In February, Paris offers a wide choice of outings for lovers: exhibitions, shows, fairs...
Discover the calendar of events and cultural or leisure outings taking place during February.
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 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 Abelard... Passion is everywhere in the streets of Paris!
In February, highly anticipated new exhibitions open in Paris!
The Atelier des Lumières is offering an immersive retrospective of the career of the famous artist Picasso whose work marked the 20th century art scene with "Picasso, l’art en mouvement" (from 13 February 2025 to 4 January 2026). Alongside this event "Le Douanier Rousseau, au pays des rêves" features the most striking works of painter Henri Rousseau, a major figure in Naïve or Primitive art who art was greatly inspired by the City of Light.
The exhibition "Degenerate Art: The trial of modern art under Nazism" presented at the Musée Picasso (from 18 February to 15 May 2025) brings together an important selection of paintings, drawings and photographs that were stigmatized and censored by the Nazi regime from the 1930s onwards.
L'Envers du décor returns to the Palais de la Porte Dorée on 7 and 8 February 2025 for two exceptional evenings. Performances, concerts and installations celebrate the last days of the exhibition Every Life is a Story.
Some fifteen artists will transform the spaces of the Palais into a theatre of contemporary creations, offering an unprecedented night-time stroll. Event free with reservation, from 7pm to midnight.
Forget the cold outside with a concert or show in the capital!
This February 2025, Paris has a great concert line-up. On 6 February 2025, Yamê delights audiences at Olympia with a captivating melodic world of rap, jazz and electro influences. On 12 February 2025, the legendary band Toto fills the Zénith with their timeless hits. Gims wows La Seine Musicale on 22 February 2025 with his great hits. On 23 February 2025, Pitbull transforms the Accor Arena into a lively dance scene. On 26 February 2025, Cage the Elephant brings a rock vibe to the Zénith, followed by an ‘electric’ performance by Franz Ferdinand on 27 February 2025 at La Cigale. This month the French capital is a must for music fans.
In February 2025, Paris also offers an array of enchanting shows. There’s dazzling choreography with Holiday on Ice at the Zénith de Paris. Les Folies Gruss celebrate 50 years of magic at the Carrefour des Cascades, with circus and exciting entertainment. 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.
Throughout February 2025, Paris offers some of the world's greatest operas and ballets. At the Opéra de Paris, enjoy the world of baroque with Castor et Pollux from 1 February 2025, followed by the majestic epic by Wagner, Das Rheingold, on 2 February 2025. Not to miss on 6 February 2025, romantic passion with I Puritani, Bellini’s masterpiece of bel canto.
At the Opéra Comique, the spellbinding tragedy Médée awaits you on 8 February 2025. 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 4 to 9 February 2025, 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, with Chandeleur. For the occasion, don't forget to enjoy some crêpes!
From 7 to 23 February 2025, 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 22 February 2025 to 2 March 2025, 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 10 to 12 February 2025) 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 2 February 2025, run along the world’s ‘most beautiful avenue’ by taking part in the ‘Fulfil10km des Champs Elysées 2025’ or go along and cheer on the runners in this unusual competition.
TheAccor Arena plays host to a major judo tournament, the Paris Grand Slam (from 1st to 2nd of February 2025). The eighth edition of the Meeting de Paris Indoor also takes place at the Accor Arena on 9 February 2025. Over the course of an evening, French and international track and field stars compete in a series of events. On 16 February 2025, 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 League 1 is underway. The Parc des Princes, the home club of Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), hosts two matches: on 9 February 2025 PSG play AS Monaco.
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!
The Cité des Sciences is the ideal place to learn while having fun. On the programme: the new permanent exhibition
Space Mission and the temporary exhibitions, Silence (until 31 August 2025) and Dance (until 28 June 2025). The Philharmonie de Paris offers a visitor trail for children to introduce them to music. The Galerie des Enfants at the Centre Pompidou regularly hosts free art installations for children under 10.
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 Musée des Arts Décoratifs offers a fascinating exhibition on the very symbol of childhood with My Teddy Bear.
The Théâtre Mogador introduces children to ballet with Mon premier Lac des Cygnes (‘My first Swan Lake’) (until 9 February 2025), designed by the ballet master of the Opéra de Paris, Fabrice Bourgeois.
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 the immersive sound and light show ‘Cesar’, a total immersion into Roman antiquity. And for a magical outing, there's the light trail ... "Lantern Festival: Dinosaur Ball" at the Jardin d'Acclimatation (until 2 March 2025).
During the February holidays in Paris, there are plenty of activities to discover: visit top museums such as the Louvre and Orsay, explore fascinating temporary exhibitions, enjoy a cruise on the Seine to admire the city all lit up, join a workshop for kids, stroll through parks like the Tuileries Gardens, and enjoy delicious food at gourmet markets. Plus, don’t miss shows and entertainment for a fantastic week!
Immerse yourself in the magical atmosphere of Paris in February: admire the city’s monuments all in lights, take a dinner cruise on the Seine, explore hidden bars, enjoy a show or a play at the theatre, and discover exhibitions in the evening. For nightlife, lively districts like the Marais and Pigalle are the places to go for a party atmosphere. And why not finish off the evening with a romantic stroll along the illuminated streets of Paris!
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!
