In March, we celebrate the arrival of spring! And what better way to do so than withfree exhibitions in Paris and the Ile-de-France region? All right, there's no connection between the two. But after all, you don't need an excuse to take advantage of these free cultural outings.
So let's take advantage of them without moderation: let's go out, let's go out! Dozens of exhibitions await you: from street art and fashion to Lego, photography, sculpture and painting, there's always something worth seeing.
An exhibition is like a good chocolate, a good wine or Chanel's little black dress: it goes down well with any occasion. Is it raining, cold or windy? Let's take refuge in a museum or gallery! Is the sun shining and the birds singing? There's always a great outdoor exhibition, or a street-art trail in the streets...
Galleries, museums and installations: the exhibitions on offer at the moment are all different, rich and varied. There's just one thing they all have in common: they're all free! No need to take out your wallet to enjoy a great outing in Paris or the Paris region!
Popular Paris in the 70s: the Roger-Viollet gallery photo exhibition - last days!
Galerie Roger-Viollet takes us back to the working-class Paris of the 70s, with a free photo exhibition on view from March 7 to June 8, 2024. [Read more]
Following the waves: the art of Lars Fredrikson, Anastasia Ax and Christine Ödlund at the Swedish Institute
The Swedish Institute presents an exhibition and events featuring images, installations and sculptures by Lars Fredrikson, Anastasia Ax and Christine Ödlund. Poetry, readings, a concert, animated objects, movement... Experience the Suivre les ondes season, from March 8 to June 16, 2024! [Read more]
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]
Olympic Games, mirror of society: free exhibition at the Shoah Memorial - our photos
The Paris 2024 Olympic Games are just around the corner, and many museums are creating exhibitions on the subject, depending on their theme! The Paris branch of the Shoah Memorial is evoking the values and prejudices around sport, in a free exhibition, from March 29, 2024. [Read more]
Faisons corps: the free exhibition exploring intimacy at the Maif Social Club unveiled
The Maif Social Club is organizing a group exhibition on the body, intimacy and identity. From March 30, 2024 to January 4, 2025, visit Faisons corps free of charge. [Read more]
Figure Libre. Stéphane Ashpool: the designer's free fashion & sports exhibition at Galerie du 19M
Galerie du 19M reveals the new era of sports fashion with the free exhibition: "Figure Libre. Stéphane Ashpool". From March 27 to June 16, 2024, the designer unveils his couture-streetwear universe in a dialogue of fashion, music, photos and video, at the heart of the Manufacture de Mode Chanel art gallery. [Read more]
Martine, the literary icon of our childhood, arrives in Paris for a free exhibition.
To celebrate her 70th birthday, Martine is honored with a free exhibition, from March 20 to May 9, 2024, at Galerie Gallimard. The beloved icon of our childhood is revealed here through a collection of original plates illustrating her adventures. These drawings, rooted in our collective history, have already captivated millions of young readers around the world. [Read more]
Liminal Objects: the new free fashion exhibition at Bicolore, Maison du Danemark in Paris
Le Bicolore, the contemporary art platform of the Maison du Danemark, is set to host a free fashion exhibition that shakes up codes while celebrating recycling, upcycling and artisanal manufacturing. From March 22 to May 19, 2024, head to the institution, located in the heart of the Champs-Élysées, to discover the works of eight designers from Nordic countries who are redefining the fashion landscape. [Read more]
Sax: the street artist presents "À travers l'océan", a free exhibition in Paris, our photos
Urban Signature unveils its new free exhibition in Paris, this time dedicated to Henry Blache, aka Sax. Come and discover the incredible works of this famous and talented street artist at a free solo exhibition entitled "Across the Ocean". It's not to be missed for 5 days only, from Wednesday March 20 to Sunday March 24, 2024 in a gallery in the capital's 3rd arrondissement. [Read more]
Free exhibition and sale in aid of the Institut Curie at Les Pianos in Montreuil
This weekend, discover an exhibition and sale of watercolors, pastels, charcoals and sculptures, original works and art prints in aid of the Institut Curie at "Les Pianos": a Bar-Restaurant-Jazz in Montreuil! [Read more]
A committed exhibition, "Liberté, Egalité, Fraternité", at Transfo - Emmaüs Solidarité
70 years after Abbé Pierre founded Emmaüs, Transfo, the cultural center housed in an emergency shelter in Paris's 10 th arrondissement, is dedicating its new exhibition to social struggles and the songs that support them. Popular anthems, avant-garde, B-sides, parody covers, melodic electro... come and listen to this protest playlist that crosses borders, struggles and styles, from March 15 to May 18, 2024! [Read more]
Cyber Surrealism: our photos from the exhibition at the Goldshteyn-Saatort gallery
When surrealism and contemporary art meet... The result is the "Cyber Surrealism" exhibition at Galerie Goldshteyn-Saatort, on view from March 14 to April 24, 2024. An exhibition featuring a number of international artists, including Fin Dac, Sandra Chevrier and Insane51, exploring the convergence of contemporary urban art and technology. [Read more]
Museaux, the free exhibition that summons you and your dog to the Galerie Bessaud, Paris
Would you like to take your dog to an exhibition? Then head for Galerie Bessaud, which is currently hosting the offbeat exhibition "Museaux" - and your four-legged friends - until April 13, 2024. And, surprise ... On Saturday March 16, there'll even be an invasion of dachshunds from the "Paris Sausage Walk", who've come to take their turn at cultivation. Definitely a show with a kick! [Read more]
Mushae at Japan's House of Culture: an exhibition of 100 drawings in support of Fukushima
This spring, the Maison de la culture du Japon opens its doors to the solidarity project of Mamoru Yokota, famous illustrator and animator of manga and video games. Entitled "Mushae à Paris", this free exhibition unveils 100 drawings in support of Fukushima and featuring the samurai theme. On view from March 12 to April 6, 2024. [Read more]
Rendez-vous, Sonia Sieff's male nude exhibition at Galerie Baudoin Lebon
Galerie Baudoin Lebon invites you to discover its new exhibition, Rendez-vous! featuring Sonia Sieff's photographs, from March 8 to 30, 2024. An unprecedented plunge into the male nude, as seen through the photographer's discerning lens. Opening March 8, 6-9pm. [Read more]
Contemporary Korean prints: a free exhibition of graphic arts at the Musée Cernuschi
From March 19 to June 9, 2024, the Salle Peinture at the Musée Cernuschi in Paris is exhibiting a small selection of contemporary works from its collection of Korean prints. An opportunity to learn more about this graphic art. [Read more]
Aux urnes, citoyennes! a free exhibition on women's rights at the National Assembly
To mark International Women's Rights Day, the French National Assembly is opening its doors to a free exhibition on French women's right to vote, from March 8 to 26, 2024! [Read more]
Following the waves: a free contemporary art exhibition at the Swedish Institute, our photos
Contemporary art invites itself to the Swedish Institute this spring. Visit the famous Scandinavian cultural center in Paris from March 8 to June 16, 2024 to discover the installation "Suivre les ondes" ("Following the waves"). Free of charge, this exhibition features a selection of works by Lars Fredrikson in resonance with those by artists Anastasia Ax and Christine Ödlund. [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]
1974 - Simone Veil's speech: a free exhibition at the National Archives
The National Archives are organizing an exhibition based on Simone Veil's speech on the abortion law. This free exhibition runs from March 8 to September 2, 2024. [Read more]
Reflections of Japan at the turning point of modernity: the exhibition of Japanese prints at the Musée Cernuschi
Japanese prints from the Jean and Yvonne Tavernier collection are on show at the Musée Cernuschi in Paris for the installation "Reflets du Japon au tournant de la modernité". On view free of charge from March 26 to June 9, 2024. [Read more]
Pop Factory, Jo Di Bona's free exhibition at Cormeilles-en-Parisis
Looking for a good deal? Street artist Jo Di Bona is unveiling a free exhibition from March 1 to April 6, 2024. Let's head for Cormeilles-en-Parisis for this accessible discovery. [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]
All aboard: free sculpture exhibition at the Josephine Baker pool
The Joséphine Baker swimming pool hosts a new exhibition of sculptures by François Pernette. During the month of March, come aboard the barge to admire some thirty of his creations, free of charge. [Read more]
Queer art exhibition "Munnezza: iel, queer and Love" returns to Montreuil
The Munnezza exhibition questions human fragility and marginalization by exposing the singular beauty of LGBTQIA+ people. Following on from the Paris edition, this new installation will showcase the work of six artists, including two Montreuillois, all committed to the queer art awareness movement. On view from March 9 to 30, 2024. [Read more]
100% L'EXPO 2024: dates and programme of the free contemporary exhibition at La Villette
100% L'EXPO is a free, not-to-be-missed art festival to be seen from March 27 to April 28, 2024, at the Grande Halle de La Villette. The exhibition brings together a host of young artists just out of school, for an unprecedented discovery of the art of tomorrow. [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]
A photo exhibition and sale on breaking, at the Tribe Paris La Défense hotel
Would you like to acquire a previously unpublished sports photo? From March 5 to May 5, 2024, the Tribe Hotel in La Défénse is hosting an exhibition-sale, in partnership with L'Equipe, with free access, but where you can also take a snapshot home! [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]
Police and sport: esprit de corps, culture du corps: the Préfecture de Police museum exhibition
From March 7 to September 22, 2024, the Musée de la Préfecture de Police presents "Police et sport: esprit de corps, culture du corps", a free exhibition focusing on sporting practices. [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]
A free fashion exhibition at a unique art gallery in Paris
Fashion designer Jérôme Blin unveils his creations at 59 Rivoli in Paris, from March 4 to 18, 2024. Five pieces worn during a fashion show on the Île Saint-Louis will be presented at the heart of a free fashion exhibition, including a hologram of Marguerite de Provence, Queen of France. [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]
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]
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]
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]
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]
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]
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]
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]
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]
So, friends, where do we start? Don't hesitate: these exhibitions are to be enjoyed without moderation!
Dates and Opening Time
From March 1, 2024 to March 31, 2024
Prices
Free
