Unusual art gallery exhibitions in Paris at the moment

Published by Graziella de Sortiraparis, Rizhlaine de Sortiraparis · Photos by Audrey de Sortiraparis · Updated on October 15, 2025 at 07:14 p.m.
Did you know that Paris has the highest concentration of art galleries in the world? Every month, they offer us the chance to discover sometimes unusual works of art, at captivating exhibitions in the heart of the capital.

Parisians are so lucky! In addition to the beautiful museums and monuments to visit in every corner of the capital, they can enjoy the largest concentration of art galleries in the world, no less! Lovers of contemporary, historical and unusual works of art are in heaven, and are spoilt for choice when it comes to current exhibitions, which they can discover without further ado! And yet, art galleries are sometimes overlooked, even though they are often free of charge and offer genuine diversity.

From the Marais to Belleville, via Saint-Germain-des-Prés and all the way to the north-east of the capital, you can easily discover an art gallery hidden around the corner, offering you an incredible moment of escape. While they don't have the same resources as the major collections, they often offer astonishing, immersive scenographies, so that you can embark on a journey into their universe, alongside the artists on display, who may or may not be well known to the general public. It's also a great opportunity to spot your next favorite artists!

Whether it's a tribute to music, cinema or pop-culture, an exhibition of photographs or sculptures, or something totally offbeat, which one are you going to fall for today?

Current art gallery exhibitions

Galerie Goldshteyn-Saatort à Paris : une exposition collective consacrée à Tokyo - IMG 5103Galerie Goldshteyn-Saatort à Paris : une exposition collective consacrée à Tokyo - IMG 5103Galerie Goldshteyn-Saatort à Paris : une exposition collective consacrée à Tokyo - IMG 5103Galerie Goldshteyn-Saatort à Paris : une exposition collective consacrée à Tokyo - IMG 5103 Goldshteyn-Saatort Gallery in Paris: A Collective Exhibition Celebrating Japan – Our Photos
One Day in Japan, the collective exhibition at the Goldshteyn-Saatort Gallery in Paris, runs from March 14 to April 14, 2026. This showcase brings together Japanese and international artists, presenting exclusive works created specifically for the occasion. [Read more]

ABCdaire, l'Arctique raconté par l'art inuit ABCdaire, l'Arctique raconté par l'art inuit ABCdaire, l'Arctique raconté par l'art inuit ABCdaire, l'Arctique raconté par l'art inuit ABC Dictionary: Exploring the Arctic Through Inuit Art — The Contemporary Exhibition at Art Inuit Gallery
Inuit artists share their lives and culture from the Arctic through an artistic alphabet, available for free at the Art Inuit Gallery from March 26 to August 31, 2026. [Read more]

Michka Kovalsky : exposition de photographie Icône émoi à la galerie La Lison, ParisMichka Kovalsky : exposition de photographie Icône émoi à la galerie La Lison, ParisMichka Kovalsky : exposition de photographie Icône émoi à la galerie La Lison, ParisMichka Kovalsky : exposition de photographie Icône émoi à la galerie La Lison, Paris Poetry Evening in Paris: Arthur Ribo at La Lison Gallery for the "Icône Emoi" Exhibition
In Paris, the La Lison gallery is hosting an evening of poetry on March 26, 2026, centered around the exhibition Icône Emoi by Michka Kovalsky. Lit by candlelight and featuring a dynamic spoken word performance by Arthur Ribo, this event is by reservation only and has a limited capacity. [Read more]

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The artist Julia Haumont delves into the end of childhood and the transformations of the body in a sculpture exhibition running from March 12 to April 25, 2026, at the Les Filles du Calvaire Gallery. [Read more]

From Paa Joe to Paaris : l'expo de cercueils et urnes funéraires à la galerie Nothing Serious - IMG 4326From Paa Joe to Paaris : l'expo de cercueils et urnes funéraires à la galerie Nothing Serious - IMG 4326From Paa Joe to Paaris : l'expo de cercueils et urnes funéraires à la galerie Nothing Serious - IMG 4326From Paa Joe to Paaris : l'expo de cercueils et urnes funéraires à la galerie Nothing Serious - IMG 4326 This Paris exhibit turns coffins into art pieces at the Nothing Serious gallery
The Nothing Serious gallery is inviting you to explore a truly unique exhibition featuring unusual coffins and funerary urns, titled From Paa Joe to Paaris, running from February 27 to May 24, 2026. [Read more]

All Parts Of Us : Susanna Inglada en exposition au Drawing Lab à Paris - IMG 3728All Parts Of Us : Susanna Inglada en exposition au Drawing Lab à Paris - IMG 3728All Parts Of Us : Susanna Inglada en exposition au Drawing Lab à Paris - IMG 3728All Parts Of Us : Susanna Inglada en exposition au Drawing Lab à Paris - IMG 3728 All Parts Of Us: Susanna Inglada Exhibits at Drawing Lab in Paris
The Drawing Lab in Paris is hosting the exhibition All Parts Of Us by Susanna Inglada, the recipient of the 2025 Drawing Now Award, from February 13 to May 10, 2026. Through a compelling blend of drawings, installations, and videos, the artist delves into the tensions shaping our modern world, examining the collective gaze and power dynamics at play. [Read more]

Et Dieu… créa Bardot : l'exposition photo à la Galerie de l'InstantEt Dieu… créa Bardot : l'exposition photo à la Galerie de l'InstantEt Dieu… créa Bardot : l'exposition photo à la Galerie de l'InstantEt Dieu… créa Bardot : l'exposition photo à la Galerie de l'Instant And God… created Bardot: a free photo exhibition paying tribute at the Galerie de l'Instant
The Galerie de l'Instant is presenting a retrospective dedicated to Brigitte Bardot, featuring vintage prints and candid snapshots captured on the fly. From January 29 to March 29, 2026, visit this free exhibition to see the legendary "BB" of the 1950s to 70s—an icon who revolutionized societal norms. [Read more]

Erwin Wurm - Tomorrow yes : l'exposition gratuite à la galerie Thaddaeus Ropac, à Pantin (93)Erwin Wurm - Tomorrow yes : l'exposition gratuite à la galerie Thaddaeus Ropac, à Pantin (93)Erwin Wurm - Tomorrow yes : l'exposition gratuite à la galerie Thaddaeus Ropac, à Pantin (93)Erwin Wurm - Tomorrow yes : l'exposition gratuite à la galerie Thaddaeus Ropac, à Pantin (93) Erwin Wurm. Tomorrow Yes: Free Exhibition at Thaddaeus Ropac Gallery in Pantin (93) — Photos
Art takes wild shapes in Pantin! From January 17 to April 11, 2026, Erwin Wurm's "Tomorrow: Yes" transforms the Thaddaeus Ropac gallery into a space where new works and intriguing installations challenge visitors’ perceptions. Playing with form, space, and the human body, the exhibition offers a captivating journey into the artist's imaginative universe. [Read more]

Eggxtraordinary 2026 exposition oeuf chocolatEggxtraordinary 2026 exposition oeuf chocolatEggxtraordinary 2026 exposition oeuf chocolatEggxtraordinary 2026 exposition oeuf chocolat Eggxtraordinary: Chocolatiers and Artists Celebrate the Egg in a Free Exhibition at Joseph Gallery
Here’s a one-of-a-kind exhibition to explore during the Easter season. Running from April 3 to May 3, 2026, at the Joseph Gallery, talented pastry chefs, chocolatiers, and artists are showcasing their take on the egg and its symbols in the free exhibition Eggxtraordinaire. A must-see—don’t miss it! [Read more]

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