Unusual exhibition guide

Born to Rise: Constance Lafonta's superb free exhibition in Paris' Marais district

Constance Lafonta presents "Born to Rise", an immersive scenographic book exhibition to be discovered in the 3rd arrondissement of Paris, from September 18 to 26, 2025. This French Beaux-Arts graduate transforms space into an initiatory journey through four chapters dedicated to metamorphosis and transcendence.

Free exhibition by Christian Lapie at the Domaine de Saint Cloud

Un temps infini, Christian Lapie's free exhibition at the Domaine National de Saint-Cloud in Hauts-de-Seine, France, unveils fifteen monumental sculptures on a 460-hectare site. This contemporary art trail runs from September 12, 2025 to September 30, 2026.

Plaza Athénée: a free XXL design installation by Uchronia on display in the palace courtyard

The Plaza Athénée is going to bed... but in a big way! Uchronia installs a monumental bed that transforms the Cour Jardin into a dreamlike stopover until November 11, 2025. Red, green, elegance and design mingle in this Day Bed open to all, where every detail invites you to stroll, contemplate and dream in the heart of the 8th arrondissement.

Matisse - Soulages, les nouvelles expériences en réalité virtuelle à vivre au Hangar Y

Le Hangar Y nous plonge dans l'univers artistique de deux grands maîtres de l'art moderne et contemporain : Matisse et Soulages se dévoilent lors de deux expériences en réalité virtuelle inédites du 18 octobre 2025 au 8 mars 2026.

Paris Design Week 2025: Le Labyrinthe, the monumental fashion installation at Hôtel de la Marine

To mark Paris Design Week and the Journées du Patrimoine 2025, the Hôtel de la Marine is hosting a monumental installation by designer Jérémy Pradier-Jeauneau, from September 3 to 21. From the main courtyard to the loggia, via the salons d'apparat, follow this immersive, free tour of the Hôtel de la Marine, the must-see design event of the autumn!

Euphoria: an exceptional night for the last days of the inflatable exhibition at the Grand Palais

A new inflatable exhibition lands in the capital from June 6 to September 7, 2025, following its run in Rome. The Grand Palais, freshly renovated, is transformed with huge installations and works of art that will amaze the whole family. Don't miss the exceptional nocturne on September 6, 2025.

Fables Immersives: an immersive journey to the heart of La Fontaine's Fables near the Champs-Elysées

An immersive experience that brings Jean de La Fontaine's famous fables to life, that's the promise of "Fables Immersives". This cultural journey awaits us from September 6, 2025, in the 8th arrondissement of Paris, not far from the famous Champs-Elysées avenue.

Tropical Autumn: Jardin des Plantes exhibition cancelled due to cyber attack

The Muséum national d'Histoire naturelle had organized an immersive exhibition in nature, in the heart of the Grandes Serres of the Jardin des Plantes, from October 16 to November 24, 2025. This exhibition, entitled "Tropical Autumn: palms, treasures and secrets", has had to be cancelled due to a cyber-attack that disrupted the museum's operations.

Bel Ouvrage: 95-piece Collectible Design exhibition in a private mansion in the 6th arrondissement of Paris

French design comes to Paris from September 8 to 10, 2025 with the second edition of Bel Ouvrage, echoing Paris Design Week. On 450 m2 of a heritage site rarely open to the public, 95 pieces of collectible design and works of art will be on display in a scenographically designed trail, blending art, luxury and innovation.

Exhibition of regional costumes at Château de Breteuil

Discover an extensive collection of regional costumes at the Château de Breteuil from September 15 to November 14, 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.

Artificial Dreams II, the exhibition combining Art and Artificial Intelligence at the Grand Palais Immersif in Paris: final days

AI and art intertwine once again at the Grand Palais Immersif in Paris with Artificial Dreams II, a new edition of the performance exhibition featuring works whose creation is assisted by artificial intelligence. On view until August 31, 2025! Attention, last days.

Paris Design Week 2025: "577 chaises: l'hémicycle citoyen", the installation at the Archives nationales

To coincide with Paris Design Week 2025, from September 4 to 13, the courtyard of the Archives nationales will host the monumental, free, interactive work "577 chaises: l'hémicycle citoyen" (577 chairs: the citizen's hemicycle). Echoing the 577 seats of the French National Assembly, each unique reused chair becomes a voice for sitting... and thinking. The installation runs until September 21 for the Journées du Patrimoine and the Festival du Monde.

Paris Design Week 2025: "Folie", a free multi-sensory installation at the Hôtel de Sully

Paris Design Week 2025 returns from September 4 to 13, coloring Paris with free, interactive installations. In the midst of all this, "Folie" by Lucas Huillet and Alexandre Helwani invites you to lie down, let yourself be carried away and awaken all your senses, on a strange couch, planted on the terrace of the Hôtel de Sully.

Paris Design Week 2025: three installations in the heart of the Bibliothèque historique de Paris

For this year's Paris Design Week, head to the Bibliothèque historique de la Ville de Paris to discover three free installations. From September 4 to 13, 2025, the handsome townhouse will unveil the varied creations of talented designers, collectives and studios.

Paris Design Week 2025: the DESIGN DISCO CLUB exhibition at Lafayette Anticipations

Design is back! From September 4 to 13, 2025, Paris Design Week electrifies Paris with an XXL creative itinerary. From exhibitions to talks, from galleries to hidden spots, the city is buzzing with design - and this year, Lafayette Anticipations is once again on the alert with the supercharged DESIGN DISCO CLUB exhibition.

Le mignonisme en Seine: Philippe Katerine's free exhibition on a barge in Clichy (92) - final days

Philippe Katerine makes a stopover in Clichy with Le Mignonisme en Seine, a free exhibition as tender as it is wild. Aboard the legendary Touta barge, designed by Le Corbusier, his drawings will be on display until July 31, 2025.

Paris Design Week 2025: two unusual installations at the Musée de la Chasse et de la Nature

Paris Design Week 2025 takes place from September 4 to 13, and puts the capital in "design à gogo" mode! Exhibitions, workshops and installations are all free and open to all, making for a colorful back-to-school experience. At the Musée de la Chasse et de la Nature, two installations chase away the banality to capture the eye and awaken the senses of curious strollers, with free workshops to boot!

Paris Design Week 2025: a textile work invites itself into the Colonne de Juillet, place de la Bastille

Paris Design Week weaves its creativity once again from September 4 to 13, 2025, in every nook and cranny of the capital. Ten days of design on the move, with cutting-edge exhibitions and free installations in unusual locations. And for the first time, the Colonne de Juillet is transformed into an "art gallery" in the heart of the Place de la Bastille.

Paris Design Week 2025: a colorful, immersive installation in a Marais townhouse

From September 4 to 13, 2025, Paris Design Week gets the capital buzzing with exhibitions, workshops and installations. Not to be missed: Marianna Ladreyt's Plastic Glamping, an ultra-colorful, upcycled tent nestled in the courtyard of the Hôtel d'Albret.