Swedish Institute

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11 rue Payenne
75003 Paris 3
+ 33 1 44 78 8

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Current and upcoming events

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Everything's in order: the free exhibition that blends art and fashion at the Swedish Institute

Back to school season, the Swedish Institute will showcase its shared sense of order, one of the cornerstones of Swedish culture. Mark your calendars for September 2 to October 4, 2026 to discover this free, collective exhibition blending art and fashion.
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Open-air cinema at the Swedish Institute: Swedish cinema takes the spotlight this summer

Every summer, the Swedish Institute in Paris hosts outdoor cinema screenings in its Marais garden. Free or bookable depending on the edition, these screenings showcase Swedish classics and contemporary titles in an intimate setting in the heart of the 3rd arrondissement.
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Heritage Days 2026 at the Swedish Institute: guided tours to explore the Hôtel de Marle.

For the 43rd edition of Heritage Days, the Swedish Institute in Paris invites you to guided tours of the building that houses it: the superb Hôtel de Marle. Join us on Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 September 2026 to discover this little architectural gem!
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The Swedish Institute in Paris: Sweden's only cultural center abroad

For a trip to Scandinavia without even leaving the capital, head for the Swedish Institute! Housed in the sublime Hôtel de Marle since 1971, the Nordic cultural center offers a rich and varied program of events all year round, showcasing art, music, design and cinema straight from Sweden.

Past events

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World Music Day 2026 at the Swedish Institute: Midsommar and free concerts

For this year’s Music Day, not to be missed on Sunday, June 21, 2026, the Swedish Institute in Paris will have you dancing in its garden with two free concerts on the program. As always, don’t miss the famous traditional Midsommar dances just beforehand. So, are you ready to experience a Swedish celebration that’s both festive and family-friendly for this 2026 Music Day?
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The Swedish Institute Embraces Summer: Concerts and Outdoor Cinema in Paris

The Swedish Institute presents "Summer Time"—a program of musical and cinematic events—like a summer breeze that shapes the space of the exhibitions while offering a new way to inhabit the venue. Outdoor concerts and cinema are free on the garden side, from June 21 to September 5.
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Nuit Blanche 2026 at the Swedish Institute: a sound sculpture in the courtyard of the townhouse

This Saturday, June 6, 2026, Paris is hosting Nuit Blanche. For this unmissable event that turns the capital into an open-air art gallery, the Swedish Institute in the Marais invites us to experience a sound installation in its courtyard. More details to follow!
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An art-filled night at the Swedish Institute in Paris for the 2026 Night of Museums.

Nestled in the Marais, the Swedish Institute regularly hosts compelling cultural events. Make the most of Night of Museums 2026 this Saturday, May 23, to discover these exciting programs that put Sweden in the spotlight!
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Open Forms: An Abstract Art Exhibition at the Swedish Institute in Paris

In the heart of the Marais district, the Swedish Institute hosts Open Forms, an exhibition dedicated to geometric abstract art and the works of Olle Bærtling. Running from February 20 to July 19, 2026, in Paris.
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Open Shapes: Free Exhibition Showcasing Geometric Abstract Art at the Swedish Institute

Geometric abstract art takes center stage at the Swedish Institute from February 20 to July 19, 2026. Over five months, visitors are invited to explore free of charge "Formes ouvertes", an installation that bridges the works of Olle Bærtling—an essential figure in abstract art—with those of seven talented international artists.
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Bokbar pop-up bookstore: Nordic books to devour at the Swedish Institute

This fall, Bokbar is setting up shop at the Swedish Institute and opening a pop-up bookstore dedicated to Nordic literature. Jón Kalman Stefánsson, Tove Jansson, Sara Stridsberg, Sofi Oksanen, Karl Ove Knausgård, Karolina Ramqvist... come and discover the novels of these talented Nordic authors until December 21, 2025.