March heralds thearrival of spring in Paris, with days gradually lengthening and temperatures easing, despite the occasional sleet. It's a time of renewal, when Parisian life is increasingly lived outdoors. As parks begin to blossom and terraces tentatively fill up, the City of Light is also seeing the emergence of new experiences. Enough to arouse the curiosity of even the most seasoned wanderers who want to be at the forefront of cultural, artistic and gastronomic novelties.
This month is full of promises for the curious: eagerly awaited openings of gourmet addresses, shows just launched on Paris' finest stages, concerts to set your evenings alight, new exhibitions in museums and art galleries, or ephemeral concepts for out-of-the-ordinary experiences. Whether you're an art enthusiast, a lover of good food, or simply in search of surprises, March is the perfect month to explore the latest trends.
This selection focuses solely on the month's new releases, with the ambition of giving you a head start on the must-see events in Paris and the Île-de-France region. And to make sure you don't miss out on any of the latest additions to the Parisian calendar, this guide will be updated regularly with the latest discoveries and news.
Let yourself be carried away by this springtime energy and discover now the ideas for outings starting in March, so you can be among the first to enjoy these new nuggets in the capital. From exclusives to favorites, get ready for a month full of discoveries!
Carnaval de Paris 2025: discover the date and theme of the next edition!
Carnaval de Paris is back for another edition. We look forward to seeing you on Sunday, March 2, 2025, at this not-to-be-missed Mardi Gras event in the capital. [Read more]
A Daffodil against cancer at the Pantheon, the solidarity village to be discovered in spring 2025
A Daffodil Against Cancer is the Institut Curie's annual campaign to raise public awareness of the fight against cancer. From March 11 to 23, 2025, the Panthéon will host a village of flowers and solidarity. [Read more]
Andrea Appiani, Napoleon's first painter in Italy: the exhibition at the Château de Bois-Préau
The Châteaux de Malmaison and Bois-Préau present "Andrea Appiani, Napoleon's first painter in Italy", an exhibition of paintings on view from March 16 to July 28, 2025. [Read more]
Paris Print Fair 2025: the print art fair at the Réfectoire du Couvent des Cordeliers
The Paris Print Fair is back for another edition, from March 27 to 30, 2025. See you at the Réfectoire du Couvent des Cordeliers. [Read more]
Paris noir: an exhibition spotlighting black artists in France at the Centre Pompidou
The Centre Pompidou pays tribute to black artists from the 1950s to 2000, with the exhibition "Paris noir", on view from March 19 to June 30, 2025. [Read more]
Art in the street: illustrated posters on show at the Musée d'Orsay
A work of art, a political or social platform, an advertising medium... A poster can play many roles, and convey many messages. Discover the L'art est dans la rue exhibition, at the Musée d'Orsay, from March 18 to July 6, 2025. [Read more]
Expo4Art: dates for the 2025 editions of this free art fair at the Halle des Blancs Manteaux
Expo4Art is back for another four editions, to be held in 2025 at the Halle des Blancs Manteaux. It's the ideal event for discovering new talent in the art world. Don't hesitate: it's free! [Read more]
A free exhibition of tapestries from the world of Tolkien at the Collège des Bernardins
Attention craft lovers and fans of the Tolkien universe: in Paris, the Collège des Bernardins is hosting a free exhibition of tapestries inspired by the universe imagined by the father of Fantasy. Visit us from March 21 to May 18, 2025 to discover "Aubusson Tisse Tolkien". [Read more]
Artemisia Gentileschi: a tribute to the Italian painter at the Musée Jacquemart-André
The Musée Jacquemart-André invites us to (re)discover the works of the famous painter Artemisia Gentileschi, through a retrospective exhibition presented from March 19 to August 3, 2025. [Read more]
Corps et âmes: an original exhibition at the Bourse de Commerce in Paris
For its new exhibition entitled "Corps et âmes" (Bodies and Souls), the Bourse de Commerce in Paris examines the significance of the body in contemporary thought. Works by some twenty artists, including Auguste Rodin, Duane Hanson, Arthur Jafa and Deana Lawson, can be admired at the sublime Parisian museum from March 5 to August 25, 2025. [Read more]
Christian Krohg, People of the North: an exhibition dedicated to the Scandinavian painter at the Musée d'Orsay
The Musée d'Orsay in Paris honors the works of Christian Krohg! From March 25 to July 27, 2025, the famous Parisian museum is devoting a major retrospective to this Norwegian painter, virtually unknown in France, with the exhibition "Christian Krohg. The People of the North". [Read more]
Wes Anderson: the event exhibition about the famous director at the Cinémathèque
One of the most acclaimed directors of recent years, Wes Anderson has quickly become a benchmark in international cinema. The Cinémathèque française is organizing his first major retrospective from March 19 to July 27, 2025. [Read more]
Martial Arts Festival 2025: demonstrations and fights at the Adidas Arena
Attention combat sports fans and the curious: the 38th Martial Arts Festival arrives at the Adidas Arena on March 22, 2025 for demonstrations and high-flying fights. [Read more]
Sine Qua Non Run 2025: the solidarity race to combat gender-based violence
The Sine Qua Non Run, organized to combat sexist and sexual violence, takes place on Saturday March 15, 2025, starting from Place de la République. 100% of profits will be donated to associations fighting this scourge. [Read more]
Paris-Nice 2025: discover the complete route with a start from Le Perray-en-Yvelines
We now know the route and dates of Paris-Nice 2025, the famous cycling race. This year's Paris-Nice will set off on Sunday, March 9 from Le Perray-en-Yvelines, a small commune in the Yvelines department, with a finish scheduled for March 16 on Nice's famous Promenade des Anglais. This 83ᵉ edition of the "Course au Soleil" promises a beautiful breakaway to follow between Ile-de-France landscapes and Provencal reliefs. [Read more]
The Antony (92) half-marathon: the 21km race returns in March 2025
Next March, the Antony half-marathon in the Hauts-de-Seine department marks its 36th edition. Ready to take on the distance? [Read more]
Quart d'heure de lecture: the literary movement that makes you want to read in March
The Quart d'heure de lecture is coming to your homes on March 11, 2025. 15 minutes with a good book await you, an event designed to encourage people to read at least a little, but regularly, every day! [Read more]
La Course de la Jonquille contre le Cancer 2025: everything you need to know about this charity event
The Institut Curie is proposing a connected challenge for the Daffodil Race Against Cancer: from March 11 to 23, 2025, accumulate as many kilometers as possible by running or walking. For every kilometer completed, a donation will be made to the Institut Curie by the event's major partner. Put on your sneakers and support cancer research. [Read more]
Saut Hermès 2025 at the Grand Palais in Paris
The Saut Hermès returns to the capital from Friday March 21 to Sunday March 23, 2025, with a new, 15th edition at the Grand Palais in Paris. An event with a noble place in the international equestrian sports calendar, to be booked as a matter of urgency! [Read more]
L'EcoTrail de Paris: nature race returns to Paris in March 2025
Fans of 80, 45, 30 and 18km trails or Nordic walking... The EcoTrail de Paris returns on Saturday March 22 and Sunday March 23, 2025 for a nature race on the trails of the Paris region. Registration now open! [Read more]
The 10km des étoiles, a race for hotel and catering professionals open to all
For its 7th edition, the Course des Etoiles returns to the heart of the capital on Sunday, March 23, 2025. [Read more]
Basketball & Entertainment: the Harlem Globetrotters at the Adidas Arena and Arena Grand Paris in March 2025
The Harlem Globetrotters' high-flying show of basketball, comedy and acrobatics returns to the Paris region on March 29 and 30, 2025, this time at the Adidas Arena and Arena Grand Paris! [Read more]
La Grande Course du Grand Paris 2024: 10km and half-marathon of solidarity and eco-responsibility
Sporty friends, reserve your October 27, 2024 to take part in the new edition of the Grande Course du Grand Paris. Start from Place de la République or Bois de Vincennes, and finish at the Stade de France! [Read more]
Semi de Paris 2025: half-marathon registration opens
On March 9, 2025, runners will once again take part in the Paris Half Marathon. An opportunity to set new records at the start of the new year! [Read more]
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. [Read more]
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! [Read more]
Drawing Now Art Fair 2025, the contemporary drawing fair at Carreau du Temple
Drawing Now Art Fair returns to the Carreau du Temple for a promising 18th edition, March 27-30, 2025. [Read more]
AÉROCOLLECTOR 2025, the show for collectors and aviation enthusiasts
Sponsored - The Aérocollector - Paris show awaits you on March 22 and 23, 2025, with over 1,000m² dedicated to aviation enthusiasts, where you can find rare objects, aero parts, books, models, posters and advertising items, as well as meet other enthusiasts, authors, photographers and former pilots! [Read more]
The Royal Ballet of Cambodia: a traditional dance performance at the Musée du Quai Branly
On the occasion of the "Au fil de l'or" exhibition, the Musée du Quai Branly welcomes the Royal Ballet of Cambodia for three exceptional traditional dance performances on March 8 and 9, 2025. [Read more]
Broadway - The concert experience: the Sinfonia Pop Orchestra show at Grand Rex
The Sinfonia Pop Orchestra presents its new show Broadway - Le Concert expérience at the Grand Rex, to help you discover or re-discover the best Broadway musicals. Talented male and female singers will perform the greatest hits of recent years, accompanied by a live orchestra. [Read more]
The Jamel Comedy Club Zenith Tour 2025: the troupe arrives at the Paris Dome
Jamel Comedy Club goes on tour with Jamel Comedy Club Zénith Tour 2025! One of the capital's most legendary comedy clubs will be at the Dôme de Paris on March 21 and 22, 2025. [Read more]
Elodie Poux in Paris with her show Le Syndrome du Papillon at the Dôme de Paris
Comedian Elodie Poux's show, Le Syndrome du Papillon, will be held at the Dôme de Paris from March 28 to 30, 2025, for three never-before-seen performances! [Read more]
Ricky Gervais: the English comedian in Paris with his one-man show Mortality
Critically acclaimed humorist Ricky Gervais arrives in Paris with his new one-man show, exclusively at the Accor Arena Paris on March 8, 2025. The English-language show will be an opportunity to discover the award-winning comedian. [Read more]
Swan Lake: Tchaikovsky's legendary ballet at Arena Grand Paris
Swan Lake, Tchaikovsky's timeless ballet, is on the bill at the Arena Grand Paris for an exceptional evening on Saturday March 1, 2025. [Read more]
Swan Lake - Ballet and Orchestra at the Palais des Congrès in Paris
Swan Lake - Ballet and Orchestra is on at the Palais des Congrès from March 29 to April 6, 2025. Organized by FranceConcert, the ballet returns for a tour of France and Europe. [Read more]
Sleeping Beauty: Nureyev and Tchaikovsky's ballet at Opéra Bastille
After an absence of over ten years at the Opéra National de Paris, Sleeping Beauty, choreographed by Rudolf Nureyev, returns to the Opéra Bastille. First performed in 1966, the ballet retains Tchaikovsky's splendid music. [Read more]
Inès Règ: her next show dates in Paris and Île-de-France in 2024
After conquering over 500,000 spectators, comedian Inès Règ is back with her new show On est ensemble at the Casino de Paris from March 25 to April 6, 2025, and on tour throughout France in 2024. [Read more]
Peaky Blinders: The redemption of Thomas Shelby, the show adapted from the cult series
Peaky Blinders: The redemption of Thomas Shelby plays at La Seine Musicale from March 11 to 30. The show, adapted from Steven Knight's TV series by Benoit Swan Pouffer, has already attracted over 100,000 spectators! [Read more]
Dates and Opening Time
From March 1, 2025 to March 31, 2025