In the movies, winter is always so beautiful. Immaculate snow, hot chocolates and homemade cookies, vacations in the mountains... And in real life... Well, it's less poetic. And yet,winter is our favorite season in Paris! Simply because it's the best time to enjoy the region's museums, monuments and art galleries.
The weather's gloomy, it's cold: so we take refuge in the beautiful museums that surround us, and travel to more welcoming lands, thanks to the paintings, sculptures or photographs presented before us.
This winter, there's no shortage of exhibitions in Paris and the Île-de-France region. From December 22, 2023 to March 20, 2024, a host of adventures await us. Immersive exhibitions, unusual experiences, playful encounters, discoveries of new artists, retrospectives, themed exhibitions... There's plenty to keep you busy and entertained.
Find out what's in store for you in the coming months. Don't forget to consult this guide regularly, as we update it with new discoveries and museum announcements.
Johnny Hallyday: the exhibition dedicated to the rocker launches evening parties, our photos
A traveling Johnny Hallyday exhibition comes to Paris! After a stopover in Brussels, "Johnny Hallyday L'Exposition" arrives at the Parc des expositions de la Porte de Versailles in Paris from December 22, 2023 to June 19, 2024. It's an opportunity for fans to discover some of the most exceptional pieces from the rocker's collection, over an area of almost 3,000 m². Here's what's in store for almost 6 months! From March 4, 2024, the exhibition will be open until 10pm on Wednesdays and Thursdays. [Read more]
Jouets Robots" exhibition at Espace Richaud, Versailles - our photos
The Espace Richaud in Versailles invites you to discover the exhibition "Jouets Robots - Émergence d'une culture japonaise", from December 23, 2023 to February 25, 2024. An exhibition for lovers of Japanese pop culture and robot fans, highlighting an impressive collection of 300 iconic robots. Explore the impact of Japanese culture in Europe through legendary toys, from Gorangers to Gundam to Goldorak! [Read more]
Rosny-Rail, the railway and train museum at Rosny-sous-Bois station (93)
The Rosny-sous-Bois railway station in Seine-Saint-Denis is home to a museum that is, to say the least... unusual. Run by volunteers with a passion for railroads, the Musée du Rosny-Rail is a must for all train enthusiasts. [Read more]
The living railway museum, a meeting place for train enthusiasts in Longueville (77)
Just a few kilometers from Provins, in the Seine-et-Marne département, you'll find the Living Railway Museum in the small town of Longueville. It's a must-see for young and old alike, for lovers of trains and locomotives. [Read more]
Christmas in Paris: museums and monuments open this Monday, December 25, 2023, in Paris
After Christmas presents and another (too) hearty meal, how about a family outing on Monday December 25, 2023? Let's head for the museums and monuments opening their doors to us this holiday. [Read more]
The Musée de la Chasse et de la Nature in Paris: an exploration of the human-animal relationship
Nestled in the Marais district of Paris, the Musée de la Chasse et de la Nature offers a unique insight into hunting, nature and the complex relationship between man and animal. This unusual museum invites visitors to discover an exceptional collection, while encouraging reflection on our relationship with flora and fauna. [Read more]
Festival du Merveilleux 2023, a sporting Christmas at the Musée des Arts Forains
The Musée des Arts Forains invites you once again to its Festival du Merveilleux from December 27, 2023 to January 7, 2024. Ten days of fun and enchantment await (grown-up) children in the temple of the funfair, during the Christmas and New Year vacations. [Read more]
The Musée des Arts et Métiers: a historical journey through the greatest inventions
The Musée des Arts et Métiers is the kind of fun, family-friendly museum we love. Come and discover the world's greatest technical and technological inventions, housed in a historic monument. [Read more]
Cité de l'Économie - Citéco: a fun, educational museum at the heart of the economy
At the heart of the Hôtel Gaillard, a neo-renaissance masterpiece listed as a historic monument and former Banque de France building, lies an educational museum focusing on economic concepts: Citéco, a must-see for the whole family! [Read more]
The Freemasonry Museum: an organization steeped in history and mystery
Discover the influence of Freemasonry on French society and history over the centuries, at the heart of the Grand Orient de France. Learn all about the mysteries of this organization! [Read more]
The Musée de la Poste, to delve into the history of French post office boxes in Paris
The Musée de la Poste, located in the Montparnasse district of Paris, is one of those museums where you could spend hours discovering how mail was delivered 100 years ago, what stamps looked like, or even the job of a letter carrier. An original visit to learn all about our French post office, unique in Paris! [Read more]
The Musée Jean-Jacques Henner: a workshop preserving the legacy of the Alsatian painter
Little-known to Parisians, the Musée Jean-Jacques Henner houses a veritable treasure trove of art, bequeathed by the Alsatian painter's family, in a mansion that has always been a beacon for the arts. [Read more]
The Cité de l'Histoire: a fun way for families to discover history
Plunge into the heart of the most fascinating periods in human history with immersive shows and technological animations that will delight young and old alike. Relive the great moments of the past, meet the emblematic figures of French history and create unforgettable memories together! Three main animations await you, in a space entirely designed for family amazement, offering a journey through the most emotionally rich eras. [Read more]
Insect investigation, the exhibition on small animals at the Musée du Vexin français (95)
Welcome to an exhibition dedicated to insects, the little creatures of our daily lives that we know so little about. To help you discover the characteristics, aptitudes, diets and lifestyles of the insects that surround us, the Musée du Vexin Français, in Théméricourt, is presenting Enquête d'insectes, an exhibition dedicated to the discovery of insects! [Read more]
La Nuit au Musée, exceptional evening events every month at the Musée Grévin
To celebrate its 140th anniversary, the Musée Grévin is organizing special evening events every first Saturday of the month, starting October 1, 2022. Come and spend a night at the museum, surrounded by the world's greatest stars. [Read more]
The Marché de la Création Paris-Montparnasse, a not-to-be-missed artistic event for 30 years!
Join us every Sunday for a unique creators' market: the Marché des Créateurs de Montparnasse! On boulevard Edgar Quinet, come and meet some sixty artists and craftsmen - painters, sculptors, photographers, engravers, textile artists - for sales at studio prices! [Read more]
The Musée des Plans Reliefs, a unique collection in Paris
The Musée des Plans Relief, located in the Hôtel des Invalides in Paris, houses some 100 relief plans of fortified towns. Once used for military purposes, they are now preserved in their original state at the Invalides, where you can discover these immense models of French towns. [Read more]
Aux Beaux Carrés, Daniel Buren's free, monumental and immersive exhibition at Le Bon Marché
For its latest carte blanche, Le Bon Marché Rive Gauche welcomes Daniel Buren's free exhibition "Aux Beaux Carrés : travaux in situ". The installation, conceived in 2 acts from January 9 to February 18, 2024, then from June 29 to August 15, 2024, transcends the space of the department store to offer new luminous and colorful perspectives to visitors. [Read more]
Les lueurs de la beauté, the free exhibition at Roanne de Saint Laurent gallery
Galerie Roanne de Saint Laurent invites various artists to talk to us about beauty. Discover the free exhibition "Les lueurs de la beauté" from January 9 to 27, 2024. [Read more]
100% paper II: Hopare and Urban Signature's free street art exhibition in Paris, our photos
"100% Paper II" is the name of the second edition of Hopare's stunning group show in collaboration with Urban Signature. To be discovered in the 3rd arrondissement of Paris from Thursday, January 11 to Sunday, January 14, 2024, this street art installation brings together 60 French and international artists around the theme of paper. [Read more]
Free exhibition of La Tour d'Argent tableware at Artcurial auction house
Artcurial is organizing a free exhibition of Tableware from La Tour d'Argent, as a prelude to their auction, until January 17, 2024. This exclusive immersion, the fruit of a collaboration with the Quai de la Tournelle institution, unveils over 320 lots, from furniture to decorative objects, bearing witness to the legendary history of the iconic Parisian restaurant. [Read more]
Iconic Portraits, the free photo exhibition at Studio Idan
Discover the work of the great photographer Arnaud Baumann, and his Iconic Portraits of French and international celebrities, in a free exhibition presented at Studio Idan from January 11 to March 11, 2024. [Read more]
Paris train stations celebrate comics with free ephemeral exhibitions
To celebrate the Angoulême International Comics Festival, Parisian train stations are hosting never-before-seen exhibitions on literary phenomena, until the end of January 2024! [Read more]
Catharsis: the street-art exhibition in tribute to Edvard Munch at Galerie Wawi
Wawi Gallery artists pay tribute to Edvard Munch with a free street-art exhibition, on view from January 12 to 28, 2024. [Read more]
Yoga, dance, magic, drawing: unusual activities during nocturnes at the Musée du Louvre
As night falls on Friday evenings, head to the Musée du Louvre to rediscover its collections in a whole new way, with unusual workshops and activities accessible to all, in addition to the current exhibitions! [Read more]
Neo-materialities: an exhibition combining art and AI at Cube Garges
Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of futuristic art with the Néo-matérialités exhibition at Le Cube Garges from January 12 to July 27, 2024. Fusing art, biotechnology and artificial intelligence, this immersive exhibition invites you to explore the new frontiers of our relationship with the environment. Featuring works by renowned artist-researchers such as Sabrina Ratté and Donatien Aubert, Néo-matérialités is a not-to-be-missed sensory adventure for fans of futuristic art and innovative technologies! [Read more]
Musée du Louvre: a price increase planned for 2024
Changes are afoot at the Louvre... And they won't be to everyone's taste. The famous institution has announced an increase in its admission fees, starting in January 2024. [Read more]
Unusual: a giant statue of Kid Cudi has taken up residence on the Place de la Bourse in Paris
Kid Cudi's "Insano" takes center stage in Paris with a monumental statue. Visible on the Place de la Bourse, this ephemeral work of art celebrates the launch of his new album. [Read more]
Musée du Luxembourg: opening hours, prices, access... everything you need to know before visiting the museum
The Musée du Luxembourg, France's leading museum of contemporary art, awaits you for even more exhibitions and cultural events! Located in the heart of Paris' Latin Quarter, this emblematic museum is also steeped in history. Opening hours, access, prices, history... We take stock! [Read more]
Center Culturel Hellénique de Paris : opening hours, access... All about the Greek Cultural Institute
The Centre Culturel Hellénique de Paris, the capital's vibrant epicenter of Greek culture, invites you to discover its events and exhibitions all year round. Located at 23 rue Galilée, the establishment is a must for lovers of Greek culture. Opening hours, access, history... We tell you everything you need to know before your visit! [Read more]
Leonardo da Vinci, the inventions of a genius: model exhibition at Atelier Grognard
The spirit of genius Leonardo da Vinci is honored at an exhibition in Rueil-Malmaison. From January 17 to May 12, 2024, the Atelier Grognard unveils nearly a hundred scale models of his innovative inventions conceived during the Renaissance. [Read more]
Demain est annulé: the exhibition that questions our future at the EDF Foundation - our photos
The EDF Foundation questions our societies and our consumption habits, in a free exhibition. Discover "Demain est annulé", from January 17 to September 29, 2024. [Read more]
Weaving the future, dressing the body: the free art exhibition at JAD
The Jardin des métiers d'art et du design presents a new free exhibition on textile know-how. From January 17 to April 21, 2024, discover Weaving the future, dressing the body. [Read more]
Unusual: The Socialite Family's free, immersive decorating exhibition in a private mansion
From January 17 to 21, 2024, La Scopa, The Socialite Family's free immersive exhibition, transforms a mansion in the 7th arrondissement into a sanctuary dedicated to decoration and mystery. Discover a subtle interplay between the ancient and the modern, where the deco brand's creations mingle with treasures from the Puces de Saint-Ouen, in an authentic setting with a singular aura ... [Read more]
Hors Pistes 2024: dates and full program for this contemporary art festival at the Centre Pompidou
The Centre Pompidou organizes the 19th edition of its "Hors Pistes" festival, which aims to highlight important current issues through contemporary art. A free festival to experience from January 18 to February 18, 2024. [Read more]
"Quebec, autumn in majesty": a free exhibition at Bercy Village
Quebec autumn on display in Paris! From January 18 to April 15, 2024, Bercy Village will be exhibiting thirty photographs by National Geographic France, showcasing this beautiful Canadian province at the height of autumn. [Read more]
Exhibition GRAFFITI IMMERSIVE, the first solo SHOW by BOWS at the GALERIE AMARRAGE, in the HEART OF THE PUCES DE SAINT-OUEN
Sponsored - For the first time in Paris, the Graffart association is organizing a free exhibition by the artist Bows. Discover "Color is Life" for this Graffiti exhibition, from 3D lettering to abstract letters, from January 18 to February 18, 2024 at Galerie Amarrage, in the Puces de Saint-Ouen. [Read more]
Anthroporama exhibition at the Maison de la Grèce
The Maison de la Grèce invites you to discover its latest exhibition, Anthroporama, from January 18 to 30, 2024. Immerse yourself in an artistic universe where Fred Weinling, Myrto Monokandilou and Pierric Favret explore our cultural roots and our human condition. Educational activities enrich this unique experience, making this event a must for lovers of art and philosophy! [Read more]
Back to the Bones, our photos of Carlos Olmo's exhibition at La Lison gallery
Galerie La Lison is devoting an exhibition to artist Carlos Olmo, entitled Back to the Bones, from January 18, 2024 to February 24, 2024. Immerse yourself in an artistic universe where street art, rock culture, pop, cinema and photography, among others, mingle! [Read more]
Pacifique, a free photo exhibition immersing you in the heart of the American West Coast
Until February 18, 2024, take a one-way ticket to the American West Coast from Merci, the fashion and home boutique on boulevard Beaumarchais. [Read more]
Mr. exhibition at Galerie Perrotin: a journey to the heart of neo-pop manga - our photos
Galerie Perrotin, located in the Marais district, is devoting an exhibition to Japanese artist Mr., to be discovered from January 20 to March 2, 2024. An exhibition we discovered... Ready to be amazed? [Read more]
The Musée national de céramique de Sèvres is free for Reading Night!
Art lovers are in for a treat. For Reading Night, the Musée National de Céramique de Sèvres is opening its doors to the public free of charge this Saturday, January 20, 2024, from 2pm to 8pm, with a program of workshops and readings accessible to all! [Read more]
La Ville Imaginaire exhibition at the L'Italie cultural center in Paris
The cultural center L'Italie à Paris, located in the 11th arrondissement, invites you to discover its latest exhibition, entitled La Ville Imaginaire, from January 20 to March 16, 2024. An artistic journey inspired by Italo Calvino's work, "Les Villes Invisibles", bringing together international artists and exploring the themes of urbanism and city life through a variety of works. [Read more]
Athlètes en Jeux: a photo exhibition of Université Paris Cité's best student athletes
It's possible to be a university student and a top-level athlete! Paris Cité wanted to highlight these intellectual athletes during a photo exhibition in the heart of its premises, thanks to exciting portraits, starting January 22, 2024! [Read more]
Giacometti/Cherri exhibition - Envisagement at the Institut Giacometti
Institut Giacometti invites you to discover its new exhibition, "Giacometti/Cherri: Envisagement", from January 23 to March 24, 2024. A unique exploration of the universe of two major artists, Alberto Giacometti and Ali Cherri, around the fascinating representation of the human face. A veritable artistic encounter combining sculptures, paintings and original creations! [Read more]
In the footsteps of Monsieur Eiffel, a free immersive exhibition in Levallois-Perret
Did you know that the Eiffel Tower was designed in Levallois? Discover Gustave Eiffel's history and masterpieces with the whole family at a free exhibition, from January 23 to February 17, 2024! [Read more]
Iconic Avedon, the free photo exhibition of the famous fashion photographer at Galerie Gagosian
Galerie Gagosian honors Richard Avedon's centenary with the free retrospective exhibition "Iconic Avedon", on view until March 2, 2024. Enter the life and work of the famous photographer, known as the "icon-maker", made famous for his innovative vision and remarkable shots of fashion, culture and society. [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]
Fashion Week: free exhibition of a famous muse's haute couture wardrobe at Hôtel Drouot
The auction of the haute-couture wardrobe and extravagant jewelry of Irina Volkonskii-Rasquinet, designer and muse emeritus of Jean-Charles de Castelbajac, transforms Hôtel Drouot into a veritable temple of fashion. Don't miss the free exhibition of pieces on January 24 and 25, 2024, at the height of Paris Fashion Week! [Read more]
Musée de l'Illusion exhibition: discover the fascinating pop art of Emmanuelle Rybojad
Pop artist Emmanuelle Rybojad unveils captivating new works at the Musée de l'Illusion, in a groundbreaking exhibition presented from January 24 to February 26, 2024. [Read more]
La traversée des apparences: the exhibition that brings fashion and art together at the Centre Pompidou
Fashion invites itself to the Centre Pompidou: admire the exhibition La traversée des apparences, from January 24 to April 22, 2024, and discover how modern and contemporary art plays with fashion. [Read more]
Anselm Kiefer exhibition at White Cube: For Jean-Noël Vuarnet
White Cube, an art gallery in the 8th arrondissement, invites you to discover its latest exhibition, For Jean-Noël Vuarnet, featuring watercolors by artist Anselm Kiefer, from January 24 to March 2, 2024. This exhibition, the first devoted exclusively to Kiefer's watercolors in over 40 years, offers a fascinating plunge into the world of the artist influenced by the philosopher Jean-Noël Vuarnet. [Read more]
Italian Cultural Institute: program, exhibitions, events... All about Hôtel de Galliffet
Discover the Italian Cultural Institute of Paris, a cultural treasure nestled in the historic Hôtel de Galliffet! Explore its history and its essential contribution to the spread of Italian culture in France. Located in the prestigious 7th arrondissement, this establishment offers language courses, cultural events and a rich library, attracting Italian culture lovers and history buffs alike. Want to learn Italian? [Read more]
Free Nicolas Tarkhoff exhibition at Château du Val Fleury
Why not check out the free Nicolas Tarkhoff exhibition at the Château du Val Fleury in Gif-sur-Yvette, Essonne? From January 25 to April 7, 2024, we'll be discovering this impressionist Fauvist artist in the spotlight. And since it's free, we're taking advantage! [Read more]
Art3F: the international contemporary art fair moves to Porte de Versailles - invitations
The Art3F contemporary art fair is back for another Parisian edition: from January 26 to 28, 2024 at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles for a fair for all art enthusiasts. Download your invitations! [Read more]
Réflex 2024: the photo exhibition on sport in Parisian swimming pools in the run-up to the Olympic Games
In the run-up to the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, sports-related exhibitions are multiplying in the capital. Five Parisian swimming pools welcome you to discover an unusual photo exhibition, starting January 26! [Read more]
Suzanne Husky exhibits at Drawing Lab - our photos
Discover the captivating world of Suzanne Husky at Drawing Lab, from January 26 to April 7, 2024. The exhibition "Le temps profond des rivières", awarded the Drawing Now 2023 Prize, offers a unique adventure combining art, nature and ecological commitment. Ready to dive into its universe? [Read more]
Prehistory Festival: a fun-filled weekend for the whole family at the Musée de l'Homme
Creative workshops, exhibitions, games: take part in the Fête de la Préhistoire, this weekend of January 27 and 28, 2024, at the Musée de l'Homme. A great family outing! [Read more]
Tracé Bleu - What to do in this place, unless you're thinking about it? Free exhibition at Centquatre Paris
Tracé Bleu - What to do in this place, unless you're thinking about it? a free architectural exhibition, is on offer at Centquatre Paris from January 27 to March 10, 2024. Produced by Architecturestudio, it invites visitors to reflect on architecture and the climate emergency. [Read more]
Discover the history of the discreet Gare des Invalides on an unusual guided tour
In the 7th arrondissement, the name Invalides evokes the eponymous Hôtel, home to the Musée de l'Armée and Napoleon's tomb, among other buildings. It's also the name given to the railway station just across the street, a place steeped in history that few know anything about! [Read more]
Street art: where can you find Go1in's work in Paris?
Calling all street art fans! Paris is overflowing with magnificent works by a host of internationally renowned artists... And if you're familiar with the work of artist Go1n, the editors of Sortiraparis invite you to go in search of his only two works still visible in the capital. Ready to go street art hunting? [Read more]
In the apartment of Léonce Rosenberg: discover the world of the art dealer at the Musée Picasso
The Musée Picasso Paris takes us into the world of art dealer Léonce Rosenberg, a great champion of cubism and abstraction, in an exhibition on view from January 30 to May 19, 2024. [Read more]
Etienne Dinet, Algerian passions: the exhibition that takes us on a journey at the IMA - photos
Discover Etienne Dinet and his Algerian passions, in an exhibition organized from January 30 to June 9, 2024 at the Institut du Monde Arabe, Paris. [Read more]
In the Seine: an exhibition at the Crypte archéologique reveals the objects found in the Seine
The Archeological Crypt presents an exhibition that's as curious as it is entertaining, revealing objects found in the Seine, from prehistory to the present day. Visit this unique exhibition from January 31, 2024, until the end of the year. [Read more]
Carnets de timbres dans l'air du temps, the original exhibition at the Musée de la Poste - our photos
The Musée de la Poste invites you to explore its world, with a new exhibition designed for philatelists... But not only! From January 31, 2024 to October 13, 2025, visit the Carnets de timbres dans l'air du temps exhibition. [Read more]
Japanese Group Show: a free exhibition of 14 Japanese artists in Paris
14 Japanese artists are exhibiting their work in Paris this winter in a small, free collective installation to be discovered in the Marais from January 31 to February 4, 2024 only. [Read more]
Perrotin Editions exhibition: Tous Collectionneurs! at Galerie Perrotin - our photos
Galerie Perrotin invites you to discover the exhibition Perrotin Editions: Tous Collectionneurs! from February 1 to 22, 2024. A unique opportunity to immerse yourself in an exclusive selection of artists' editions offered by the gallery. Discover our photo album! [Read more]
Two free photo exhibitions on breaking and skateboarding at Westfield Carré Sénart (77)
Ahead of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, the Westfield Carré Sénart shopping center is presenting two sports-related exhibitions, accessible free of charge, until June. On the program: skateboarding and breaking! [Read more]
Les magiciens du cinéma: Enghien-les-Bains plunges us into the world of special effects
Discover the fascinating world of special effects and visual effects, with the free exhibition "Les magiciens du cinéma", organized at the Enghien-les-Bains art center, from February 2 to May 26, 2024. [Read more]
Foreigners in the French Resistance: the free exhibition at the Shoah Memorial
The Shoah Memorial honors foreigners involved in the French Resistance, with an exhibition accessible free of charge from February 2, 2024. [Read more]
Œdipe - L'abîme de l'âme exhibition at the Italian Cultural Institute
The Italian Cultural Institute invites you to discover its latest exhibition, entitled "Oedipus. The Abyss of the Soul", from February 2 to April 26, 2024. The exhibition offers a contemporary reinterpretation of the Oedipus myth through the works of fifteen artists. A fascinating journey through art and mythology! [Read more]
Magnum Opus, Sebastião Salgado's free exhibition, to travel from Galerie Polka
Until March 16, 2024, Galerie Polka is exhibiting the Franco-Brazilian photographer Sebastião Salgado, known for his work for prestigious photo agencies such as Sigma and Magnum. [Read more]
L'Envers du décor 2024: everything you need to know about this contemporary art festival at the Palais de la Porte Dorée
L'Envers du décor, at the Palais de la Porte Dorée, is back for its 7th edition. On February 3 and 4, 2024, a host of artists will be on hand to present free, original and contemporary installations and activities. Are you ready? Watch out, it's going to shine! [Read more]
Les bals de l'Hôtel de la Marine: a magical event to the rhythm of music from centuries gone by
Take a step back in time, and attend a 19th-century ball, with the magical evenings organized once a month at the Hôtel de la Marine. [Read more]
Tutankhamun, the 3000 m² Pharaonic immersive experience is extended in Paris
Tutankhamun, the Pharaonic immersive experience, unveils. We're off to experience a unique adventure, a playful escape game and a 3,000 m² exhibition in Paris, designed by the team behind the Ramses and Tutankhamun exhibitions at La Villette, until June 30, 2024. [Read more]
"We could be heroes" at the Pantheon: an unusual performance to close the exhibition
To mark the closing of Raphaël Barontini's "We could be heroes" exhibition, the Panthéon has announced an exceptional performance not to be missed this Saturday, February 3, 2024. On the program? A procession led by 40 musicians from Mas antillais Choukaj. [Read more]
L'équipée: street artists take over a bar on the outskirts of Paris, last weekend
Street art takes over a new venue in the Paris region! For two weekends in a row, on February 3 and 4 and February 10 and 11, 2024, some twenty urban artists will be taking over a bar in Montreuil, just outside Paris, to unveil their on-site frescoes to the general public. We tell you more about "L'équipée", an unusual street art event not to be missed on this last weekend! [Read more]
Tutankhamun: a pharaonic immersive experience for the whole family
Enjoy an exceptional immersive experience, with family or friends, at the heart of the tomb of the most famous Pharaoh! Until April 28, 2024, take a trip back to the time of the Pharaohs at Galeries Montparnasse on weekends, vacations and bank holidays! [Read more]
Myriam Mihindou: an immersive sound installation at the Musée du Quai Branly
Myriam Mihindou has been invited to take over the Marc Ladreit de Lacharrière gallery at the Musée du Quai Branly - Jacques Chirac from February 6 to November 10, 2024. For the occasion, the Franco-Gabonese contemporary artist unveils an immersive sound work, conceived in resonance with the collection of musical instruments held by the famous Parisian museum. [Read more]
L'Esquisse, Barbizon's new cultural hotel, both café and free museum
L'Esquisse is a fusion of hotel, café and free museum. We're off to Barbizon, the famous artists' village, to take advantage of this new spot that combines large, charming rooms, a great café by the fireplace and a free museum honoring the artists who have influenced Barbizon around the world. [Read more]
The other side of the coin: an exhibition with athletes to raise awareness of cyberbullying
On February 6 and 7, 2024, to mark Safer Internet Day, an exhibition will be set up on the forecourt of Saint-Denis Town Hall, to raise awareness around online harassment, in partnership with French athletes. [Read more]
Cultural Olympiad at the Musée d'Orsay: Street Art, a show combining music and parkour
The Musée d'Orsay celebrates the Paris Olympic Games... In its own way. Discover the museum's Cultural Olympiad and the major events not to be missed until June 22, 2024. [Read more]
Mille et une Orchidées 2024, the floral exhibition in the large greenhouses of the Jardin des Plantes
Here's a flower show you won't want to miss: Mille et une Orchidées returns from February 8 to March 4, 2024! Come to the Grandes Serres of the Jardin des Plantes to enjoy this magnificent floral tour. [Read more]
Transparences: the new fashion exhibition revealing the invisible at the Musée Yves Saint Laurent Paris
The Musée Yves Saint Laurent Paris will unveil its new fashion exhibition, "Transparences - Le pouvoir des matières", from February 9 to August 25, 2024. The exhibition explores the art of transparency, so dear to Yves Saint Laurent, highlighting how the couturier seized on materials such as chiffon, lace and tulle to reinvent fashion, enabling women to assert their sensuality while preserving their mystery and independence. A true celebration of fashion and self-confidence, to mark with a red cross in your calendar! [Read more]
Egypt of the Pharaohs: the Atelier des Lumières immersive exhibition unveiled in images
A fabulous journey awaits us this year at the Atelier des Lumières: from February 9, 2024 to January 5, 2025, discover the Egypt of the Pharaohs, from Cheops to Ramses II. [Read more]
Les Orientalistes, the Atelier des Lumières exhibition that takes us on a journey to the Orient - photos
The mysteries of the Orient await you at the Atelier des Lumières: join Ingres, Delacroix, Vernet and many others in this groundbreaking exhibition on view from February 9, 2024 to January 5, 2025. [Read more]
En amour, the immersive, interactive installation at the Philharmonie de Paris
Take part in a unique, interactive and immersive experience, with the installation En amour, presented at the Philharmonie de Paris from February 9 to August 25, 2024. [Read more]
A journey through stone and light: the Conciergerie's magnificent photo exhibition unveiled
Photographer Ahmet Ertuğ lets us admire exceptional monuments through his photographs, presented in the exhibition "Voyage dans les pierres et la lumière", to be discovered at the Conciergerie from February 9 to May 20, 2024. [Read more]
Exhibition at the Gaîté Lyrique: Ukraine, vision(s), our photos
Ukraine, vision(s) is the new exhibition to be discovered at the Gaîté Lyrique, bringing together the MYOP photography collective and the authors of PEN Ukraine for an unprecedented artistic and literary journey through contemporary Ukraine, from February 9 to June 9, 2024. This free, one-of-a-kind exhibition bears witness to cultural and human resistance in the face of current challenges. [Read more]
Colors Festival 2024, the huge street art exhibition takes over a house in urban nature mode
Attention street-art fans, the Colors Festival is back! This time, the collective is investing in the Ile-de-France region, and we're off to Champigny-sur-Marne to discover a forgotten house, which will be brought back to life in color from February 10 to June 2, 2024. Under the theme "Nature reclaims its rights", animals and vegetation take possession of the premises. [Read more]
Tip: a weekend of free events for families at the Petit Palais, February 10-11
On Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 February 2024, we're off to the Petit Palais for a weekend of free family activities on the theme of birds (and their feathers)! [Read more]
Viking heroes: a free exhibition combining history and culture at the Val d'Oise archaeological museum
The Musée d'archéologique du Val d'Oise introduces us to the world of the Vikings, between history and imaginary clichés, with the Viking Heroes exhibition on view from February 10 to December 29, 2024. [Read more]
A news item, a work of art: Tiepolo's Carnival Scene, or Minuet, at the Musée du Louvre
For centuries, Carnival has enlivened the streets of towns and villages in many countries. This colorful festival has inspired artists such as Giandomenico Tiepolo, whose painting Scène de Carnaval, or Le Menuet, can be seen at the Louvre Museum. [Read more]
La Monnaie de Paris: an unusual cultural and historical institution in Paris
Do you know how coins are made in France? Come and find out by visiting the Monnaie de Paris, the institution that teaches us more about the history of silver and the minting of medals, in a place steeped in history. [Read more]
Tina Modotti: the retrospective photo exhibition at the Jeu de Paume - our photos
A modern, committed artist, Tina Modotti is honored at the Jeu de Paume, Paris, from February 13 to May 26, 2024. A retrospective photo exhibition not to be missed. [Read more]
Abus de souffle, Bertille Bak's humanist and committed photo exhibition unveiled at the Jeu de Paume
The Jeu de Paume gives carte blanche to Bertille Bak, nominated for the Prix Marcel Duchamp 2023. Discover the Abus de souffle photo exhibition, presented from February 13 to May 26, 2024. [Read more]
La société des spectacles, the free exhibition at the Pernod Ricard Foundation
The Pernod Ricard Foundation brings together Farah Atassi and Ulla von Brandenburg in the same exhibition, to create a surprising and colorful journey. Discover the exhibition La société des spectacles, from February 13 to April 20, 2024. [Read more]
Maison de la culture du Japon in Paris: two new, free exhibitions not to be missed this winter
Calling all fans of Japanese culture! This winter, the Maison de la culture du Japon in Paris is offering two new exhibitions free of charge. From February 13 to March 9, 2024, follow in the footsteps of Fukushima, then from March 12 to 30, take a surprising plunge into the discovery of illustrator Mamoru Yokota's "Mushae" project. [Read more]
A great playground, a photo exhibition on 135 years of sporting exploits at the Eiffel Tower
Crossing on a wire, climbing the steps on a mountain bike or on a trapeze, the Eiffel Tower has seen some exceptional sporting feats that have marked its history. A photo exhibition on the 1st floor, from February 13, 2024. [Read more]
Art Capital 2024 at the Grand Palais Ephémère: dates and programme of this new edition
Art Capital returns for another edition from February 14 to 18, 2024, at the Grand Palais Ephémère. Don't miss this rendez-vous for lovers of contemporary art, which brings together four fairs in one. [Read more]
Here's a great cultural program to make you love winter even more! Don't worry: next season will also bring us some great artistic events...