April in Paris usually marks the return of fine weather. Iconic gardens bloom once again, terraces come alive, and the capital takes on a springtime air. It's also a festive and cultural time when Parisian energy gets in tune with the season.
Because when it comes to novelty, Paris never stops. Every month, the Paris region unveils new surprises. How would you like to be among the first to discover new culinary concepts, original exhibitions, or spring festivals that will only last a short time? The April 2025 calendar promises to be packed with new ideas for outings. If you're one of those people who always want to be the first to know about brand-new concepts, now's the time to find out what's coming up in April 2025. Get your diaries ready!
And because Paris is always on the move, this list will be regularly updated to keep up with the latest news and announcements. So you'll always find an up-to-date selection of upcoming releases. So, if you're a keen explorer, now's the time to discover what 's new in Paris in April 2025!
Paris Marathon 2025: registration opens for the famous race in the capital
The 48th edition of the Schneider Electric Marathon de Paris will be held on Sunday April 13, 2025. Once again, runners will cross the capital, passing through some of its most beautiful spots. [Read more]
Circulation(s) 2025: dates of the next European festival of young photography at Le Centquatre
The Circulation(s) festival returns to 104 from April 5 to June 1, 2025. For 15 years, this event dedicated to young European photography has been a not-to-be-missed fixture in Paris. [Read more]
L'écologie des choses: a new exhibition at the Maison de la culture du Japon in Paris
Environmental art invites itself to the Maison de la culture du Japon in Paris. On view from April 30 to July 26, 2025, the exhibition "L'écologie des choses" (The Ecology of Things) showcases the work of a number of Japanese artists, from different generations, addressing ecological issues from 1970 to the present day. [Read more]
Deserts: the striking exhibition at the Paris Natural History Museum
The Muséum national d'Histoire naturelle in Paris takes us to the most extreme corners of the planet, with the "Déserts" exhibition, on view from April 2 to November 30, 2025. [Read more]
Tarō Okamoto, Japan reinvented: a new exhibition at the Musée du Quai Branly
Want to discover one of the great figures of Japanese avant-gardism? Head to the Musée du Quai Branly in Paris from Tuesday, April 15 to Sunday, September 7, 2025 to admire the exhibition devoted to the multidisciplinary Japanese artist Tarō Okamoto. [Read more]
Bakary Samaké boxing match opens Gazo concert at Paris La Défense Arena
Do you like boxing and rap? It's a good thing, because the two will be mixing exceptionally on April 18, 2025, with a Bakary Samaké fight before the Gazo concert, at Paris La Défense Arena! [Read more]
Hyrox: a new event at the Grand Palais in Paris
On the weekend of April 26 and 27, 2025, the Grand Palais will host the Hyrox fitness race for the first time. [Read more]
The World of Queen: a show paying tribute to the rock legend in Paris
The World of Queen returns to Paris and on tour throughout France with a new show. The show, a tribute to the iconic rock band Queen, will be staged at the Dôme de Paris on April 3, 2025. [Read more]
Shen Yun at the Palais des Congrès: the incredible show plunges you into Chinese history
Shen Yun, the famous American troupe of dancers of Chinese origin, returns to Paris to bring you the magic of 5,000 years of Chinese civilization. They take over the Palais des Congrès from April 16 to May 11 2025 with their sublime show. [Read more]
Mamma Mia!: the musical returns to La Seine Musicale
Good news for the many, many fans of Mamma Mia! as the cult musical announces its return with a new international tour to celebrate the show's 20th anniversary! The tour includes a stop at La Seine Musicale in Boulogne-Billancourt from October 4 to 20, 2019. [Read more]
Franjo: upcoming Paris dates
French comedian Franjo will be at the République in Paris until February 27, 2025, as well as at the Olympia for a one-off show on April 12, 2025. [Read more]
Dates and Opening Time
From April 1, 2025 to April 30, 2025