Free art fairs in Paris and the Île-de-France region: what to expect in 2025

Published by La Rédac · Photos by Cécile de Sortiraparis · Updated on November 6, 2025 at 03:08 p.m. · Published on March 6, 2020 at 11:41 a.m.
Discover the calendar of art fairs in Paris in 2025, bargain for unique works and meet the artists of tomorrow. Get out your diaries, here's what you need to know.

Contemporary and modern art fairs, urban art fairs, photography festivals, craft fairs, African or Asian art fairs... There's no shortage of art fairs in Paris and the greater Paris region! Every year, art lovers and enthusiasts alike can take advantage of these numerous events to discover the artists of tomorrow, plunge into a new artistic universe or find the perfect work to decorate their home.

Would you like to take part in these fairs and festivals too, but you're on a tight budget? Good news: there are plenty of free art fairs in every corner of the capital, all year round!

Get ready to hunt out unique and original works of art, and discover new artists. Art lovers can make great encounters with art galleries from all over the world, admire favorite works, and much more, thanks to these great tips! Mark your calendars, here's the calendar of art fairs to experience this year. Follow the guide!

Events not to be missed this year:

Expo4Art 2020, l'événement artistique à la Halle des Blancs ManteauxExpo4Art 2020, l'événement artistique à la Halle des Blancs ManteauxExpo4Art 2020, l'événement artistique à la Halle des Blancs ManteauxExpo4Art 2020, l'événement artistique à la Halle des Blancs Manteaux Expo4Art: don't miss the last edition of this free art fair in Paris in 2025.
The Expo4Art fair is back for its final edition of 2025 at the Halle des Blancs Manteaux. It's the perfect event for discovering new talent in the art world. Here are the dates for the next edition in December. Don't hesitate: it's free! [Read more]

Marché nocturne du Perray-en-YvelinesMarché nocturne du Perray-en-YvelinesMarché nocturne du Perray-en-YvelinesMarché nocturne du Perray-en-Yvelines Salon des Arts 2025: dates and theme of this cultural event in Le Perray-en-Yvelines
The Salon des Arts is the cultural event not to be missed in the town of Le Perray-en-Yvelines. Hundreds of works by regional artists are on display from March 22 to 30, 2025. [Read more]

Visuels musée et monument Louvre CarrouselVisuels musée et monument Louvre CarrouselVisuels musée et monument Louvre CarrouselVisuels musée et monument Louvre Carrousel Art Shopping 2025: the spring edition of the contemporary art fair at the Carrousel du Louvre
Art Shopping takes place at the Carrousel du Louvre in Paris, from April 4 to 6, 2025, for its spring edition. Discover the program. [Read more]

Centre national de la Danse PantinCentre national de la Danse PantinCentre national de la Danse PantinCentre national de la Danse Pantin Emergences 2025: the biennial arts and crafts show moves to Pantin's Centre National de la Danse
Meet talented artisans and creators at the Emergences biennial, back for an 8th edition, to be discovered from April 10 to 13, 2025 at the Centre National de la Danse de Pantin. An artistic event not to be missed! [Read more]

Nuit Blanche 2024 au Carreau du Temple - IMG20240531175341Nuit Blanche 2024 au Carreau du Temple - IMG20240531175341Nuit Blanche 2024 au Carreau du Temple - IMG20240531175341Nuit Blanche 2024 au Carreau du Temple - IMG20240531175341 Solid'Art Paris 2025: the solidarity art fair returns to the Carreau du Temple
The Carreau du Temple is hosting a new edition of Solid'Art, the art fair benefiting Secours Populaire. Join us from May 1 to 4, 2025 to admire contemporary works of art and do a good deed at the same time. [Read more]

L'Eglise Saint-Germain-des-Prés, le cœur du Quartier LatinL'Eglise Saint-Germain-des-Prés, le cœur du Quartier LatinL'Eglise Saint-Germain-des-Prés, le cœur du Quartier LatinL'Eglise Saint-Germain-des-Prés, le cœur du Quartier Latin Parcours des mondes 2025: the international exhibition of primitive and Asian arts returns to Paris
This autumn, head for the Saint-Germain-des-Près district for the new edition of Parcours des mondes, the international art fair for Africa, Oceania, the Americas, Asia and Archaeology. Join us from September 9 to 14, 2025 to enjoy this artistic journey. [Read more]

Couvent des Cordeliers Paris 6Couvent des Cordeliers Paris 6Couvent des Cordeliers Paris 6Couvent des Cordeliers Paris 6 Salon des Beaux-Arts 2025: dates and programme for this free event in Paris
The Salon des Beaux-Arts 2025 takes place at the Réfectoire des Cordeliers in the 6th arrondissement of Paris. This free event takes place in two sessions: from December 3 to 7 for Painting, Sculpture and Textiles, then from December 10 to 14, 2025 for the Naturalist, Paper-Paper, Photography and Sculpture sections. [Read more]

Photoclimat : derniers jours pour la biennale artistique place de la Concorde à Paris - fotor 1760090531100Photoclimat : derniers jours pour la biennale artistique place de la Concorde à Paris - fotor 1760090531100Photoclimat : derniers jours pour la biennale artistique place de la Concorde à Paris - fotor 1760090531100Photoclimat : derniers jours pour la biennale artistique place de la Concorde à Paris - fotor 1760090531100 Photoclimat: final days for the Place de la Concorde art biennial in Paris
The Photoclimat biennial, which combines the environment and art, is back for a new 3rd edition on the Place de la Concorde in Paris. Discover the program of this free event, to be experienced from September 12 to October 12, 2025. [Read more]

Les DeuxMains du Luxe : immersion gratuite au Grand Palais dans les métiers d’art & les savoir-faireLes DeuxMains du Luxe : immersion gratuite au Grand Palais dans les métiers d’art & les savoir-faireLes DeuxMains du Luxe : immersion gratuite au Grand Palais dans les métiers d’art & les savoir-faireLes DeuxMains du Luxe : immersion gratuite au Grand Palais dans les métiers d’art & les savoir-faire Les DeuxMains du Luxe: immersion in craftsmanship and know-how at the Grand Palais - our photos
Les DeuxMains du Luxe takes over the Grand Palais from October 2 to 5, 2025, to showcase exceptional craftsmanship and know-how. For four free days, discover 32 luxury houses and 20 schools or associations, take part in workshops and attend continuous demonstrations with the craftsmen who shape French creation, from Fashion to Jewellery, Leather to Decoration, Gastronomy and Perfumes. [Read more]

Bastille Design Center Bastille Design Center Bastille Design Center Bastille Design Center Outsider' Paris 2025: a new edition of the art brut fair at the Bastille Design Center in Paris
Outsider' Paris, the art brut fair, returns for a third edition at the Bastille Design Center, from October 21 to 26, 2025. A free event for art lovers and the curious. [Read more]

Visuel Paris 1er - Place VendômeVisuel Paris 1er - Place VendômeVisuel Paris 1er - Place VendômeVisuel Paris 1er - Place Vendôme Photo Days 2025: the contemporary photo festival to be experienced throughout Paris
Photo Days is the artsy event not to be missed this autumn in Paris. We look forward to seeing you from November 3 to 30, 2025, to discover the various exhibitions and events organized in Parisian institutions and galleries. Here's the program! [Read more]

Visuel Journées du Patrimoine/Matrimoine buste guillaume appollinaireVisuel Journées du Patrimoine/Matrimoine buste guillaume appollinaireVisuel Journées du Patrimoine/Matrimoine buste guillaume appollinaireVisuel Journées du Patrimoine/Matrimoine buste guillaume appollinaire PhotoSaintGermain 2025: the great Left Bank photo festival returns this autumn
It's back: head for the Saint-Germain-des-Prés district in Paris to enjoy the PhotoSaintGermain festival, a free artistic event not to be missed in Paris, from November 6 to 30, 2025. [Read more]

Nuit Blanche 2024 au Carreau du Temple - IMG20240531175341Nuit Blanche 2024 au Carreau du Temple - IMG20240531175341Nuit Blanche 2024 au Carreau du Temple - IMG20240531175341Nuit Blanche 2024 au Carreau du Temple - IMG20240531175341 Carrousel des Métiers d’Art et de Création 2025: everything you need to know about this edition at the Carreau du Temple
The Carrousel des Métiers d’Art et de Création returns to the Carreau du Temple from December 4 to 7, 2025. It's an opportunity to discover and purchase the work of 140 French artisans in the fields of interior design, fashion, and accessories. Here's what's in store for you at this 13th edition. [Read more]

Les Puces de l'Illu 2022, le festival de l’illustration contemporaine au Campus Fonderie de l'ImageLes Puces de l'Illu 2022, le festival de l’illustration contemporaine au Campus Fonderie de l'ImageLes Puces de l'Illu 2022, le festival de l’illustration contemporaine au Campus Fonderie de l'ImageLes Puces de l'Illu 2022, le festival de l’illustration contemporaine au Campus Fonderie de l'Image Les Puces de l'Illu 2025: the contemporary illustration festival at the Campus Fonderie de l'Image
The Campus Fonderie de l'Image is organizing the 13th edition of the Puces de l'illu on December 6 and 7, 2025. Come and discover a selection of illustrators, screen printers, engravers, publishers, gallery owners, and independent booksellers, and find an original work of art! [Read more]

As you can see, 2025 is a year rich in art fairs and discoveries! Whether you're a fan of contemporary art, urban art, modern art or Asian art, there's bound to be a show for you.

Practical information

Dates and Opening Time
From January 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025

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    Prices
    Free

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