Sometimes to the detriment of other regions,Île-de-France and the capital host a large number of trade fairs and conventions, on a wide variety of subjects, from books to local produce, video games, scuba diving and art shows. Enthusiasts of all kinds meet up in large numbers every year at the various trade fairs dedicated to what they love. And in 2024, Paris is repeating the experience with new editions of the capital's major trade shows, which are sure to attract visitors from all over France!
Salon de l'agriculture, Foire de Paris, Livre Paris, Salon du Tourisme, Salon Art & Déco... Parisians are spoilt for choice. We've put together a list of fairs to suit all ages, budgets and passions, so you can plan your visit. Come on, let's put on some good shoes and walk around for hours, looking for bargains?
GOOD PLACE: A free Grande Fête at the Hippodrome Paris-Vincennes on November 17!
Sponsored - Want to spice up your Sunday? Come and fill up on good cheer at the Hippodrome Paris-Vincennes! On November 17, we promise you a day of madness, a food court that's sure to delight, and entertainment that'll get everyone on the same wavelength! With friends, family or even on your own, get ready for a season opener that's out of this world! [Read more]
The Sainte-Barbe fire festival, a magical weekend in December in Lens
Sponsored - The Festival de la Sainte Barbe is a not-to-be-missed event in the Lens-Liévin region. Since 2018, this fire arts festival has revived the tradition of Sainte Barbe, patron saint of miners, by transforming former mining sites into stages for pyrotechnic and artistic shows. To be experienced from December 6 to 8, 2024! [Read more]
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. [Read more]
The Salon du Vintage 2024 100% fashion edition at the former Pierre Cardin Museum in Paris
Retro, chic and ecological, the Salon du Vintage returns to Paris from November 23 to 24, 2024! Right in the heart of the Marais, in the former Pierre Cardin Museum, the shopping event will be setting up its luxury and second-hand racks, for a new 100% fashion edition. Reservations are now open! [Read more]
Médiévale de Mantes 2024: free festive immersion in the heart of the Middle Ages in Mantes-la-Jolie
La Médiévale de Mantes awaits us on Friday November 22 and Saturday November 23, 2024 in Mantes-la-Jolie. For one day, on the occasion of the 574ᵉ Foire aux Oignons, the town takes us on a journey back in time, where medieval animations, theatrical strolls, and a craft village will transport young and old to the Middle Ages. Both festive and educational, this unique experience is the perfect opportunity to rediscover history in a warm and friendly atmosphere. [Read more]
Idées Japon 2024: a pre-Christmas market and 100% Japanese workshops in Paris
At Espace Cinko, just a stone's throw from Pyramides, a trade show transports us to the land of the Rising Sun. From November 20 to 23, 2024, the Salon Idées Japon brings together over 40 Franco-Japanese designers and artists, showcasing the very best of their creations for original Christmas gifts! [Read more]
A giant Japanese Christmas market at the gates of Paris: Shizen 2024 at Cité Fertile
On December 7 and 8, 2024, La Cité Fertile in Pantin will be hosting a very exotic Christmas Market: a giant Japanese Christmas Market that will immerse you in Japanese culture for a weekend. [Read more]
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. [Read more]
Bonus: a fête des régions with mini Ferme on December 1 at the Hippodrome!
On Sunday December 1, the Hippodrome Paris-Vincennes celebrates the regions with its Dimanches Plaisirs. Regional brass bands, gastronomic stands at the Salon Mer & Vigne, free entertainment, guided tours of the stables and the Grand National du Trot Final will delight the whole family. [Read more]
Salon Wenhua 2024: a Christmas market to discover Asian cultures
Sponsored - Come and enjoy a designer Christmas market, several exhibitions and a rich program of activities that will introduce you to Asian cultures, in a former 17th-century mansion! Salon Wenhua takes place on November 30 and December 1, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. [Read more]
Salon du Chocolat à Paris 2024, date and program
The Salon du Chocolat returns to Porte de Versailles from October 30 to November 3, 2024! A parade of chocolate dresses and monumental sculptures, gourmet logs and an array of chocolates and pastries await you under the theme "Chocolate through time". [Read more]
Salon du livre et de la presse jeunesse de Montreuil 2024: the free literary event (93)
The major event in children's literature returns to Montreuil from November 27 to December 2, 2024, on the theme of dreams. A new opportunity to celebrate reading together, free of charge! [Read more]
Festival des Livres, des Artistes 2024: a free star book fair in Paris
On November 30 and December 1, 2024, the Maison de la Chimie will be hosting the free "Des Livres, Des Artistes" festival, where numerous personalities will meet the public to talk about their books. [Read more]
Paris Games Week 2024: we went to the gaming show at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles
Paris Games Week is back at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, for a new edition from October 23 to 27, 2024... Japanese booths, video game testing, cosplay, sport and e-Sport, meetings... We tell you all about it! [Read more]
The Club des Vignerons Lauréats' Salon des Vins 2024 in Paris
On the weekend of November 15, 16 & 17, 2024, come and taste the wines of independent winegrowers in an exceptional setting. On the banks of the Seine, at the foot of the Eiffel Tower, the Club des Vignerons Lauréats invites you to the barge Le Paquebot to (re)discover their cuvées, produced in the four corners of France by 42 winemakers. [Read more]
Paris Cheese and Wine Week 2024: a week dedicated to wine and cheese tasting in Paris
A week of wine and cheese tastings all over Paris and the Île-de-France region? That's the tempting program for Paris Cheese and Wine Week, which returns from November 4 to 17, 2024. [Read more]
Art Basel Paris 2024: the contemporary art fair moves to the Grand Palais and Paris
The international contemporary art fair Art Basel Paris is finally back at the Grand Palais for another edition. The event awaits you on the weekend of October 18-20, 2024. [Read more]
Paris 13 Tattoo Expo 2024: Second edition of this tattoo event
Tattooing through the ages is back on show in Paris this autumn. From Tuesday November 12 to Saturday November 16, 2024, the salle des fêtes of the Mairie du 13e arrondissement will host the new and second edition of the "Paris 13 Tattoo Expo" event. On the program? A nomadic exhibition by collector William Robinson, as well as meetings and conferences on the history of tattooing and its evolution. [Read more]
Salon de l'Agriculture 2024 in Paris: our photos of the 60th edition
The Salon de l'Agriculture returns to the Parc des Expositions de Paris Porte de Versailles from February 24 to March 3, 2024 for its 60th edition. Despite a delayed opening and a hectic opening day at the show on Saturday February 24, the agricultural world's not-to-be-missed event should continue as normal over the next few days. [Read more]
16th Salon des Arts de Maisons-Laffitte: a poetic immersion with Monika Cicolella
Discover the 16th Salon des Arts de Maisons-Laffitte, from November 17 to December 7, 2024, with Monika Cicolella, guest of honor, at the Centre Montesquieu. [Read more]
Art3F: the international contemporary art fair returns to Porte de Versailles - invitations
The Art3F contemporary art fair is back for another Parisian edition: meet us from September 20 to 22, 2024 at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles for a fair aimed at all art enthusiasts. Download your invitations! [Read more]
Comic Con 2024 at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles: discover the guest list
Good news for comic book fans! After being canceled in 2020 and not held since, Comic Con will be back on March 30 and 31, 2024 at Paris Expo Portes de Versailles. Cosplays, guests, comics... Discover the program! [Read more]
Stay tuned for more major trade shows in Paris this year!
Dates and Opening Time
From January 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024
