There are certain "marronniers" (recurring topics every year in journalistic jargon) that we love to see return every year: the summer vacations, the raclette season, the Fête de la Musique... and the Nuit Blanche too! And Nuit Blanche too! This Parisian cultural event dedicated tocontemporary art returns this Saturday, June 7, 2025, for its 24th edition. For a whole night, Parisians and tourists alike can enjoy the various art installations scattered around the capital and its surroundings, all free of charge.
Concerts, fashion shows, performances, exhibitions, dance, immersive installations... There's plenty to keep you busy on a night when anything's possible, and when culture shines brightly, even in the middle of the night! In all, over 200 artistic events are organized in Paris and the various departments of theÎle-de-France region.
Over a hundred appointments on a single night is a lot. Unless you have superpowers, it's impossible to enjoy every single one. So you have to make a choice!
If you're looking for the best of the best, you've come to the right place. We've put together our top 10 installations to discover during this Nuit Blanche 2025, to make the most of your time with family and friends. Discover the Nuit Blanche highlights you won't want to miss!
And for the full Paris program by arrondissement and in the Île-de-France region, please consult the dedicated programs.
La Nuit Blanche in Paris, history and origins of this major contemporary art event
What exactly is the Nuit Blanche in Paris? This not-to-be-missed event returns to Paris this Saturday, June 7, 2025, with a host of artistic programs accessible free of charge for an entire night. But do you know what it stands for, and when and how this event dedicated to contemporary creation was born? Here's the history and origins of the famous Nuit Blanche in Paris. [Read more]
La Nuit Blanche in Paris, history and origins of this major contemporary art event
