Paris enjoys a vibrant, varied cultural life. The capital is home to dozens of museums, hundreds of galleries, and countless works to discover around every corner... Each venue has its own program and invites us to explore its exhibitions, which change all the time. In short, you can quickly feel overwhelmed by the sheer stream of news and events that kick off each month. But then, what should you see, where should you go, what outing to choose?
Much to our chagrin, time is not infinite and certain daily obligations keep us away from museums. So when we can finally take the time to visit a beautiful exhibition, we want to be sure that it's going to be fantastic! Alas, it's not easy to choose between all these options. That's where Sortiraparis.com comes in.
For you, we’ve combed through every museum program in Paris and the Île-de-France region, filtering down to the cream of the crop—the must-see exhibitions to check out this month. Of course, many other shows deserve a place in this guide, but this pick already lets you discover the artistic releases that are truly unmissable in Paris or across Île-de-France right now and in the days ahead.
Have you already seen it all, or are the current proposals not exciting you? Check this guide often: this page is updated regularly as we uncover discoveries and as museums announce new exhibitions. So if you're still on the hunt for great exhibitions in the Paris region, we recommend bookmarking this guide for even more great ideas for outings!
Are you ready? Strap in—it's time for the must-see exhibitions currently on view in Paris and Île-de-France!
Brussels 1900 Exhibition at the Petit Palais: Belgian art in the spotlight in Paris
The Brussels 1900 exhibition at the Petit Palais invites us to step into the vibrant artistic scene of Belgium’s capital at the turn of the 20th century, through painting, architecture, jewellery and fashion. On view at the Petit Palais from 10 November 2026 to 25 April 2027. [Read more]
The Birth of Waves: The Immersive Installation at the Conciergerie
The Birth of Waves, Émilie Faïf and Nicolas André’s vast immersive installation, sets the Hall of the Men-at-Arms at the Conciergerie in Paris undulating from November 4 to December 20, 2026. A mechanical swell to behold. [Read more]
Triumph, at night: the Arc de Triomphe revealed in a new light in this exhibition
The Arc de Triomphe is presenting a new exhibition that offers a fresh perspective on the monument. From October 28, 2026, to March 26, 2027, discover the exhibition Triomphe, la nuit. [Read more]
The Guimet Museum unveils the treasures of ancient China in an unprecedented exhibition.
The Guimet Museum invites us to discover the treasures of Sanxingdui and Jinsha, two beacon sites of an ancient Chinese civilization. The exhibition runs from November 18, 2026 to March 1, 2027. [Read more]
Donkey Skin and the Fairy Tales on Display at the Postal Museum
The Postal Museum in Paris announces an exhibition on fairy tales from November 18, 2026 to April 19, 2027. On the program: postal history, a family-friendly trail, and a gown inspired by Donkey Skin. [Read more]
Free street-art festival at La Poste du Louvre 2026: the program
The street art and contemporary art festival at La Poste du Louvre is returning for its fourth edition, free of charge, from November 14 to 22, 2026 in the 1st arrondissement. It features a 350-square-meter exhibition, live painting in the courtyard, and opportunities to meet the artists. Here’s everything you need to know. [Read more]
Spark of Life: a light-painting photography exhibition in Fontenay-aux-Roses
Photographer Rudy Pilarski turns the night into a workshop for creation with Spark of Life at Espace Rosa Bonheur in Fontenay-aux-Roses, running November 12 to December 6, 2026. A light-painting exhibition where glowing circles and bursts of sparks meet landscapes and architecture. [Read more]
We, the Grotesques: Guillermo Forchino's free exhibition at Galerie Joseph
The Joseph Gallery, in the Marais district of Paris, is hosting "Noi, i Grotteschi," a free exhibition bringing together 124 sculptures by Guillermo Forchino, from November 6 to 29, 2026. A retrospective that spans four decades of work, blending human comedy, biting humor, and a look at the fragilities of our society. [Read more]
The Soul of French Perfume: An Elegant Exhibition at Espace Richaud in Versailles
The Osmothèque of Versailles and the Espace Richaud take us into a world of craftsmanship and elegance with the exhibition The Soul of French Perfume, on view from November 4, 2026 to February 7, 2027. [Read more]
Perfumes, paintings, and costumes: Fragonard marks its centennial with an exhibition at the Monnaie de Paris
For its centenary, Fragonard leaves Grasse for Paris and takes over the Monnaie de Paris from November 13, 2026 to January 10, 2027. More than 250 works and objects, from perfumes to costumes, trace the house’s history and its know-how in an exhibition to see... and to smell. [Read more]
Shunga: Masterpieces of erotic art from the Edo period on display at the Maison de la culture du japon in Paris
For its upcoming exhibition, the Maison de la Culture du Japon in Paris spotlights Japanese erotic paintings and prints from the Edo period. Entitled "Shunga," the installation will showcase a number of genre masterpieces from November 12, 2026 to February 13, 2027, including works by Utamaro and Hokusai. [Read more]
The Musée de l'Homme debunks common myths about drugs in a major, offbeat exhibition.
Why do people use drugs, which societies rely on them, how do we define a drug? The Museum of Mankind answers all our questions in an unusual and unprecedented exhibition to be unveiled from November 18, 2026 to June 6, 2027. [Read more]
Korea, the kingdom of the scholars: a historic and immersive exhibition at the Cernuschi Museum
The Cernuschi Museum invites us to Korea for its upcoming exhibition on the yangban, the kingdom’s literati across the centuries, opening on 20 November 2026, featuring ancient masterpieces, period furniture, and costumes. [Read more]
Louvre Photo, when the museum inspires photographers: an original exhibition at the Louvre Museum
The Louvre Museum presents an unconventional exhibition and staging itself through photography, in a special route to be seen from November 4, 2026 to May 3, 2027. [Read more]
Gustave Fayet at the Louis Vuitton Foundation: Van Gogh, Gauguin and Redon in a landmark exhibition
The Louis Vuitton Foundation is dedicating a major, blockbuster exhibition to Gustave Fayet, a visionary collector and multi-disciplinary creator, from October 9, 2026, to March 8, 2027. [Read more]
Photo Days 2026: the contemporary photography festival takes over Paris this fall
Photo Days is the artsy event not to miss in Paris this fall. Join us from November 2 to 30, 2026, to discover the various exhibitions and events taking place at Parisian institutions and galleries. [Read more]
A free weekend for the whole family at the Musée Carnavalet: workshops, games and tours to discover Paris
On November 21 and 22, 2026, the Musée Carnavalet is hosting a free weekend for families in Paris. The program includes creative workshops, games, shows for toddlers and fun tours, with activities for children as young as 6 months! [Read more]
Paris Photo 2026: Dates for the Next Edition of the Art Fair at the Grand Palais
Paris Photo is gearing up for an extraordinary edition, taking place from November 12 to 15, 2026, in the heart of the French capital. The Grand Palais will once again open its doors to photography enthusiasts and industry professionals alike, offering a vibrant space to reconnect, share, and celebrate the art of photography at one of Paris’s most iconic cultural venues! [Read more]
An alternative night out at the Naval Museum: a free late-night event exploring the depths
The National Maritime Museum is opening its collections and the exhibition The Call of the Deep free of charge on November 5, 2026. The program for this Contre-soirée includes slam poetry, linocut printing, a DJ set, and interpretation sessions around the artworks. [Read more]
PhotoSaintGermain 2026: the grand Left Bank photography festival returns to Paris
It's back: take a stroll through the Saint-Germain-des-Prés district in Paris to enjoy the PhotoSaintGermain festival, a free artistic event to experience from November 5 to 28, 2026. [Read more]
Open studios from Antwerp to Abbesses: meet the Montmartre artists
Dust off your calendars—you're invited to meet the artists from the Anvers Association at Abbesses, from November 20 to 23, 2026. These free open-door days are a perfect chance to discover contemporary artists in the Montmartre district. [Read more]
IMA stages its festival: date and program for the 2026 edition in Paris
The Institut du Monde Arabe shines a light on all the arts, from music to cinema, through photography and fashion. From December 1 to 6, 2026, dive into the contemporary artistic creation of the Arab world, in Paris. [Read more]
Nuits de Lumière 2026: a spectacular digital-art festival at the heart of the Château de Vincennes
A festival of luminous and digital installations lands on the doorstep of Paris this fall with the second edition of Vincennes, Nuits de Lumière. From October 15 to November 8, 2026, this nocturnal event invites visitors to wander among immersive and interactive artworks, accompanied by monumental projections! [Read more]
The Dia de Muertos 2026 program and Mexican celebrations in Paris
To mark Día de Muertos 2026, on November 1st and 2nd, discover the schedule and activities planned for Paris’s famous Mexican celebration. [Read more]
November 11, 2026: Museums and monuments to visit in Paris on this public holiday.
What if we take advantage of Wednesday, November 11, 2026, a public holiday in France, to visit the Parisian monuments and discover the current exhibitions? Many museums and monuments will open their doors on that holiday, offering plenty of opportunities for great discoveries! [Read more]
Le Large on Île Seguin: discover the Moteur Imaginaire exhibition
Le Large, the new contemporary art center on Île Seguin in Boulogne-Billancourt, unveils Moteur Imaginaire through March 7, 2027, a show where the Renault collection intersects with today’s artists. We went to check it out and here’s everything you need to know. [Read more]
Grand Christmas 2026 at the Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte: immerse yourself in a festive journey around the world
The Grand Christmas at Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte is set to enchant the holiday season, running from Saturday, November 14, 2026, to Sunday, January 3, 2027. For the occasion, the château and its gardens will be transformed with sumptuous decorations designed to spark dreams in both children and adults. [Read more]
Look, 40 years of fashion at the museum: the Musée des Arts Décoratifs retrospective exhibition — our photos
At the Museum of Decorative Arts, the 40th anniversary of the Museum of Fashion is celebrated with "Look: 40 Years of Fashion at the Museum," a must-see fashion exhibition. Forty iconic ensembles take the runway in the nave's central space, surrounded by sketches, patterns, and embroidery, showcasing four decades of style and craftsmanship. [Read more]
The Edgar Quinet Creation Market: a free, open-air art gallery
Sponsored - The Edgar-Quinet Creation Market invites you every Sunday in Paris's 14th arrondissement. Painting, sculpture, photography, engraving and ceramics. Every Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. And what if your stroll led you to meet artists? [Read more]
The Louvre is free for late-night visits on the first Friday of every month—reserve your tickets.
This is the savvy move we look forward to at the start of each month: the Louvre opens its doors for free to all visitors on the first Friday after 6 p.m. Book your tickets soon for November 6, 2026. [Read more]
Mira Art Fair 2026: Latin American contemporary art is showcased at the House of Latin America
The Mira Art Fair invites visitors to travel through contemporary art and discover new artists, from November 12 to 15, 2026, with a groundbreaking cultural program at the Maison de l'Amérique Latine in Paris. [Read more]
Pop Art Car 2.0: a free exhibition blending pop art, design and digital culture on the Champs-Élysées
Sponsored - From September 24, 2026 to January 31, 2027, pop art car 2.0 takes over Renault’s showcase on the Champs-Élysées, at 53 Avenue des Champs-Élysées in Paris. With a mix of historical works, never-before-seen digital pieces and automobiles, this free exhibition brings together artists Sébastien Preschoux, Popay, Victor Vasarely and Julio Le Parc. Not to mention the all-new show car, the Renault 8 Gordini Concept, unveiled in a world premiere. [Read more]
Free after-hours at the Bourse de Commerce: save the date for Saturday, November 7, 2026.
Want to visit the collections at the Bourse de Commerce? Take advantage of the free late-opening session, held on the first Saturday of every month, to discover this must-see art venue in Paris. Next date to note in your calendar: Saturday, November 7, 2026. Tickets sell out quickly—book now. [Read more]
A Weekend in the East 2026: the art and culture festival marks its 10th anniversary in Paris
The festival A Weekend in the East shines a spotlight on the cultures of Eastern European countries, through a rich program of exhibitions, concerts, and film screenings... Discover the lineup of activities for this 10th edition, organized from November 16 to 28, 2026. [Read more]
Bal du Siècle 2026 in Versailles, Roaring Twenties edition: ticket sales open in September
Le Bal du Siècle returns to the Château de Versailles for a fourth edition inspired by the Roaring Twenties, this Monday, November 30, 2026. A dance-and-costume soirée with tickets on sale starting September 3, 2026. [Read more]
Must-see art events in Paris in the coming days
Night tours, a photo festival, Heritage Days, a street-art event... No matter the season, art is always in fête in Paris! To make sure you don’t miss these major cultural happenings, follow our guide to Parisian artistic events. [Read more]
C.A.P.S 2026: The lineup for Clichy’s XXL urban art festival
The town of Clichy becomes a giant museum for the new edition of C.A.P.S, the urban art festival. Mark your calendars from June 27 to December 12, 2026 for an even more incredible sixth edition! [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]
What a crazy program! Which exhibition will you start with?
