Can you feel it? That shuddering, ebullient start to the news, heralding the arrival of new exhibitions... Yes, after the Christmas vacations and the calm back-to-school period in January, museums, art galleries and institutions in Paris and theÎle-de-France region are back in full swing, for an exceptional new artistic year starting this February!
A new cultural season opens in the capital, bringing with it a host of new outings that should appeal to art lovers. Numerous exhibitions are opening their doors in museums and monuments in and around Paris. We'll also be taking advantage of cultural events and art fairs- in short, our diary will soon be full!
But as you know, February only has 28 days (or 29 in leap years). This month goes by fast, so there's not a moment to lose: select a new exhibition from our selection below, and run to see it! This guide is regularly updated. If you've already seen all these exhibitions, bookmark this page and come back later.
Robert Capa: the must-see exhibition dedicated to the photographer at the Musée de la Libération de Paris
Discover the exhibition dedicated to Robert Capa at the Musée de la Libération de Paris, an immersive journey designed with Magnum Photos to understand the art of war photojournalism. A visual exploration of history to be experienced from February 18 to December 20, 2026. [Read more]
Art Capital 2026: the major artistic event to experience this winter at the Grand Palais
Art Capital returns for a new edition from February 13 to 15, 2026, at the Grand Palais. Don't miss this event for lovers of contemporary art, which brings together four fairs in one. [Read more]
A day in the 18th century: explore a mansion with the Musée des Arts Déco exhibition.
The Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris invites us to visit an 18th-century mansion through the immersive exhibition "A Day in the 18th Century." Open from February 18 to July 5, 2026. [Read more]
Leonora Carrington, retrospective exhibition of a surrealist artist at the Musée du Luxembourg
The Musée du Luxembourg is honoring the artist Leonora Carrington, a painter and sculptor who defied convention. The exhibition is open from February 18 to July 19, 2026. [Read more]
Facing the sky, Paul Huet in his time: the reopening exhibition of the Musée de la Vie Romantique
Immerse yourself in the skies of painter Paul Huet with the exhibition Face au ciel (Facing the Sky), on display from February 14 to August 31, 2026. This exhibition is organized to mark the reopening of the Musée de la Vie Romantique. [Read more]
Le rêve cette autre part: the dreamlike exhibition at the Pernod Ricard Foundation
At the Fondation Pernod Ricard, the exhibition "Le rêve, cette autre part" explores dreams as a space for creation, thought and relationships, with artists Amie Barouh, Chloé Quenum and philosopher Mohamed Amer Meziane. On view from February 17 to April 18, 2026. [Read more]
Le Trésor retrouvé du Roi Soleil: an exhibition of never-before-seen works at the Grand Palais
From February 1 to 8, 2026, the Grand Palais is exhibiting for the first time the monumental carpets commissioned by Louis XIV from the Manufactures nationales. A unique immersion in the splendor of the XVIIᵉ century, featuring 33 masterpieces woven for the Grande Galerie du Louvre. [Read more]
They're not all new, but they're still worth a visit: discover the other exhibitions to see in February in Paris and the Île-de-France region.
What to do in February 2026? Exhibitions to see this month in Paris and the Ile-de-France region
So, what great exhibitions await us in Paris in February 2026? With only 28 days to tour the museums, there's not a second to lose: choose your exhibition and go for it! [Read more]
Dates and Opening Time
From February 1, 2025 to February 28, 2028
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What to do in February 2026? Exhibitions to see this month in Paris and the Ile-de-France region
