The days are stretching out, spring is approaching, temperatures are easing, some people are enjoying their winter vacations... All in all, we're in the mood to get out and enjoy the events of March 2026. And that's just as well, because there's no question of staying at home this month.
Like every year, in March 2026, the capital's museums, galleries and cultural institutions are renewing their programming, offering us new exhibitions to discover without delay. For art lovers, enthusiasts and the curious of all kinds, it's a dream month, where there's never a dull moment!
Throughout the month, new exhibitions open their doors, taking us into new worlds. Whether it's fashion, photography, painting, history, contemporary art, cinema or sculpture, museums are vying with each other to attract us and help us discover fantastic worlds. Will we have enough days to visit all these exhibitions? Only time will tell... So there's no time to lose, and we're off to the museum!
Street art in Paris: two free collective exhibitions in the 14th arrondissement this spring
This spring, the 14th arrondissement of Paris puts street art and women in the spotlight, with two free collective exhibitions. From Saturday March 1 to Thursday March 13, 2025, discover "Les violettes du Montparnasse". Then make way for the "Black Women Power" installation, on view from Friday March 21 to Wednesday April 30. [Read more]
Marcel Pagnol: a free, never-before-seen exhibition dedicated to the writer, at the 8th arrondissement town hall
From March 3 to April 1, 2025, the 8th arrondissement town hall is organizing an exhibition based on Marcel Pagnol, a celebrated 20th-century writer. [Read more]
Azzedine Alaïa / Thierry Mugler: the Azzedine Alaïa Foundation's new fashion exhibition
The Fondation Azzedine Alaïa opens its doors to a cutting-edge new fashion exhibition, "Connivences artistiques: Azzedine Alaïa, Thierry Mugler", from March 3 to June 29, 2025. Join us in the Marais district of Paris to admire this couture face-off between two masters of the silhouette, with millimetric cuts, sculptural glamour and hand-sewn friendship. [Read more]
An Englishman in Paris: the exhibition in the eye of photographer Peter Winfield, at the 17th arrondissement town hall
From March 4 to 22, 2025, the Mairie du 17e is exhibiting the work of British photographer Peter Winfield, who moved to Paris in the 1970s. [Read more]
Corps et âmes: an original exhibition at the Bourse de Commerce in Paris, our photos
For its new exhibition entitled "Corps et âmes" (Bodies and Souls), the Bourse de Commerce in Paris explores the significance of the body in contemporary thought. Works by some thirty artists, including Georg Baselitz, Michael Armitage, Duane Hanson, Niki de Saint Phalle and Arthur Jafa and Deana Lawson, can be admired at the sublime Parisian museum from March 5 to August 25, 2025. [Read more]
Marc Riboud, Vietnam 1966-1976: the photo exhibition at the Musée Guimet
The Musée Guimet commemorates 50 years since the end of the Vietnam War with a photo exhibition. Discover Vietnam through the lens of Marc Riboud, from March 5 to May 12, 2025. [Read more]
Contre Soirée au musée de la Marine: a free fashion night dedicated to sailor clothing
The Musée de la Marine is organizing a free nocturne to honor the marine wardrobe. Don't miss this festive Contre Soirée on March 6, 2025! [Read more]
Prolongations : Etienne Francey's poetic universe at Fisheye Gallery!
Sponsored - From March 6 to April 12, 2025, Fisheye Gallery welcomes Etienne Francey's exhibition "Florescence", a visual immersion in the sensory and dreamlike universe of the Swiss photographer. This free exhibition invites us to rediscover nature from a new angle, somewhere between photographic impressionism and artistic experimentation. [Read more]
Ernest & Henri Roger: free photo exhibition unveiled at Galerie Roger-Viollet
Galerie Roger-Viollet pays tribute to two artists and scientists: Ernest and Henri Roger. The two brothers are the focus of a free photo exhibition, on view from March 6 to May 31, 2025. [Read more]
La Nocturne: a special evening at the Fondation Louis Vuitton to discover all its secrets
Enjoy an unusual and playful evening at the Fondation Louis Vuitton, with the special nocturne organized on Friday, March 7, 2025. [Read more]
Harold Feinstein, The Wheel of Wonders: the exhibition on an eternal New Yorker at Maison Doisneau
Maison Doisneau pays tribute to Harold Feinstein, the American photographer who immortalized a certain face of 20th-century America. From March 7 to June 1, 2025, come and discover the exhibition La roue des merveilles. [Read more]
Behind the screen, the making of animated film: free exhibition at Le Lavoir numérique
Le Lavoir numérique reveals the secrets of animated cinema in a free exhibition on view from March 7 to August 17, 2025. [Read more]
Center Pompidou: free weekend of festivities before closing
Ahead of the Centre Pompidou's complete closure next September for major renovation work, the Parisian cultural center is organizing a free weekend of festivities from March 7 to 10, 2025, to celebrate the museum's collection. On the program? Dance, tours, a jazz concert, DJ sets, workshops and a performance. [Read more]
Women's Rights Day: guided tour and show at the Musée d'art et d'histoire Paul Eluard
To mark International Women's Rights Day, the Musée d'art et d'histoire Paul Eluard is spotlighting inspiring female figures, with a guided tour and show. [Read more]
What the horizon promises: artists explore our future at the EDF Foundation - our photos
What does the future hold? No one knows, but we can always imagine. Discover the free exhibition "What the horizon promises", on view at the EDF Foundation, from March 12 to September 28, 2025. [Read more]
Ruhlmann, Decorator: the Art Deco centenary exhibition at MAD Paris
MAD Paris celebrates the centenary of Art Deco! From March 12 to June 1, 2025, the Musée des Arts Décoratifs invites you to discover an exhibition of works by the master of the decorative arts, Jacques-Émile Ruhlmann. Through drawings, wallpapers and photographs, discover the legacy of this visionary decorator who marked his era with his famous Collector's Pavilion. [Read more]
Rococo & Co! A new exhibition at the Musée des Arts Décos
The Musée des Arts Décoratifs honors an important artist of the Rococo movement: discover Nicolas Pineau's creations from March 12 to May 18, 2025 with the Rococo & Co exhibition! [Read more]
Hygiene in the Middle Ages: the historical exhibition at the Tour Jean Sans Peur
The Tour Jean Sans Peur puts an end to preconceived ideas, with its exhibition "Hygiene in the Middle Ages", presented from March 12 to December 28, 2025. [Read more]
Aléas, practices of adaptation: the Jardin des Métiers d'art et du Design exhibition
JAD is interested in chance and the unexpected, two elements that can give rise to exceptional creations. From March 12 to August 3, 2025, don't miss the free exhibition "Aléas, pratiques de l'adaptation". [Read more]
Free contemporary art exhibitions at the Fondation Nationale des Artistes in Nogent-sur-Marne (94)
For lovers of contemporary art, the Val-de-Marne town of Nogent-sur-Marne is home to an art house like no other. We invite you to discover the Fondation Nationale des Artistes, a verdant venue for contemporary art exhibitions. [Read more]
Street Nature Forte: a free exhibition of street art around nature, our photos
This spring, the Galerie Nature Forte, located in Paris's 10th arrondissement, presents the works of some 50 urban artists around the theme of nature. Entitled "Street Nature Forte", this original, free exhibition runs from March 13 to April 5, 2025. [Read more]
L'Expo des 150, Cabaret du Chat Noir's free street-art exhibition: last days!
L'Expo des 150, a street-art exhibition organized for the temporary opening of the Cabaret du Chat Noir, runs until March 30, 2025, in the 9th arrondissement of Paris. The event brings together some 350 contemporary artists in an 8,000 m2 former telephone exchange. The exhibition takes over the first two floors, covering 3,000 m2. And best of all, it's free with registration! [Read more]
Alfred Dreyfus. Truth and justice: the educational exhibition at the Musée d'art et d'Histoire du Judaïsme
The Musée d'art et d'Histoire du Judaïsme revisits the Dreyfus affair, with an educational and historical exhibition on view from March 13 to August 31, 2025. [Read more]
Les Journées de l'Histoire: three days of free activities at the Arab World Institute
For three days, historians, writers and artists will explore the figures of "Heroines and Heroes of the Arab World" through round tables, screenings and performances, during the Journées de l'Histoire, from March 14 to 16, 2025, at the Institut du monde arabe. [Read more]
Free "Au fil de l'or" evening at the Musée du Quai Branly in Paris, the program
"Soirée au fil de l'or" is the name of the new free nocturnal event at the Musée du Quai Branly in Paris. Join us on Friday, March 14, 2025 from 8pm for a festive exploration of gold and textile design! On the program? A dance performance, a mini-concert and a DJ set, not to mention tours of the exhibition! [Read more]
Albert Benois exhibition at the Russian Orthodox Spiritual and Cultural Center
Sponsored - First retrospective exhibition by architect and painter Albert Benois from March 14 to May 4, 2025 at the Russian Orthodox Spiritual and Cultural Center. [Read more]
Muriel Pénicaud unveils L'Envolée at Galerie Amarrage: an unprecedented photographic immersion in Saint-Ouen
Sponsored - Art and photography lovers take note: from March 15 to 30, 2025, the Galerie Amarrage in Saint-Ouen will be hosting L'Envolée, an exceptional exhibition by Muriel Pénicaud. The artist unveils an unprecedented selection of photographs, some exhibited for the very first time. An invitation to travel, to contemplate and to experience, free of charge, at 88, rue des Rosiers, every day from 11am to 7pm. Free admission [Read more]
Miss.Tic exhibition: the works of the street artist take over the Maison Elsa-Triolet Aragon (78)
Almost three years after her death, the artist Miss.Tic is honored in a dedicated exhibition at the heart of the Maison Elsa-Triolet Aragon in the Yvelines. From March 15 to May 18 2025, this is your chance to discover the world of this iconic street-art personality. [Read more]
Le Monde des Dinosaures, the exhibition that takes us back in time at Dammarie les Lys (77)
What if Jurrassic Park became a reality? On March 15 and 16, 2025, come and meet these larger-than-life giants at the Espace Pierre Bachelet in Dammarie-les-Lys. [Read more]
Andrea Appiani, Napoleon's first painter in Italy: the exhibition at the Château de Bois-Préau
The Châteaux de Malmaison and Bois-Préau present "Andrea Appiani, Napoleon's first painter in Italy", an exhibition of paintings on view from March 16 to July 28, 2025. [Read more]
Pixels Botaniques: Miguel Chevalier's digital exhibition at the Musée de la Seine-et-Marne
A digital exhibition echoing that of the Grand Palais Immersif... The Musée départemental de la Seine-et-Marne in Saint-Cyr-sur-Morin hosts Pixels Botaniques, an exhibition by Miguel Chevalier combining digital art and reflection on artificial nature, from March 16 to November 30, 2025. [Read more]
Musée Albarelle, an unusual museum dedicated to the world of pharmacy, Orsay (91)
Near Orsay, the Musée Albarelle presents its rich collections devoted to the history of medicine and the science of pharmacy. [Read more]
L'art est dans la rue at the Musée d'Orsay, the exhibition on the golden age of posters in Paris - photos
The Musée d'Orsay presents the exhibition "L'art est dans la rue", from March 18 to July 6, 2025, dedicated to the spectacular rise of the illustrated poster in Paris during the second half of the XIXᵉ century. This unprecedented retrospective brings together around 230 works, offering an immersion into the visual world of the city at this pivotal period. Discover poster masters ranging from Bonnard and Toulouse-Lautrec to Mucha and Grasset. [Read more]
Daniel Cordier: war, art, history: the Musée de la Libération's tribute exhibition
He was a member of the Resistance, an art dealer and a historian: discover the exceptional career of Daniel Cordier, in an exhibition presented by the Musée de la Libération from March 19 to July 13, 2025. [Read more]
Experiencing nature: the Louvre Museum recounts the meeting of art and science in Prague
The court of Emperor Rudolf II in Prague attracted many scientists and artists. The Musée du Louvre revisits this fertile period with the exhibition The Experience of Nature, on view from March 19 to June 30, 2025. [Read more]
All Léger! Fernand Léger well surrounded at the Musée du Luxembourg - our photos
Fernand Léger from every angle... But above all through his successors and inspirations! From March 19 to July 20, 2025, the Musée du Luxembourg presents the exhibition Tous Léger! highlighting the works of major figures of New Realism and their dialogue with the American art scene. A rich itinerary of nearly 100 works awaits you for the occasion. We went along for the ride. [Read more]
Paris noir: an exhibition spotlighting black artists in France at the Centre Pompidou
The Centre Pompidou pays tribute to black artists from the 1950s to 2000, with the exhibition "Paris noir", on view from March 19 to June 30, 2025. [Read more]
Artemisia, heroine of art: our photos of the "Caravaggesque" exhibition at the Musée Jacquemart-André
A plunge into the work of one of the most internationally renowned women painters of her time... The Musée Jacquemart-André invites us to (re)discover the works of the celebrated painter Artemisia Gentileschi, through a retrospective exhibition presented from March 19 to August 3, 2025. From her beginnings with her father to her Caravaggesque inspirations, a look back at the life of a painter of unrivalled originality, both in terms of her career and her identity. [Read more]
Wes Anderson: our photos from the event exhibition at the Cinémathèque
He's one of the most popular directors of recent years... Wes Anderson, the filmmaker behind The Grand Budapest Hotel, The French Dispatch and Moonrise Kingdom, has been given a retrospective at the Cinémathèque française, running from March 19 to July 27, 2025. We were at the press preview, and tell you all about it! [Read more]
Poesia Graciae: Marie Kovacs' exhibition at Galerie Rachel Hardouin
For lovers of drawings and poetry... Galerie Rachel Hardouin welcomes Poesia Graciae, an exhibition by Marie Kovacs combining illustration, poetry, dance and music, from March 20 to 23, 2025, as part of the Printemps des Poètes festival. [Read more]
La Vie est belle: Toqué Frères' joyful and colorful exhibition at Fluctuart, our photos
This spring, Fluctuart invites Les Toqué Frères to its barge! Join us from March 20 to June 1, 2025 to discover "La Vie est Belle", a free exhibition unveiling the colorful, joyful and funny universe of this fraternal duo of artists. [Read more]
FEMMES: Pharrell Williams' free group show at Galerie Perrotin
Pharrell Williams takes over Galerie Perrotin with "Femmes", a free group exhibition from March 20 to April 19, 2025. Head for the Haut Marais to discover the works of 40 artists of African origin, paying tribute to black women. [Read more]
Printemps du Dessin 2025: meet the artists from March to June in Paris and the Ile-de-France region
Join the big drawing party this spring, from March to June 2025, and discover the many artists in the Paris region, through exhibitions, meetings and workshops! [Read more]
Berserk & Pyrrhia - Contemporary art and medieval art: the Frac Île-de-France exhibition
Medieval and contemporary art come together in a groundbreaking exhibition, presented at Le Plateau and Les Réserves du Frac Île-de-France, from March 21 to July 20, 2025. [Read more]
Maximilien Luce: our photos from the landscape exhibition at the Musée de Montmartre
A fine production between pointillism and neo-impressionism... The Musée de Montmartre invites you to discover an exhibition of works by the artist Maximilien Luce, entitled "Maximilien Luce, l'instinct du paysage", from March 21 to September 14, 2025. This retrospective, the first in Paris since 1983, showcases the landscape works of this neo-impressionist painter, ranging from urban scenes to luminous countryside. [Read more]
Tolkien en tapisserie: a free, original exhibition at the Collège des Bernardins
Attention craft lovers and fans of the Tolkien universe: in Paris, the Collège des Bernardins is hosting a free exhibition of tapestries inspired by the universe imagined by the father of Fantasy. Join us from March 21 to May 18, 2025 to discover "Aubusson Tisse Tolkien". [Read more]
Expo4Art: the date of the next edition of this free art fair at the Halle des Blancs Manteaux
Expo4Art is back for four editions, to be experienced in 2025, at the Halle des Blancs Manteaux. It's the ideal event for discovering new talent in the art world. Don't hesitate: it's free! [Read more]
Printemps de la Sculpture 2025: entertainment at La Seine musicale
In March 2025, head for the Seine musicale to enjoy the free events organized for the new edition of Printemps de la Sculpture. [Read more]
Snoopy style: an unusual free fashion exhibition in the Marais, last few days
Snoopy and the Peanuts family are celebrating their 75th anniversary. To mark the occasion, discover these style icons in an exhibition that's as cute as it is chic, at the Hôtel du Grand Veneur in Paris's Marais district. Please note that the exhibition closes this Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 6pm. [Read more]
David Bowie, Mr Jones' Long Hair: the new exhibition at Galerie MR8 in Paris, our photos
David Bowie is in the spotlight this spring in Paris! From Saturday March 22 to Sunday June 22, 2025, Galerie MR8 opens its doors to the groundbreaking exhibition "David Bowie, Mr Jones' Long Hair", featuring over 70 photographs with commentary. [Read more]
Printemps de la Sculpture 2025: the program for this new edition in Hauts-de-Seine
Printemps de la Sculpture is back for its 7th edition, from March 22 to 30, 2025. Discover the artistic and public events awaiting you in the Hauts-de-Seine. [Read more]
Printemps de la Sculpture 2025: workshop and bike ride at the Musée d'Art et d'Histoire de Meudon
The Musée d'Art et d'Histoire de Meudon offers a range of family activities on March 22 and 30, 2025, to mark the new edition of Printemps de la Sculpture. [Read more]
Printemps de la Sculpture 2025: an artistic family weekend at the Hangar Y
Hangar Y is organizing a free, family-friendly weekend of events on March 22 and 23, 2025, to mark the new edition of Printemps de la Sculpture. [Read more]
Printemps de la Sculpture 2025: bike rides in Paris La Défense
La Défense is taking part in the 2025 edition of Printemps de la Sculpture, with a sports and artistic program to be discovered on March 22, 23, 29 and 30. [Read more]
Printemps de la Sculpture 2025: free tours of the Tour aux figures by Jean Dubuffet
Take advantage of Printemps de la Sculpture to discover all the secrets of the curious Tour aux figures, installed in the park on Ile Saint-Germain. A free event on March 22, 23, 29 and 30, 2025. [Read more]
Magasins Généraux: Valentine Gardiennet's free, zany, offbeat exhibition in Pantin (93)
The Magasins Généraux in Pantin (93) are opening their doors to Valentine Gardiennet for a free exhibition from March 22 to May 18, 2025. With "It Takes a Village", the artist transforms the space into a fantasy village, oscillating between dream and weirdness, for a unique immersion experience. [Read more]
Printemps de la Sculpture 2025: a family trail at the Domaine de Saint-Cloud
Take part in a fun family activity at the Domaine national de Saint-Cloud, thanks to Printemps de la Sculpture. A special event awaits you on March 22, 2025. [Read more]
Printemps de la Sculpture 2025: the Orangerie at Château de Sceaux opens to the public
For the new edition of Printemps de la Sculpture, the Château de Sceaux opens the doors of its Orangerie on March 22, 23, 29 and 30, 2025. [Read more]
A free exhibition of sports memorabilia from champions in Paris - last day
Bonhams Cornette de Saint Cyr puts sports on show! From March 24 to 26, 2025, visit the 8th arrondissement for a free exhibition featuring 55 legendary pieces, from Messi to Jordan to Djokovic. [Read more]
Convoquer les Chimères: our photos of the exhibition combining contemporary and medieval art at the Musée de Cluny
From March 25 to July 20, 2025, the Musée de Cluny in Paris will be hosting "Convoquer les Chimères", an exhibition featuring a dialogue between medieval works and contemporary creations. The works are scattered throughout the permanent collections. [Read more]
Christian Krohg: the Musée d'Orsay dedicates an exhibition to the Norwegian painter, our photos
The Musée d'Orsay in Paris honors the works of Christian Krohg. From March 25 to July 27, 2025, the famous Parisian museum is devoting a retrospective to this Norwegian painter, virtually unknown in France, with the exhibition "Christian Krohg. The People of the North". An opportunity to learn more about this Scandinavian artist, particularly gifted at capturing everyday life with realism. [Read more]
Irina Ionesco exhibition at the Rachel Hardouin and La Lison galleries - our photos
From March 25 to May 6, 2025, the Rachel Hardouin and La Lison galleries will be hosting an exhibition dedicated to Irina Ionesco, featuring a selection of photographs and vintage prints never before seen in France. A double artistic event not to be missed. [Read more]
It's not the size that counts III: a free street art exhibition in Paris, our photos
Another third edition of "C'est pas la taille qui compte"! Once again orchestrated by Urban Signature, this exhibition brings together small-format works by some twenty artists, including Jérôme Mesnager, Le CyKlop, Ardif and Matt_tieu. The event takes place in a small gallery in central Paris, from Wednesday March 26 to Sunday March 30, 2025. [Read more]
Music and the Republic: the free exhibition unveiled at the National Archives
The French National Archives present an original sound exhibition, revealing the links between music and the evolution of the Republic. On view free of charge from March 26 to July 14, 2025. [Read more]
Paris Print Fair 2025: the print art fair at the Réfectoire du Couvent des Cordeliers
The Paris Print Fair is back for another edition, from March 27 to 30, 2025. See you at the Réfectoire du Couvent des Cordeliers. [Read more]
La fabrique du temps: the exhibition between history and art unveiled at the Musée de la Poste
The Musée de la Poste explores our relationship with time in an original, contemporary exhibition on view from March 26 to November 3, 2025. [Read more]
Des Chimères: the mystical exhibition at the Musée Gustave Moreau, our photos
Artist Margaux Laurens-Neel explores Gustave Moreau's unfinished work, offering her own version of Chimères. On view from March 27 to July 7, 2025 at the Musée Gustave Moreau. [Read more]
Bubble Planet: the immersive experience in the realm of bubbles finally bursts in Paris
Oooh the beautiful bu-bubbles ... Bubble Planet, the immersive experience that has already conquered Milan, Los Angeles and Brussels, is finally coming to Paris! From March 27, 2025, head for La Villette in the 19th arrondissement, to plunge into a fantastic spherical realm, and travel to the heart of the bubbles through ten themed rooms, governed by the latest technologies in virtual reality, simulation and optical illusions. [Read more]
Barbro Östlihn: free exhibition dedicated to the Scandinavian painter at the Swedish Institute, our photos
For its new exhibition, the Swedish Institute is showcasing several works by talented painter Barbro Östlihn. An installation to be discovered free of charge from March 28 to July 20, 2025. [Read more]
Rêves de Japon: de l'estampe aux mangas, the new exhibition in Rueil-Malmaison, our photos
Lovers of Japanese art have a date in the Hauts-de-Seine! From March 28 to July 6, 2025, the Atelier Grognard in Rueil-Malmaison opens its doors to the exhibition "Rêves de Japon: de l'estampe aux mangas". This is an opportunity to discover over 300 works, including a fine series of original prints by the masters Hokusai, Hiroshige and Utamaro, as well as period objects and original anime drawings! [Read more]
Shades of Blue: the exhibition about shades of blue at Frigos de Paris!
Sponsored - L'AIGUILLAGE invites you to a group exhibition that brings together visual artists of all disciplines, mediums and techniques, to express a few shades of Blue... Free admission Tuesday to Saturday, 1pm to 7pm, from March 28 to April 31, 2025. Opening on March 28 from 7pm. [Read more]
Free exhibition of Johnny Depp's works in a Parisian cabinet of curiosities
Actor-director-painter-singer Johnny Depp invites himself to Deyrolle, the legendary Parisian cabinet of curiosities, for a free exhibition starting March 28, 2025. [Read more]
Works by Osvaldo González and Zhanna Kadyrova at Galleria Continua, our photos
From March 28 to May 28, 2025, Galleria Continua presents two new contemporary artists. On the one hand, discover the surprising compositions of Cuban visual artist Osvaldo González, created from superimposed adhesive tapes. On the other, the committed works of Ukrainian artist Zhanna Kadyrova. [Read more]
LEGO exhibition at Château de Breteuil (78): an artistic and fun family outing
On Saturday March 29 and Sunday March 30, 2025, the Château de Breteuil is stepping out of its traditional fairy-tale tradition to present an ephemeral LEGO exhibition for young and old alike. [Read more]
Which exhibition have you chosen for your next outing? Don't forget to come back to this page to find out what's new in the next few days. Enjoy your visit!
March 2026 exhibitions in Paris and the Ile-de-France region: this month's program!
Want to know what exhibitions you can't miss in Paris and the Paris Region in March 2026? You've come to the right place: exhibitions, events, installations, here you'll find the entire cultural program for the month. Follow the guide to discover the must-see outings in museums, art galleries, châteaux and other surprising places. [Read more]
Dates and Opening Time
From March 1, 2025 to March 31, 2028
March 2026 exhibitions in Paris and the Ile-de-France region: this month's program!
