In February 2026, Paris offers a wide choice of outings for lovers: exhibitions, shows, fairs...
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While winter is in full swing and temperatures are low in the capital, lovers' hearts are set on Valentine's Day, February 14. Throughout the month, Paris offers a wide choice of outings to enjoy as a couple: exhibitions, concerts, shows, fairs... It's up to you to choose what pleases you!
Infinitely romantic, Paris is the city for lovers. For something a little out of the ordinary and the feeling of a little getaway, try out the city's most charming hotels with room service, enjoy specially designed duo menus on delivery or click & collect from the city's top restaurants. Discover the capital in a new light with a cruise on the Seine with Green River Cruises, walking hand in hand and looking around you in districts with a village feel in Montmartre - and its wall of I love yous - and the Marais or in Paris’s loveliest parks, embracing in front of the Médicis fountain in the Luxembourg Gardens, crossing the Pont des Arts (without putting a padlock on it!) or strolling the Père-Lachaise alleys to discover the story of the mythical lovers Heloise and Abélard... Passion is everywhere in the streets of Paris!
In February, highly anticipated new exhibitions open in Paris!
Like a tribute to the famous English photographer who passed away in December, the exhibition devoted to Martin Parr, Global Warning, opens at the Jeu de Paume (30 January 2026 - 24 May 2026). The MAD - Musée des Arts décoratifs, recreates an 18th century townhouse for the immersive exhibition A Day in the Eighteenth Century. A journey into the past, from 18 February to 5 July 2026. From 1 to 8 February 2026, the Grand Palais presents a colourful temporary exhibition unveiling for the first time 33 monumental carpets, commissioned by Louis XIV from the Manufactures nationales intended to carpet the Grande Galerie du Louvre.
This is also the opportunity to go and see the exhibition devoted to Philip Guston at the Musée national Picasso which draws a parallel between the drawings of Guston, the book by Philip Roth and the time of Nixon.
Photography enthusiasts won’t want to miss the exhibition at the Musée de la Libération de Paris to find out more about the secrets of Robert Capa by Magnum Photos from 18 February 2026 and until 20 December 2026. From the same date and until 19 July 2026, the Musée du Luxembourg looks back at the surrealist artist Leonora Carrington with a complete retrospective. And some excellent news: After two years of renovation work, the Musée de la Vie romantique reopens in February 2026!
To extend your artistic journey, don't miss The Art of Making at the Petit Palais, from 24 February to 1 March 2026. This free exhibition celebrates the centenary of the Chamber of Trades and Crafts through a creative dialogue between Parisian and Berlin artisans. A unique opportunity to admire the excellence of craftsmanship and contemporary innovation in a prestigious setting.
Photography celebrates its 200th anniversary in 2026 and 2027! Numerous exhibitions await visitors in Greater Paris, such as the tribute exhibition dedicated to Brazilian photographer Sebastião Salgado presented at Paris City Hall, from 21 February 2026 (until 30 May 2026).
On 7 and 8 February 2026, the Césure third place will host La Vaisselle des Chefs. This exceptional eco-friendly sale of prestigious items from leading Parisian restaurants combines tableware, reuse and solidarity.
This month, several wonderful exhibitions are coming to an end. Don't miss the last few days of:
Every year, Paris dresses up in the colour red to celebrate the Lunar New Year with panache. From 17 February 2026, the capital hosts colourful parades, lion and dragon dance performances, traditional markets, and cultural events to celebrate the Year of the Horse.
Come and enjoy a festive occasion, steeped in traditions and flavours, to celebrate the arrival of the new year under the zodiac sign of the Horse. Don't miss this opportunity to plunge into the vibrant cultures of Asia!
Forget the cold outside with a concert or show in the capital!
This February 2026, Paris has a great concert line-up. And the Accor Arena has a full and exciting programme. The month starts with a bang with Feu! Chatterton on Wednesday 11 February 2026, Rilès the next day on 12 February 2026, as part of his phenomenal world Survival Tour, followed by Italian singer Eros Ramazzotti on Saturday 14 February 2026, then Mika on 16 February 2026. As for chanson française, Clara Luciani is performing on Wednesday 18 and Thursday 19 February 2026, Louane on Friday 20 February 2026 and the eagerly awaited Indochine on eight dates between 24 February and 7 March 2026. The iconic concert venue in the Bercy district is pulling out all the stops.
English rock star Peter Doherty is no stranger to the Parisian concert scene and will be at Olympia on Wednesday 18 February 2026 and the king of Jamaican dance hall Sean Paul has a concert date at the Zénith de Paris La Villette on Thursday 26 February 2026. MGK (Machine Gun Kelly) will be performing at the Adidas Arena in Paris on Friday 27 February 2026.
Another exciting new event is on the bill in February: the musical written and composed by Sting, The Last Ship. This work, which blends his childhood memories with the story of a community of shipbuilders in northeast England, is at La Seine Musicale from 18 February to 7 March 2026.
In February 2026, Paris also offers an array of enchanting shows. There’s dazzling choreography with Holiday on Ice at the Zénith de Paris La Villette from 12 to 15 February 2026. After the movie sensation Monte Cristo, Alexandre Dumas's novel is being turned into a musical at the Folies Bergère from 5 February to 19 April 2026. Madame Arthur transports the public with a unique and quirky cabaret, whilst the Paradis Latin provides a glamorous spectacle with spectacular tableaux. The Moulin Rouge, a time-honored icon, puts on a glittering revue every night, with feathers, rhinestones and cancan. February has a great line-up of unforgettable shows in the French capital.
In February 2026, let yourself be transported by L’Odyssée Céleste, an immersive show by Luminiscence at Saint-Eustache Church. This 360° experience combines spectacular 3D mapping and live music to enhance the Gothic architecture of the monument. Between cosmic projections and choir performances, experience a unique sensory journey in the heart of Les Halles. An unmissable technological and poetic feat.
The Athénée Théâtre Louis-Jouvet also enhances your February evenings with an exceptional musical programme. On the vocal side, the famous Lundis musicaux offer intimate lyrical recitals, while the Jazz à l’Athénée cycle brings the stage to life with the young European guard and international artists such as ALA.NI. A prestigious Italian-style setting in which to savour the best of contemporary creativity.
Throughout February 2026, Paris offers some of the world's greatest operas and ballets. À l’Opéra de Paris, Un ballo in maschera by Giuseppe Verdi is performed at the Opéra Bastille from 27 January to 26 February 2026 whilst the Opéra Garnier stages Eugene Onegin by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky staged by Ralph Fiennes. And if you are a fan of classical music, go along to Saint‐Éphrem church or the Madeleine church for concerts by candlelight, throughout the month.
For a unique experience, Opéra a Palazzo provides an exceptional experience in the sumptuous setting of the Musée Jacquemart-André: Rigoletto and La Traviata come to life in this venue teeming with art and history. In February 2025, Paris invites you to celebrate the excellence and emotional richness of opera and ballet at prestigious performing art venues.
From 13 to 15 February 2026, fans of electronic music gather at the Maison de la Radio for the Présences Électroniques festival. This major event combines audacious creations and live performances, showcasing the great names of the international electro scene.
February is gourmet month! And it all starts on February 2, 2026, with Chandeleur. For the occasion, don't forget to enjoy some crêpes!
From 13 February to 1 March 2026, discover the Salon de Montrouge, an essential trade fair for contemporary art! Explore the creative world of emerging talents and marvel at their daring works. A unique opportunity for fans of art and artistic discovery.
From 21 February to 1 March 2026, the International Agricultural Show welcomes professionals in the sector and the public at the Paris Expo Porte de Versailles.
The world of wine meets at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles for the unmissable trade show Wine Paris & Vinexpo Paris (from 9 to 11 February 2026) with a new programme OFF for the general public. A festive event featuring a selection of Parisian addresses where you can taste quality spirits, innovative cocktails (with or without alcohol), original varietals and wines from passionate, environmentally friendly winemakers, accompanied by fine food. Themed evenings, food and wine pairings, tastings, blind tests ... are organized during these 3 discovery days.
On 1 February 2026, run along the world’s ‘most beautiful avenue’ by taking part in the ‘Fulfil10km des Champs Elysées 2026’ or go along and cheer on the runners in this unusual competition. The Accor Arena plays host to a major judo tournament, the Paris Grand Slam (from 7 to 8 February 2026).
On 1 February 2026, the Accor Arena welcomes the final of the French Ice Hockey Cup. Go along and watch an exciting match as the best teams vie for the title! In February 2026 League 1 is underway. The Parc des Princes, the home club of Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), hosts two matches: on Sunday 8 February 2026 PSG play Marseille and on Sunday 22 February 2026 PSG play Metz. On Thursday 5 February 2026, France opens the Six Nations rugby Championship 2026 welcoming the Irish team to the Stade de France at Saint-Denis.
Calling all e-sports fans: in February 2026, the adidas arena will host the Six Invitational, the world's leading competition for the game Rainbow Six Siege. This international tournament brings together the best teams on the planet for epic battles in an electric atmosphere worthy of the biggest stadiums. A unique opportunity to experience the thrill of high-level digital sport in an arena inaugurated for the Paris 2024 Games.
February is also a great month for kids who have two weeks of school holidays! Looking for ideas to keep them occupied? Don't worry, we have plenty of outings for you!
Popular cultural venues for kids and grown-ups? L’Atelier des Lumières with its captivating immersive exhibitions. Don’t miss Discovering Dinosaurs a journey back to the time of the dinosaurs until 28 February 2026. In a similar immersive style, the Musée en Herbe takes you deep into the depths of the ocean with Digital Abysses by artist Miguel Chevalier. Plus, Paris Montreuil Expo presents an exhibition which combines immersive settings with the world of LEGO during the exhibition LEGO Jurassic World until 3 May 2026.
The Cité des Sciences is the ideal place to learn while having fun. On the programme? Permanent exhibitions: Space Mission, Climate Emergency and Robots and the temporary exhibitions, Gardening (until 12 July 2026) and Cats and Dogs (until 30 August 2026). The Philharmonie de Paris offers a visitor trail for children to introduce them to music.
At the Aquarium Tropical, the exhibition Migrations and Climate invites kids to discover 200 documentary photographs, works of art, eyewitness accounts, videos, infographics, and installations, to explore this subject in a whole new way (until 5 April 2026). As for the Musée de l’Homme, it presents the blockbuster exhibition Mummies that excites kids even as it sends shivers down their spines (until 25 May 2026).
Venture into space, travel to the centre of the earth or defy gravity ... For incredible adventures for all the family, visit Science Expériences, at Bercy Village. The Musée de l’Orangerie opens its Family space for kids aged from 0 to 12 and their parents, in a setting inspired by the water lilies of Claude Monet. On the programme: creative and sensory discoveries of works in the museum’s collection with an activity and sound trail, a reading corner and creative and entertaining games.
The escape games organized by Team Break and the treasure hunts by Quiveutpister are also a great way to keep little ones occupied during the half-term holidays. For outdoor adventure enthusiasts there are treetop trails with Parc Aventure Floreval, at Bruyères le Chatel.
The Théâtre Mogador introduces young kids into the world of ballet with My first Ballet, which this year is staging Sleeping Beauty (until 8 March 2026).
The Opéra Comique also has a special programme for kids during the February holidays. They will be able to learn about the myth of Orpheus in the stage show Petite Balade aux enfers (A little walk through Hell).
The Forum des Images presents the new edition of the festival Tout-Petits Cinéma (from 15 February to 2 March 2025) with a series of ciné-concerts specially adapted for little ones from 18 months to 4 years. For older kids, head to the Cité de l’Histoire for one of three immersive sound and light shows: César for a total immersion into the time of ancient Rome, the Normandy Landings and the great Discoveries of Christopher Columbus. Finally, for a magical outing, enjoy - until 8 March 2026 - light shows Japan in Lights at the Jardin d'Acclimatation or Thoiry Wild Lights at Wow Safari Thoiry.
Discover the incomparable charm of the Montmartre district and its museums, vineyards,windmills, Sacré-Cœur…!
Pampered, arty, gourmet or quirky – there are a thousand ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day in Paris!
