wilson.

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.

Teenage Dream: Le Quai de la Photo explores adolescence in a free photography exhibition

Friends, romances, sports, music, school... Adolescence comes into focus in a free photo exhibition at Quai de la Photo, running from October 16 to December 21, 2026.

Voir Tahiti: an exhibition revealing the earliest photographs from the 19th century at the Quai Branly Museum

The Quai Branly Museum unveils the first photographs of Tahiti, taken in the 19th century, in a historic exhibition on view from September 29, 2026 to January 31, 2027.

BnF’s Japanese photographs: the exhibition tracing the evolution of photographic practice in Japan since 1945.

From September 30, 2026 to January 31, 2027, the BnF François-Mitterrand shines a spotlight on Japanese photography since 1945, showcasing the work of around a hundred artists, both famous and lesser-known. It’s an invitation to discover documentary realism, intimate pieces, and even theatrically staged tableaux by Hiroshi Hamaya, Ken Domon, Shigeo Gochō, Eriko Koga, Shōji Ueda, and Yoshi Takata, Sayuri Ichida, and Koichiro Kurita.

Exhibition Islands of Freedom at the Polish Library in Paris

The free exhibition "Islands of Freedom" at the Bibliothèque Polonaise de Paris from September 11 to November 7, 2026, will explore two centuries of Polish culture in France, through works, publications, correspondence and archives.

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.

Tiny Lives: the Centre Pompidou’s Panthéon exhibition unfolds

The Tiny Lives exhibition takes over the entire nave of the Panthéon, in Paris's 5th arrondissement, from September 24, 2026 to January 31, 2027. About thirty artists from the Centre Pompidou's collections tell the stories of anonymous lives, at the foot of the nation’s great figures. Discover the images from this show that let you rediscover the monument in a different light.

U2: An Irish Story, the exhibition marking the 50th anniversary of Bono's band at the Irish Cultural Centre

This fall, U2 turns 50. To mark the occasion, the Irish Cultural Centre in Paris presents a free exhibition centered on the legendary band fronted by Bono and its unbreakable bond with Dublin and its homeland. Save the date: September 23 to December 18, 2026, to discover this exclusive event.

Ritz Paris: a free exhibition by 18 young photographers for Paris Photo 2026

On the occasion of Paris Photo 2026, the Ritz Paris will host, from November 13 to 16, a free exhibition imagined in collaboration with Gobelins Paris. Eighteen students in Photo-Vidéo deliver an unprecedented view of the palace on Place Vendôme.

Hassan Hajjaj: his colorful portraits of "Rock Stars" on display at the Musée de la Musique

Hassan Hajjaj, the renowned contemporary artist whose work draws on his Moroccan heritage and multiculturalism, unveils his vibrant portraits of "Rock Stars" in an unprecedented exhibition at the Cité de la musique. The show runs at the Musée de la Musique from September 22, 2026 to April 25, 2027, inviting visitors to discover the photographer, stylist, and visual artist's quirky, singular world. For the occasion, the group Acid Arab presents a sound piece that dialogues with the hanging.