February is often associated with love! This is - of course - in reference to Valentine's Day. But at Sortiraparis, it's mostly in reference to the many free exhibitions organized in Paris, and to our love of good deals and culture!
Just like you, we love art in all its forms. Painting, sculpture, street art, contemporary installation, dance, video, immersive exhibition: we want to see and do it all! And when the exhibitions are free, there's no stopping us. Why not join us in our perpetual quest for culture and beauty?
Nothing could be easier, when you know where to find the best artistic bargains. For you, we've selected this month's not-to-be-missed art exhibitions and outings. Don't hesitate: it's free! Make your choice from the list below, and take advantage of these great offers.
La société des spectacles, the free exhibition at the Pernod Ricard Foundation
The Pernod Ricard Foundation brings together Farah Atassi and Ulla von Brandenburg in the same exhibition, to create a surprising and colorful journey. Discover the exhibition La société des spectacles, from February 13 to April 20, 2024. [Read more]
Casqu'on attend? exhibition: street artists recycle headphones into works of art, our photos
Urban art mobilizes for the planet. From February 29 to March 10, 2024, the Parisian gallery Nature Forte opens its doors to the free exhibition "Casqu'on attend?". For this event, some sixty street artists transform audio headsets destined for the garbage dump into works of art. [Read more]
Sumi et Motion exhibition by Japanese calligrapher Aya Wada at La Lison gallery - our photos
Discover Sumi and Motion, the beautiful exhibition by Japanese artist Aya Wada at Galerie La Lison from February 29 to April 14, 2024. A unique immersion into the world where calligraphy meets modern painting, signed by the renowned Japanese artist. [Read more]
Coming Soon: our photos from the group show at Lafayette Anticipations
Lafayette Anticipations invites you to discover its new exhibition, Coming Soon, from February 28 to May 12, 2024. Immerse yourself in an artistic reflection on confirmed and probable futures, combining contemporary and historical works! [Read more]
In the FanXoa and mastO archives of Bérurier Noir: the exhibition at the BnF, our photos
The FanXoa and mastO archives of Bérurier Noir will be on display at the BnF François-Mitterrand in Paris from February 27 to April 28, 2024, in a free, never-before-seen installation. This is an opportunity for nostalgic fans to delve into the band's past through a hundred or so items, including notebooks, photographs, videos, stage props, posters and fanzines. [Read more]
Tania Mouraud: a free exhibition of the pioneering urban artist at Fluctuart
New installation at Fluctuart! This time, the barge dedicated to street art welcomes Tania Mouraud, considered one of the pioneers of urban art, for a solo exhibition entitled "Dans les vents de l'oubli" ("In the winds of oblivion"). It's free to discover from February 16 to April 28, 2024. [Read more]
Magnum Opus, Sebastião Salgado's free exhibition, to travel from Galerie Polka
Until March 16, 2024, Galerie Polka is exhibiting the Franco-Brazilian photographer Sebastião Salgado, known for his work for prestigious photo agencies such as Sigma and Magnum. [Read more]
Exhibition at the Gaîté Lyrique: Ukraine, vision(s), our photos
Ukraine, vision(s) is the new exhibition to be discovered at the Gaîté Lyrique, bringing together the MYOP photography collective and the authors of PEN Ukraine for an unprecedented artistic and literary journey through contemporary Ukraine, from February 9 to June 9, 2024. This free, one-of-a-kind exhibition bears witness to cultural and human resistance in the face of current challenges. [Read more]
L'Esquisse, Barbizon's new cultural hotel, both café and free museum
L'Esquisse is a fusion of hotel, café and free museum. We're off to Barbizon, the famous artists' village, to take advantage of this new spot that combines large, charming rooms, a great café by the fireplace and a free museum honoring the artists who have influenced Barbizon around the world. [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]
The other side of the coin: an exhibition with athletes to raise awareness of cyberbullying
On February 6 and 7, 2024, to mark Safer Internet Day, an exhibition will be set up on the forecourt of Saint-Denis Town Hall, to raise awareness around online harassment, in partnership with French athletes. [Read more]
Perrotin Editions exhibition: Tous Collectionneurs! at Galerie Perrotin - our photos
Galerie Perrotin invites you to discover the exhibition Perrotin Editions: Tous Collectionneurs! from February 1 to 22, 2024. A unique opportunity to immerse yourself in an exclusive selection of artists' editions offered by the gallery. Discover our photo album! [Read more]
Back to the Bones, our photos of Carlos Olmo's exhibition at La Lison gallery
Galerie La Lison is devoting an exhibition to artist Carlos Olmo, entitled Back to the Bones, from January 18, 2024 to February 24, 2024. Immerse yourself in an artistic universe where street art, rock culture, pop, cinema and photography, among others, mingle! [Read more]
Les magiciens du cinéma: Enghien-les-Bains plunges us into the world of special effects
Discover the fascinating world of special effects and visual effects, with the free exhibition "Les magiciens du cinéma", organized at the Enghien-les-Bains art center, from February 2 to May 26, 2024. [Read more]
La Ville Imaginaire exhibition at the L'Italie cultural center in Paris
The cultural center L'Italie à Paris, located in the 11th arrondissement, invites you to discover its latest exhibition, entitled La Ville Imaginaire, from January 20 to March 16, 2024. An artistic journey inspired by Italo Calvino's work, "Les Villes Invisibles", bringing together international artists and exploring the themes of urbanism and city life through a variety of works. [Read more]
Two free photo exhibitions on breaking and skateboarding at Westfield Carré Sénart (77)
Ahead of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, the Westfield Carré Sénart shopping center is presenting two sports-related exhibitions, accessible free of charge, until June. On the program: skateboarding and breaking! [Read more]
Pacifique, a free photo exhibition immersing you in the heart of the American West Coast
Until February 18, 2024, take a one-way ticket to the American West Coast from Merci, the fashion and home boutique on boulevard Beaumarchais. [Read more]
Iconic Avedon, the free photo exhibition of the famous fashion photographer at Galerie Gagosian
Galerie Gagosian honors Richard Avedon's centenary with the free retrospective exhibition "Iconic Avedon", on view until March 2, 2024. Enter the life and work of the famous photographer, known as the "icon-maker", made famous for his innovative vision and remarkable shots of fashion, culture and society. [Read more]
Suzanne Husky exhibits at Drawing Lab - our photos
Discover the captivating world of Suzanne Husky at Drawing Lab, from January 26 to April 7, 2024. The exhibition "Le temps profond des rivières", awarded the Drawing Now 2023 Prize, offers a unique adventure combining art, nature and ecological commitment. Ready to dive into its universe? [Read more]
Japanese Group Show: a free exhibition of 14 Japanese artists in Paris
14 Japanese artists are exhibiting their work in Paris this winter in a small, free collective installation to be discovered in the Marais from January 31 to February 4, 2024 only. [Read more]
Œdipe - L'abîme de l'âme exhibition at the Italian Cultural Institute
The Italian Cultural Institute invites you to discover its latest exhibition, entitled "Oedipus. The Abyss of the Soul", from February 2 to April 26, 2024. The exhibition offers a contemporary reinterpretation of the Oedipus myth through the works of fifteen artists. A fascinating journey through art and mythology! [Read more]
In the footsteps of Monsieur Eiffel, a free immersive exhibition in Levallois-Perret
Did you know that the Eiffel Tower was designed in Levallois? Discover Gustave Eiffel's history and masterpieces with the whole family at a free exhibition, from January 23 to February 17, 2024! [Read more]
Mr. exhibition at Galerie Perrotin: a journey to the heart of neo-pop manga - our photos
Galerie Perrotin, located in the Marais district, is devoting an exhibition to Japanese artist Mr., to be discovered from January 20 to March 2, 2024. An exhibition we discovered... Ready to be amazed? [Read more]
Neo-materialities: an exhibition combining art and AI at Cube Garges
Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of futuristic art with the Néo-matérialités exhibition at Le Cube Garges from January 12 to July 27, 2024. Fusing art, biotechnology and artificial intelligence, this immersive exhibition invites you to explore the new frontiers of our relationship with the environment. Featuring works by renowned artist-researchers such as Sabrina Ratté and Donatien Aubert, Néo-matérialités is a not-to-be-missed sensory adventure for fans of futuristic art and innovative technologies! [Read more]
Anselm Kiefer exhibition at White Cube: For Jean-Noël Vuarnet
White Cube, an art gallery in the 8th arrondissement, invites you to discover its latest exhibition, For Jean-Noël Vuarnet, featuring watercolors by artist Anselm Kiefer, from January 24 to March 2, 2024. This exhibition, the first devoted exclusively to Kiefer's watercolors in over 40 years, offers a fascinating plunge into the world of the artist influenced by the philosopher Jean-Noël Vuarnet. [Read more]
Paris in the 30s as seen by Boris Lipnitzki, photo exhibition extended at Galerie Roger-Viollet
Discover the Paris of the 1930s with works by photographer Boris Lipnitzki, on show at Galerie Roger-Viollet from October 12, 2023 to March 2, 2024. [Read more]
Demain est annulé: the exhibition that questions our future at the EDF Foundation - our photos
The EDF Foundation questions our societies and our consumption habits, in a free exhibition. Discover "Demain est annulé", from January 17 to September 29, 2024. [Read more]
Foreigners in the French Resistance: the free exhibition at the Shoah Memorial
The Shoah Memorial honors foreigners involved in the French Resistance, with an exhibition accessible free of charge from February 2, 2024. [Read more]
Athlètes en Jeux: a photo exhibition of Université Paris Cité's best student athletes
It's possible to be a university student and a top-level athlete! Paris Cité wanted to highlight these intellectual athletes during a photo exhibition in the heart of its premises, thanks to exciting portraits, starting January 22, 2024! [Read more]
Tracé Bleu - What to do in this place, unless you're thinking about it? Free exhibition at Centquatre Paris
Tracé Bleu - What to do in this place, unless you're thinking about it? a free architectural exhibition, is on offer at Centquatre Paris from January 27 to March 10, 2024. Produced by Architecturestudio, it invites visitors to reflect on architecture and the climate emergency. [Read more]
Iconic Portraits, the free photo exhibition at Studio Idan
Discover the work of the great photographer Arnaud Baumann, and his Iconic Portraits of French and international celebrities, in a free exhibition presented at Studio Idan from January 11 to March 11, 2024. [Read more]
Maison de la culture du Japon in Paris: two new, free exhibitions not to be missed this winter
Calling all fans of Japanese culture! This winter, the Maison de la culture du Japon in Paris is offering two new exhibitions free of charge. From February 13 to March 9, 2024, follow in the footsteps of Fukushima, then from March 12 to 30, take a surprising plunge into the discovery of illustrator Mamoru Yokota's "Mushae" project. [Read more]
"Quebec, autumn in majesty": a free exhibition at Bercy Village
Quebec autumn on display in Paris! From January 18 to April 15, 2024, Bercy Village will be exhibiting thirty photographs by National Geographic France, showcasing this beautiful Canadian province at the height of autumn. [Read more]
Free Nicolas Tarkhoff exhibition at Château du Val Fleury
Why not check out the free Nicolas Tarkhoff exhibition at the Château du Val Fleury in Gif-sur-Yvette, Essonne? From January 25 to April 7, 2024, we'll be discovering this impressionist Fauvist artist in the spotlight. And since it's free, we're taking advantage! [Read more]
Aux Beaux Carrés, Daniel Buren's free, monumental and immersive exhibition at Le Bon Marché
For its latest carte blanche, Le Bon Marché Rive Gauche welcomes Daniel Buren's free exhibition "Aux Beaux Carrés : travaux in situ". The installation, conceived in 2 acts from January 9 to February 18, 2024, then from June 29 to August 15, 2024, transcends the space of the department store to offer new luminous and colorful perspectives to visitors. [Read more]
Weaving the future, dressing the body: the free art exhibition at JAD
The Jardin des métiers d'art et du design presents a new free exhibition on textile know-how. From January 17 to April 21, 2024, discover Weaving the future, dressing the body. [Read more]
D'Artagnan and the King's Musketeers, the free exhibition at Château de Vincennes
Discover the true story of the Three Musketeers and others, through a free, fascinating exhibition at the heart of the Château de Vincennes, until February 4, 2024. [Read more]
Exhibition at Goldshteyn-Saatort Gallery: Together - The Importance of Human Connection
Galerie Goldshteyn-Saatort invites you to discover its new exhibition, Together, from December 15, 2023 to February 10, 2024. An exhibition exploring the communion of beings through international works, and offering a fresh look at solidarity and human connection. [Read more]
Affaires personnelles" exhibition by Annette Messager, Nicolas Krief and Isabelle Rey-Lefebvre at Transfo - Emmaüs
Transfo, the Emmaüs exhibition space, highlights the bagageries solidaires with a beautiful exhibition mixing Annette Messager works, Nicolas Krief photographs and a report by journalist Isabelle Rey-Lefebvrpour. A fine testimony to be seen from November 23, 2023 to February 03, 2024. [Read more]
Lignes infinies, a tribute exhibition to cartoonist Kim Jung-Gi at the Korean Cultural Center
The Korean Cultural Center pays posthumous tribute to cartoonist Kim Jung-Gi, with a free exhibition on view from November 16, 2023 to March 16, 2024. Don't miss these "Infinite Lines". [Read more]
Dylan Mooney's Blak Rainbow exhibition at the Australian Embassy
The Australian Embassy invites you to discover Blak Rainbow, the exhibition by artist Dylan Mooney, from November 16, 2023 to May 24, 2024. Immerse yourself in the unique universe of this visionary artist from the Yuwi Islands, who fuses digital art and social issues with a touch of color and commitment. An exhibition that challenges questions of identity, queer love and the representation of First Nations peoples. [Read more]
Cuisines et descendances, the free culinary exhibition at the Écomusée du Grand-Orly Seine Bièvre
The Paris region's culinary heritage is highly varied, thanks to the differences of its inhabitants. The Écomusée du Grand-Orly Seine Bièvre explores this multiculturalism through cuisine, in a free, participatory exhibition. [Read more]
Sara-Vide Ericson: "Desire of the Tail", a free exhibition at the Swedish Institute
First solo exhibition in Paris for the talented Swedish painter Sara-Vide Ericson. And it's at the Swedish Institute that the Scandinavian artist has chosen to exhibit, until February 18, 2024, some twenty figurative canvases produced especially for this beautiful free installation entitled "Desire of the Tail". [Read more]
Fantaisies Animales, the free Murano glass exhibition at the Domaine de Sceaux
Discover original Murano glass pieces, free of charge, at the Pavillon de préfiguration du musée du Grand Siècle in Sceaux, from October 13, 2023. As fragile as they are beautiful, these sculptures take the form of real-life animals! [Read more]
Entre Les Murs exhibition by Tanja Smeets and Karin van Dam at Abbaye de Maubuisson - our photos
The Entre les Murs exhibition at Abbaye de Maubuisson, from October 8, 2023 to February 25, 2024, features Dutch artists Tanja Smeets and Karin van Dam. With their immersive installations, they invite us to see the poetry hidden in everyday objects and the nature that surrounds us. [Read more]
Posy Simmonds in Paris: a plunge into illustrated literature at the BPI - Centre Pompidou
Discover the graphic and literary universe of cartoonist Posy Simmonds, on the occasion of the "Dessiner la littérature" exhibition at the BPI - Centre Pompidou from November 22, 2023 to April 1, 2024. From her early days at The Guardian to her iconic graphic novels, delve into the heart of her unique talent combining keen observation, humor and a passion for literature. [Read more]
Militant figures in popular sport, a committed exhibition at Campus Condorcet
Discover the lives and stories of sports activists who helped democratize sport in the last century, thanks to a free exhibition on display from November 2023 at the Condorcet Campus, as part of the Cultural Olympiad. [Read more]
Le temps qu'il nous faut, the exhibition that offers us a nice break at Maïf Social Club
Maïf Social Club invites us to take an artistic break from our ever-changing world, with the exhibition Le temps qu'il nous faut, on view from September 30, 2023 to February 24, 2024. [Read more]
Soldats sportifs: the photo exhibition on sport in the army at the Musée de la Grande Guerre
For almost a year, the Musée de la Grande Guerre (Great War Museum) will be showcasing sporting practices in the army, with an exceptional free photographic exhibition on the forecourt. [Read more]
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]
Please note: although these exhibitions are free of charge, some are only accessible by reservation. So don't delay: get your tickets today.
Want even more? Then take a look at our February exhibition guide, and start planning your next outing now! We wish you a lovely February in Paris, and make the most of every exhibition within your reach.
Dates and Opening Time
From February 1, 2025 to February 28, 2025
Prices
Free
