Fête des pères 2026 : our pick of cool exhibitions to enjoy with dad in Paris

Mark it in your calendar: the fête des Pères in France falls on this Sunday, June 21, 2026. It’s an opportunity to enjoy time with family and share a special moment of bond with your papa(s). It has to be said that this holiday is another chance to reconnect with your parents, and to create beautiful memories at any age. Now you just need to find the ideal outing for Father’s Day Sunday.

Why not seize the moment for a fantastic exhibition? There’s a rich lineup waiting for you in the region’s museums and galleries this Sunday, June 21, 2026. There might even be a little too much to choose from... There’s so much to see for art lovers that you won’t know where to start! To help you pick the best exhibition to celebrate Father’s Day, we’ve gathered here our top family-friendly outings.

But above all, stay tuned! This guide is updated as announcements come in and as we make new discoveries, so you won't miss the standout exhibitions to celebrate Father's Day. Save this page and check back regularly as the big day approaches.

The exhibitions to check out for Father’s Day 2026 in Paris:

Claude Monet in Paris: Where to Discover the Works of the Renowned Impressionist Painter in the Capital?
He is undoubtedly one of France’s most beloved painters: Claude Monet left behind a stunning collection of masterpieces, many of which you can admire in the city’s top museums. Follow the guide! [Read more]

Musée Picasso in Paris: prices, access, opening hours... All you need to know about the Paris museum
If you're a fan of Picasso's work, head to the Musée Picasso to discover the museum's permanent collections, as well as numerous exhibitions on the artist's world. History, access, opening hours, prices... We tell you everything you need to know about this beautiful Parisian museum! [Read more]

The Museum of Sufi Art and Culture: a spiritual journey in Chatou (78) - our photos
In Chatou, in the Yvelines department, the first museum dedicated to the art and culture of Sufism opens its doors to you to discover this spiritual current of Islam, through a collection of ancient objects and works of art. [Read more]

The Petit Palais in Paris and its hidden treasures, the free museum, opening hours and exhibitions
The Petit Palais, home to the Musées des Beaux-Arts de la Ville de Paris, is a true architectural masterpiece. Designed by Charles Girault for the 1900 Universal Exhibition, this museum is a treasure trove. And since admission is free, you'd be wrong not to take advantage of it. [Read more]

L'Atelier des Lumières, a digital art center and immersive museum in Paris
For total, magical immersion in the works of the greatest artists, head for Atelier des Lumières, the digital art center in Paris's 11th arrondissement. Find out all the latest news from this museum like no other. [Read more]

Fujiko Nakaya unveils an unusual and contemplative fog sculpture at the Bourse de Commerce
This summer, the Rotonde of the Bourse de Commerce in Paris hosts one of the renowned fog sculptures by Japanese artist Fujiko Nakaya. Visit until September 14, 2026 to experience this unusual, contemplative installation that makes visitors appear and vanish within a thick white cloud of water vapor! [Read more]

Courage to Honor: Free Exhibition on Military Decorations at the Legion of Honour Museum
The Musée de la Légion d’honneur opens a free exhibition devoted to the symbolism of military distinctions and the trajectories of France’s most notable figures. From April 22 to July 26, 2026, “From Courage to Honor” explores how bravery and recognition are expressed through insignia, works, and archives, many of which are being shown to the public for the first time. [Read more]

Primordial Water: the Louvre’s exhibition exploring Mesopotamian myths — our photos
The Louvre Museum in Paris presents The Primordial Water, an exhibition on water in ancient Mesopotamia, running from May 20, 2026 to March 15, 2027. Archaeological artifacts, myths, and irrigation show how this resource shaped the region’s earliest societies. [Read more]

Revealing femininity, fashion, and appearance in the 18th century: the exhibition on self-image at the Cognacq-Jay Museum
The Cognacq-Jay Museum delves into the myriad portrayals of women in the 18th century with a captivating exhibition: "Women in the Mirror, Appearances and Imaginaries". The show runs from March 25 to September 20, 2026. [Read more]

Dinosaurs: an immersive return experience for the holidays at the Atelier des Lumières
L'exposition-documentaire "Planète préhistorique : Dinosaures" returns to Atelier des Lumières from April 19, 2026, for the school holidays. Step into the age of the dinosaurs with this immersive, offbeat and family-friendly experience. [Read more]

AURA INVALIDES, the must-see sound and light show in Paris
Looking for a unique nocturnal experience in Paris? Ready to be amazed and embark on a timeless journey to a legendary heritage site? Come and discover AURA INVALIDES, a sound and light show at the iconic Dôme des Invalides as night falls. A magical moment in the heart of the Dome, sure to delight young and old alike. [Read more]

La Caverne du Pont-Neuf: Final days to discover JR's giant installation — reviews and photos
Only a few days left to experience JR’s La Caverne du Pont-Neuf. Until June 28, 2026, this monumental installation reimagines Paris’s oldest bridge as a dark, mineral corridor, alive with sound, scents, and augmented-reality moments. An immersive work you can explore for free, around the clock, before it closes. [Read more]

Colors Festival returns to Paris with the street-art exhibition Colors Ligth, spanning 700 m², featuring the photos
The Colors Festival returns to Paris after a three-year hiatus and sets up in the 15th arrondissement with Colors Light, a new immersive exhibition exploring blacklight and urban art, opening from April 16 to July 26, 2026. [Read more]

Video Games & Music at the Philharmonie: our photos from the exhibition about video game music
The Philharmonie de Paris highlights video game music with the exhibition Video Games & Music – The Music You Are the Hero Of, on view from April 2 to November 1, 2026. conceived as an immersive, interactive journey, the show traces the evolution of video game soundtracks, from Pong’s early electronic tones to the expansive scores of Final Fantasy, demonstrating how musical creation has accompanied the history and transformations of the medium. [Read more]

Louis Vuitton Art Deco: LV Dream’s Free & Immersive Exhibition in Paris Extended — Our Photos
The 1920s are making a comeback at Louis Vuitton. LV Dream unveils a free exhibition about Art Deco and its links to the House, running until August 30, 2026. [Read more]

Imaginary Maps: A Playful Exhibition to Explore New Worlds at the François-Mitterrand Library
From March 24 to July 19, 2026, the BnF François-Mitterrand is offering a rare immersion into cartography and its imaginary territories, through more than 200 works, for a journey to the frontiers of reality and fiction. [Read more]

Heritage in Resistance: From Timbuktu to Odessa, an Exhibition at the City of Architecture.
Sponsored - In Paris, the Cité de l’architecture et du patrimoine presents the exhibition Patrimoines en résistance : de Tombouctou à Odessa, running from May 20, 2026 to January 3, 2027, a look at heritage in wartime, where destruction, safeguarding, and rebuilding come into play. [Read more]

Mission spatiale, the new permanent exhibition in the stars at the Cité des sciences
Take a trip into space from October 23, 2023 at the Cité des sciences et de l'industrie, with a new permanent exhibition on the conquest of space. [Read more]

Happy Father's Day to all the dads!