Salon guide - activities

Cabaret Extra! The Centre Pompidou's literary event at the Grand Palais

The Centre Pompidou is offering a very special edition of its literary event Extra! From April 11 to 13, 2025, the festival goes into cabaret mode at the Grand Palais.

The Salon de l'Escalade 2025: everything you need to know about climbing at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles

Climbing enthusiasts and those curious about this booming discipline will discover the Salon de l'Escalade for the first time in Paris, on January 11 and 12, 2025, in the heart of Porte de Versailles.

Vivre Autrement 2025: the ethical and organic trade fair at the Parc Floral

The Vivre Autrement trade show is back at the Parc Floral de Paris. For four days, from March 14 to 17, 2025, enjoy discovery workshops and conferences, to help you change your lifestyle and consume responsibly.

Destinations Nature 2025: for outdoor recreation and nature vacations

Trek, trail, Nordic walking, hiking, horseback riding, biking... nature sports are on a roll. And just in time, all these disciplines will be present at the Destinations Nature trade show from March 13 to 16, 2025!

Salon de l'Aéronautique et de l'Espace 2025: air shows at Le Bourget

The Paris Air Show is back, from June 16 to 22, 2025. For over a century, the world's biggest event dedicated to the aeronautics and space industry has been putting on an air show you won't want to miss!

Festival du Livre de Paris 2025: the must-attend literary fair returns to the Grand Palais

Since 2022, the Salon du Livre de Paris has been transformed into a festival. This new edition finally returns to the Grand Palais and awaits book lovers from April 11 to 13, 2025.

Vincennes Mineral, Gem, Jewellery and Fossil Show

On February 14 and 15, 2025, gemstone enthusiasts will find a wealth of exceptional crystals and fossils just a stone's throw from the Château de Vincennes, with demonstrations and entertainment for the whole family.

Art Capital 2025: the major art event returns to the Grand Palais

Art Capital returns to the Grand Palais from February 19 to 22, 2025. Don't miss this rendez-vous for lovers of contemporary art, which brings together four fairs in one.

Salon de l'Agriculture 2025 in Paris: dates and program for the 61st edition

The Salon de l'Agriculture returns to the Parc des Expositions de Paris (Porte de Versailles) from February 22 to March 2, 2025, for its 61st edition.

Paris 2024 Horse Show: the weekend's must-attend equestrian event

The Salon du Cheval de Paris opened its doors today, December 6, 2024, at the Parc des Expositions at Porte de Versailles. Until December 8, this emblematic event offers a complete immersion in the equestrian universe, combining competitions, shows and discoveries for all enthusiasts and the curious.

Lire la nature: the free literary salon at the Musée de la Chasse et de la Nature

The Lire la Nature fair will bring book lovers together at the Musée de la Chasse et de la Nature on February 1 and 2, 2025, with meetings, debates and other events on the theme of biodiversity.

Taste of Paris returns to the Grand Palais in May 2025

Every year, the Taste of Paris festival is a unique opportunity for food lovers to discover the very best of Parisian restaurants. Cooking shows, cooking classes, masterclasses and real restaurants await you on site. After several editions in the ephemeral Grand Palais, Taste of Paris will make its grand return to the historic Grand Palais from May 8 to 11, 2025.

PAGE(S: the bibliophily and artists' books fair at the Palais de la Femme

Discover books in all their forms at PAGE(S, a 100-strong exhibition of literature and bibliophily, from November 29 to December 1, 2024, at the Palais de la Femme.

Salon Créations & Savoir-Faire 2024: the temple of DIY at Porte de Versailles

The Salon Créations & Savoir-Faire 2024 takes place from November 27 to December 1, 2024. This not-to-be-missed DIY event is an inexhaustible source of inspiration thanks to its many exhibitors, and also offers all kinds of workshops, from initiation to perfection.

Mineral Expo Paris: Explore the fascinating world of precious stones

From November 29 to December 1, 2024, the 51st Mineral Expo Paris will be held at the Espace Charenton. Over 200 exhibitors from all over the world, an exceptional exhibition and exciting conferences. Get your tickets now!

Cheese and Wine Day at the Musée Vivant du Fromage for wine and cheese tastings

Are you a big fan of cheese and wine? Then don't miss Cheese and Wine Day at the Musée Vivant du Fromage in Paris. This Tuesday, November 5, 2024, we're looking forward to seeing you and making some great discoveries. Don't forget to pre-register!

Un week-end à l'Est: the arts and culture festival returns to Paris, discover the program

The Un week-end à l'Est festival celebrates the cultures of Eastern Europe, with a rich program of exhibitions, concerts, screenings... Discover the events for this 8th edition, organized from November 20 to 30, 2024.

Arab Week: a free event with souk, cuisine, calligraphy and crafts at Unesco

On November 4 and 5, 2024, discover Arab culture through a free event at Unesco. Conferences, exhibitions, workshops, a food festival, a souk and traditional music will take you on a journey for a few days.

Artisans d'Excellence 2024: the Arts Décoratifs tradeshow at a prestigious Paris venue

The Artisans d'Excellence trade show takes up residence at the Hôtel des Italiens for its very first edition from November 7 to 9, 2024. Under the Eiffel glass roofs of this historic monument, seventy craftsmen and material artists invite you to discover their work, in an exhibition celebrating the excellence of French know-how.

Révélations: the biennial arts and crafts event returns to the Grand Palais in 2025

It's back at last at the Grand Palais: the biennial Révélations, the international showcase of art and creative crafts, awaits us from May 21 to 25, 2025. Come and discover the skills of artists and craftsmen from all over the world through exceptional new works.