Contemporary art in Paris: what to do during the week of the Art Basel Paris 2025 fair?

Have you heard of Art Basel Paris? This not-to-be-missed international fair awaits us at the Grand Palais, from October 24 to 26, 2025. This famous event, dedicated tomodern and contemporary art, brings together hundreds of galleries and artists from all over the world, around various events organized in Paris museums and art venues. It's an opportunity for us to meet some of the world's greatest talents and enjoy a wide range of artistic activities.

The Art Basel Paris fair is a series ofexhibitions, performances andinstallations taking place all over the capital. For one week, contemporary art takes center stage in the capital. Why not take the opportunity to (re)discover all the Parisian venues associated with this artistic movement?

Are you passionate about contemporary art? Then here are a few ideas for outings to make the most of the event. Exhibitions, museums, art trails, shows and fairs... We've even added a few restaurant addresses close to the Grand Palais, so you can eat well without straying too far from the contemporary art fair.

Without waiting, here is a selection of things to do during this artistic week:

Art Basel Paris 2025: contemporary artists exhibit at the Cité de l'architecture
The Cité de l'Architecture et du Patrimoine is also participating in the Art Basel Paris 2025 fair, hosting two new contemporary exhibitions from October 22, 2025, to February 16, 2026. [Read more]

To vary your outings :

General Exhibition: the Fondation Cartier recounts 40 years of exhibitions for its reopening
The Fondation Cartier pour l'art contemporain is reopening its doors in a new location in the heart of Paris with a new exhibition: from October 25, 2025, to August 23, 2026, discover the General Exhibition. [Read more]

Colors of Korea: free contemporary art exhibition at the Korean Cultural Center in Paris, photos
The Korean Cultural Center unveils the exhibition "Couleurs de Corée, Lumière sur l'art contemporain coréen", on the occasion of the 140th anniversary of diplomatic relations between France and Korea, from October 24, 2025 to August 29, 2026. This free exhibition presents a unique immersion in Korean art, illustrating the work of 34 artists who blend tradition and innovation through the power of color. [Read more]

Les Illusions retrouvées exhibition at CENTQUATRE-Paris: the new utopias of the digital age
Dive into Les Illusions retrouvées, the CENTQUATRE-Paris exhibition exploring the link between digital art, artificial intelligence and contemporary utopias, from October 11, 2025 to January 11, 2026. Some thirty immersive and interactive works reinvent our perception of reality and question the future of creation in the digital age. [Read more]

Art Basel Paris 2025: Kermit the Frog takes over Place Vendôme, our photos
Art is everywhere in Paris, even on the Place Vendôme! For the Art Basel Paris fair, from October 20 to 26, 2026, artist Alex Da Corte is recreating an incident involving a giant green balloon bearing the image of Kermit the Frog... Discover it for free in the open air this fall. [Read more]

Minimal, when art goes to the essential: the exhibition at the Bourse de Commerce is unveiled
The Bourse de Commerce offers us an exhibition in all its simplicity... Or so it seems. Come and discover "Minimal", the exhibition on show from October 8, 2025 to January 18, 2026. [Read more]

I dreamt of you in colours: Otobong Nkanga's exhibition at the Musée d'Art Moderne in Paris
The Musée d'Art Moderne de Paris honors Otobong Nkanga with his first monographic exhibition in the capital, "I dreamt of you in colours", combining installations, drawings and unpublished works, from October 10, 2025 to February 22, 2026. [Read more]

Niki de Saint Phalle, Jean Tinguely, Pontus Hultén: our photos of the new exhibition at the Grand Palais
A plunge into the art of an iconic duo... During its period of closure, the Centre Pompidou takes over the Grand Palais with a brand-new exhibition featuring Niki de Saint Phalle and Jean Tinguely, as well as the Swedish art historian Pontus Hultén, from June 26, 2025 to January 4, 2026. [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]

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]

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]

Modern and contemporary art museums to visit in Paris in every season
Are you passionate about modern and contemporary art, and can't get enough of admiring these exceptional works? Then it's time to take a tour of the capital's museums and art centers. Follow the guide! [Read more]

The Petit Palais café-restaurant in Paris is transformed into a concept store
Ideally nestled in the heart of the Petit Palais, in a lush setting, the café-restaurant is sure to seduce. The spot has been transformed into an innovative concept store, with a menu designed by Amandine Chaignot and pastries by Claire Heitzler. We tell you all about it. [Read more]

Mido Paris, the fine nikkei restaurant at the Intercontinental Paris Champs-Élysées-Étoile
The Intercontinental Paris Champs-Élysées-Étoile unveils its restaurant, a nikkei table called Mido Paris. As connoisseurs will have gathered, this is the little sister of a cult address on the Riviera. So, what's the verdict? [Read more]

Le Grand Diner, Belle Epoque-inspired dishes to share at the Hotel San Régis
From Wednesday to Saturday, the Hotel San Régis organizes the Grand Diner, with dishes inspired by the Belle Epoque to share with guests in a chic but truly convivial atmosphere. [Read more]

Suelo, the festive Spanish restaurant in the Golden Triangle
Spanish restaurant Suego opens its doors in September. On the program: Iberian specialties upstairs and creative cocktails in the speakeasy. [Read more]

Chez Gala: the festive, nostalgic Mediterranean restaurant & cocktail bar near the Champs-Élysées
Chez Gala is the festive Mediterranean-style restaurant that's got the Champs Élysées moving! From Tuesday to Sunday, the restaurant comes alive with two evening courses of tasty dishes to share, to the accompaniment of piano-vocals and frenzied DJ sets. [Read more]

With a program like this, your week should be as full as it is beautiful! Keep your eyes peeled for contemporary art everywhere in Paris and the Paris region!