Summer 2026 in Paris: Must-Visit Exhibitions for an Artistic and Exciting Summer

The summer is finally making its return to the capital! In Paris and across Île-de-France, a fantastic cultural lineup awaits both Parisians day-trippers and locals alike during this lively summer season. As the sun shines over the city, it’s the perfect time to fill your days with some amazing exhibitions—all while enjoying the good weather and enriching your mind. 

Here you'll find everything you need to make the most of a summer in Paris through cultural outings. With the city's summer programs in full swing, you'll have plenty of ideas for wonderful days spent basking in the Parisian sun. From free outdoor events and open-air activities to the major Parisian museums and hidden gems, this is your guide to the best experiences for exploring summer exhibitions in Paris.

So, why not use this summer period to explore some incredible must-see exhibitions? The options are plentiful! And stay tuned: our guide is updated regularly with the latest announcements and our discoveries. Be sure to check back often to keep up with the newest news and events!

Must-See New Exhibitions This Summer:

Exhibition Islands of Freedom at the Polish Library in Paris
Sponsored - The free exhibition "Islands of Freedom" at the Bibliothèque Polonaise de Paris from September 11 to November 7, 2026, will explore two centuries of Polish culture in France, through works, publications, correspondence and archives. [Read more]

Bombes Météo: our photos from the street-art exhibition that aims to draw attention to climate disasters
For its autumn show, the Nature Forte Gallery in Paris brings together about twenty urban artists. Titled “Weather Bombs,” this free, collective installation aims to raise awareness of climate catastrophes and, more broadly, the current ecological crisis. The exhibition runs in Paris’s 10th arrondissement until October 3, 2026, inviting visitors to view works by Clément Herrmann, Djalouz, Beton Spirit, and Greg Deniaw. [Read more]

Lady Liberty: the Museum of Arts and Crafts tells the story of the statue's construction in an immersive exhibition
The Museum of Arts and Crafts takes visitors behind the scenes of the construction of the Statue of Liberty, with the immersive, digital exhibition Lady Liberty, on view from September 22, 2026 to August 1, 2027. [Read more]

Hassan Hajjaj: his colorful portraits of "Rock Stars" on display at the Musée de la Musique
Hassan Hajjaj, the renowned contemporary artist whose work draws on his Moroccan heritage and multiculturalism, unveils his vibrant portraits of "Rock Stars" in an unprecedented exhibition at the Cité de la musique. The show runs at the Musée de la Musique from September 22, 2026 to April 25, 2027, inviting visitors to discover the photographer, stylist, and visual artist's quirky, singular world. For the occasion, the group Acid Arab presents a sound piece that dialogues with the hanging. [Read more]

Crowning the Sky: An exhibition exploring a little-known Renaissance art at the Château d'Écouen
The Château d'Écouen turns its attention to the art of roof decoration, with the exhibition Couronner le ciel on view from 18 September 2026 to 11 January 2027. [Read more]

Simone Fattal and Her Mythologies: A Retrospective Exhibition at Paris's Museum of Modern Art
The MAM Paris presents "Cities at the Bottom of a Lake," the first Paris-based monographic exhibition dedicated to Simone Fattal. From September 18, 2026 to January 24, 2027, visitors can admire the paintings, ceramics, collages, and books that span more than five decades of her work. [Read more]

Exhibition: Kerry James Marshall — a storytelling painter to discover at the Paris Museum of Modern Art
The American artist Kerry James Marshall is in the spotlight at the Museum of Modern Art: his exhibition "The Histories" examines the place of African Americans in U.S. history. A major exhibition not to be missed, running from September 18, 2026 to January 24, 2027. [Read more]

Mundolingua, Paris's quirky museum of languages, language, and linguistics (a museum for a bit of fun!)
Sponsored - Lovers of languages and linguistics should head for Mundolingua, the only museum of languages, language and linguistics. Learn all about the world's languages! [Read more]

ImmersION at L’Aiguillage: Exhibition runs through October 30
Sponsored - ImmersION fuses contemporary art with quantum physics at L’Aiguillage, the Frigos de Paris, running June 26 to October 30, 2026, featuring sensitive and immersive works. [Read more]

Eva Gonzalès exhibition at the Petit Palais: our photos from the retrospective
The Petit Palais presents Eva Gonzalès’s first major retrospective, in Paris’s 8th arrondissement. Nearly 100 works by Manet’s sole pupil are on view until January 24, 2027, and we take you there in photos. [Read more]

Gulahallat: an exhibition exploring Sámi contemporary art at the Finnish Institute
Sami contemporary art takes center stage at the Finnish Institute this autumn, with a new free exhibition titled "Gulahallat." Make your way to the Nordic Cultural Centre until October 24, 2026 to discover the works and craftsmanship of around a dozen Sami artists, including Hildá Länsman, Outi Pieski, and Marja Helander. [Read more]

Salon des Beaux-Arts 2026: a new, free-to-attend edition at the Senate's Orangery
The 2026 Salon des Beaux-Arts settles into the Orangerie of the Senate in Paris’s 6th arrondissement. This free event runs in two sessions: September 18–22, and September 24–29, 2026. Here’s what to expect at this must-attend art gathering. [Read more]

Andy Warhol at the Musée du Luxembourg: a surprising exhibition of the artist's overlooked works.
The Musée du Luxembourg shines a spotlight on Andy Warhol's drawings in a never-before-seen exhibition running from September 16, 2026 to January 10, 2027. [Read more]

Auguste Bartholdi, Liberty Enlightening the World: the secrets of the statue revealed at the Musée d'Orsay
From September 15, 2026 to January 31, 2027, the Musée d’Orsay will spotlight the Statue of Liberty, a true icon, and its creator, Auguste Bartholdi, a renowned 19th-century sculptor who collaborated with Eugène Viollet-le-Duc and Gustave Eiffel. [Read more]

Knowledge in trompe-l'œil: the historical exhibition on Korean art at the Guimet Museum
Embark on a journey into the art of trompe-l'œil in 18th‑century Korea, with the exhibition "Le savoir en trompe-l'œil," on view at the Guimet Museum from September 16, 2026, to January 4, 2027. [Read more]

WILD NATURE: an exhibition of naturalist and symbolic painting
Sponsored - Between shadows and instincts, a naturalist and symbolic painting exhibition: 'Nature Sauvage' by artist Sailev at Espace Saint-Martin. Opening on September 3 from 6 p.m. [Read more]

Rebel Princess: The Duchess of Berry Takes Center Stage in a Historical Exhibition at the Domaine de Sceaux
The Domaine de Sceaux invites visitors to rediscover Marie-Caroline, the indomitable Duchess of Berry, in a historical exhibition running from September 13, 2026 to February 14, 2027 in the former stables. [Read more]

10,000 years of culinary travel: the free exhibition at the Chinese Cultural Centre
From September 11 to November 10, 2026, the Chinese Cultural Centre is hosting the free exhibition "10,000 Years of Culinary Journey." Through an interactive tour that blends historical artifacts and technology, discover the millennia-old story and rituals of Chinese cuisine in the 7th arrondissement. [Read more]

[IN]IMAGINABLE: Imaginaries born from lowbrow and pop surrealism on display at Fluctuart
This autumn, the Fluctuart barge in Paris invites you to immerse yourself in the imaginaries born from lowbrow and pop surrealism. Catch it through December 20, 2026 to discover "[IN]IMAGINABLE", a free new exhibition that reveals a space where reality tips into fiction! [Read more]

Eternal Tintoretto: the Italian painter in the spotlight at a Jacquemart-André Museum exhibition
Come and admire the masterpieces of Tintoretto, the master of Italian painting, at the Jacquemart-André Museum, in an exclusive exhibition on view from September 11, 2026 to January 24, 2027. [Read more]

Summer Fireworks in Paris: the collective contemporary art exhibition at Goldshteyn-Saatort
The group exhibition Summer Fireworks reopened its doors on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, at the Goldshteyn-Saatort Gallery, after its summer break. On view until September 15 at 7 rue de Verneuil, in Paris’s 7th arrondissement, it brings together artists from Japan, South Korea, Australia, Canada, Ireland, and the Netherlands. [Read more]

Parcours des Mondes 2026, the international fair of primitive and Asian arts, returns to Paris.
This fall, head to the Saint-Germain-des-Près district for the 25th edition of Parcours des Mondes, the international fair of arts from Africa, Oceania, the Americas, and Asia, plus Archaeology. The event runs from September 8 to 13, 2026. [Read more]

POSTAL ART: Exhibition and Paintings by Susana Machado at Galerie Couleur du Jour in Paris
Sponsored - POSTAL ART, Susana Machado's exhibition, takes over Galerie Couleur du Jour in Paris's 11th arrondissement from September 15 to October 10, 2026, centering on travel. Free admission, open daily from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., except Mondays. [Read more]

All's in order: the offbeat exhibition that blends art and fashion at the Swedish Institute — our photos
This autumn, the Swedish Institute presents its collective sense of order, one of the cornerstones of Swedish culture. Visit until October 4, 2026 to discover this group exhibition, free and offbeat, blending art and fashion. [Read more]

KABRALA: Ai Huang's photographic exhibition at La Lison Gallery in Paris
La Lison gallery hosts KABRALA, Ai Huang's first solo exhibition in France, running from September 3 to October 10, 2026. Located in Paris's 10th arrondissement, this series of silver-gelatin self-portraits explores the body, identity, and the transformations of images produced in the darkroom. [Read more]

Giant puppet parade and free exhibition in Paris's 13th arrondissement.
An unusual show awaits you at Espace Bièvre, in Paris's 13th arrondissement: discover a display of giant puppets from September 21 to 25, 2026, and don't miss the grand parade on Saturday, September 26! [Read more]

FIGURAMA: the exhibition that brings us back to reality
Sponsored - FIGURAMA brings together 21 international artists at the Bastille Design Center in Paris, from September 3 to 6, 2026, focusing on contemporary figurative art and the gaze. Free admission. [Read more]

Free street art exhibition by Djalouz in Paris’s 13th arrondissement: In My Nest 2
Djalouz is back in the 13th arrondissement with a new free street art exhibition at 13 Korner, the second edition of his project "Dans mon nid," running from September 10 to 27, 2026. The lineup features 3D graffiti, sculptures, live painting, workshops, and a Pigecam scavenger hunt. [Read more]

A Saturday at Drouot: go behind the scenes of auction house sales with immersive experiences
Hôtel Drouot opens its doors to the general public every Saturday starting September 19, 2026, offering a behind-the-scenes look at auction sales and the art market through free immersive experiences. [Read more]

Pavlov's Dogs: Johan Creten's free exhibition at Galerie Perrotin in September
Johan Creten revitalizes aging machines at Galerie Perrotin. In "The Pavlov Dogs," the Belgian artist fuses family memories, ceramics, bronzes, and obsolete computers to probe our automatisms in a free, open exhibition you can discover in the Marais from September 5 to October 10, 2026. [Read more]

BACK TO MR CUTE : the season’s opening exhibition that will have all pop culture and street art lovers swooning.
Sponsored - What if your fondest childhood memories came to life in the heart of Paris? With BACK TO MR CUTE, discover the very first pop-up gallery dedicated to the world of artist Mr Cute. This immersive exhibit blends pop art and street art to playfully reimagine the iconic figures of the 80s, 90s, and 2000s. Goldorak, Candy, Marilyn, Amicalement Votre, Daft Punk, and many more await for a journey that’s as nostalgic as it is surprising… on view for only a few weeks. [Read more]

Offbeat Versailles — the little-known tales: a remarkable exhibition at the Ancienne Poste
The Old Post Office of Versailles invites us to uncover the city’s little-known stories, through a quirky exhibition running from September 9 to November 15, 2026. [Read more]

Beatles, Mick Jagger, Yves Saint Laurent… a free exhibition in Paris brings together 27 iconic photos.
From the Beatles to Yves Saint Laurent, via Françoise Hardy and Mick Jagger, icons parade at Christie's. The Beautiful Years brings together 27 photographs by Jean-Marie Périer, on view free of charge until August 28, 2026. [Read more]

The Panache of the Enlightenment: Henri IV Exhibition at Fontainebleau Castle
The Château de Fontainebleau is dedicating a new exhibition, “The Panache of the Enlightenment,” to the figure of Henry IV revived under Louis XVI, to be on view from 19 September 2026 to 25 January 2027 in Seine-et-Marne. Here’s everything you need to know. [Read more]

Fine Arts Paris, the international art fair, kicks off the cultural season at the Grand Palais.
The Fine Arts Paris fair, gathering around a hundred art galleries from all over the world, is returning to the Grand Palais from September 19 to 23, 2026 for a new edition. Discover what’s on offer. [Read more]

Family Portraits: A Painting Exhibition at the Jean-Jacques Henner Museum
The painter Jean-Jacques Henner pays tribute to his family in a series of portraits: discover these works from September 16, 2026 to January 4, 2027 in an unprecedented exhibition. [Read more]

Did you know? You can take art history courses at the Louvre in Paris.
In Paris, the École du Louvre offers the general public art history courses, open to non-students, in the heart of the Louvre Palace each year, from September to June. The museum also hosts free lectures on occasion. A perfect way to become an authority on art history! [Read more]

Street-art cruise on the Ourcq Canal: Mr Byste's works on display along the water
A street-art cruise dedicated to the artist Mr Byste will set sail on the Canal de l'Ourcq from Jaurès as part of the Été du Canal festival on Saturday, August 8, 2026. The program includes an on-board exhibition, a guided tour of the murals visible from the water, and a peek into the artist's stencil universe. [Read more]

Toctoc presents "À la carte!", their new solo exhibition on view at Lavo//Matik
Attention Toctoc fans! The renowned street artist, famed for his character Duduss, is taking over Lavo//Matik in Paris from August 28 to September 12, 2026, to present his new free solo exhibition titled "À la carte!". [Read more]

World Photography Day: exhibitions and museums you can't miss in Paris
This Wednesday, August 19, 2026, World Photography Day is being celebrated. It’s a perfect excuse to dash into the capital’s art galleries and museums to check out the current photo exhibitions. Here’s our pick of standout shows. [Read more]

World War I reenactment weekend at the Musée de la Grande Guerre in Meaux
Sponsored - On September 5 and 6, 2026, the Musée de la Grande Guerre in Meaux will host nearly 300 reenactors for two days of living history in the museum’s park. [Read more]

Heat wave in Paris: the Palais de Tokyo closes until July 15
Due to the Paris heatwave and high temperatures, the Palais de Tokyo is adjusting its visitor access through July 15, 2026. Some exhibitions are closed, the entire museum will be unavailable on July 12 and 13, while the Café, the bookstore, and the Tokyo Waves program remain open to the public. [Read more]

Beyond the Streets at the Grande Halle de la Villette: free entry for everyone on July 14.
What are you planning for this Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Paris? How about taking advantage of free access to "Beyond the Streets" at the Grande Halle de la Villette? On the occasion of the National Day, the exhibition dedicated to graffiti, street art, and contemporary urban cultures is offering free admission for everyone! [Read more]

Lydie Arickx unveils a monumental work in the nave of Saint-Eustache Church — our photos
This summer, French painter and sculptor Lydie Arickx takes over Paris’s Saint-Eustache Church with a monumental work titled "Le Souffle." Mark your calendar from July 10 to September 29, 2026, to see this suspended installation rising seven meters above the nave’s central bay. [Read more]

Fashion Week: A dress worn by Lady Gaga on display for free at a luxury Paris hotel — photos
Feathers, crystals and spectacular silhouettes are taking over a Paris luxury hotel. For Haute Couture Fashion Week, the Sofitel Paris Le Faubourg is showcasing several fashion pieces worn by international stars, free of charge, until October 6, 2026. [Read more]

The Army Museum offers free admission to all on July 14 — explore the day’s schedule.
On the occasion of France’s national day, July 14, 2026, the Army Museum will open its doors to the public free of charge. A not-to-be-missed deal! [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]

This free fashion exhibition and its pop-up café are heading to the Champs-Élysées at the end of June.
The Danish House hosts a free fashion exhibition dedicated to Danish designer Soeren Le Schmidt, from June 24 to July 19, 2026. Blending haute couture, tailoring, sketches and archives, the route unveils an elegant, socially engaged Scandinavian fashion at the Champs-Élysées Cultural Center. [Read more]

Solar eclipse 2026 in Paris: A special day at the Cité des sciences—discover the program
The Cité des sciences is dedicating a day to the solar eclipse visible from Paris on 12 August 2026. On the program: workshops, mini-lectures, Sun watching, eclipse tracking, and the Night of the Stars evening. [Read more]

The City of Economics offers free weekends in July and August: Paris's summer insider tip
Here's a real treat: the Cité de l'Économie opens its doors for free every weekend from July 4 to August 16. A great deal that lets us rediscover this museum all summer. [Read more]

This fashion exhibition in Paris reveals the intimate Africa of a master couturier in 50 silhouettes.
Memories turned into silhouettes. From July 7, 2026 to January 4, 2027, the Azzedine Alaïa Foundation stages an exhibition that explores the deep ties between the designer and Africa, through around fifty creations and previously unseen photographs by Peter Beard. [Read more]

Tutankhamun: his tomb and treasures at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles: our photos
The Tutankhamun exhibition: his tomb and his treasures is back at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles from July 3 to September 6, 2026. Tomb reconstructions, funerary treasures, audio guide, immersive room and VR experience: discover what awaits you on site, in pictures. [Read more]

Bad Bunny : the global superstar lands at the Grévin Museum just before his Paris concerts
The king of reggaeton now has his wax figure. Bad Bunny joins the Grévin Museum this Wednesday, July 1, 2026, just days before he greets his French fans once more at Paris La Défense Arena. [Read more]

Cité des sciences: Critical thinking, the exhibition that unsettles our certainties — our photos
The Cité des sciences hosts the exhibition Critical Thinking, a journey designed to help children and adults question their certainties and the way they reason, running from July 7 to August 29, 2026. [Read more]

Animalia : an ancient and fantastical bestiary is on display at the Hôtel de la Marine, our photos
The Al Thani Collection unveils some of its animal-inspired treasures in a brand-new exhibition opening July 1, 2026, and running through January 10, 2027. Join us at the Hôtel de la Marine to discover the Animalia exhibition. [Read more]

Summer Garden 2026: the free festival is back at the Quai Branly Museum.
Jardin d’été is back at the Musée du Quai Branly from July 4 to August 2, 2026, with free activities, workshops, storytelling, strolls, quizzes, and outdoor cinema. [Read more]

This Italian jeweller is at the heart of a free exhibition at the Palais de Tokyo — review & photos
Stones, chains that have become iconic, and a distinctly modern take on jewelry: with "The Revolutionary Jeweler," Pomellato traces nearly six decades of design at the Palais de Tokyo. This free exhibition, accessible by appointment from June 27 to July 20, 2026, revisits the history of the Milanese house through its signature pieces, defining images, and its unique approach to contemporary jewelry. [Read more]

One Piece makes its debut at the Grévin Museum with 10 life-size statues in an immersive cabaret!
Wax statues of the One Piece crew are heading to the Grévin Museum in Paris’s 9th arrondissement, opening on June 26, 2026. A first for a Japanese animation universe in the temple of the Grands Boulevards. We went to check out the crew’s immersive Sun Cabaret, and here’s everything you need to know. [Read more]

Genki-nobori banners fill the sky over the Hôtel de la Marine: a colorful, free installation this summer
A colorful, poetic installation transforms the courtyard of the Hôtel de la Marine: Japanese artist Susumu Shingu and child artists present the Genki-nobori, from June 26 to August 24, 2026. [Read more]

Saype, a leading figure in contemporary land art, is exhibiting his “Constellations” in Paris.
This summer, Saype returns to Paris to present his new solo exhibition, “Constellations.” Discover the remarkable work of this iconic figure in land art from July 4 to August 1, 2026 at the Danysz Gallery. [Read more]

The Orsay Museum will be exceptionally closed this Thursday due to a technical issue.
Bad news for those who had planned to visit today: the Musée d'Orsay will be closed this Thursday, June 25, 2026, due to a technical issue. [Read more]

Zahi Hawass in Paris: An exceptional conference on Ancient Egypt
Egyptologist Zahi Hawass delivers a special lecture at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles on July 4, marking the opening of the exhibition Tutankhamun: His Tomb and Treasures. [Read more]

Heatwave: The History of Immigration Museum offers free admission to everyone through Friday.
Here's a surprisingly good plan: from June 23 to 26 inclusive, the National Museum of the History of Immigration, housed in the Palais de la Porte Dorée, invites you to cool off in its exhibition spaces—for free. [Read more]

Nocturne Calder #3: exhibition, DJ sets and a creative workshop at the Fondation Louis Vuitton in July 2026
The Louis Vuitton Foundation gears up one last time for a nocturnal event dedicated to Calder, this Friday, July 3, 2026. DJ sets, guided tours, a workshop and suspended works shape an evening of balance and vibration. [Read more]

Fun games and playful challenges for the whole family this summer on the forecourt of the Museum of Arts and Crafts.
Summer is meant for play! That’s the view of the Musée des Arts et Métiers, which invites you to join them from July 7 to August 2, 2026 for enjoyable, playful moments for families and friends. [Read more]

A free exhibition in Paris this July will unveil more than 1,000 previously unseen fashion drawings by Karl Lagerfeld.
Before they go under the hammer, more than 1,000 unreleased Karl Lagerfeld drawings are unveiled in a free exhibition at Sotheby’s Paris from July 2 to 7, 2026. [Read more]

Roma, City of Light: the free photo exhibition to see this summer outdoors in Paris
The Roma, City of Light exhibition offers a portrait of the Italian capital through cinema’s seventh art, and examines its role as a backdrop in film. The free exhibit runs from July 2 to 6, 2026 at the Arènes de Lutèce, then continues until August 30 along the banks of the Seine. [Read more]

Paris in suspense: the city under curfew unfolds in a photo exhibition at the Senate's Orangerie
Le photojournalist Christophe Lepetit captured Paris and its empty streets during the curfews of 2020 and 2021. A strange period to rediscover during the exhibition Paris en suspens, from July 3 to 14, 2026 at the Orangerie du Sénat. [Read more]

Quirky: build a giant, collaborative hut for the Maif Social Club’s 10th anniversary.
Want to build a hut? Le Maif Social Club invites you from September 4 to 6, 2026 to take part in a collective and artistic experience to celebrate its 10th anniversary. For three days, a vast ephemeral house will take shape with your help in the heart of the Marais. [Read more]

Simulacres: the free exhibition at Magasins Généraux (93) that blurs the lines between reality and illusion.
Reality takes on a slight blur in Pantin, at the Magasins Généraux, from June 25 to September 27, 2026. With the free exhibition “Simulacres,” certainties falter and images sometimes hold the upper hand. Here, seeing isn’t always enough to understand. [Read more]

The Little Prince, an immersive odyssey: a poetic family journey back to the Atelier des Lumières
During the peak summer holidays, from July 3 to September 13, 2026, dive back into Saint-Exupéry's iconic work and embark on a magical, immersive journey alongside the Little Prince at the Atelier des Lumières. [Read more]

Dreamed Japan, images of the floating world: the immersive exhibition transports us to the Atelier des Lumières.
Travel to the artists’ dream Japan with Atelier des Lumières’ immersive exhibition, on view every Monday, Thursday and Friday, from July 3 to September 13, 2026. [Read more]

Van Gogh, Starry Night: the immersive exhibition lands this summer at the Atelier des Lumières
First shown in 2019, the Atelier des Lumières invites us back into Van Gogh’s world for an immersive exhibition open three days a week from July 3 to September 13. Wander through Van Gogh’s finest paintings, rediscovering the genius that was misunderstood in his own time. [Read more]

Marc Bloch, The Spirit of History: An Exhibition Paying Tribute to the Resistance Fighter at the Panthéon
On the occasion of his entry into the Panthéon, historian and Resistance member Marc Bloch is the centerpiece of a new exhibition. On display from June 25, 2026 to January 10, 2027 at the Panthéon in Paris. [Read more]

Funny Heists: A Caricature and History Exhibition at the Air and Space Museum
Discover the history of airplanes and balloons through vintage cartoons in a fun and engaging exhibition at the Museum of Air and Space. Don’t miss "Hilarious Flights," running from June 27, 2026, to January 3, 2027. [Read more]

Following in the footsteps of dinosaurs: an immersive exhibit at the Great Gallery of Evolution at the Museum
Step into the shoes of paleontologists and embark on a journey to explore the world of dinosaurs. This engaging and immersive educational exhibition will be on display from July 16, 2026, through January 2028. [Read more]

Exhibition Through the Ages: Bulgarian Traditional Costumes
Sponsored - Paris hosts a collection of authentic pieces, testifying to another era and to traditional craftsmanship. Head to the Bulgarian Cultural Institute through November 20, 2026. [Read more]

Marie-Antoinette by Sofia Coppola: A Cinematic Exhibition at the Trianon Estate in Versailles
Starting September 22, 2026, the world of cinema takes center stage at the Trianon Estate with a groundbreaking exhibition dedicated to Sofia Coppola's film "Marie-Antoinette," filmed on the grounds of Versailles. [Read more]

Les Bains Numériques 2026, an unusual free arts festival with concerts & DJ sets in Enghien-les-Bains (95)
Les Bains Numériques returns to Enghien-les-Bains for its 12th edition from June 24 to 27, 2026. During these four days, the digital arts will take over the town with installations, exhibitions, performances, DJ sets and an electro concert on a floating stage. [Read more]

No doubt about it: summer in Paris is unbeatable! Take a peek at all the events happening around the city during this buzzing season. You're sure to stay entertained every minute. Wishing you a wonderful summer in the French capital.

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