Schoolbags ready, bathing suits packed: there's no doubt about it, it's back-to-school time in Paris and the Ile-de-France region. What a joy! Yes, it's great to be back at the capital's museums, foundations and art galleries, and above all, their programming.
As the summer draws to a close, a whole host of new exhibitions await us at our beloved art temples. Contemporary art, retrospectives, impressionist painters, history or themed exhibitions: there's something for every taste, and every audience. This autumn, it's a chance to discover fabulous artists, admire impressive works and plunge into incredible creative universes... How can you resist getting carried away by this artistic whirlwind?
But don't forget: the start of a new school year requires preparation. So as not to get lost in all the current programs, we've put together a small selection to guide you through your first steps in the museum world. Without further ado, here are 10 exhibitions to see as soon as possible, in September 2025.
Flops?! Dare to fail, dare to innovate: explore the after-hours exhibition before it ends at the Musée des Arts et Métiers.
The Museum of Arts and Crafts is exploring failure and its essential role in invention, through the quirky exhibition "Flops. Dare, Fail, Innovate," running from October 14, 2025, to May 17, 2026. Evening openings are planned from May 5 to May 16, 2026. [Read more]
Louis Vuitton Art Deco: LV Dream’s Free & Immersive Exhibition in Paris Extended — Our Photos
Louis Vuitton marks the 100th anniversary of the 1925 International Exposition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts with a new free exhibition, Louis Vuitton Art Deco, open until March 21, 2026, at LV Dream in the 1st arrondissement. This immersive journey intertwines leather, canvas, and geometric lines across eight themed rooms, showcasing over 300 heritage pieces and never-before-seen archives! [Read more]
Chez Worth, the origins of haute couture: the fashion and archive exhibition at the MUS in Suresnes
Charles Frederick Worth, the father of haute couture, is invited to the MUS de Suresnes from October 15, 2025 to June 21, 2026 for a tailor-made exhibition. Over one hundred works, ball gowns, sumptuous costumes and never-before-seen accessories from 15 institutions and private collections, immerse visitors in the elegance of the Second Empire. Rare documents, personal objects and family mementos also reveal the man behind the couturier, for a complete immersion in his world. [Read more]
Isao Takahata: the exhibition honoring the animation pioneer extended at the Japan Culture House
Celebrated as one of the greatest masters of Japanese animation, Isao Takahata is the subject of an exclusive exhibition at the Japan House in Paris. Through storyboards, sketches, cels, as well as film clips and videos, visitors can explore the remarkable career of this renowned Japanese director and co-founder of Studio Ghibli. Due to overwhelming popularity, the exhibition has been extended until February 7, 2026. [Read more]
MansA: the Maison des Mondes Africains opens free of charge with the "Noires" exhibition to discover
The Maison des Mondes Africains (MansA) opens its doors in the 10th arrondissement of Paris on October 4, 2025 for two years. This new cultural center dedicated to African and Afro-diasporic cultures is taking up residence in a former haute-couture workshop near Goncourt for two years, with the "Noires" exhibition by Roxane Mbanga running until October 26. And since it's free, we're sure you'll want to check it out. But don't forget to make a reservation for the exhibition. [Read more]
Kandinsky, The Music of Colors: the exhibition to see (and hear) at the Philharmonie de Paris - our photos
When painting takes its scales and music takes its colors, the Kandinsky exhibition invites itself to the Philharmonie de Paris! From October 15, 2025 to February 1, 2026, "Kandinsky. La musique des couleurs" reveals how the master of abstraction made painting dance to the rhythm of music. A vibrant immersion between paintings, sounds and emotions. [Read more]
Jacques-Louis David at the Louvre: the must-see exhibition on the neoclassical painter
To mark the 200th anniversary of Jacques-Louis David's death, the Musée du Louvre is staging an exceptional exhibition, Jacques-Louis David, from October 15, 2025 to January 26, 2026. A plunge into the world of the great neoclassical painter, between art, politics and modernity. [Read more]
Teyvat Expo: Genshin Impact at the heart of a new exhibition at Les Halles
Genshin Impact comes to Paris with Teyvat Expo, an immersive exhibition at Les Halles, from September 13 to 21, 2025. Never-before-seen illustrations, reconstructions of the nations and exclusive products await you in the Teyvat universe. [Read more]
Azzedine Alaïa. De silence sculpté: the Azzedine Alaïa Foundation's new fashion exhibition
Under its historic glass roof, the Fondation Azzedine Alaïa presents the fashion exhibition "Azzedine Alaïa. De silence sculpté", a tribute to the Summer-Autumn 2003 collection, which marked the couturier's comeback after eleven years of silence. Upstairs, it is enhanced by Bruce Weber's black-and-white photographs, which delicately capture the volumes and reinvented femininity of each creation. [Read more]
AI: the exhibition on artificial intelligence unveiled at the Cité des Sciences
Artificial intelligence is at the heart of many of today's debates, and is the talk of the town, both good and bad. The Cité des Sciences is offering some food for thought, with an original exhibition on display from October 3 to November 30, 2025. [Read more]
Not-to-be-missed art events in Paris over the next few days
Night tours, photo festivals, Heritage Days, street-art events... Whatever the season, art is always in the spotlight in Paris! To make sure you don't miss any of these major cultural events, follow our guide to Parisian art events. [Read more]
Photoclimat: final days for the Place de la Concorde art biennial in Paris
The Photoclimat biennial, which combines the environment and art, is back for a new 3rd edition on the Place de la Concorde in Paris. Discover the program of this free event, to be experienced from September 12 to October 12, 2025. [Read more]
La Nocturne: an evening at the Fondation Louis Vuitton to discover all its secrets
Enjoy an unusual and playful evening at the Fondation Louis Vuitton, with the special nocturne organized on Friday, October 3, 2025. [Read more]
Pré Saint-Gervais 2025 artists' studios open house: the weekend program
The artists' studios of Le Pré Saint-Gervais open their doors to the public for an exceptional 14th edition, on the theme of "Echoes and Reflections". Come and meet around a hundred artists and discover Pré Saint-Gervais, its street-art and its exhibitions over the weekend of October 4 and 5, 2025. [Read more]
Paris Design Week 2025: our selection of free decorating and design events - last day
Paris Design Week, the event for lovers of design and ultra-stylish decor, returns to the capital from September 4 to 13, 2025! For 10 days, explore the capital and discover the latest trends in design, in galleries, prestigious institutions and unusual venues. It's a truly arty journey, entirely free of charge, and we'd like to share our picks with you ... [Read more]
Mondes en commun: the Albert-Kahn museum's photography festival
The Musée Départemental Albert-Kahn puts contemporary photography in the spotlight with its Mondes en Commun festival. Discover its new edition from May 17 to September 7, 2025. [Read more]
C.A.P.S 2025: the urban art festival in Clichy for an artistic summer
The town of Clichy is transformed into a giant museum, for the new edition of C.A.P.S, the urban art festival. Join us from June 27 to September 20, 2025 for an even more exciting 5th edition! [Read more]
Nuit d'été à la cour: summer evening visits at the Château de Fontainebleau
This summer, the Château de Fontainebleau is inviting us to experience exceptional nocturnes, to visit the monument in a whole new way. Join us from July 10 to September 11, 2025 for this magical nocturnal experience. [Read more]
Nocturnes at the Palais de Tokyo: free evenings in Paris this summer
This summer, from July 17 to September 4 2025, the Palais de Tokyo opens its doors to us free of charge for special artistic nocturnes, every Thursday evening. [Read more]
Just goes to show, back-to-school has its good points too! Take advantage of all these beautiful exhibitions, and the many other outings on offer around you.
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Dates and Opening Time
From August 26, 2025 to October 15, 2025
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