Paris is the ideal city for art and culture lovers. The capital and its surrounding towns are home to numerous museums, cultural institutions, art foundations, galleries, artists' studios... And these places regularly organize exhibitions and events to offer us new works to see. Thanks to these museums and institutions, our program is already full.
But you want more, and you're right. You want the innovative, the unexpected. You're also looking to decorate your house or apartment. So you've come to the right place.
If there's one thing we can reproach museums for, it's that they rarely let us take home the painting or sculpture we've fallen in love with. Art fairs and festivals, on the other hand, are much more open about this.
As you can see, this guide lists the best art fairs and other art festivals in Paris and the Ile-de-France region. In the selection below, you'll find the major events of the year that you won't want to miss, as well as more confidential fairs that are well worth the detour.
But what exactly do you do at an art fair? These events are organized as much for professionals in the art world as for amateurs like us. It's an opportunity to discover young talent, artists and galleries from around the world, and unusual and different practices.
These art fairs and cultural festivals often feature exhibitions, shows or entertainment that allow us to admire new artists. What's more, these events are also (often, but not always) marketplaces: you can buy the works you like. And you don't necessarily need to go into debt to do so: there are a number of art fairs that are very accessible to the general public!
Drawing, contemporary art, urban art, photography, crafts, art from elsewhere... There's something for everyone, all year round. This time, for sure, you won't be able to say you're bored in Paris! Without further ado, here are the shows and festivals not to be missed this year.
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]
The Salon des Artistes Français 2025 awaits us at the Grand Palais this winter for a new edition.
The Salon des Artistes Français finally returns to the Grand Palais for its 235th edition. From February 19 to 22, 2025, don't miss this event that has been honoring French designers for almost 150 years. [Read more]
Matter and Shape: the design fair in the Jardin des Tuileries, with bookshop & restaurant We Are Ona
The Matter & Shape design show returns from March 7 to 10, 2025 for a second edition at the Jardin des Tuileries, in parallel with Paris Fashion Week. On the program, over 50 exhibitors spread over 5000 m2 will unveil iconic pieces and new aesthetics, between two conferences on design issues. There will also be a bookshop, a design boutique and a WE ARE ONA pop-up restaurant. You can reserve your badge now on the show website. [Read more]
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]
Salon du dessin 2025: dates and programme for this artistic event at the Palais Brongniart
The Salon du Dessin takes up residence at the Palais Brongniart from March 26 to 31, 2025, to welcome numerous collectors, researchers, experts... and you! Come and discover over 1,000 antique and modern drawings at this international show. [Read more]
Drawing Now Paris 2025: enjoy the contemporary art fair at Carreau du Temple
Drawing Now Paris, the contemporary drawing fair, returns to the Carreau du Temple for a promising 18th edition, to be experienced from March 27 to 30, 2025. [Read more]
Paris Print Fair 2025: the print art fair at the Réfectoire du Couvent des Cordeliers
The Paris Print Fair is back for another edition, from March 27 to 30, 2025. See you at the Réfectoire du Couvent des Cordeliers. [Read more]
PAD Paris Design: the decorative arts fair returns to the Jardin des Tuileries
Head for the Jardin des Tuileries to enjoy the latest edition of PAD Paris Design, the rendez-vous for lovers of the decorative arts. The next show runs from April 2 to 6, 2025. [Read more]
Art Paris 2025: the contemporary art fair returns to the Grand Palais in Paris, dates and programme
Art Paris 2025, the major springtime event for modern and contemporary art, awaits us from April 3 to 6, 2025 in the renovated spaces of the Grand Palais. This 27th edition will welcome 170 exhibitors from 25 countries, 34 more than in 2024, confirming the growth of this must-attend event. [Read more]
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]
Circulation(s) 2025: date and programme of the European festival of young photography at Le Centquatre
The Circulation(s) festival returns to 104, from April 5 to June 1, 2025. For the past 15 years, this event dedicated to young European photography has been a not-to-be-missed fixture in Paris. [Read more]
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]
Cabaret Extra! The Centre Pompidou's literary event at the Grand Palais
The Centre Pompidou is offering a very special edition of its literary event Extra! From April 11 to 13, 2025, the festival goes into cabaret mode at the Grand Palais. [Read more]
Urban Art Fair 2025 in Paris: see what's in store at the Carreau du Temple
The Carreau du Temple hosts the ninth edition of the international urban art fair: the Urban Art Fair. Street art lovers won't want to miss this event from Thursday April 24 to Sunday April 27, 2025. On the program? The best of international urban art in one place. [Read more]
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]
Révélations 2025: the biennial arts and crafts show moves to the Grand Palais
It's back at last at the Grand Palais: the biennial Révélations, the international showcase of artistic and creative crafts, is open from May 21 to 25, 2025. Come and discover the skills of artists and craftsmen from all over the world through exceptional new works. [Read more]
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]
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: 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]
Biennale d'Issy 2025: contemporary art in the spotlight at the Musée de la Carte à Jouer
The Issy Biennial is back for its 16th edition at the Musée de la Carte à Jouer in Issy-les-Moulineaux. This contemporary art rendez-vous awaits us from September 17 to November 9, 2025. Discover the program. [Read more]
FAB Paris, the international art fair kicks off the new cultural season at the Grand Palais
The FAB Paris art fair, which brings together a hundred art galleries from all over the world, returns to the Grand Palais from September 20 to 24, 2025, for a new edition. Discover the program. [Read more]
Art3F 2025: the autumn edition of the international contemporary art fair at Porte de Versailles
The Art3F contemporary art fair is back for another Parisian edition: from September 26 to 28, 2025, at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, the fair is aimed at all art enthusiasts. [Read more]
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]
SPERA, the International Urban and Contemporary Art Fair, comes to Montrouge
SPERA, the first International Urban and Contemporary Art Fair, takes up residence at the Beffroi de Montrouge (Hauts-de-Seine) from October 2 to 5, 2025. This unique event brings together over 100 international artists and 40 galleries to celebrate urban cultures through exhibitions, live performances and concerts. [Read more]
Salon de la Photo 2025: the program for this year's event at La Villette this weekend
Don't miss the Salon de la Photo, the major annual event for photographers, videographers, amateurs and professionals alike. Discover the program of the event that awaits you from October 9 to 12, 2025 at the Grande Halle de la Villette. [Read more]
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]
Asia Now: the most Asian of art fairs at La Monnaie de Paris
Asian art fair Asia Now returns to Paris! The fair takes up residence at the Monnaie de Paris from October 22 to 26, 2025, for its 11th edition, with a packed program. [Read more]
Salon du Patrimoine Culturel 2025: arts and heritage trades on show at the Carrousel du Louvre
The Salon du Patrimoine Culturel returns this weekend, from October 23 to 26, 2025. For this 30th anniversary edition, Ateliers d'Art de France is bringing together over 300 exhibitors at the Carrousel du Louvre, to showcase the revival of international cultural heritage and the expertise of our craftsmen! [Read more]
Moderne Art Fair 2025: the fair for contemporary art, modern art and design returns to Paris
Modern art and design lovers, this fair is for you! Discover the many artists and galleries at the Moderne Art Fair, from October 23 to 26, 2025, on the Place de la Concorde. [Read more]
AKAA - Also known as Africa: the contemporary art fair celebrates its 10th anniversary at Carreau du Temple
Don't forget these dates: from October 24 to 26, 2025, the AKAA African contemporary art fair celebrates its 10th anniversary at the Carreau du Temple. Discover the program! [Read more]
Art Basel Paris 2025: the contemporary art fair opens at the Grand Palais and in Paris
The international contemporary art fair Art Basel Paris is finally back at the Grand Palais for a new and fourth edition. The event awaits you on the weekend of October 24-26, 2025. [Read more]
Menart Fair 2025: dates of the international fair dedicated to art from the Middle East and North Africa
The countries of the Middle East and North Africa are teeming with talented contemporary artists: come and discover them from October 25 to 27, 2025 at the Menart Fair, the international art fair organized at Galerie Joseph-Turenne, in the Marais district of Paris. [Read more]
Salon d'Automne 2025: contemporary art on the Place de la Concorde
The Salon d'Automne is the must-attend event for all contemporary artists, from October 29 to November 2, 2025. Over 1,000 works will be on display at Place de la Concorde, just a stone's throw from the Petit Palais, where the Salon was born in 1903. [Read more]
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]
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]
Mira Art Fair 2025: discover contemporary Latin American art at the Maison de l'Amérique Latine
Mira Art Fair, the contemporary art fair, invites us to travel and discover new artists, from November 13 to 16, 2025, with a new edition of this unique cultural event, to be held at the Maison de l'Amérique Latine in Paris. [Read more]
Paris Photo 2025: the program for this year's art fair at the Grand Palais
Paris Photo unveils itself for another exceptional edition, from November 13 to 16, 2025 in the capital. The Grand Palais welcomes photo professionals and enthusiasts alike, happy to meet and exchange ideas in Paris' cultural mecca! [Read more]
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]
Craftsmanship excellence comes to the Carreau du Temple for an exceptional exhibition and sale.
Sponsored - From December 4 to 7, 2025, the Carrousel des Métiers d'Art et de Création returns to the Carreau du Temple for its 13th edition. This is a must-see event for anyone who loves craftsmanship and beautiful materials, or who wants to find unique gifts as the holidays approach. Organized by the Île-de-France Chamber of Trades and Crafts, the Carrousel also marks the institution's 100th anniversary, a symbolic year celebrating a century of craftsmanship and innovation. [Read more]
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]
It's sometimes necessary to reserve your admission ticket in advance: if a show catches your eye, get your tickets right away. Above all, make the most of it.
Dates and Opening Time
From January 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025
