Invalides district - activities

Curieuse nocturne: Drag-Kings and DJ set at the Musée d'Orsay to explore masculinity of all kinds

The Musée d'Orsay invites you to an exceptional and festive evening on Thursday, December 5, 2024. On the program for this Curieuse nocturne: Drag-Kings, showcase and DJ set.

Norwegiennes en scène: the Musée d'Orsay art festival

To complement the exhibition "Harriet Backer, la musique des couleurs", the Musée d'Orsay is organizing a multi-disciplinary art festival to honor Norway and its women artists, from November 21 to 28, 2024.

Fête de la Sainte-Barbe 2024: a weekend of free events at the Musée de l'Armée

Come and celebrate Saint Barbara, patron saint of artillerymen and sappers, with a weekend of free events at the Musée de l'Armée on December 7 and 8, 2024, including shows and military ceremonies.

Relive the Liberation of 1944: an immersive exhibition at the Musée de l'Armée

The Musée de l'Armée offers a unique immersive experience, plunging us into the heart of history. Discover the exhibition "Relive the Liberation of 1944" from November 8 to December 18, 2024.

Free artistic evenings at the Musée d'Orsay for young people aged 18 to 25

Young people under the age of 26 will be able to enjoy the Musée d'Orsay on a number of free Thursday evenings throughout the year, visiting current exhibitions and attending artistic performances.

AURA INVALIDES, the must-see sound and light show in Paris

Looking for a unique nocturnal experience in Paris? Ready to be amazed and embark on a timeless journey to a legendary heritage site? Come and discover AURA INVALIDES, a sound and light show at the iconic Dôme des Invalides as night falls. A magical moment in the heart of the Dome, sure to delight young and old alike.

Festival des Livres, des Artistes 2024: a free star book fair in Paris

On November 30 and December 1, 2024, the Maison de la Chimie will be hosting the free "Des Livres, Des Artistes" festival, where numerous personalities will meet the public to talk about their books.

Treasures of the Silk Road, an exclusive exhibition from the Dunhuang caves at the China Cultural Centre

Admire the breathtaking replica of Dunhuang Cave 285 and explore rare digital documents from the famous "walled library" at the China Cultural Center, from October 28 to November 13, 2024.

Aerog'art, the former Invalides air terminal transformed into a future Parisian cultural venue

On the esplanade des Invalides, a former air terminal is set to become a new cultural venue in the heart of Paris. We tell you more about Aerog'art, a project due to be completed by 2027.

All Saints' Day vacation 2024: a program of workshops and visits at the Musée des Plans-Reliefs

During the All Saints' Day vacations 2024, from October 19 to November 3, discover the Musée des Plans-Reliefs, which offers a rich program of workshops specially designed for children!

All Saints' Day vacation 2024: events, activities and a dedicated area for families at the Musée d'Orsay

From October 19 to November 3, 2024, the Musée d'Orsay is once again opening its dedicated children's and family area for a fortnight of special All Saints' Day vacation activities.

Corps In-visibles: the exhibition around the monument to Honoré de Balzac at the Musée Rodin

Should sculpture faithfully represent a body, or adapt it to reflect society's impressions and visions? This is the question the Rodin Museum is seeking to answer in an exhibition on view from October 15, 2024 to March 2, 2025. Don't miss Corps In-visibles, an original investigation into the body and clothing!

The battle of the tree masters: a free game-show around the Grand Palais

To coincide with the Journées Nationales de l'Architecture (National Architecture Days), a free, captivating game-show awaits you around the Grand Palais in Paris. From October 19 to 20, 2024, you can immerse yourself in a fantastic adventure combining culture and nature, with a route linking eight renowned cultural institutions.

Birth and Renaissance of Italian Drawing: the beautiful exhibition at the Fondation Custodia

Immerse yourself in the Italian Renaissance through a selection of drawings by the greatest masters of the period, from Leonardo da Vinci to Michelangelo, at the heart of the Fondation Custodia, from October 12, 2024 to January 12, 2025.

Journées de l'Architecture 2024: a game-show at the Musée de l'Armée - Hôtel des invalides

To mark the latest edition of the Journées de l'Architecture (Architecture Days), the Musée de l'Armée is organizing a range of family events to (re)discover the Hôtel des Invalides. To be experienced on October 19 and 20, 2024.

The Gustave Caillebotte Exhibition unveiled in Paris at the Musée d'Orsay - photos

The Musée d'Orsay unveils "Gustave Caillebotte. Peindre les hommes" (Gustave Caillebotte: Painting Men), an original exhibition celebrating the 130th anniversary of the Parisian artist's death. The exhibition focuses on male figures, a favorite subject for Caillebotte, and runs from October 8, 2024 to January 19, 2025. This is a sublime exhibition by an Impressionist artist who wanted to bring the real to our eyes.

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.

La Marche en Fête: a challenge to get moving together in Paris's 1st arrondissement this Sunday

In France, 95% of adults are too sedentary and lack physical activity. On October 6, 2024, the French Athletics Federation is planning to get you moving with its Marche en Fête, in the 1st arrondissement of Paris!

Halloween 2024: the Rodin Museum welcomes you to hell with its mysterious evening

A mysterious shadow takes over the Rodin Museum this Halloween evening in Paris. We look forward to seeing you on October 31, 2024 for this original nocturne, where you'll enjoy a host of entertainment based around the famous Les Portes de l'Enfer.

Octobre Rose 2024: The Eiffel Tower and three other Parisian landmarks lit up in pink, the images

The Eiffel Tower and three other iconic monuments in the capital were decked out in pink this Monday, September 30, 2024, to mark the launch of Pink October. This was an opportunity to raise awareness of breast cancer, before a month of fund-raising events. A free show was also staged at Place Vendôme.