Nuit Blanche returns to Paris and Greater Paris on Saturday 7 June 2025, transforming the city into a vast film set under the artistic direction of Valérie Donzelli. This 24th edition promises a magical night, combining screenings, performances and installations in iconic and unusual venues.
Get ready for a unique experience where cinema and poetry come together, lighting up the capital and its metropolitan area. Michel Gondry has created the poster for Nuit Blanche 2025 and is presenting a ten-minute short film. Around a hundred artistic projects, including screenings, performances and installations, will be presented free of charge in public spaces and well-known and more intimate institutions. Open-air film screenings are planned in various locations, and other events include sound and light installations, DJ sets, choreographed performances and immersive installations. Discover our selection!
The dreamlike and inventive world of Michel Gondry is coming to Nuit Blanche 2025 with a two-part offering. On the forecourt of Montparnasse Station, spectators will get a sneak preview of ‘Quelle Nuit Blanche !’, a brand new animated short film created especially for the event. This screening promises a poetic immersion into the director's rich imagination. At the same time, the École Municipale des Beaux-Arts de Villejuif will be transformed into a veritable ‘Amateur Film Factory’. For a limited period of three hours, participants are invited to collaborate on writing, filming and screening their own short films. A fun, collective film-making experience offering a concrete insight into the creative process.
The majestic Petit Palais is being transformed into a stage dedicated to celebrating 130 years of passion for cinema, the result of an exceptional collaboration between Gaumont and La Fémis. This special evening offers a journey through the history of the 7th art, combining screenings of iconic films, artistic installations exploring the many facets of cinema, and captivating audiovisual performances. Excerpts from restored films interact with contemporary creations, previously unseen archive footage reveals the behind-the-scenes of production, and innovative short films enrich this exploration. Meetings and discussions with leading figures from the world of cinema are also planned, offering the public a unique insight into the challenges and developments of this ever-changing art form.
The Louis Vuitton Foundation, an architectural gem dedicated to contemporary art, is opening its doors to a unique project orchestrated by Valérie Donzelli: an ‘Art Video Club’ exploring the theme of resistance through the lens of artist-made videos. Leaving behind the traditional cinema screens, these visual works take over the foundation's auditorium, offering an immersive and reflective experience. Valérie Donzelli's carefully curated selection invites deep contemplation of different forms of resistance, whether intimate, social or political, through bold visual narratives and varied aesthetics. This evening offers a stimulating encounter between experimental cinema and contemporary concerns, encouraging dialogue and questioning.
The Bidassoa Gymnasium is being transformed into a space for sensory contemplation with the monumental installation ‘ORBE’. At the centre of this immersive environment stands an imposing luminous sphere seven metres in diameter, the beating heart of an artistic ecosystem where abstract forms, sophisticated light effects and enveloping sound textures interact in harmony. Visitors are invited to wander around this fascinating structure, allowing themselves to be absorbed by the subtle colour variations and sound waves that will modulate their perception of space. ‘ORBE’ offers an enchanted interlude, an invitation to daydream and rediscover our senses in a universe where technology is at the service of aesthetic emotion.
The brownfield site of the future Saint-Ouen Grand Paris Nord University Hospital Centre is becoming the stage for a bold artistic exploration of the challenges of hypermodernity through body language, the power of music and cinematic storytelling. ‘La Ville dansée’ presents a series of choreographed performances designed by French and international creators, each offering their own interpretation of the social, technological and cultural changes of our time. These expressive movements dialogue with the reflections of contemporary thinkers, creating an echo between theory and artistic practice. This evening promises an immersive experience where moving bodies become vehicles of meaning, questioning our relationship with progress, urban space and identity in a constantly changing world.
When the sun goes down, a whole new side of Paris awakens, offering unique and unforgettable moments. Treat yourself to a cruise on the Seine, thrill to spectacular shows, immerse yourself in the fascinating world of cabarets or explore the city's secrets on night tours. The magic of the capital is revealed in a new light, promising unforgettable memories.
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Parisian public spaces are being transformed into a constellation of pop-up cinemas for ‘Les films dans la rue’. This initiative invites you to rediscover the seventh art in an urban setting, with a programme showcasing the vision and talent of pioneering female directors such as Delphine Seyrig, Alice Guy and Agnès Varda. These open-air screenings, scattered throughout different neighbourhoods, offer a contemplative break from the hustle and bustle of the night. Spectators are invited to slow down, settle in comfortably and let themselves be carried away by the magic of the images projected onto improvised screens, creating moments of sharing and conviviality in the heart of the city.
The sacred atmosphere of Saint-Pierre de Montmartre Church is the setting for a unique artistic encounter between music and dance through the ‘Harmonies 360’ event. The Kaija Quartet will perform composer John Cage's subtle and innovative ‘44 harmonies’, offering an immersive and meditative sound experience. These musical vibrations are set in motion by the grace and expressiveness of dancer Claire Lamothe, whose choreography mirrors the nuances of the score. Camille Garin, Madeleine Athané, Best, Maelle Desbrosses and Adèle Virey will also bring their artistic sensibility to this unique performance, creating a harmonious dialogue between the different disciplines and inviting the audience to engage in aesthetic and spiritual contemplation.
The Fontaine des Innocents, a Renaissance gem nestled in the heart of Paris, is being transformed into an ‘Altar of the Innocents’ thanks to a captivating immersive installation. This artistic display plays with natural and artificial elements to create an unforgettable sensory experience. Sophisticated lighting effects highlight the sculptures of the fountain from a new angle, while enveloping soundscapes and subtle wisps of smoke alter the perception of space. This temporary installation invites passers-by to rediscover this iconic monument in an unusual light, stimulating their imagination and senses through a poetic interaction with urban heritage.
The Médiathèque Louis Pergaud in Arcueil offers an original adventure for film buffs and curious minds: a 4-kilometre trail through the town, designed as a treasure hunt at the locations where films and TV series have been shot. Equipped with a detailed map and an informative road book, participants are invited to stroll through the streets of Arcueil, discovering anecdotes and production secrets related to films shot in their own urban environment. This fun and cultural exploration offers a new perspective on familiar surroundings, revealing the discreet but significant presence of cinema in everyday life. The starting point for this enriching walk is at the media library.
The Maison Populaire de Montreuil is hosting an explosive and unexpected evening, merging the world of contemporary art with the exuberant spectacle of wrestling. Inspired by the narrative and theatrical storylines of American television shows, this unique event presents hybrid artistic performances where video and visual installations interact with real wrestling matches. This unlikely encounter between two seemingly distant worlds promises to deconstruct codes and conventions, offering an experience that is both entertaining and thought-provoking on the notions of performance, spectacle and storytelling. Spectators are invited to let themselves be surprised by this daring proposition and to explore the boundaries between art and popular entertainment.
Nuit Blanche 2025 has many surprises in store across Paris and Greater Paris. Get ready for unique experiences combining contemporary art, experimental cinema, music and festive performances.
The IMA is opening its doors free of charge for Nuit Blanche, offering privileged access to its permanent collections and temporary exhibitions. The evening will be punctuated by a carte blanche for artist Mohamed Bourouissa, including screenings, music and a reading performance. A film session with films such as ‘Scènes d'occupation à Gaza’ and ‘Couvre-feu’ is also on the programme, promising a deep and free cultural immersion.
Embark on an artistic odyssey at 6b, where four resident artists invite you to explore new worlds. Beyond the ‘ACTION! #3’ exhibition, this evening promises captivating performances and immersive installations. The atmosphere is festive with DJ sets that will keep night owls dancing until 2am, transforming this venue into a vibrant space of creativity and celebration.
Mains d'Œuvres is dedicating its Nuit Blanche to experimental cinema and images, inviting the public to reinvent their perspective. On the programme: a captivating scenographic and sound installation, a vibrant fashion show followed by a DJ set, continuous screenings of experimental films that defy convention, and interactive installations. The evening will be accompanied by electro-ambient and multi-sensory concerts, offering an immersive and avant-garde experience.
The FRAC Île-de-France at the Réserves, in partnership with the Fondation Fiminco, La Galerie and Les Magasins Généraux, is offering a festive and creative ‘Nuit de l'Ourcq’. This night-time event runs over a long period and includes activities for all ages. Expect a family workshop dedicated to creativity, a daring fashion show, a lively concert and a joyful parade, transforming eastern Paris into a hive of artistic activity.
Point Éphémère is celebrating Nuit Blanche 2025 by hosting the opening night of the SOUMBOU Project. The result of an artistic residency on the island of Rogbanet in Guinea, this exhibition presents poignant photographic portraits of more than 200 children, accompanied by testimonials from around 30 of them. It is a human and artistic immersion that invites us to explore their lives and aspirations. But the evening doesn't end there! From 10pm until 3am, Point Éphémère will be transformed into a vibrant space with an eclectic musical programme. Expect lively DJ sets, captivating live sessions and original readings. Entry is free, giving everyone the opportunity to discover this unique exhibition and enjoy the night-time festivities.
To discover all the artistic offerings, practical details and exact schedules for this exceptional edition of Nuit Blanche 2025, please consult the official programme. You will find a wealth of information to help you plan your trip through Paris and Greater Paris.
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Nuit Blanche 2025 will take place on the night of Saturday 7 to Sunday 8 June 2025. The festivities begin in the evening on Saturday and continue late into the night, and even into the early hours of the morning for some events.
Access to most Nuit Blanche events is free and does not require booking. However, some specific venues or installations may require advance registration due to limited capacity. We recommend checking the detailed programme for each event on the official website of the City of Paris to confirm access details.
Public transport in Paris (metro, bus, tram, RER) generally runs until 1.30am/2am. We recommend checking the information a few days before the event to find out about any specific transport arrangements that may be in place. Also consider alternative modes of transport.
Please note that the Grenelle bridge, the Quai de Valmy (between Rue Louis Blanc and Rue de Lancry) and the Quai de Jemmapes (between Rue Louis Blanc and Rue de la Grange-aux-Belles) are closed to traffic. The Canal Saint-Martin crossing is closed to cars on Rue de Lancry and heavily disrupted on the Pont Louis Blanc due to a large street party organised from 7pm to 2am on the Canal Saint-Martin by artist Juliette Gelli and the Downtown Périgord collective.
