Unusual exhibition guide - activities

Journées de l'Architecture: Matali Crasset's exhibition at Le Corbusier's Maison La Roche

Paris celebrates heritage and innovation at the new edition of the Journées Nationales de l'Architecture, from October 13 to 15, 2023. As in previous years, Maison La Roche is taking part in the event, offering free admission to its latest exhibition on Saturday, October 14, 2023: a carte blanche for iconic French designer Matali Crasset.

Noémie Sauve exhibition at Drawing Lab: Admiratio

Immerse yourself in the world of Noémie Sauve at Drawing Lab with the exhibition Admiratio, fusing wonder and scientific research, from October 14, 2023 to January 7, 2024. Inspired by her Tara and Vulcano expeditions, the artist blends drawing, sculpture and science to reveal the invisible world of coral and the luminosity of volcanic rock. An invitation to rediscover the beauty of the natural world.

Harry Potter exhibition at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, last weekend

Harry Potter: the exhibition, which opened at Paris Expo on April 21, has been extended until October 15, 2023 due to high visitor numbers. Immerse yourself in the magical world with this exceptional immersive exhibition.

Porsche Legacy: a free street-art exhibition in tribute to the 911 in Paris

Porsche takes center stage at an unusual street-art exhibition in Paris. To mark the 75th anniversary of the famous car brand, parts of the legendary 911 have been transformed by some one hundred international artists. See you from October 5 to 28, 2023!

90 years of Air France at Galeries Lafayette: fashion, heritage, mythical objects and couture shows!

Ready to fly away into the world of Air France? Galeries Lafayette invites the famous airline to celebrate its 90th anniversary, from September 28 to October 10, 2023. A unique, free exhibition featuring an exceptional heritage collection, new fashion creations and mythical objects, punctuated by retrospective fashion shows. Get ready for a journey of extraordinary elegance!

Picasso. Drawing to Infinity: the must-see exhibition at the Centre Pompidou

Celebrate the 50th anniversary of Pablo Picasso's death with the landmark exhibition "Picasso. Dessiner à l'infini" at the Centre Pompidou from October 18, 2023 to January 15, 2024. Discover an in-depth introspection of nearly a thousand works - from drawings to prints - by the emblematic artist. An unprecedented immersion in the maestro's creative process, not to be missed in Paris this winter!

Liquide liquide: a contemporary art exhibition at the Saint-Ouen skating rink

Contemporary art comes to the skating rink. From October 14 to November 19, 2023, the Saint-Ouen skating rink, an unusual, listed venue in the Seine-Saint-Denis town, opens its doors to the "Liquide Liquide" exhibition.

Nuits corticales, Loris Gréaud's contemporary exhibition transforms the Petit Palais - photos

A fantastic and magical world takes over the Petit Palais... Discover the free exhibition Cortical Nights, from October 4, 2023 to January 14, 2024.

Le temps qu'il nous faut, the exhibition that offers us a nice break at Maïf Social Club

Maïf Social Club invites us to take an artistic break from our ever-changing world, with the exhibition Le temps qu'il nous faut, on view from September 30, 2023 to February 24, 2024.

Paris: artist Rose Barberat transforms the PACT gallery into a laundromat, our photos

"Le Foyer" is the name of an unusual, free installation currently on show in Paris. Presenting her latest series of paintings dedicated to the washing machine, young French artist Rose Barberat has transformed the PACT gallery into a laundromat, in the style of an incredible trompe-l'œil!

The Bollywood Superstars exhibition unveils, immerse yourself in Indian cinema at the Musée du Quai Branly

The Musée du Quai Branly opens its doors to the enchanting world of Indian cinema with the "Bollywood Superstars" exhibition, on view from September 26, 2023 to January 14, 2024. Enter a world rich in color!

Gérard Zlotykamien a.k.a. Zloty in Paris: A poignant free exhibition by the pioneer of Street Art

From September 23 to October 28, 2023, we're off to Paris's 13th arrondissement to take a unique plunge into the world of the first urban art artist, Gérard Zlotykamien, through a free retrospective exhibition. This unprecedented occasion, celebrating 60 years since its creation, is an invitation to explore the roots of Street Art.

Crescendo, the monumental installation at Saint-Denis Basilica

Discover "Crescendo", a majestic installation by Stephen Dean, presented by the Centre des monuments nationaux, at the Cathedral Basilica of Saint-Denis until September 29, 2024.

Larmes de Joie, Benoit Dutour's new exhibition at Printemps Haussmann

Larmes de Joie, the art event of the moment, takes up residence at Printemps Haussmann from September 18 to October 29, 2023. Artist Benoît Dutour unveils his optical glass sculptures in an exclusive exhibition that takes us into his poetic world.

Daniel Arsham exhibition in Paris: discover 20 years of collaboration with Emmanuel Perrotin

Daniel Arsham's 20th anniversary at Galerie Perrotin: Eminent contemporary artist Daniel Arsham celebrates two decades of collaboration with renowned gallerist Emmanuel Perrotin at Galerie Perrotin, 76 rue de Turenne, Paris 3e, with an exhibition on view until October 7, 2023.

Aux Frontières de l'Art Brut exhibition at Halle Saint-Pierre - our photos

Discover the "Aux Frontières de l'art brut" exhibition at Halle Saint Pierre, a unique immersion into the singular worlds of 15 prolific artists from September 20, 2023 to January 25, 2024. From Pierre Amourette's ceramic Madonnas to Shinichi Sawada's sculptures, immerse yourself in the imaginations of these passionate creators!

Fashion and sport, the surprising and unexpected exhibition at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs - our photos

In the run-up to the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, the Musée des Arts Décoratifs will be exploring the links between sport and fashion throughout history, from antiquity to the present day, from September 20, 2023.

"La Morsure des Termites" at the Palais de Tokyo: when graffiti meets art history

Immerse yourself in a unique artistic experience at the Palais de Tokyo with the exhibition "La Morsure des Termites" from October 19, 2023 to January 7, 2024. Explore the history of art from a new angle, that of graffiti, in a captivating dialogue between over fifty artists. A journey between shady perspectives, the romanticism of vandalism and the invisible city inspired by Italo Calvino!

Rugby'Art: the sports exhibition retracing the history of the oval ball during the World Cup

During the Rugby World Cup 2023, a traveling exhibition will be set up between Paris and Levallois-Perret, retracing the sport's 200-year history. An opportunity to reveal the talents of rugby players and artists, who will also be exhibiting their works.

FINE DYING by Misschiefs: a free, totally unusual installation at the Swedish Institute

As part of Paris Design Week, the Swedish Institute in Paris is opening its doors to Misschiefs and its bewildering "FINE DYING" installation. Combining the creations of nine artists and designers, the installation hijacks the idea of "Fine Dining" by revealing a series of unusual, punkish objects laid out on a large table.