Painting, sculpture, video, installation... In May, admire what you like! The museums, art galleries, monuments and châteaux of Paris and the Île-de-France region are unveiling a host of beautiful exhibitions for you to enjoy without moderation.
What a pleasure to be able to take part in all these cultural outings, in the beautiful Paris sunshine (the editorial team is not responsible for bad weather), in the beautiful museums and art galleries of the capital and Île-de-France! And since May is often a time of long weekends and public holidays, we've got all the time in the world to visit these exhibitions!
Now all you have to do is choose your next cultural outing from our selection below. So, where do we start?
AURA INVALIDES, the must-see sound and light show in Paris
Looking for a unique nocturnal experience in Paris? Ready to be amazed and embark on a timeless journey to a legendary heritage site? Come and discover AURA INVALIDES, a sound and light show at the iconic Dôme des Invalides as night falls. A magical moment in the heart of the Dome, sure to delight young and old alike. [Read more]
Baghdad with Assassin's Creed Mirage: the successful exhibition extended at the Institut du Monde Arabe
When video games allow us to explore the past... The Institut du Monde Arabe and Ubisoft join forces for an exceptional exhibition: February 28 to January 12, 2025, discover Baghdad: rediscover Madinat al-Salam, with Assassin's Creed Mirage. [Read more]
Arabofuturs: the exhibition of science fiction and predictions is extended at the IMA
Artists from the Arab world imagine the worlds of tomorrow, in an exhibition between science fiction and dreams. Discover Arabofuturs at the Institut du Monde Arabe from April 23 to January 12, 2025. [Read more]
"Paris!" the free immersive exhibition at Hôtel de Ville, new slots available
Discover the many facets of Paris at an exceptional exhibition at the Hôtel de Ville? Until October 19, 2024, we're off to discover the Paris City Hall event exhibition named: "Paris!" the capital presents itself to the world! New slots are available, so it's time to (re)discover Paris, its wealth, its culture, its events, its tragedies and everything that makes it who it is. [Read more]
LEGO: The Art of the Brick, the exhibition returns to Montparnasse - final days
LEGO fans, children at heart, discover Nathan Sawaya's exhibition, The Art of the Brick, which returns to Paris, in Montparnasse to be precise, in the former Galeries Lafayette! More than 100 brick sculptures by Nathan Sawaya await you from December 20, 2023 to August 11, 2024. [Read more]
"Composition for an Ensemble, or The Spirit of the Games", Clive Holden's free exhibition at the Canadian Cultural Centre
From May 17 to September 8, 2024, the Canadian Cultural Centre presents “Composition for an Ensemble, or The Spirit of The Games”, an exhibition by Canadian filmmaker and digital artist, Clive Holden. [Read more]
Street art: L'équipée returns with a second edition, our photos
Street art takes over a new Paris venue! For one weekend only, this Saturday May 25 and Sunday May 26, 2024, several urban artists are taking over two Parisian bars to unveil their on-site frescoes to the general public. We tell you more about "L'équipée 2", a free street art event not to be missed on the last weekend of May! [Read more]
Paradox Museum Paris, a crazy journey of optical illusions
Paradox Museum, 90 experiences of trompe l'oeil, optical illusions and sensory upheaval await you in Paris. You'll love being fooled and capturing surrealist images. Would you like to try it out? [Read more]
Artificial Dreams, the nocturnal exhibition where Art meets AI at the Grand Palais Immersif in Paris
AI and art intermingle at the Grand Palais Immersif in Paris with Artificial Dreams, an exhibition-performance featuring works assisted by artificial intelligence that awaits us from May 16 to June 8, 2024. [Read more]
Insert coin: the Monnaie de Paris's playful arcade exhibition
With a coin in hand, plunge into the colorful world of arcades, with the Insert Coin exhibition, presented at the Monnaie de Paris from March 1 to July 7, 2024. [Read more]
Rayon jouets: the playful exhibition for children of yesterday and today unveiled at Hangar Y
Hangar Y takes us into the world of toys, with an ultra-playful exhibition to discover from May 18 to September 22, 2024. [Read more]
Artificial Dreams: the new performance exhibition at the Grand Palais Immersif
From May 16 to June 8, 2024, attend Artificial Dreams evenings: an immersive exhibition that plunges viewers into an alternative world designed by artists, assisted by Artificial Intelligence and Algorithms on Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings, from 7:30pm to 11pm at the Grand Palais Immersif. [Read more]
The Next Renaissance - A Taste of the Invisible: the exhibition at the Goethe-Institut
The Goethe-Institut de Paris invites you to discover its new free exhibition, entitled The Next Renaissance - A Taste of the Invisible, from May 13 to August 27, 2024. Explore how art, technology and science come together to transform our perception of the world. An exhibition that promises an immersion in avant-garde works, redefining the boundaries between artistic and scientific disciplines. Opening May 13, 7pm. [Read more]
Sentience exhibition, listening to the scent of color at Abbaye de Maubuisson
Discover the "Sentience, écouter le parfum de la couleur" exhibition at Abbaye de Maubuisson, a unique event combining contemporary art and historical tradition. From April 10 to September 1, 2024, immerse yourself in a synesthetic journey that engages all your senses, in partnership with the Musée d'archéologie du Val d'Oise and the Musée François Tillequin. An immersive experience that will awaken your perception and enrich your understanding of cultures through perfume and incense. [Read more]
La Trêve, the exceptional exhibition at the Basilique Saint-Denis dedicated to Jeux Antiques
La Trêve is the name of the exhibition-installation awaiting us at the Cathedral Basilica of Saint-Denis from April 5 to September 15, 2024, offering a unique journey through inhabited portraits, photographic frescoes and costumes loosely inspired by the ancient Olympic Games. We take you on a journey of discovery... [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]
Tutankhamun, the 3000 m² Pharaonic immersive experience is extended in Paris
Tutankhamun, the pharaonic immersive experience, is on show at Galeries Montparnasse until September 1, 2024. We're off to experience a unique adventure, a playful adventure game and a 3,000 m² exhibition in Paris, designed by the team behind the Ramses and Tutankhamun exhibitions at La Villette. [Read more]
Mexica, gifts and gods at Templo Major: the Musée du Quai Branly exhibition unveiled
Discover the mighty Mexica empire and its mysterious culture, revealed in a new exhibition at the Musée du Quai Branly, from April 3 to October 6, 2024. [Read more]
When the city takes to the Games: nomadic fan zones on show at the Cité de l'architecture
To mark the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, the Mini Maousse microarchitecture competition asked students to design nomadic fan zones, to be discovered at an exhibition at the Cité de l'architecture, from March 20, 2024. [Read more]
Le monde comme il va: the contemporary art exhibition at the Bourse de Commerce, our photos
The Bourse de Commerce unveils a monumental exhibition, a true love letter to contemporary art, with "Le monde comme il va", to be discovered from March 20 to September 2, 2024. [Read more]
Art Singulier at Halle Saint Pierre: our photos of the L'Esprit Singulier exhibition in Paris
La Halle Saint Pierre invites you to discover its latest exhibition, entitled L'Esprit Singulier, from March 12 to August 14, 2024. Explore the prestigious Treger Saint Silvestre Collection, a jewel of art brut and singulier, through the works of 86 artists. [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]
Invader Space Station: the not-to-be-missed XXL street art exhibition unveiled
Embark on an extraordinary journey to the stars... Or almost! Street-artist Invader invites us to his space station, an original street-art exhibition to be discovered from February 17 to May 5, 2024 in a Parisian building. [Read more]
En amour, the immersive, interactive installation at the Philharmonie de Paris
Take part in a unique, interactive and immersive experience, with the installation En amour, presented at the Philharmonie de Paris from February 9 to August 25, 2024. [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]
In the Seine: an exhibition at the Crypte archéologique reveals the objects found in the Seine
The Archeological Crypt presents an exhibition that's as curious as it is entertaining, revealing objects found in the Seine, from prehistory to the present day. Visit this unique exhibition from January 31, 2024, until the end of the year. [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]
LV Dream by Louis Vuitton: free exhibition, boutique, café and chocolate shop
The famous Maison Louis Vuitton opens LV DREAM, a free exhibition and gift store that also features a café and a chocolate shop in collaboration with Chef Pâtissier Maxime Frédéric of Cheval Blanc Paris. While the exhibition is by reservation only, the boutique and café are open to the public. [Read more]
Tamara Kostianovsky exhibition at the Musée de la Chasse et de la Nature
Discover Tamara Kostianovsky's first major retrospective in France at the Musée de la Chasse et de la Nature in Paris from April 23 to September 22, 2024. This immersive exhibition reveals the artist's singular creations, in which memory, violence and the symbiosis between man and nature come together in unique sculptural works. Immerse yourself in a universe where artistic upcycling comes to life, inviting us to reflect on our relationship with the world and with existence! [Read more]
Notre-Dame de Paris at the Cité de l'architecture: our photos of the monumental exhibition
The Cité de l'architecture et du patrimoine and the Etablissement public chargé de la conservation et de la restauration de la cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris, the contracting authority for the restoration project, invite you to discover the exhibition Notre-Dame de Paris - Des bâtisseurs aux restaurateurs. On view from February 15, 2023 to June 2, 2024, this exhibition looks back at the history of the cathedral's construction, the current worksite with its constraints and fantastic discoveries, and presents the restored works and sculptures that will join the cathedral for its opening in 2024. [Read more]
The Dior Gallery: a sublime exhibition at the couture house's historic address
The Galerie Dior is the must-see spot for fashion lovers in Paris! Located in the historic mansion at 30 Montaigne, it invites visitors to plunge into the heart of the fabulous universe of the House of Christian Dior. Between heritage(s) and reinvention, discover the new exhibition route of this cultural showcase, through a succession of immersive scenographies brought together in this veritable little museum. [Read more]
Seth se la joue, the playful street-art exhibition is extended at the Musée en Herbe - our photos
From June 8, 2023 to May 12, 2024, we're continuing (and ending) the year in style at the Musée en Herbe, a cultural venue on a child's scale, designed especially for the little ones: in fact, it's Parisian street artist Seth who has made the museum his brand-new playground with a brand-new exhibition dedicated to him, Seth se la joue. [Read more]
Myriam Mihindou: an immersive sound installation at the Musée du Quai Branly
Myriam Mihindou has been invited to take over the Marc Ladreit de Lacharrière gallery at the Musée du Quai Branly - Jacques Chirac from February 6 to November 10, 2024. For the occasion, the Franco-Gabonese contemporary artist unveils an immersive sound work, conceived in resonance with the collection of musical instruments held by the famous Parisian museum. [Read more]
Prehistomania at the Musée de l'Homme: the rock art exhibition - our photos
A plunge into prehistory through rock art, that's what the Musée de l'Homme in Paris is offering us with Préhistomania, an exhibition-event that runs from November 17, 2023 to May 20, 2024. [Read more]
Visions chamaniques: the Quai Branly museum's sensory exhibition takes us to Amazonia
When the spiritual world inspires Peruvian artists... The Musée du Quai Branly invites you to discover Visions chamaniques, an unusual exhibition on view from November 14, 2023 to May 26, 2024. [Read more]
Musée Grévin in Paris: Luc Plamondon joins the collection of illustrious figures
Discover Luc Plamondon, the iconic lyricist, now immortalized in wax at the Musée Grévin to mark the 25th anniversary of Notre Dame de Paris. [Read more]
Crescendo, the monumental installation at Saint-Denis Basilica
Discover "Crescendo", a majestic installation by Stephen Dean, presented by the Centre des monuments nationaux, at the Cathedral Basilica of Saint-Denis until September 29, 2024. [Read more]
Europa Expérience, an immersive exhibition on the European Union
Europa Experience is a unique interactive space on the European Union situated in the heart of Paris, in front of the famous Madeleine church. This 1500m2 permanent exhibition about the European Union, spread over three floors has a main goal: providing visitors with an immersive, interactive and enriching experience. Through a multimedia journey with enhanced reality activities and a 360° cinema, you travel to the four corners of the EU... from Paris. [Read more]
Le Corbusier in Boulogne: visit the apartment-studio of the famous French architect
The Fondation Le Corbusier offers unique tours of the famous French architect's apartment-studio, located in the Molitor building on the Boulogne-Paris border, to perpetuate the eternal influence of this visionary genius. [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]
Marathon, la course du messager: the Musée de la Poste's Olympic exhibition - Extensions
Since the dawn of time, running has been a way of getting around... But that's not all! To discover the importance of running and its cultural aspects, take advantage of the new exhibition at the Musée de la Poste: Marathon, la course du messager, on view from May 15 to September 15, 2024. [Read more]
Sport before the Games: a free exhibition at the Maison de Balzac
The Maison de Balzac is also into sports... But not necessarily Olympic sport. The museum is hosting a free exhibition on Sport before the Games, on view from May 22 to September 15, 2024. [Read more]
Gold, silver and bronze: discover the history of the Olympic medal at La Monnaie de Paris
La Monnaie de Paris revisits the history of the Olympic medal with the exhibition D'or, d'argent et de bronze, on view from March 27 to November 3, 2024. [Read more]
LVMH Olympiad: Rendez-vous with sport, the sports-arty exhibition at the Fondation Louis Vuitton
Ready to experience an artistic adrenaline rush at the Fondation Louis Vuitton? Until September 9, 2024, the exhibition "La Collection, Rendez-vous avec le Sport" (The Collection, Rendezvous with Sport), takes you on an electrifying mix of art and sport, with Jean-Michel Basquiat and Andreas Gursky as guides. An event that pulses to the rhythm of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, resonating with the Passage de la Flamme at the Foundation. [Read more]
À nous les stades! A history of women's sport: the free exhibition at BnF
Sport isn't just a man's game, and the BnF François-Mitterand intends to remind us of this in a free exhibition on women's sport, from May 22 to October 13, 2024! [Read more]
Fashion in motion, part two: the exhibition that blends sport and fashion at the Palais Galliera
The Palais Galliera examines the relationship between fashion and sport in a chronological exhibition to be discovered from June 16, 2023 to September 7, 2025. [Read more]
Olympism, a world history: the Olympiad exhibition at the Palais de la Porte Dorée
Since 1896, 33 Olympiads have been held around the world. To mark the Paris 2024 Games, the Palais de la Porte Dorée is retracing their history and behind-the-scenes in a retrospective exhibition, from April 26 to September 8, 2024. [Read more]
Olympism, a modern invention: the exhibition between art and sport at the Musée du Louvre, our photos
The Musée du Louvre is gearing up for the Olympic Games, with a brand-new, sporting exhibition. From April 24 to September 16, 2024, discover "Olympism, a modern invention, an ancient heritage". [Read more]
Duels, the exhibition that plunges us into the art of combat at the Musée de l'Armée - our photos
The Musée de l'Armée tells us about the art of combat and fencing in the exhibition "Duels, l'art du combat", on view from April 24 to August 18, 2024. [Read more]
Le Corps en mouvement: when sport and art meet in the collections of the Petit Palais
The Petit Palais is showcasing its permanent collections, and linking sport and art with a brand new exhibition: discover "Le corps en mouvement" free of charge from May 15 to November 17 2024. [Read more]
Sport from the sky: the free photo exhibition on the walls of Bercy Village unveiled
The Bercy Village open-air shopping center is hosting a new exhibition from April 18 to September 15, 2024. Artist Edouard Salmon presents "Sport from the sky". [Read more]
Les Jeux en Playmobil: the playful sports exhibition at the Yvelines Departmental Archives
Discover the different sports of the Olympic Games with Playmobil! This fun, free exhibition can be seen from April 20 to June 24, 2024 at the Archives départementales des Yvelines. [Read more]
At stake! Artists and sport: a muscular exhibition unveiled at the Musée Marmottan-Monet
Boxing, horse riding, rowing... Sportsmen and women also serve as muses for artists. The Musée Marmottan-Monet invites us to discover the exhibition En Jeu! Artists and Sport, from April 4 to September 1, 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]
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]
Il était une fois les stades, the sports exhibition at the Cité de l'architecture et du patrimoine
What better city than Paris for an exhibition on stadiums? Stade de France, Parc des Princes, Jean Bouin... so many sports venues that host matches throughout the year, deconstructed in length and breadth at the Cité de l'architecture et du patrimoine, from March 20, 2024. [Read more]
Beauty and Gesture: six sculptures celebrating Olympism in front of the French National Assembly
From April 2 and for the duration of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, six sculptures will be inviting themselves onto the steps of the Palais Bourbon, imagined by artist Laurent Perbos, to represent Olympism. This outdoor installation is free to discover! [Read more]
Match, design and sport: a behind-the-scenes look at sport at the Musée du Luxembourg
Victory sometimes comes down to a few things... Like a well-designed shoe. The Musée du Luxembourg looks at the links between sport and design, with the exhibition "Match", on view from March 13 to August 11, 2024. [Read more]
Olympic toys: champions march on! Family exhibition at the Musée du Jouet in Poissy
The Musée du Jouet also celebrates the Olympic and Paralympic Games! Discover the "Olympic toys: champions ahead" exhibition from March 13 to September 22, 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]
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]
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]
Réflex 2024: the photo exhibition on sport in Parisian swimming pools in the run-up to the Olympic Games
In the run-up to the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, sports-related exhibitions are multiplying in the capital. Five Parisian swimming pools welcome you to discover an unusual photo exhibition, starting January 26! [Read more]
En garde! From pen to sword: the Dumas family at the Château de Monte-Cristo exhibition
Château de Monte-Cristo showcases fencing and dueling in a brand new exhibition. Discover En garde! From pen to sword from March 1 to June 2, 2024. [Read more]
Victor Hugo s'escrime: the exhibition at the Maison de Victor Hugo takes us to the heart of the fight
With sword or pen, Victor Hugo fought many battles. Discover them in the Victor Hugo s'escrime exhibition, presented from April 30 to September 15, 2024 in the writer's house, Place des Vosges, Paris. [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]
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]
The Cherqui Foundation: the kinetic art museum just outside Paris!
Sponsored - Do you like optical and kinetic art? Head for the Fondation Cherqui, a few kilometers from Paris. This art gallery, similar in size to a museum, houses a collection of over 5,000 works by Jean Cherqui. Book your visit now! [Read more]
Brancusi at the Centre Pompidou: evening visits for the last days of the exhibition
He left his mark on art history with his original and fascinating sculptures. From March 27 to July 1, 2024, the Centre Pompidou is dedicating a rich and beautiful exhibition to the artist Constantin Brancusi. It's an opportunity to (re)discover the diversity of his work, with his sculptures of course, but also his photographs, drawings and films. [Read more]
Artificial Identity: our photos from SKIO's exhibition at the Goldshteyn-Saatort gallery
Artificial Identity is the name of artist SKIO's solo show at Galerie Goldshteyn-Saatort, exploring the frontier between art and artificial intelligence from May 16 to July 16, 2024. Immerse yourself in a world where artistic tradition and technological innovation meet to redefine contemporary creation. [Read more]
Namiko's little fishes: the adorable, colorful exhibition at the Paris Aquarium
Japanese artist Namiko has been given carte blanche to embellish the Aquarium de Paris: discover her curious little fish in an exhibition presented from May 26 to October 25, 2024. [Read more]
The Fondation de Coubertin Estate and Museum, the treasure of the Yvelines at Saint-Rémy-lès-Chevreuse
The Domaine et Musée de la Fondation Coubertin, located in Saint-Rémy-lès-Chevreuse, is a real treasure of the Yvelines, nestled in a green setting. Discover the Jardin des bronzes, the Grandes sculptures in the park and the works of Joseph Bernard in the château. Open every weekend until July 14, 2024, this exceptional site invites you to enjoy a unique cultural experience. [Read more]
Domino Days: Adrien Fricheteau's exhibition at Sobering Galerie
Sobering Galerie presents Adrien Fricheteau's exhibition Domino Days, from May 24 to June 16, 2024. Immerse yourself in a universe where romantic landscapes and pictorial enigmas blend with finesse and humor. Discover new works and explore the artist's reflections on pictorial archetypes and contemporary society. [Read more]
Nude Skin: the nude exhibition at La Lison gallery
Galerie La Lison invites you to discover its new exhibition, entitled Nude Skin, from May 23 to June 14, 2024. In all, six photographers reveal the beauty and vulnerability of the human body through striking images. Free opening on May 23 at 7.30pm in the heart of Paris' 10th arrondissement! [Read more]
A Celebration of Craft: exhibition of LOEWE FOUNDATION finalists at the Palais de Tokyo
The LOEWE FOUNDATION presents the 30 winners of the Craft Prize 2024, in an exhibition running until June 9 at the Palais de Tokyo. This year's prize honors modern, unconventional artist-craftsmen who exploit the reuse of unexpected materials and a multitude of media, from ceramics to jewelry to furniture, all in the avant-garde spirit of the Maison. [Read more]
Formes et couleurs, a tribute to Ellsworth Kelly at the Fondation Louis Vuitton
To mark the centenary of Ellsworth Kelly's birth, the Fondation Louis Vuitton pays tribute to the abstract artist with the exhibition Forms and Colors, on view from May 4 to September 9, 2024. [Read more]
Henner, the ribbon, the ember: a contemporary exhibition at the Musée Jean-Jacques Henner
The Musée Jean-Jacques Henner honors young artists: discover the work of Margaux Laurens-Neel in the exhibition "Henner, le ruban, la braise", on view from May 15 to September 23, 2024. [Read more]
Levi van Veluw: the contemporary artist's first solo show in Paris, our photos
Dutch-born contemporary artist Levi van Veluw invites you to discover his inner world in a free solo exhibition entitled "We do not remember". Don't miss it at Galerie Les Filles du Calvaire in Paris from Thursday, May 2 to Saturday, June 8, 2024. [Read more]
Humain Autonome: Déroutes, the car exhibition unveiled at MAC-VAL
The MAC-VAL presents Humain autonome : déroute, a group exhibition focusing on the automobile and the motor. On view from April 26 to September 22, 2024. [Read more]
Weaving the Hybrid, Chloé Bensahel's exhibition at the Palais de Tokyo
Experience a unique immersion into the world of Chloé Bensahel with "Tisser l'Hybride", the avant-garde exhibition to be discovered at Palais de Tokyo from April 25 to June 30, 2024. Through interactive works that combine textiles, multimedia and performance, this installation explores the themes of identity, migration and cultural hybridization. [Read more]
Saype: Galerie Danysz presents the land artist's first solo show in Paris
"Timeshot" is the name of Saype's very first solo exhibition in Paris! The celebrated French land artist, whose monumental, ephemeral works are known the world over, is exhibiting his work through photographs and drawings to be admired at Galerie Danysz from April 26 to June 15, 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]
Chroniques de la chair exhibition at La Lison gallery
Discover the "Chroniques de la chair" exhibition at Galerie La Lison from April 25 to May 18, 2024. This not-to-be-missed artistic event brings together thirteen contemporary artists to explore fascinating representations of the human body through painting, sculpture and multimedia. Don't miss the opening on April 25 at 7.30pm. [Read more]
Works by Barbana Bojadzi, Yoan Capote and Carlos Cruz-Diez at Galleria Continua
Contemporary works by Barbana Bojadzi, Yoan Capote and Carlos Cruz-Diez are on show at Galleria Continua in Paris until May 28, 2024. An opportunity to plunge into the artistic worlds of these three artists, whose styles are different but oh so fascinating. [Read more]
Coalition exhibition at Gaité Lyrique
La Gaité Lyrique invites you to discover its new exhibition, Coalition, from April 24 to June 2, 2024. In all, the works of fifty artists await you for an immersion in the links between artistic creation and environmental commitment. [Read more]
Still life exhibition by artist Ivan Arlaud at Sobering Galerie
Sobering Galerie invites you to discover its latest exhibition of still lifes by artist Ivan Arland, entitled Luminous Interiors, from April 6 to May 13, 2024. Immerse yourself in a universe where tranquility, light and tributes to feminine art intermingle in poetic interior scenes. [Read more]
Présences arabes exhibition at the Musée d'Art Moderne de Paris unveiled, photos
We take you on a tour of the exhibition "Présences arabes. Art moderne et décolonisation, Paris 1908-1988", a unique collection of over 200 works, most of which have never before been shown in France. The exhibition runs from April 5 to August 25, 2024 at the Musée d'Art Moderne de Paris (MAM). [Read more]
Takeru Amano: Japanese neo-pop artist exhibits at Galerie Sato in Paris
Attention neo-pop art lovers! Japanese artist Takeru Amano is exhibiting his work at Galerie Sato in Paris from April 20 to May 12, 2024, for his new personal installation entitled "IMA". [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]
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]
De(s)rives 2024: an exhibition of contemporary art by craftsmen from the Aligre district of Paris
A journey of contemporary art to be discovered in the homes of artisans in a historic Paris neighborhood. That's what awaits you from Thursday, May 23 to Saturday, June 8, 2024 for the new edition of "De(s)rives", an art event offered by the Aline Vidal gallery since 2018. [Read more]
H5 - See the French Touch, the music exhibition at Espace Richaud, Versailles - our photos
An unprecedented dive into the art of cover... The Espace Richaud, Versailles, invites you to discover its new exhibition, "H5. Voir la French Touch", from March 7 to May 5, 2024. This unprecedented retrospective plunges visitors into the heart of the French Touch's musical and visual revolution, exploring the decisive influence of the H5 collective on this emblematic movement, through a rich collection of iconic works, from album covers to video clips. [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]
T'ang Haywen, a Chinese painter in Paris, the Musée Guimet exhibition unveiled, photos
The Musée Guimet is devoting a major retrospective to the painter T'ang Haywen, a major figure in 20th-century Chinese art. From March 6 to June 17, 2024, don't miss the exhibition tracing the development of this contemporary artist. [Read more]
Mythologies du Poisson Rouge: Maurice Renoma's arty, committed exhibition at the Paris Aquarium
The Aquarium de Paris is giving designer and visual artist Maurice Renoma carte blanche for an immersive exhibition from March 2 to May 3, 2024. Cristobal, the plastic goldfish and Renoma's alter-ego, is the protagonist of this tour. He invites you to follow his adventures through thirty offbeat works scattered between the basins. [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]
Past Disquiet exhibition at the Palais de Tokyo - our photos
The Palais de Tokyo is devoting an exhibition to artists' involvement in the anti-imperialist movement of the 1960s-1980s among oppressed peoples, entitled Passé Inquiet: Musées, Exil et Solidarité (Past Disquiet), from February 16 to June 30, 2024. [Read more]
Dislocations: our photos from the group show at Palais de Tokyo
The Palais de Tokyo invites the curious to discover one of its group exhibitions, entitled Dislocations, from February 16 to June 30, 2024. [Read more]
Touching the senseless: our photos from the group show at Palais de Tokyo
Healing the mind, putting an end to taboos, putting the human back into the medical world: this is the aim of this exhibition, which explores mental health. The Palais de Tokyo presents Toucher l'insensé, from February 16 to June 30, 2024. [Read more]
Signal at the Palais de Tokyo: our photos of Mohamed Bourouissa's intimate exhibition
Mohamed Bourouissa brings us tales of bitterness, in an intimate and poetic exhibition, to be seen at the Palais de Tokyo from February 16 to June 30, 2024. [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]
Jean Hélion: the pioneer of abstraction unveiled in a retrospective exhibition at MAM
Discover Jean Hélion, the French painter who imported abstract art to the United States, in an exhibition at the Musée d'Art Moderne from March 22 to August 18, 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]
Comic strip exhibition at the Centre Pompidou: Comics on every floor
Comics exhibition in Paris: From May 29 to November 4, 2024, discover "La BD à tous les étages" at the Centre Pompidou. An event dedicated to the 9th art, giving you a rendezvous with Hergé, Corto Maltese, and much more, across every level of this iconic cultural institution. [Read more]
The Musée de la Sculpture en plein air: a free art walk in the heart of Paris
Have you heard of the Musée de la Sculpture en plein air? Located in the Square Tino Rossi in the 5th arrondissement, this small museum offers a free cultural stroll along the banks of the Seine, in a magnificent bucolic setting. [Read more]
Vertiges, the exhibition that challenges our senses at the Bourse de Commerce
Artists at the Bourse de Commerce take us on a dizzying artistic spiral, with the Vertiges exhibition, on view from March 20 to September 23, 2024. [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]
Van Gogh, the last journeys: the exhibition at Château d'Auvers-sur-Oise - Extensions
Auvers-sur-Oise, the birthplace of Impressionism in the Île-de-France region, was home to the painter Vincent Van Gogh during the last years of his life. The château is extending its event exhibition, focusing on his last journeys, until November 2025. [Read more]
Noli, Korean games: the free, fun exhibition at the Korean Cultural Centre
The Korean Cultural Center offers a fascinating and entertaining tour of Korean games, from the 18th century to the present day, from vintage toys to video games, in a free exhibition from May 24 to October 5, 2024! [Read more]
Etienne Dinet, Algerian passions: the exhibition that takes us on a journey is extended at the IMA
Discover Etienne Dinet and his Algerian passions, in an exhibition organized from January 30 to September 15, 2024 at the Institut du Monde Arabe, Paris. [Read more]
Reflections of nature: Junji Takasago exhibition at the Maison de la culture du Japon, our photos
New free exhibition to be discovered in the lobby of the Maison de la culture du Japon in Paris, from May 7 to June 1, 2024. Once again, the Japanese cultural center invites us to take a journey through Junji Takasago's photographs, which pay tribute to the beauty of nature! [Read more]
The Art of James Cameron: the exceptional retrospective exhibition at the Cinémathèque française
From April 4, 2024 to January 12, 2025, immerse yourself in the exceptional worlds of Titanic, Terminator and Avatar with a retrospective exhibition on the work of James Cameron, cinema's leading director and screenwriter, at the Cinémathèque française. [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]
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]
A journey through stone and light: the Conciergerie's magnificent photo exhibition unveiled
Photographer Ahmet Ertuğ lets us admire exceptional monuments through his photographs, presented in the exhibition "Voyage dans les pierres et la lumière", to be discovered at the Conciergerie from February 9 to May 20, 2024. [Read more]
Les Orientalistes, the Atelier des Lumières exhibition that takes us on a journey to the Orient - photos
The mysteries of the Orient await you at the Atelier des Lumières: join Ingres, Delacroix, Vernet and many others in this groundbreaking exhibition on view from February 9, 2024 to January 5, 2025. [Read more]
Egypt of the Pharaohs: the Atelier des Lumières immersive exhibition unveiled in images
A fabulous journey awaits us this year at the Atelier des Lumières: from February 9, 2024 to January 5, 2025, discover the Egypt of the Pharaohs, from Cheops to Ramses II. [Read more]
MIDAN, a naive art museum nestled in a country house in Vicq (78)
The Musée international d'art naïf d'île-de-France (MIDAN) is located in Vicq, a small town in the Yvelines department of France, a cultural venue dedicated to a little-known yet very rich artistic movement. [Read more]
Kenzo Tange - Kengo Kuma, the legacy of the Tokyo Games, the exhibition at the Maison de la culture du Japon
What happens to Olympic buildings once the Games are over? The Maison de la culture du Japon takes us on a journey in the footsteps of these monumental infrastructures, with the exhibition Kenzo Tange - Kengo Kuma, the legacy of the Tokyo Games, on view from May 2 to June 29, 2024. [Read more]
Objectif mer, the 7th art exhibition at the Musée de la Marine - our photos
For its first exhibition since reopening, the Musée de la Marine invites us on a voyage into the world of cinema. Discover the exhibition "Objectif mer : l'océan filmé", from December 13, 2023 to May 5, 2024. [Read more]
Investigation in Madagascar: our photos of the Tropical Aquarium's ultra-fun immersive exhibition
Save the Joba Mena, an endangered fish from Madagascar, with the Tropical Aquarium's fun, immersive exhibition. To be followed from November 14, 2023 to September 1, 2024. [Read more]
Explorer l'infiniment, the exhibition exploring unknown worlds, at the Musée des Arts et Métiers
From October 17, 2023, the Musée des Arts et Métiers invites you to discover the fascinating world of exploration, from the abyss to space and the study of our planet. Embark on a special adventure, following in the footsteps of the great explorers from the Musée des Arts et Métiers! [Read more]
Mission spatiale, the new permanent exhibition in the stars at the Cité des sciences
Take a trip into space from October 23, 2023 at the Cité des sciences et de l'industrie, with a new permanent exhibition on the conquest of space. [Read more]
Luxe de Poche: the very, very chic exhibition is extended at the Musée Cognacq-Jay - our photos
Immerse yourself in 18th-century elegance with the Luxe de Poche exhibition, to be enjoyed without moderation at the Musée Cognacq-Jay! From March 29 to November 24, 2024, discover a unique collection of boxes, snuffboxes and other luxury objects that shaped the sociability rituals of the elite. Admire the work of legendary goldsmiths and let yourself be transported by the beauty and ingenuity of these art treasures! [Read more]
L'enfance du design: an exhibition of nostalgia and design at the Centre Pompidou
The Centre Pompidou looks at furniture and objects created for children in the 20th century, in a design exhibition to be discovered from April 25 to August 12, 2024. [Read more]
The birth of department stores, a double exhibition at the heart of these mythical Parisian landmarks
The Musée des Arts Décoratifs and the Cité de l'Architecture take us to the heart of the legendary addresses of Parisian art de vivre with "The Birth of Department Stores", a two-part exhibition. Visit the MAD from April 10 to October 13, 2024, then from October 16, 2024 to March 16, 2025, to discover the history of these temples to fashion right up to the present day. [Read more]
Alaïa/Grès, the fabulous fashion exhibition at the Fondation Azzedine Alaïa extended again
The Alaïa/Grès Beyond Fashion exhibition brings together for the first time Madame Grès and Azzedine Alaïa, two legendary dress sculptors, at the Fondation Azzedine Alaïa. Discover 60 masterful creations, celebrating the timeless art of couture, from September 11, 2023 to May 20, 2024. [Read more]
Fashion Faux Parr: Martin Parr's free photo exhibition in an Île Saint-Louis gallery
Fashion through the singular eyes of Martin Parr is what awaits you until May 26, 2024 at Galerie Clémentine de la Féronnière. Head to the Île Saint-Louis to discover a free exhibition retracing 25 years of fashion photography imbued with the artist's realistic, kitsch and arch-color aesthetic. [Read more]
Fashion, design and jewelry: the exhibition for fashion lovers at the Musée des Arts Déco
The Musée des Arts Décoratifs pays tribute to couturiers and designers, and unveils several masterpieces from its collections, in a never-before-seen exhibition. From April 3 to November 10, 2024, come and admire Parcours mode, design, bijoux. [Read more]
Le 19M, la Manufacture de Mode Chanel: art gallery, creative workshops, café & couture houses
Le 19M, la Manufacture de Mode Chanel, located in the 19th arrondissement of Paris, is home to eleven Maisons d'art, as well as a gallery hosting free fashion exhibitions and a café. A must-see! [Read more]
Paolo Roversi: the fashion photographer reveals himself in a new exhibition at the Palais Galliera
The Palais Galliera pays tribute to the great fashion photographer Paolo Roversi with an exceptional retrospective of his 50-year career, on view from March 16 to July 14, 2024. [Read more]
Fashion icon: MEP pays tribute to model Lisa Fonssagrives-Penn in an exhibition
The Maison Européenne de la Photographie unveils a totally new exhibition dedicated to model Lisa Fonssagrives-Penn, to be discovered from February 28 to May 26, 2024. [Read more]
Transparences: the new fashion exhibition revealing the invisible at the Musée Yves Saint Laurent Paris
The Musée Yves Saint Laurent Paris will unveil its new fashion exhibition, "Transparences - Le pouvoir des matières", from February 9 to August 25, 2024. The exhibition explores the art of transparency, so dear to Yves Saint Laurent, highlighting how the couturier seized on materials such as chiffon, lace and tulle to reinvent fashion, enabling women to assert their sensuality while preserving their mystery and independence. A true celebration of fashion and self-confidence, to mark with a red cross in your calendar! [Read more]
Not-to-be-missed art events in Paris over the next few days
Night tours, photo festivals, Heritage Days, street-art events... Whatever the season, art is always in the spotlight in Paris! To make sure you don't miss any of these major cultural events, follow our guide to Parisian art events. [Read more]
Musée du Louvre: a free nocturne on December 6, the first Friday of the month
It's the perfect opportunity to take advantage of every month, without exception: the Musée du Louvre opens its doors to all visitors free of charge on the first Friday of each month, after 6pm. Next date to remember: December 6, 2024. [Read more]
The Louvre Museum in music: carte blanche for the Orchestre de Paris
What if your next concert was held in one of Paris's most famous museums? The Louvre regularly organizes musical events. From March 2 to June 16, 2024, the Orchestre de Paris and Klaus Mäkelä have carte blanche to thrill us. [Read more]
Circulation(s) 2024: the dates of the European festival of young photography at Le Centquatre
The Circulation(s) festival returns to 104 from April 6 to June 2, 2024. For 14 years, this event dedicated to young European photography has been a not-to-be-missed fixture in Paris. [Read more]
Festival l'Oeil urbain 2024: dates and program for this photographic festival in Corbeil-Essonnes
It's back: the L'Œil urbain photography festival presents its 12th edition. Come to Corbeil-Essonnes from April 6 to May 11, 2024 to discover this year's featured artists. [Read more]
Monnaie de Paris: a fun-filled 80s evening around the Insert Coin exhibition
Climb into the DeLorean, the Monnaie de Paris takes us back in time to the 1980s! On May 15, 2024, the Monnaie Paris will be hosting a festive evening of fun around the Insert Coin exhibition. [Read more]
Curieuse nocturne impressionniste: a festive, artistic evening at the Musée d'Orsay
Get out the candles, the Musée d'Orsay is celebrating a very special anniversary! To mark the 150th anniversary of Impressionism, and in parallel with the dedicated exhibition, the museum is organizing a Curieuse nocturne on May 16, 2024. [Read more]
Nuit des Musées 2024: date and full programme for this XXL nocturne in Paris and the Île-de-France region
Nuit des Musées, the must-attend cultural event in Paris, returns this Saturday, May 18, 2024. For one evening, enjoy the most beautiful museums in France, especially in and around Paris. Now's the time to plan your itinerary, choosing from among the finest programs on offer during this giant nocturne. [Read more]
Arabofuturs Electro Night: an evening of futuristic rhythms at the Institut du Monde Arabe
The Institut du Monde Arabe (Arab World Institute) is offering a unique evening of celebration: this Saturday, May 25, 2024, enjoy the Arabofuturs electro-night! [Read more]
Not-to-be-missed free exhibitions in May 2024 in Paris and the Ile-de-France region
What free exhibitions await us in Paris in May? Here's our pick of the spring's cultural highlights in the capital! [Read more]
The sun is shining, the museums are full of treasures, in short: life is good in Paris! Make the most of it and treat yourself to all the things to do this month.
Dates and Opening Time
From May 1, 2024 to May 31, 2024
Not-to-be-missed free exhibitions in May 2024 in Paris and the Ile-de-France region
