Exhibitions and expositions in Paris
Dive into the realm of art and culture with our thoughtfully curated list, last updated on April 3rd, 2026.
Bourse de Commerce - Pinault Collection
Exhibition: Clair-Obscur
Until:
August 25th, 2026
(135 days remaining.)Description:
The "Clair-obscur" exhibition showcases works from twenty modern and contemporary artists from the Pinault Collection. You can view art that explores the contrast between light and dark.
Château de Chantilly
Exhibition: The Giotto from the Musée Jacquemart: André du Domaine de Chaalis
Until:
December 30th, 2026
(262 days remaining.)Description:
The Château-musée de Chaalis features two early 14th-century paintings by Giotto. You can also view works by Giotto's students and admirers, collected by the Duc d'Aumale.
Exhibition: Drawings from the Seicento: 17th-Century Italy, Based on the Collections of the Musée Condé
Until:
June 14th, 2026
(63 days remaining.)Description:
See newly reallocated drawings, engravings, and works by Italian masters and collectors. Enjoy a variety of art from historical Italian figures.
Exhibition: Titien: Ecce Homo
Until:
June 14th, 2026
(63 days remaining.)Description:
View a painting by Titian showing Christ crowned with thorns after the Flagellation from a private Cypriot collection. The Cyprus Institute has conducted scientific research on the painting.
Exhibition: Restored Treasures: A Tribute to Bibliophile Patrons
Until:
June 1st, 2026
(50 days remaining.)Description:
You can visit the library at the Château de Chantilly before it undergoes major refurbishment. See a notable collection of books and manuscripts in this historic setting.
City of Paris Museum of Modern Art
Exhibition: Lee Miller
Until:
August 2nd, 2026
(112 days remaining.)Description:
From April to August 2026, visit the Musée d'Art Moderne in Paris for a major retrospective on Lee Miller. See nearly 250 prints, including many rarely shown before.
Exhibition: Brion Gysin
Until:
July 12th, 2026
(91 days remaining.)Description:
The Musée d'Art Moderne de Paris is showing the first retrospective of Brion Gysin's work in a Paris museum. You can see a collection of his art and understand his influence.
Cité des sciences et de l'industrie
Exhibition: Jardiner
Until:
July 12th, 2026
(91 days remaining.)Description:
Visit the Cité des sciences et de l'industrie's exhibition on modern gardening. See how today's gardening addresses environmental, social, and health issues.
Exhibition: Dance
Until:
June 28th, 2026
(77 days remaining.)Description:
Danser invites children aged 4 and over, as well as adults, to explore dance as participants and spectators. The tour features dynamic and contemplative dance installations, videos and interactive activities.
Exhibition: Dogs and Cats
Until:
June 28th, 2026
(77 days remaining.)Description:
Discover how dogs and cats see the world and understand their actions. This exhibition, backed by the Fondation Adrienne et Pierre Sommer, provides valuable information in a light-hearted manner.
Disneyland Paris
Exhibition: World of Frozen
Until:
March 29th, 2027
(351 days remaining.)Description:
Visit World of Frozen at Disneyland® Paris starting March 29th, 2026. Enjoy the Frozen stories in a magical adventure.
Exhibition: Disney: Tales of Magic
Until:
December 31st, 2026
(263 days remaining.)Description:
Visit Disneyland® Park starting January 10, 2025, for a nighttime show. Enjoy classic and new stories brought to life.
Exhibition: A Million Splashes of Colour
Until:
September 6th, 2026
(147 days remaining.)Description:
Watch a daytime show at Sleeping Beauty Castle with songs and stories. See performances by Mickey, Timon, Joy, Mirabel, and other Disney and Pixar characters.
Exhibition: Minnie's Dream Factory
Until:
July 5th, 2026
(84 days remaining.)Description:
Watch Minnie and her friends in a musical show about teamwork, self-confidence, and imagination. See a performance designed to inspire and entertain.
Grande Galerie de l'Évolution
Exhibition: Deserts
Until:
April 19th, 2026
(7 days remaining.)Description:
The Deserts exhibition showcases the extreme environments of deserts and polar regions. Learn about the unique survival strategies of organisms in these harsh conditions.
La Cinémathèque française
Exhibition: Marilyn Monroe
Until:
July 26th, 2026
(105 days remaining.)Description:
The exhibition features Marilyn Monroe performances and roles in films like _Gentlemen Prefer Blondes_ and _Some Like It Hot_. View her work and understand the person behind the myths.
Maison Victor Hugo
Exhibition: Hugo Decorateur
Until:
April 26th, 2026
(14 days remaining.)Description:
At the Maison de Victor Hugo, you can view collections showcasing Victor Hugo's decoration work. Preserved items highlight this aspect of his creativity.
Musée Bourdelle
Exhibition: Magdalena Abakanowicz: The Thread of Existence
Until:
April 12th, 2026
(0 days remaining.)Description:
See the contemporary sculptures and textile art by Polish artist Magdalena Abakanowicz. Visit the major exhibition of her works at the Musée Bourdelle in France.
Musée Cognacq-Jay
Exhibition: Revealing the Feminine
Until:
September 20th, 2026
(161 days remaining.)Description:
The Musée Cognacq-Jay and the Palais Galliera will showcase the variety of female representations in the 18th century. View textile pieces and paintings to understand how clothing related to self-image.
Musée Jacquemart-André
Exhibition: Baroque Splendors: From El Greco to Velázquez
Until:
August 2nd, 2026
(112 days remaining.)Description:
Visit the Musée Jacquemart-André to see an exhibition of Hispanic Baroque art. You can view around 40 works from the Hispanic Society of America, including paintings by masters of the Golden Age.
Musée Rodin
Exhibition: The Rodin Workshop
Until:
September 6th, 2026
(147 days remaining.)Description:
L'Atelier Rodin will reopen from April 11 to September 6, 2026. Children can create sculptures and toddlers can explore a sensory area.
Musée Zadkine
Exhibition: Zadkine Art Deco
Until:
April 12th, 2026
(0 days remaining.)Description:
In 2025, the Musée Zadkine will show over 90 pieces, including sculptures, objects, and furniture. You can learn about Ossip Zadkine's connections with major decorators from the 1920s and 1930s.
Musée de Montmartre
Exhibition: Adya & Otto Van Rees: At the Heart of the Avant-Garde
Until:
September 13th, 2026
(154 days remaining.)Description:
Otto van Rees and Adya van Rees-Dutilh were important in European avant-garde art. Starting in 1904, they lived at the Bateau-Lavoir in Paris, meeting artists such as Picasso and Mondrian.
Musée de la Vie Romantique
Exhibition: Facing the Sky, Paul Huet in His Time
Until:
August 30th, 2026
(140 days remaining.)Description:
The museum is open again with a new permanent collection. You can visit an exhibition about Paul Huet and his focus on skies.
Musée de l’Armée
Exhibition: Nicolas Daubanes: A Contemporary Artist
Until:
May 17th, 2026
(35 days remaining.)Description:
Visual artist Nicolas Daubanes showcases his sculptures, drawings, and photographs at the Musée de l'Armée. You can see how his works connect with the museum's exhibits on the history of conflicts.
Musée de l’Homme
Exhibition: The Great Ages
Until:
January 3rd, 2027
(266 days remaining.)Description:
The exhibition showcases old age using photographs. It combines elements of art and science to present aging as a biological, demographic, and social reality.
Exhibition: Mummies
Until:
May 25th, 2026
(43 days remaining.)Description:
Discover the history and significance of mummification from different cultures in this exhibition. See mummified individuals and learn about the various practices used.
Musée de l’Orangerie
Exhibition: Alexandre Lenoir: By Force of Circumstance
Until:
August 24th, 2026
(134 days remaining.)Description:
Alexandre Lenoir creates landscape paintings featuring ghostly figures. These works are inspired by photographs that capture memories, often showcasing the dominance of nature.
Exhibition: Henri Rousseau: A Painter's Ambition
Until:
July 20th, 2026
(99 days remaining.)Description:
Visit the Musée de l'Orangerie to view an exhibition on painter Henri Rousseau. See major works loaned from international institutions.
Musée du quai Branly - Jacques Chirac
Exhibition: 1913-1923: The Spirit of The Times
Until:
September 20th, 2026
(161 days remaining.)Description:
Learn about how African and Oceanic art came to Paris in the early 20th century. See non-European objects and modern art pieces that influenced a new art style.
Exhibition: Kwame Akoto: Almighty God Art Works
Until:
September 6th, 2026
(147 days remaining.)Description:
Visit Kwame Akoto's studio in Kumasi to view art that blends faith, social commentary, and humor. Gain insights into local Ghanaian life and a broader global perspective.
Exhibition: Africa Fashion
Until:
July 12th, 2026
(91 days remaining.)Description:
The Africa Fashion exhibition from the Victoria and Albert Museum in London is coming to Paris. You can see works from contemporary African fashion designers and historical collections at the Musée du quai Branly - Jacques Chirac.
Musée d’Orsay
Exhibition: 100 Works That Tell the Story of Work: Working in the 19th Century
Until:
August 2nd, 2026
(112 days remaining.)Description:
The "100 works that tell the story of work" campaign showcases 19th-century masterpieces at the Musée d'Orsay. Begin in Room 69 and follow the exhibit to see art focused on the theme of work.
Exhibition: Paul Troubetzkoy: Sculptor (1866-1938)
Until:
July 19th, 2026
(98 days remaining.)Description:
The exhibition presents the career of an Italian-born artist recognized in Paris and the United States. Known for his portraits, he was popular among the elite and early American movie stars.
Exhibition: Renoir Drawings
Until:
July 5th, 2026
(84 days remaining.)Description:
Visit the exhibition co-organized with the Morgan Library & Museum to see Renoir's works on paper. See the connection between his paintings and drawings, especially from the 1880s, when he shifted from Impressionism.
Musée national Picasso-Paris
Exhibition: Guillermo Kuitca: Chapel
Until:
November 29th, 2026
(231 days remaining.)Description:
Argentine artist Guillermo Kuitca has an installation in the chapel of the Hôtel Salé at the Musée National Picasso-Paris. The walls feature criss-cross lines, creating what Kuitca calls "cubistoid painting."
Exhibition: Henry Taylor
Until:
September 6th, 2026
(147 days remaining.)Description:
The Musée National Picasso-Paris hosts an exhibition on Henry Taylor, a key figure in American painting. View Taylor's artwork and see how Pablo Picasso influenced the American art scene.
Musée national des arts asiatiques Guimet
Exhibition: K.Beauty. Korean Beauty, Story of a Phenomenon
Until:
July 6th, 2026
(85 days remaining.)Description:
Discover the origins of a style that has influenced the world from the 18th century to the K-Pop wave. See how South Korea sets trends with K-Beauty's unique approach to beauty.
Palace of Versailles
Exhibition: 1725: Native American Allies at the Court of Louis XV
Until:
May 3rd, 2026
(21 days remaining.)Description:
The Château de Versailles and the Musée du Quai Branly - Jacques Chirac showcase an exhibition on Amerindian allies at the court of Versailles. Learn about the 18th-century ties between France and North America's indigenous nations.
Palais Galliera
Exhibition: Weaving, Embroidering, Embellishing: The Crafts & Trades of Fashion
Until:
October 18th, 2026
(189 days remaining.)Description:
Starting December 2025, visit the Palais Galliera for a series of exhibitions on Parisian fashion. See how fashion roles and techniques have evolved from the 18th century to today.
Exhibition: 18th-Century Fashion: A Fantasised Heritage
Until:
July 12th, 2026
(91 days remaining.)Description:
Learn about women's fashion from the Age of Enlightenment and see how it has been reinterpreted through time.
Petit Palais
Exhibition: Artists’ Faces
Until:
July 19th, 2026
(98 days remaining.)Description:
The museum displays 19th-century paintings, sculptures, graphic arts, photographs, and decorative arts. You can see famous works and some that are rarely shown.