Things to do in Paris 1st arrondissement: shows, family activities and exhibitions

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Discover the activities of the senior clubs in the Centre arrondissement of Paris Découvrez les activités des clubs séniors dans l'arrondissement Centre de Paris

until Thu 31 Dec Free ages 55+
Club séniors Jardin des Halles, 8, rue des Prouvaires

The senior clubs of the Centre arrondissement of Paris welcome Parisians aged 55 and over, retired or not, free of charge, for a wide variety of activities.

The World According to Penn Le monde selon Penn

until Sun 10 Jan
Bourse de commerce - Pinault Collection, 2, rue de Viarmes

In Gallery 2, nearly 450 photographs by Irving Penn from the Pinault Collection trace his career, from the 1940s to the early 2000s.

Exhibition "Remember Me" Exposition « Remember Me »

until Mon 18 Jan
Bourse de Commerce — Pinault Collection, 2 rue de Viarmes

A large group exhibition from the Pinault Collection bringing together around 700 works by more than 70 artists, exploring the history and forms of photography on the occasion of its bicentennial.

Monet, Painting Time Monet, peindre le temps

until Mon 25 Jan
Musée de l'Orangerie, Jardin des Tuileries

For the centenary of Claude Monet's death, the Musée de l'Orangerie is devoting an exhibition to the place of time in his work, focusing in particular on the Water Lilies cycle.

Contemporary Counterpoint. Vija Celmins Contrepoint contemporain. Vija Celmins

until Mon 15 Feb
Musée de l'Orangerie, Jardin des Tuileries

Contemporary Counterpoint showcases Vija Celmins, whose highly precise work, focused on surfaces (ocean, desert, sky, snow), immerses the viewer in infinity. Her works are in dialogue with Monet's Water Lilies.

Fashion in the Middle Ages exhibition EXPOSITION LA MODE AU MOYEN AGE

until Sun 7 Mar ages 6+
Tour Jean sans Peur, 20 rue Étienne Marcel

An exhibition that plunges the visitor into the world of medieval fashion: the evolution of the silhouette, accessories, headdresses, shoes, social norms and clothing making.

Look! 40 Years of Fashion at the Museum Look ! 40 ans de mode au musée

until Sun 4 Apr
Musée des Arts décoratifs, 107, rue de Rivoli

The Musée des Arts Décoratifs celebrates the 40th anniversary of the Musée des Arts de la Mode with 40 iconic silhouettes, and reveals the behind-the-scenes work of creating, conserving and restoring garments.

Rafael Pavarotti, photographer Rafael Pavarotti, photographe

until Sun 2 May
Musée des Arts décoratifs, 107, rue de Rivoli

The Musée des Arts Décoratifs presents for the first time in France the work of Brazilian photographer Rafael Pavarotti, through more than 200 colourful and powerful prints.

Events at the Mozart Conservatory Les évènements du conservatoire Mozart

until Wed 30 Jun Free
Conservatoire Municipal W. A. Mozart (Centre), 7, passage de la Canopée

The Mozart Conservatory's cultural season: student auditions, concerts, shows and performances, both in its own building and at various venues in the central arrondissements of Paris.

Local sport in Paris: futsal at the Suzanne Berlioux gymnasium Paris sport proximité : futsal au gymnase Suzanne Berlioux

until Sun 4 Jul Free ages 16+
Gymnase Suzanne Berlioux, 117 rue Rambuteau

Futsal sessions led by sports instructors from the City of Paris, open to ages 16 and up, with no advance registration.

Local sport in Paris: Youth Health Sport at Quartier Jeunes Paris sport proximité : Sport Santé jeunesse au Quartier Jeunes

until Sun 4 Jul Free ages 16+
QJ - Quartier Jeunes, 4, place du Louvre

Local sports sessions led by City of Paris instructors: crossfit, strength training, stretching, cardio boxing, gentle gym and self-defense. Open to ages 16 and up.

The Little Armchairs Les P'tits Fauteuils

until Sat 31 Jul
Théâtre du Châtelet, 1 place du Châtelet

The Théâtre du Châtelet's young audience programme, with shows for the youngest and the oldest throughout the season.

A Stroll Through the Heart of the Covered Passages Balade au cœur des Passages Couverts

until Fri 31 Dec
Place Colette, Devant la Comédie-Français

A guided tour through the most beautiful covered passages of Paris, from the Palais Royal to the Grands Boulevards, to discover a timeless heritage.

The Dark Side of Paris Paris côté obscur

until Fri 31 Dec
Sur le Pont Neuf, au pied de la statue équestre d’Henri IV, 15 place du Pont Neuf

A guided tour into the heart of a mysterious, dark and still little-known Paris, far from the image of the City of Light…

Paris, City of Crime Paris, cité du crime

until Fri 31 Dec
Devant la statue équestre de Louis XIV à côté de la pyramide du Louvre, Rue de Rivoli

A few steps from the Quai des Orfèvres, follow in the footsteps of the most bizarre and famous cases that struck the heart of Paris from the 14th century to today.

Music Department Auditions Les auditions du département musique

Sat 10 Oct → Sat 29 May Free
Conservatoire Municipal W. A. Mozart (Centre), 7, passage de la Canopée

The conservatory's class auditions bring together the students of a single class to present in public the work they have done with their teacher throughout the year. The first audition of the season showcases Gwenaëlle Cochevelou's piano class.

Jazz & Snack: the full programme Jazz & goûter : toute la programmation

Sun 11 Oct → Sun 27 Dec ages 2+
Le Sunset/Sunside, 60, rue des Lombards

Jazz & Snack, the Sunday get-together for children and parents at snack time, with musical tributes and festive themes. From age 2.

Musical Hours Les heures musicales

Thu 15 Oct → Sat 29 May Free
Conservatoire Municipal W. A. Mozart (Centre), 7, passage de la Canopée

Students from the conservatory perform in public during a friendly musical gathering, open to all, with a varied programme.

The End of Time La fin des temps

Fri 16 Oct → Wed 21 Oct
Théâtre du Châtelet, 1 place du Châtelet

First stage adaptation of Haruki Murakami's novel, directed and choreographed by Philippe Decouflé: a show blending theatre, music and dance, between two parallel worlds.

Vision

Sun 18 Oct → Wed 21 Oct
Théâtre du Châtelet, 1 place du Châtelet

The company Shōnen explores the gaze and inclusion: blind and visually impaired artists dance, act and make music, and the audience is invited to wander through the Théâtre du Châtelet.

Stan Douglas. Parallax

Tue 20 Oct → Sun 10 Jan
Jeu de Paume, 1, place de la Concorde

The most important monograph devoted to Stan Douglas in Paris in over 30 years: cinema, video, photography and installations, from the 1980s to today.

Ibrahim Mahama. Harvest Time Ibrahim Mahama. Le Temps des récoltes

Thu 22 Oct → Sun 28 Feb
Fondation Cartier pour l'art contemporain, 2, place du Palais Royal

First Paris exhibition by Ibrahim Mahama, who takes over the Fondation Cartier with nine associated artists and collectives, exploring Ghana's colonial and postcolonial legacies.

Autumn 2026 Theatre Workshop Stage de théâtre Automne 2026

Mon 26 Oct → Sat 31 Oct ages 16+
Salles Saint-Roch, 35 rue Saint-Roch

A six-day theatre workshop led by Margot Abascal, open to professionals and amateurs alike, to explore voice, improvisation and texts.

"Louvre Photo" exhibition at the Louvre Museum Exposition "Louvre Photo" au Musée du Louvre

Wed 4 Nov → Mon 3 May ages 8+
Musée du Louvre, 99 Rue de Rivoli

A never-before-seen exhibition on the photographic history of the Louvre, from the first shots to contemporary techniques, with more than 300 photographs. Ages 8 and up.

Sunday Morning Concerts Les Concerts du Dimanche Matin

Sun 22 Nov → Sun 11 Apr
Théâtre du Châtelet, 1 place du Châtelet

The Sunday Morning Concerts offer an hour of music without an intermission, with an introduction and a reading blending poetry, literature and philosophy. An accessible and original format, for the whole family.