Winter exhibition guide

Eva Jospin and Claire Tabouret at the Grand Palais: a double exhibition that's causing a buzz – our photos

Two renowned figures in contemporary art receive top honors in Paris. From December 10, 2025, to March 15, 2026, the Grand Palais hosts a unique double exhibition showcasing the stunning works of two French artists, Claire Tabouret and Eva Jospin. While one exhibit features "D’un seul souffle," the other is dedicated to "Grottesco."

The grand journey of medical discovery: an exhibition at the Arab World Institute

In Paris, the Arab World Institute is delving into the journey of medical knowledge across civilizations, from antiquity to the modern era. Through books, artifacts, and manuscripts, the exhibition "The Great Adventure of Medical Knowledge" will be on display from October 13, 2026, to January 10, 2027.

Borderlines: The exhibition at the Cité des sciences exploring the boundaries of our world

In Paris, the City of Science is hosting the exhibition Frontière, an immersive and documentary experience that explores the concept of borders through ten real-world case studies from around the globe. Running from April 14, 2026, to January 2, 2028, this exhibition invites visitors aged 12 and up to engage in a thought-provoking journey at the intersection of geography, society, and art.

Mary Cassatt: Embracing Independence — The Major Impressionist Exhibition at the Musée d'Orsay

Bold and contemporary, Mary Cassatt asserts her distinctive style and her freedom within Impressionism. From October 6, 2026, to January 31, 2027, the Musée d’Orsay celebrates her hundredth birthday with the exhibition "Mary Cassatt: The Choice of Independence," showcasing nearly 80 rare works.

Primordial Water at the Louvre: An Exhibition Exploring Mesopotamia and Water Management

The Louvre Museum will showcase The Primeval Water exhibition from May 20, 2026, to March 15, 2027, in the Antiquities of the Orient galleries. This exhibit will explore how Mesopotamian civilizations invented some of the earliest hydraulic systems and envisioned their surroundings in relation to water. Through artifacts, stories, and infrastructure models, the display will examine our modern relationship with this vital resource.

Mathilde Favier’s World in Paris: A Free Exhibition Showcasing Fashion, Art, and Design at Christie’s

The vibrant world of Mathilde Favier, a Parisian at heart and head of PR for a top fashion house, will be on display at Christie’s from January 28 to February 4, 2026. The exhibition, titled Mathilde & Friends in Paris, is free to attend. Featuring iconic outfits, poetic objects, and designer creations, it offers a chic, playful, and distinctly Parisian journey through style.

Claude Simon: A Unique Exhibition at the Lambinet Museum in Versailles

The Lambinet Museum in Versailles is presenting a never-before-seen exhibition dedicated to Claude Simon, as part of its permanent collection from January 16 to March 22, 2026. The exhibit showcases collages, drawings, photographs, archival documents, and rare correspondence.

Monet and Time at the Orangerie Museum: An Exhibition Exploring the Moment, the Duration, and the Water Lilies

At the Orangerie Museum, the exhibition "Monet and Time" delves into how Claude Monet captured moments, the passage of time, and the evolving landscape through his series and the Water Lilies cycle, running from September 30, 2026, to March 29, 2027.

Exhibition "Cézanne and Us" at the Grand Palais: Dive into the Legacy of the Father of Modern Art

The Grand Palais is hosting a major exhibition dedicated to Paul Cézanne, titled Cézanne and Us, running from September 23, 2026, to January 17, 2027. This outside-the-venue exhibit has been developed in partnership with the Musée d'Orsay.

Rafael Pavarotti Photographer: A Fashion Photography Exhibition at the Museum of Decorative Arts in Paris

Fashion photography takes over the Museum of Decorative Arts with an exhibition dedicated to Rafael Pavarotti. From September 23, 2026, to February 7, 2027, over 200 vibrant prints will showcase, for the first time in France, the career of the Brazilian photographer and engage in a dialogue with the museum's photographic collections.

Look, 40 Years of Fashion at the Museum: A Retrospective Couture Exhibition at the Museum of Decorative Arts

At the Museum of Decorative Arts, the 40th anniversary of the Museum of Fashion is celebrated with "Look: 40 Years of Fashion at the Museum," a must-see fashion exhibition. Forty iconic ensembles take the runway in the nave's central space, surrounded by sketches, patterns, and embroidery, showcasing four decades of style and craftsmanship.

Rick Owens: A Major Fashion Exhibition at Palais Galliera — Last Chance to Visit

Rick Owens takes over the Palais Galliera from June 28, 2025 to January 4, 2026 with a shock retrospective exhibition that extends beyond the museum walls. Over 100 silhouettes, never-before-seen archives and works of art reveal the raw, iconoclastic universe of the master of the underground and fallen elegance. Join us this summer for an immersive dive into fashion as rebellion!

Rotondo, the free street art exhibition in Paris that will leave you dizzy

The Le Cabinet d'Amateur Gallery in the 11th arrondissement of Paris hosts Rotondo, a free collective street-art exhibition featuring all works in circular formats, from December 18 to 21, 2025.

The World of Figurines: our photos from the pop culture exhibit at the Old Post Office in Versailles

At Versailles, the former Post Office hosts The World of Figurines, an exhibition showcasing over 17,000 pieces that explore history, pop culture, and fantastical worlds. Designed to captivate all curious visitors and miniature enthusiasts, this immersive experience combines stunning recreations, interactive workshops, and an insight into meticulous craftsmanship. The exhibit runs from December 17, 2025, to March 15, 2026.

A double fashion showcase at the Dior Gallery and the Azzedine Alaïa Foundation in Paris – our photos

The Dior Gallery will open its doors from November 20, 2025, to May 3, 2026, for a groundbreaking exhibition showcasing over a hundred pieces collected by Azzedine Alaïa. This display is part of a dual exhibition, extended at the Azzedine Alaïa Foundation from December 1, 2025, to May 24, 2026, highlighting the dialogue between Dior and Alaïa and revealing the Tunisian designer’s admiration for the New Look.

Mini Me: Our snapshots from the JonOne "100% Groovy Baby" exhibition at the Goldshteyn-Saatort Gallery

The Goldshteyn-Saatort Gallery hosts Mini Me, the vibrant solo exhibition by JonOne, offering a psychedelic journey where graffiti, small-scale works, and seventies groovery collide in a striking visual explosion. The exhibition runs from December 11, 2025, to January 11, 2026 — a must-visit chance to dive into the colorful universe of the artist.

"Rêveries de pierres" at the École des Arts Joailliers: an exhibition of a precious collection of stones

Are you in search of a truly original, poetic, and deeply mesmerizing exhibition? From November 6, 2025, to March 29, 2026, the École des Arts Joailliers, in partnership with the Muséum national d’histoire naturelle, invites you to explore "Dreams of Stones: Poetry and Minerals of Roger Caillois," right in the heart of Paris’s 9th arrondissement. This event offers a rare opportunity to marvel at 200 extraordinary minerals, accompanied by never-before-seen texts from one of the most distinctive thinkers of the 20th century. Additionally, entry is free with prior reservation (link below).

Beyond Our Horizons: From Tokyo to Paris, the New Free Exhibition at the Galerie du 19M in January

Beyond Our Horizons lands in Paris: from January 29 to April 26, 2026, the Galerie du 19M showcases French artisans alongside Japanese creators, weaving their stories together. After captivating 75,000 visitors in Tokyo, this exhibition offers a journey where tradition and innovation intersect in every detail. Embroideries, molds, feathers, and metals become bridges connecting different cultures and craftsmanship.

Various and eclectic objects: Song Dong’s free, monumental, and immersive exhibition at Le Bon Marché

For its 11th edition, the January art showcase at Le Bon Marché Rive Gauche pays tribute to Song Dong, the renowned Chinese artist renowned for transforming everyday objects into living memory. From January 10 to February 22, 2026, his free exhibition, "Various and Diverse Objects – 百货 (baihuò)", takes over the store's showcases, features two large-scale installations beneath the glass roof, and immerses visitors in an interactive experience on the second floor.

Robert Capa: the must-see exhibition dedicated to the photographer at the Musée de la Libération de Paris

Discover the exhibition dedicated to Robert Capa at the Musée de la Libération de Paris, an immersive journey designed with Magnum Photos to understand the art of war photojournalism. A visual exploration of history to be experienced from February 18 to December 20, 2026.