Aïe, aïe, aïe.... Theexhibition you wanted to see, the one you were so excited about but forgot to put in your diary... That exhibition has come to an end.
We know: between work, school, obligations and all the great things to do in Paris every day, we lose track of time. The days fly by, and you forget about that great exhibition you've been eyeing. Then time continues to pass, and the exhibition closes its doors, much to your chagrin. Yes, exhibitions don't last forever, and sometimes they slip through our fingers. But this doesn't have to be the case.
Promise you'll never be in such disarray again: we've compiled a list of all the exhibitions in Paris and theIle-de-France region that are closing this December 2024. You've only got a few days left to make the most of them. Get out your diaries and your credit cards: it's time to get your tickets!
Notre-Dame de Paris at the heart of the construction site, the free exhibition under the forecourt in photos
The Notre-Dame de Paris: au coeur du chantier exhibition, which takes place beneath the cathedral's forecourt, is now unveiled. From March 7, 2023, until the monument reopens, discover the work of the hundreds of men and women who are rebuilding the cathedral. It's an opportunity to immerse yourself in the highlights of the titanic construction site, to discover the work of the journeymen and craftsmen, and the challenges of reconstruction. [Read more]
Viking heroes: a free exhibition combining history and culture at the Val d'Oise archaeological museum
The Musée d'archéologique du Val d'Oise introduces us to the world of the Vikings, between history and imaginary clichés, with the Viking Heroes exhibition on view from February 10 to December 29, 2024. [Read more]
New: an open-air trench at the Grande Guerre museum
Sponsored - Follow in the footsteps of the 600,000 men from Black Africa, the West Indies, Oceania, Asia and North Africa who came to fight far from home on the various fronts of the war in Europe in a major exhibition at the Musée de la Grande Guerre. From April 4 to December 30, 2024. The Musée de la Grande Guerre expands! Come and discover an installation never before seen in France: an open-air trench. [Read more]
Imaginary worlds: the dreamlike sculpture exhibition at Espace Monte-Cristo - photos
Poetic, dreamlike, surprising: with its new free exhibition, Espace Monte-Cristo aims to awaken our childlike hearts. Discover Imaginary Worlds from April 13 to December 15, 2024. [Read more]
Natures vivantes: the photo exhibition showcasing the gardens of the Albert Kahn Museum - photos
The Musée Albert Kahn explores the philanthropist's passion for his gardens, with the photo exhibition Natures vivantes, on view from April 30 to December 31, 2024. [Read more]
LVMH Cultural Olympiad: exhibitions at Berluti, Dior, Guerlain, Louis Vuitton and La Samaritaine
In anticipation of the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games, LVMH is launching its Cultural Olympiad, a series of exhibitions combining art, sport and fashion at 7 of its iconic addresses. Berluti, Dior, Guerlain, Louis Vuitton and La Samaritaine are all getting in on the Games action! [Read more]
Freewheels, the cycling exhibition at the Musée du Domaine départemental de Sceaux
To find out all about the history of the bicycle, both as a sport and a means of transport, discover a sporting exhibition based around these two-wheeled vehicles, at the heart of the Musée du Domaine départemental de Sceaux, from June 21, 2024. [Read more]
Silex and the City: the prehistory comic book exhibition at the Musée de l'Homme
Comic artist Jul brings his humorous world to the Musée de l'Homme: from September 11 to December 29, 2024, discover the Silex and the City exhibition. [Read more]
Quai de la Photo celebrates the bicentenary of the invention of photography with a free exhibition
Celebrate 200 years of history and creativity! Discover the free exhibition celebrating the bicentenary of the invention of photography at Quai de la Photo, from September 16 to December 22, 2024. [Read more]
Speedy Graphito: the street artist presents "La Grande Illusion" on Fluctuart, our photos
Speedy Graphito takes over the Fluctuart barge in Paris to offer an "immersive optico-play experience". To be seen free of charge from September 19 to December 22, 2024, this exhibition entitled "La Grande Illusion" is an opportunity to discover more about the fascinating work of this key urban art artist. [Read more]
Baignade en Seine, toute une histoire: the Musée des Égouts de Paris small exhibition
Once possible, swimming in the Seine was banned in 1923 for health reasons. But 102 years on, Parisians may well set foot in it again! A history explored by the Musée des Egouts, until December 31, 2024! [Read more]
Benjamin Lacombe: his original works from "Monsieur le Lapin Blanc" exhibited at Deyrolle in Paris
To mark the publication of his album "Monsieur le Lapin Blanc", Benjamin Lacombe is exhibiting several of his new original works in Paris. The exhibition runs free of charge from October 15 to December 2, 2024, at Maison Deyrolle, in the capital's 7th arrondissement. [Read more]
Louis Vuitton: free exhibition of the House's design & art de vivre collections at LV Dream - extensions
Louis Vuitton opens the doors of its new free exhibition, dedicated to design and the art of living, in the continuity of Design Miami.Paris 2024. From October 16 to December 31, head to LV Dream to discover the Maison's Objets Nomades collection, as well as cult pieces from its collaboration with Estúdio Campana, through a unique scenography. [Read more]
Perspective: the art of Richard Peduzzi unveiled in an exhibition at Mobilier national
The Mobilier national - Galerie des Gobelins pays tribute to the artist Richard Peduzzi, in an exhibition on view from October 16 to December 31, 2024. [Read more]
Free exhibition by fashion photographer Ellen Von Unwerth at the Park Hyatt Paris-Vendôme hotel
A free fashion photography exhibition in a palace? It's the must-see fashion event of the autumn! At the Park Hyatt Paris-Vendôme, renowned photographer Ellen Von Unwerth invites you to plunge into her erotico-chic world, with daring glamour shots to be admired until December 1, 2024. [Read more]
Romance in the Stone: a contemporary art exhibition at the heart of the Museum of Mineralogy
Magnificent crystals and stones from around the world meet contemporary works of art in a new exhibition at the heart of the Musée de Minéralogie Mines Paris collection, from October 23 to December 14, 2024. [Read more]
Christian Rose, photographing music: the free photo exhibition at the historic library
He photographed the biggest stars, the craziest concerts given in Paris: Christian Rose is honored in a free exhibition, organized from November 4 to December 11, 2024, at the Bibliothèque Historique de la Ville de Paris. [Read more]
Relive the Liberation of 1944: an immersive exhibition at the Musée de l'Armée
The Musée de l'Armée offers a unique immersive experience, plunging us into the heart of history. Discover the exhibition "Relive the Liberation of 1944" from November 8 to December 18, 2024. [Read more]
Iconic 80, 90, 00's Festival: an immersive experience at the Carreau du Temple in Paris
This autumn, the Carreau du Temple in Paris invites you to take a leap back in time by immersing yourself in three iconic decades of pop culture. Join us from Sunday November 10 to Sunday December 1, 2024 in the 3rd arrondissement of the capital for the first edition of the "Iconic 80, 90, 00's Festival". On the program? Immersive exhibition, karaoke, arcade terminals, roller rink and food court! [Read more]
Free Playmobil exhibition at Fontainebleau: immerse yourself in the epic of Napoleon and the 1st Empire
We're off to Fontainebleau in Seine-et-Marne to discover the free exhibition "Life of the Emperor Napoleon Iᵉʳ" which awaits you until December 15, 2024. Come and discover, with your family, the major stages in Napoleon's life recreated with Playmobil® at the Charité Royale. With its game booklet, this exhibition is sure to please children. [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]
Nature Manifesto: an immersive sound experience by Björk & Aleph at the Centre Pompidou
To coincide with the "Biodiversity: what culture for what future?" Forum, to be held at the Centre Pompidou this autumn, the Paris museum is hosting an immersive sound installation imagined and designed by Icelandic singer Björk and artist Aleph. This unique experience can be enjoyed free of charge from Wednesday November 20 to Monday December 9, 2024. [Read more]
LA BELLE ET LA BÊTE MMXXIV, the Christmas group show at Les Frigos de Paris!
Sponsored - L'AIGUILLAGE presents a group exhibition based on the cult classic La Belle & La Bête, from November 23 to December 30, 2024. [Read more]
"Le Salon by Sarah Andelman" at Sotheby's Paris: free exhibition in the auction house
Sarah Andelman takes the helm of the brand-new Salon Sotheby's, on rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré, for what promises to be a memorable first edition. A visionary with unrivalled flair, she is transforming this hybrid space between exceptional showroom and arty gallery into a trendy destination not to be missed, scattered with unique objects and punctuated by free exhibitions! [Read more]
Open house at the Père Lachaise 2024 studios: come and meet Parisian artists!
Art lovers are invited to discover the new edition of the Portes ouvertes des ateliers du Père-Lachaise, which await us for artistic visits on November 30 and December 1, 2024. This is your chance to discover local painters, sculptors and photographers, who will be revealing their work and expertise! [Read more]
Christmas 2024: the Musée de la Poste organizes a family weekend with free admission
Here's a date not to be missed: on November 30 and December 1, 2024, we're off to the Musée de la Poste to enjoy a host of free family events. [Read more]
Free castles, museums and monuments in Yvelines on Sunday December 1st 2024, 1st Sunday of the month
On the first Sunday of the month, many monuments, castles, museums and historic sites in Yvelines open their doors to you free of charge. But that's not the case all year round. To help you find your way around, we've compiled a list of cultural sites in Yvelines to visit this Sunday, December 1, 2024. [Read more]
Unwrapping: Mokap exhibition at Ville A des Arts
Until December 8, 2024, La Ville A des Arts is hosting a new solo exhibition by Mokap, a visual artist of many inspirations. Come along to the opening on Tuesday December 3 at 6pm. Free admission! [Read more]
Salon des Beaux-Arts 2024: dates and programme for this free event in Paris
It's an annual event you don't want to miss: the Salon des Beaux-Arts is back for another edition from December 4 to 15, 2024, at the Réfectoire des Cordeliers in Paris. [Read more]
Caillebotte en Lumière, the free video mapping show at the Musée d'Orsay, takes shape
Alert, friends! From December 5 to 7, 2024, the Musée d'Orsay is staging an eye-popping video mapping show on its historic façade, called Caillebotte en lumière. Don't miss this event, free and open to all, which plunges you into the world of Gustave Caillebotte. [Read more]
Nocturne Pop Forever #2: a creative and musical evening at the Fondation Louis Vuitton
The Fondation Louis Vuitton offers another original and festive evening around the exhibition Pop Forever, Tom Wesselmann &..., with a special nocturne on December 6, 2024. [Read more]
Street art: L'équipée returns to Paris with a third edition, our photos
Street art takes over an iconic bar steeped in history, located in the Belleville district of Paris! This Saturday and Sunday, December 7 and 8, 2024 only, 25 urban artists will be taking over an establishment that has been closed for the past ten years, to unveil their on-site frescoes to the general public. Find out more about "L'équipée 3", a street art event to be discovered free of charge this weekend! [Read more]
Skateboard Culture: a free and unique exhibition in the heart of Paris
Skateboard culture is coming to Paris for a brand-new, free exhibition lasting just two days. Entitled "Skateboard Culture L'exposition", this event awaits all lovers of this urban sliding sport, on Saturday December 7 and Sunday December 8, 2024, in a gallery in the 3rd arrondissement. [Read more]
Fête de la Sainte-Barbe 2024: a weekend of free events at the Musée de l'Armée
Come and celebrate Saint Barbara, patron saint of artillerymen and sappers, with a weekend of free events at the Musée de l'Armée on December 7 and 8, 2024, including shows and military ceremonies. [Read more]
A festive Christmas ball to celebrate Saint Nicholas at the Musée Jean-Jacques Henner
The Musée Jean-Jacques Henner invites us to dance the Charleston this Sunday, December 8, 2024, at its Christmas Ball. [Read more]
Alma de Beir's Much Loved exhibition: photos transformed into futuristic watercolors
From December 12 to 15, artist Alma de Beir presents a series of watercolors celebrating love and the bonds that unite human beings. Inspired by photographs, the watercolor series plunges you into her science-fiction-like universe. [Read more]
19M celebrates the winter solstice with creative workshops, nail art, embroidery, music and a festive brunch.
Forget the dreariness of December, Galerie du 19M invites you to celebrate the winter solstice with a creative, vitamin-packed program! Offbeat performances, workshops for the whole family and gourmet interludes are on the menu to brighten up your weekend on December 14 and 15, 2024. Between art, fashion, music and surprises, winter becomes a party in the arty space of the Manufacture de Mode Chanel! [Read more]
Christmas in Paris: museums and monuments open this Wednesday, December 25, 2024 in Paris
After Christmas presents and another (too) hearty meal, how about a family outing on Wednesday, December 25, 2024? Let's head for the museums and monuments opening their doors to us this holiday. [Read more]
There's no excuse: get in now to enjoy these exhibitions before it's too late! And to get a head start on next month, take a look at our current exhibition program. We hope you enjoy your visit.
January 2025 exhibitions to discover in Paris and the surrounding area
What exhibition to see in Paris in January 2025? The New Year brings us a whole selection of great exhibitions to admire. Discover them all! [Read more]
In Paris and the Ile-de-France region, there's no shortage of exhibitions. To take advantage of all the great things to do this December 2024, follow our guide [Read more]
Dates and Opening Time
From December 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024
January 2025 exhibitions to discover in Paris and the surrounding area
December 2024 exhibitions: festive and cultural outings in Paris and the Île-de-France region
