Spring guide exhibition

Cathy de Monchaux at the Palais de Tokyo: the retrospective to see in Paris — our photos

The Palais de Tokyo, in Paris, presents the first retrospective in France of British artist Cathy de Monchaux, titled "Studio, Wounds and Battles. Desire is the Reiteration of Hope", running from 3 April to 13 September 2026. The exhibition brings together nearly fifty works and revisits four decades of creation, exploring the body, materials and intimate narratives.

Benoît Piéron at the Palais de Tokyo: an exhibition about care and vulnerability — our photos

The Palais de Tokyo in Paris presents an exhibition by Benoît Piéron, titled Vernis à Ombres, running from April 3 to September 13, 2026. Through sculptures and installations inspired by the hospital world, the artist explores care, waiting, and fragility, blending medical forms, sensory experiences, and reflections on vulnerability.

Jesse Darling at the Palais de Tokyo: an exhibition balancing memory and forgotten narratives — our photos

The Palais de Tokyo in Paris is presenting an exhibition devoted to British artist Jesse Darling, winner of the 2023 Turner Prize, titled The Ambassadors, on view from April 3 to September 13, 2026. Through large installations crafted from salvaged materials and everyday objects, the artist examines the fragility of the frameworks, reference points, and systems that organize our lives.

Video Games & Music at the Philharmonie: our photos from the exhibition about video game music

The Philharmonie de Paris highlights video game music with the exhibition Video Games & Music – The Music You Are the Hero Of, on view from April 2 to November 1, 2026. conceived as an immersive, interactive journey, the show traces the evolution of video game soundtracks, from Pong’s early electronic tones to the expansive scores of Final Fantasy, demonstrating how musical creation has accompanied the history and transformations of the medium.

Lafayette Anticipations in Paris: our photos from the Diego Marcon and Ladji Diaby exhibitions.

In Paris, Lafayette Anticipations presents from April 1 to July 19, 2026 two contemporary art exhibitions dedicated to Diego Marcon and Ladji Diaby. The foundation brings together two distinct artistic approaches, spanning a cinematic universe, emerging creation, image-making, visual narration, and the expression of emotions.

This steel giant is one of the wildest curiosities in Île-de-France, and you can visit it — reviews & photos.

In the heart of the Milly-la-Forêt woods, a strange steel creature awaits walkers. Monumental, immersive, and framed by cultural events, this extraordinary work invites visitors to a surprising and transportive artistic pause in Essonne. It reopens for a new season on Sunday, April 4, 2026.

Mériel: Free exhibition of vintage cars and activities in Val-d'Oise (95) in April 2026

Calling all vintage-car enthusiasts and fans of a good day out in Val-d’Oise (95): Mériel is set to host a gathering of classic cars that should appeal to both aficionados and casual strollers. A retro day out with free entry, to be enjoyed alongside a free car exhibition and on-site activities, on Sunday, April 12, 2026.

JEMA 2026: Home, Fashion, Art... Free Exhibition at the Galerie des Ateliers in Paris

In Paris, the European Heritage Days of Craftsmanship are set to take place from April 7 to April 12, 2026. To mark the occasion, the Galerie des Ateliers de Paris will host "30 Faubourg – the Art of Everyday Life Made in Paris," an exhibition celebrating Parisian artisan skills from April 2 to May 16, 2026.

Dampierre Castle is hosting a classic car exhibition in April 2026.

The Ball of Car Bodies returns to the Château de Dampierre on Sunday, April 12, 2026, for another day dedicated to classic, sports, and prestige cars. Nearly 70 models will flood the estate’s courtyards for a rendezvous as chic as it is mechanical in the Yvelines.

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.

Goldshteyn-Saatort Gallery in Paris: A Collective Exhibition Celebrating Japan – Our Photos

One Day in Japan, the collective exhibition at the Goldshteyn-Saatort Gallery in Paris, runs from March 14 to April 14, 2026. This showcase brings together Japanese and international artists, presenting exclusive works created specifically for the occasion.

Street Nature Forte: A Free Street Art Exhibition Celebrating Nature in the 10th Arrondissement – Our Photos

The Nature Forte Gallery, located in the 10th arrondissement of Paris, is hosting the second edition of its free exhibit, "Street Nature Forte". From March 12 to April 11, 2026, visitors will have the chance to explore works by around forty urban artists, all inspired by the theme of nature.

Renoir the Draftsman: the inaugural exhibition showcasing Renoir's drawings at the Musée d'Orsay – reviews & photos

And what if Renoir had achieved more than just color? From March 17 to July 5, 2026, the Musée d'Orsay unveils Renoir Dessinateur, the first exhibition entirely devoted to his works on paper. A spotlight on the stroke of a master too long confined to his palette, through some one hundred drawings, sketches, studies and watercolors from around the world.

FOREVER: The Free Exhibition Curated by Maurizio Cattelan at Galeries Lafayette

FOR ETERNITY, outside the walls of the exhibition Sunday Without End, brings contemporary art from the Centre Pompidou-Metz into the heart of Galeries Lafayette Haussmann. Conceived by Maurizio Cattelan and Chiara Parisi, this innovative route features sculptures, photographs, and sound installations spread across the dome, the staircases, and the terrace, turning the flagship department store into a vibrant, living gallery. From March 10 to April 27, 2026, visitors are invited to explore freely a collection of significant works by Gloria Friedmann, Birgit Jürgenssen, Christodoulos Panayiotou, and Lawrence Weiner.

Spring Sculpture Festival 2026: Free Activities at the Rodin Museum in Meudon (92)

Sculpture comes back to life in Hauts-de-Seine (92) with the return of Spring of Sculpture 2026. To mark the occasion, the Rodin Museum in Meudon will reopen the doors of the Villa des Brillants on March 28 and 29, 2026, offering a free weekend of guided tours, workshops, and artist encounters. Visitors will enjoy an immersive experience into the world of Auguste Rodin, right in the heart of his former studio-home.

Unicorns! : The Cluny Museum in Paris showcases an exhibition delving into the myth of the legendary creature

In Paris, the Musée de Cluny – National Museum of the Middle Ages – is showcasing the exhibition Unicorn!, dedicated to the legendary creature that has captivated the medieval imagination and lore. Running from March 10 to July 12, 2026, this major exhibition brings together nearly a hundred pieces from around the world to explore the symbolism, legends, and centuries-old fascination with the unicorn—spanning medieval art, mythology, and spirituality.

This Paris exhibit turns coffins into art pieces at the Nothing Serious gallery

The Nothing Serious gallery is inviting you to explore a truly unique exhibition featuring unusual coffins and funerary urns, titled From Paa Joe to Paaris, running from February 27 to May 24, 2026.

Plaza Athénée: Michel Bassompierre's menagerie brings the artist’s work to the hotel — check out our photos from the exhibition

The Plaza Athénée unveils Michel Bassompierre's wildlife series with a free-to-visit sculpture exhibition. From gorillas and bears to horses, this captivating menagerie invites visitors to immerse themselves in the world of wildlife right at the heart of the iconic avenue Montaigne palace, ongoing until April 16, 2026.

Danielle Orchard Exhibition at Paris' Perrotin Gallery: Borrowed Chord

The Perrotin Gallery in Paris unveils Danielle Orchard: Borrowed Chord, a focused survey of contemporary figurative painting running from March 14 to April 18, 2026. The exhibition brings together new canvases centered on the female form and offers a contemporary perspective on intimacy, color, and the legacy of modern painting within today’s art landscape.

Heads and Words: David Cohen Exhibits in Paris at the Rachel Hardouin Gallery

The Rachel Hardouin Gallery in Paris is hosting the contemporary art exhibition Les têtes et les mots by David Cohen, a physician, researcher at the CNRS, and head of department at Pitié-Salpêtrière Hospital. Running from March 3 to April 11, 2026, the show features paintings, sculptures, and ceramics centered on the human figure and the written word, exploring the dialogue between artistic creation, language, and art therapy. The opening reception takes place on Tuesday, March 3, at 6 p.m.