As a leading capital city, Paris welcomes many fairs, commercial events, and art shows. Some are the perfect places to discover the French craft tradition, French gastronomy, and new inventors or talented artists. Some of these events could perfectly complement your Parisian shopping experience. I selected a few and classified them by month so you can spot the one corresponding to your stay. Of course, just remember to check the event website before visiting it (exact dates, entry fees, location, etc…).
January
MAISON & OBJET (MOM)
3rd week / 5 days
Twice a year, the leading Home Decor fair connecting the international interior design and lifestyle community!
February
CAPITAL ART
3rd week / 5 days
The artistic event gathering 4 fairs with French and foreign artists : the French artists fair / the Independant Artists fair (since 1884 !) / the drawing &
water color fair / the figurative & abstract art fair. No doubt you will find there your futur favorite artist !
SALON INTERNATIONAL DE L'AGRICULTURE (SIA)
Last week / 9 days
The French show party in Paris, during a week ! A festive event displaying also (on the 2nd floor) thousands of great local food products...No best way to discover French gastronomy! Enjoy !
March
SALON INTERNATIONAL DE L'AGRICULTURE (SIA)
1st week / 9 days
The French farmers show in Paris, during a week ! A festive event displaying also (on the 2nd floor) thousands of great local food products...No best way to discover French gastronomy! Enjoy !
JOURNEES EUROPENNES DES METIERS D'ART (JEMA)
4th week / 7 days
The European event showcasing the knowledge of the craft-workers and Heritage manufacturers. This is the opportunity to visit traditional workshops, whatever the professional area. Booking in advance is compulsory for some re-known places.
April
FOIRE DE PARIS
4th week, 10-12 days
Since 1904, a commercial show displaying the latest products and services which will help you improve all the aspects of your daily life ! So it also includes wine and gastronomy of course 🙂 !
CONCOURS LEPINE INTERNATIONAL
4th week / 10-12 days
The international event dedicated to the innovation. A great way to meet inventors and spot the futur product which could change your life ! This event is held during the Foire de Paris fair.
URBAN ART FAIR
2nd week/ 4 days
For the urban art afficionados ! A rich programming bringing together French/ international galleries, artists, collectors,amateurs...
PARIS MANGA SCI-FI SHOW (2023)
1st week/ 2 days
Twice a year, the POP Culture show ! Conferences, autographs, video games, cosplay...and more!
FESTIVAL DU LIVRE DE PARIS
4 th week/ 3 days
The Book Festival event in Paris ! Writers, autographs, exhibitions, concerts, work-shops... Such a nice way to discover french books !
May
FOIRE DE PARIS
1st week, 10-12 days
Since 1904, a commercial show displaying the latest products and services which will help you improve all the aspects of your daily life ! So it also includes wine and gastronomy of course 🙂 !
CONCOURS LEPINE INTERNATIONAL
4th week / 10-12 days
The international event dedicated to the innovation. A great way to meet inventors and spot the futur product which could change your life ! This event is held during the Foire de Paris fair.
NUIT EUROPEENNE DES MUSEES
mid may / 1 night
The European night of museums will allow you to visit the French museums at night, free of charge.
TASTE OF PARIS
2nd week of may / 4 days
What about tasting the best French food and drinks, served by the Chefs themselves in their pop-up restaurants ? I knew you would like the idea 🙂 !
June
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September
PARIS DESIGN WEEK
2nd & 3rd week / 10 days.
The festive Design event where you can discover the new trends through vernissages, workshops, parties, concept stores, exhibitions & installations all around Paris !
MAISON & OBJET (MOM)
2nd week / 5 days
Twice a year, the leading Home Decor fair connecting the international interior design and lifestyle community!
LES MARCHES FLOTTANTS DU SUD OUEST
3rd week / 3 days
The floating markets of the south-ouest region arrive in Paris ! It is time to discover the famous south ouest gastronomy (foie gras among others) in a very festive atmosphere !
JOURNEES EUROPENNES DU PATRIMOINE (JEP)
Mid september / 2 days
The European Heritage Days ! What about visiting free of charge some French institutions (such as l'Elysée) and workshops which are usually closed to the public ? Preregistration usually required...
October
SALON DU CHOCOLAT
Last week-end of October / 5 days
The world largest event dedicated to the chocolate and cocoa. No need to be a chocolate addict to enjoy this fair : chocolatiers, pastry chefs, cocoa producers, major brands, food bloggers are in the place ! But also national and international competitions, live demonstrations... Even an amazing fashion show where the top models wear dresses made in chocolate !
THE PARIS AUTOMOTIVE WEEK
3rd week-end of October / 8 days
The Parisian event dedicated to automobile. This Paris Automotive week gathers together the Mondial de l'Auto and the Equip'Auto Trade Show !
November
OB'ART
3rd week / 3 days
A professional French craft-men fair where you can discover talented professionals and their unique creations/limited editions. You can buy these original creations at a workshop rate.
MADE IN FRANCE FAIR (MIF)
2nd week / 4 days
The great Made in France show gathering French manufacturers. Around 800 exhibitors for this commercial fair where you will find perfect true French products ! Enjoy your shopping !
CREATIONS & SAVOIR-FAIRE (2023)
3rd week / 5 days
The great Do It Yourself (DIY) fair ! The largest creative activities offer in France....No doubt your will find a nice work-shop or a new product to discover... Enjoy!
December
CARROUSSEL DES METIERS D'ART ET DE LA CREATION (CMAC)
1st week of December / 4 days
Since 2000, this craft-work fair has been managed under the supervision of the official Crafts and Makers professional guild. More than 140 French craft-men or artists, carefully selected will display their creations.
PARIS MANGA & SCI-FI SHOW (2022)
1st week of December / 2 days
Twice a year, the POP Culture show ! Conferences, autographs, video games, cosplay...and more!
