Artisan Skills Days: Dates and Theme for the 2026 Cultural Event in Paris and Île-de-France

An unmissable annual spring event: from April 7 to 12, 2026, the European Days of Craftsmanship return for their 20th edition. This year in France, over 1,000 events will be held under the theme "Hearts at Work."

For one week, workshops, factories, museums, training centers and other unsuspected businesses are in the spotlight all over France. These establishments open their doors to us to discover the exceptional skills and talents of French artisans. This tangible and intangible heritage is France's strength, providing a livelihood for 60,000 craft and living heritage companies, and 160,000 jobs.

For this 20th edition, visitors across Paris and its surrounding Île-de-France will enjoy over 200 events. These range from accessible experiences for enthusiasts and novices alike, to more specialized activities for connoisseurs, suitable for all ages. A note of caution: while many of these events are free, some venues will require an admission fee during the JEMA festivities.

The full schedule for the event has not been announced yet, but details are expected to be unveiled gradually in the coming weeks. Check this guide regularly to stay up-to-date and not miss any of the key moments during the European Days of Crafts in Paris and Île-de-France.

And for a selection of themed outings to do this year:

JEMA 2025: immersion in the workshops that shape fashion, jewelry & accessories
The Journées Européennes des Métiers d'Art is the ideal opportunity to discover the wealth of creative skills of French artisans. From March 31 to April 6, 2025, meet designers in their atypical workshops and admire the breadth of their talents, inherited from French traditions and heritage. And fabric and jewelry enthusiasts won't be left out, with a host of fashion and accessory addresses to discover during this exceptional week! [Read more]

We hope that these Journées des Métiers d'Art will give rise to passions and vocations! There's no need to hesitate any longer: like the Journées du Patrimoine, these events give us the chance to discover the treasures around us in a whole new way. So, where do we start?