Thematic exhibition guide

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.

A double fashion showcase at the Dior Gallery and the Azzedine Alaïa Foundation in Paris – our photos

The Dior Gallery will open its doors from November 20, 2025, to May 3, 2026, for an exclusive exhibition showcasing over a hundred pieces collected by Azzedine Alaïa. This display is part of a larger, extended showcase at the Azzedine Alaïa Foundation, running from December 1, 2025, to June 21, 2026. The exhibition creates a dialogue between Dior and Alaïa, highlighting the Tunisian designer’s admiration for the iconic New Look.

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.

Artists at the Museum: A Special Anniversary Exhibition Celebrates 400 Years of the National Museum of Natural History

The National Museum of Natural History in Paris is celebrating its 400th anniversary with a major exhibition, running from September 23, 2026, to March 7, 2027. Explore the Museum's artists across the centuries and discover the rich artistic heritage intertwined with its scientific legacy.

Following in the footsteps of dinosaurs: an immersive exhibit at the Great Gallery of Evolution at the Museum

Step into the shoes of paleontologists and embark on a journey to explore the world of dinosaurs. This engaging and immersive educational exhibition will be on display from July 16, 2026, through January 2028.

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.

Renoir and Love: A Landmark Retrospective at the Musée d'Orsay in Paris – Reviews and Photos

When love becomes light, Renoir turns it into art. With the exhibition "Renoir et l'amour" (March 17 - July 19, 2026), the Musée d'Orsay brings together his major masterpieces for a retrospective as modern as it is tender, in collaboration with the National Gallery in London and the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston.

Faces of Artists at the Petit Palais: An Exhibition Celebrating Portraits and Self-Portraits – Our Photos

The Petit Palais showcases a selection of masterpieces from its collection in the exhibition "Artists' Faces: From Gustave Courbet to Annette Messager", running from March 18 to July 19, 2026. It’s also a chance to explore the work of 13 contemporary female artists, including Sophie Calle, Cindy Sherman, Nan Goldin, and Claire Tabouret.

K-Beauty at the Guimet Museum: An exhibition showcasing the beauty secrets of South Korea unfolds through striking visuals

The Guimet Museum is showcasing a historic exhibition dedicated to Korean beauty, delving into its influences and diverse facets. K-Beauty is on display from March 18 to July 6, 2026.

The Olivier Saillard Living Fashion Museum: An Exhibition-Performance at the Fondation Cartier – Review

Fashion comes to life. From March 8 to 21, 2026, the Living Fashion Museum at the Cartier Foundation will showcase the craft, attitude, and stories behind each garment. The exhibition, curated by Olivier Saillard, features a blend of installations, performances, and talks. Haute couture, everyday pieces, and archives come together to tell a dynamic, poetic, and embodied story of fashion in motion.

Pop Art Car: Renault®’s New Free Exhibition on the Champs-Élysées

From March 4 to June 9, 2026, the Renault® display on the Champs-Élysées will host Pop Art Car, a free exhibition blending Pop Art, Street Art, and automobiles. Expect stunning show-cars, exclusive artworks, and live performances right in the heart of Paris. As part of this major cultural and artistic event, the car transforms into a pop motif, an object of interpretation, and a source of inspiration.

Jean Dubuffet and the Tour with Figures: An Exhibition Celebrating the Artist’s Unconventional Masterpiece at the Playing Card Museum

The French Museum of Playing Cards in Issy-les-Moulineaux invites visitors to explore a major work by Jean Dubuffet, on display from December 3, 2025, to June 28, 2026.

Poetry Evening in Paris: Arthur Ribo at La Lison Gallery for the "Icône Emoi" Exhibition

In Paris, the La Lison gallery is hosting an evening of poetry on March 26, 2026, centered around the exhibition Icône Emoi by Michka Kovalsky. Lit by candlelight and featuring a dynamic spoken word performance by Arthur Ribo, this event is by reservation only and has a limited capacity.

Border at the City of Science: An exhibition exploring borders around the world

In Paris, the Cité des sciences et de l’industrie is hosting "Frontière," an exhibition open from April 14, 2026, to January 2, 2028. Through ten real-world scenarios from around the globe, this immersive experience examines the concept of borders from geographic, social, political, and artistic perspectives. Designed for visitors aged 12 and up, the exhibit aims to shed light on the lines that divide, the crossing points, and the tensions shaping our modern world.

Renaissance masters: Da Vinci, Raphael, Michelangelo — immersive exhibition unveils at the Atelier des Lumières

The Atelier des Lumières takes us on a journey into the world of the great Renaissance masters with an immersive and educational exhibition running from March 13 to June 27, 2026.

Chiaroscuro: the Exhibition Exploring Shadow and Light at the Bourse de Commerce - Our Photos

On the occasion of its latest exhibition titled "Chiaroscuro," the Bourse de Commerce transforms into a landscape that is both luminous and dusk-like. Until August 24, 2026, visitors can explore around a hundred works from the Pinault Collection, featuring pieces by Pierre Huyghe, Victor Man, Bill Viola, Laura Lamiel, Jean Dubuffet, Alberto Giacometti, Germaine Richier, as well as Yves Tanguy and Wolfgang Tillmans.

Primordial Water at the Louvre: An Exhibition Exploring Water in Ancient Mesopotamia

The Louvre Museum in Paris will host Primordial Water from May 20, 2026, to March 15, 2027. This exhibition explores the vital role of water in ancient Mesopotamian civilizations and will be displayed in the Oriental Antiquities Department galleries. Through archaeological artifacts, mythological stories, and the earliest hydraulic structures, visitors will delve into the development of irrigation systems and discover how Mesopotamian societies organized their landscapes around this crucial resource.

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.

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.

Admire them all: the Pokémon tribute exhibition at the Musée en Herbe.

The Musée en Herbe is celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Pokémon franchise with an exhibition that’s both creative and playful, opening to the public starting April 16, 2026.