NOTE: Clocks in France flip again one hour on October twenty seventh at 3am for Daylight Financial savings.
October 5
Versailles hosts its thirteenth “Nuit de la Création” (Night time of Creation) this Saturday from 7pm to11 pm. Discover 11 iconic metropolis websites remodeled into up to date artwork galleries, that includes works by numerous artists and free cultural occasions, together with a photograph and sculpture exhibit within the historic Ancienne Poste (Outdated Put up Workplace). See the web site for the total schedule. Admission is free! Don’t miss this distinctive inventive expertise in Versailles on a ravishing fall weekend.
October 5-6
This weekend within the Paris suburbs is Fripalooza, a large 1,000m² thrift sale with 10,000 objects at €8 every, and 1500 distinctive items from €é5-€95, together with uncommon finds from luxurious style manufacturers. They may also have plus-size alternatives and a devoted kids’s part. Leisure by drag queens Piche and Vespi, and refreshments obtainable. Admission is donation-based, supporting La Pagaille Recyclerie. The deal with is at La Robespierre, 2 rue Robespierre, Ivry-sur-Seine (proper outdoors the road 7 metro station Marie-d’Ivry). Open Saturday from 10am to 11pm, and Sunday from 11am to 7pm.
October 6 (and each 1st Sunday)
Many museums and monuments in Paris are open for free the primary Sunday of the month. In October, that features the Orsay, Picasso, Pompidou, Cluny, Arts-et-Métiers, Orangerie, Cité de l’Structure, Quai Branly, and the Château Fontainebleau. Remember to verify every museum’s web site, as some nonetheless require you to have a timed ticket; even when the doorway is free. See the total checklist right here.
October 9-13
Head as much as Montmartre for the 91st annual Fête des Vendanges, the wine harvest pageant (sure, there’s an precise little winery in Montmartre, simply behind the Musée Montmartre and throughout from the Lapin Agile Cabaret). This yr’s theme is “Domesticate the Imaginary”. Right here’s the outline: “For five days, the eight districts of the 18th arrondissement domesticate the creativeness, dream, create, experiment and reinvent themselves. Sustainable metropolis, utopia, science fiction, fantasy, the Montmartre Harvest Competition imagines itself as a gathering wealthy in discoveries and inventiveness. With a really wide selection of cultural, inventive, culinary and sporting choices, and all the time festive, the creativeness takes maintain of the complete district.” There can be grape stomping, meals and wine tastings, a parade, dwell music, a dance social gathering, and all types of enjoyable all through the “Butte“. Many occasions are free, some it’s important to reserve a spot, so get to the web site or cease by the little Montmartre Tourism Workplace at 21 Place du Tertre (18th).
By October 5
Keep in mind the golden statues of notable ladies in French historical past revealed throughout the Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony? Go to the Cour d’Honneur of the Palais Bourbon (the French Nationwide Meeting) to admire these ten monumental (4-meter-tall) statues celebrating figures from arts, literature, sports activities, and politics, together with Simone de Beauvoir, Louise Michel, and Simone Veil. Free entry with prior reservation required, however word this doesn’t grant entry to the Nationwide Meeting constructing itself. For extra particulars and to order your spot, go to: https://www.billetweb.fr/dix-femmes-en-or-a-lassemblee-nationale.
By October 5
The Centre Culturel Coréen (2, Avenue d’Iéna, sixteenth) presents NOLI: Jeux coréens, an exhibition exploring the wealthy historical past of conventional and trendy Korean video games. From historical work of noble leisure to interactive eSports shows, guests can expertise the evolution of Korean leisure. Highlights embrace conventional video games, LEGO reinterpretations, and futuristic designs from KAIST. Open Monday to Saturday, 10am-6pm. Free entry.
By October 6
Escape to slightly island on the sting of Paris for the 107th version of the Foire de Chatou vintage market. Previously often called the Foire Nationale à la Brocante et aux Jambons (Ham and Flea Market), this standard twice-annual market has a mixture of over 800 stands promoting antiques and bric-a-brac, with a complete part devoted to regional French meals, notably pork in all its varieties. The Ile de Chatou, simply north of Paris, also referred to as the Impressionists Island, is accessible by way of RER A from Charles-des-Gaulle-Etoile station in Paris, then both stroll 5 minutes or take the free shuttle. Open 10am-7pm, entry €10 (free for youths underneath 15).
October 11-13
One of many greatest flower reveals of the season, Les Journées des Plantes de Chantilly is going down on the Château de Chantilly, simply half-hour north of Paris by RER/TER. Over 200 exhibitors in a surprising setting with fairly flowers and vegetation, with a “fall coloration” theme. Tickets on-line prematurely: €14 (present plus château gardens), €18 (present plus château, gardens, stables) or €27 (present plus roundtrip TER prepare tickets from Paris).
By October 12
Shepard Fairey (Obey Large) returns to Paris together with his newest exhibition, Swan Tune, prolonged by October at Galerie Itinerrance (24bis Boulevard du Général Jean Simon, thirteenth). Recognized for his iconic avenue artwork, Fairey’s third solo present in Paris showcases new works that proceed to push the boundaries of artwork and activism (and are on the market). Open Tuesday to Saturday, 11am-7pm. Free entry.
By October 13
The École des Arts Joailliers (16bis, Boulevard Montmartre, ninth) debuts its first exhibition in its new residence on the Hôtel de Mercy-Argenteau. The exhibition showcases 120 dazzling stage jewels from the Comédie-Française, together with crowns, brooches, and diadems worn by icons like Sarah Bernhardt and Talma. This inaugural present presents a novel mix of historical past, theater, and craftsmanship inside the elegant partitions of an 18th-century mansion the place composers like Boieldieu and Rossini as soon as lived. Open Tuesday to Sunday, 11am-7pm (till 9pm on Thursdays). Free entry. Extra information.
By October 19
Galerie Templon (28 Rue du Grenier-Saint-Lazare, third) presents a brand new exhibition by Pierre et Gilles, the enduring duo recognized for his or her dreamlike and provocative portraits. This present immerses viewers in a surreal, neon-lit world of angels, sailors, and enigmatic figures, mixing nostalgic glamour with daring, subversive imagery. That includes well-known faces like Amanda Lear and Isabelle Huppert, the works discover themes of affection, id, and the passage of time. Open Tuesday to Saturday, 10am-7pm. Free entry.
October 18-20
The sixth annual Nuit des Châteaux (Night time of the Castles) takes place this night in historic châteaux all through France. Apart from the magic of with the ability to go to these castles all lit up at evening, there are particular excursions, occasions, concert events and candlelit backyard excursions…try the official web site for the taking part châteaux and their applications. The tickets differ relying on what’s offered, however are often €10-15/grownup. You’ll want a automobile, not one of the castles are in Paris, however there are three inside an hour’s drive.
Till October 21
Calling all pastry cooks and younger abilities! The Grand Prix de la Pâtisserie, supported by Pierre Hermé and the Metropolis of Paris, is open for purposes till October 21. Individuals are invited to create a pastry impressed by the theme “Vegetation and Herbs from the Woods of Paris” and should embrace at the least one Parisian ingredient. Two classes are open: professionals and younger abilities. Winners will obtain money prizes or internships. For all the pointers (en français, after all), click on right here.
October 30– November 3
Stuff your self with all types of chocolately goodies on the annual Salon du Chocolat, on the Paris-Expo – Porte de Versailles (metro line 12), 10am-7pm. Entrance €16 (€8 for youths underneath 12), €42 for households. You will get advance tickets on-line or ask at your favourite chocolate store if they’ve any further invites. Keep away from the weekend until you’re a masochist!
October 22-November 3
The Jour des Morts (aka Dia de los Muertos, aka Day of the Useless, aka Toussaint in France) is formally November 1st, however there are occasions throughout Paris within the week main as much as it, from celebratory altars and music concert events to parades and “catrinas” contests. There may also be particular decorations and occasions for youths on the Jardin d’Acclimatation October 5-November 11.
October 2 – February 2, 2025
The Musée Bourdelle (18 Rue Antoine Bourdelle, fifteenth) presents Rodin & Bourdelle, a putting exhibition that brings collectively over 160 works from these two monumental sculptors. Rodin, a grasp of recent sculpture, and Bourdelle, his former scholar, share a deep reference to supplies like marble and the unfinished aesthetic. The exhibition explores their shared influences, with items like La Foremost de Dieu by Rodin and La Foremost désespérée by Bourdelle. Open Tuesday to Sunday, 10am-6pm. Tickets €10, decreased €8. Nice little café upstairs.
October 8 – January 19, 2025
The Musée d’Orsay (Esplanade Valéry Giscard d’Estaing, seventh) presents Gustave Caillebotte: Portray Males, an exhibition that highlights the often-overlooked works of this discreet impressionist (and my private favourite!). By 70 trendy masterpieces, together with his well-known Les Raboteurs de Parquet (The Ground Scrapers) the present explores how Caillebotte captures the nonchalance and struggles of Parisian males within the late nineteenth century. Open Tuesday to Sunday, 9:30am-6pm (till 9:45pm on Thursdays). Tickets €16, decreased €13, free for under-26.
October 10 – November 16
The Galerie Pascal Lansberg (36 Rue de Seine, sixth) presents Pierre Soulages, an exhibition specializing in the artist’s early works from the Fifties, earlier than his well-known outrenoir interval. It options uncommon items that discover Soulages’ mastery of sunshine and shadow, mixing his signature darkish palette with touches of blue, ochre, and yellow. Open Tuesday to Saturday, 11am-7pm. Free entry.
October 16 – November 23
Cœur de Lumières presents Le Roman de Saint-Sulpice, a spectacular gentle and sound present at Saint-Sulpice Church (sixth). This immersive expertise brings to life the wealthy historical past of Paris, following households from the Fronde in 1648 to the eve of the French Revolution, set towards the backdrop of the church’s building. That includes gentle projections, an expert forged, dwell music, and aerial choreography. Word that it’s all in French, however there’s a small textual content information with QR code to scan for English summaries. Tickets €19-€55 (from €5.99 for youths); particular low cost for Classes 1 and a couple of on October sixteenth and seventeenth.
By November 2
Galerie Minsky (37 Rue Vaneau, seventh) is likely one of the many galleries honoring the centennial of surrealism, with an exhibition devoted to the daring and fantastical works of Leonor Fini. Showcasing items from 1927 to 1995, the exhibition highlights her distinctive mix of eroticism, desires, and androgyny. Fini’s highly effective feminine figures and fragile, sensual male topics blur the boundaries between genders and actuality. Open Tuesday to Saturday, 10:30am-1pm, 2pm-6pm. Free entry.
By November 16
The Hôtel de Ville (Place de l’Hôtel de Ville, 4th) presents Paris se présente au monde, an exhibition that provides each residents and guests a full of life and distinctive portrait of the town by attention-grabbing anecdotes and statistics in regards to the metropolis. Uncover how Paris displays its various inhabitants, eco-conscious initiatives, and dynamic city tradition. The exhibition options large-scale portraits, interactive installations, and even a time capsule for future generations. Free entry with on-line reservation. Extra information and reservations.
By November 17
Don’t miss “We Are Right here”, the free exposition of the world’s best avenue artists on the Petit Palais. Over 200 extra-large up to date artworks and installations by artists like Shepard Fairey, Invader, Seth, Hush and Vhils are discovered combined proper into the everlasting assortment of the gorgeous Petit Palais, the town’s Superb Arts Museum within the gardens of the Champs Elysées. Watch the video right here to get an concept of what to anticipate.
By December 15
The Espace Monte-Cristo (9, Rue Monte-Cristo, twentieth) presents Les Mondes Imaginaires, an immersive journey into fantastical realms by the works of artists like Eva Jospin, Tadashi Kawamata, and Agnès Varda. Encounter enchanted forests, mystical creatures, and discover surreal landscapes that mix nature and creativeness. The artworks mix nature and fantasy, creating a novel expertise that transports you to otherworldly dimensions, good for these in search of artistic and imaginative adventures. Open Tuesday to Sunday, 11am-6pm. Free entry.
By December 31
The Maison de Famille de Louis Vuitton (16, rue Louis Vuitton, Asnières-sur-Seine, closest metro Gabriel Péri) presents La Malle Courrier: Louis Vuitton and Sport, an exhibition celebrating the model’s iconic trunks and their connection to sports activities. Uncover classic treasures like tennis racket covers and bowling luggage, alongside customized trunks made for the 2024 Olympics. I’ve by no means really visited this location, so unsure if it’s well worth the trek, however for Vuitton followers, give it a attempt. Open Saturday and Sunday, 11am-5pm. Free entry.
By January 5, 2025
The fantastic Musée Jacquemart-André (158 Boulevard Haussmann, eighth) celebrates its reopening after a full renovation with Masterpieces from the Borghese Gallery. For the primary time, works by Caravaggio, Raphael, Bernini, and Botticelli journey from Rome to Paris. Highlights embrace Boy with a Basket of Fruit by Caravaggio and Woman with a Unicorn. Open every day 10am-6pm (till 10pm on Fridays). Tickets €18, decreased costs obtainable. Don’t overlook to go to the museum’s beautiful salon du thé.
By September 7, 2025
The Bibliothèque Nationale de France (5 Rue Vivienne, 2nd) presents Le monde pour horizon, a year-long, three-part exhibition showcasing uncommon maps, prints, manuscripts, images, costumes, and stage jewellery. Highlights embrace Hokusai’s The Nice Wave and Toulouse-Lautrec’s Divan Japonais poster. With rotating displays each 4 months, guests can return for brand new discoveries all year long. Open Tuesday 10am-8pm, Wednesday to Sunday 10am-6pm. Tickets €10, decreased €8.