February Events in Paris

A Guide to the Best Exhibits, Shows and Special Events

Sources: Paris Convention and Visitors Office, Paris Mayor's Office
The following guide applies to February 2009.

Seasonal Events

• Valentine's Day Events and Ideas
  
  
• Year of the Ox: Chinese New Year Celebrations in Paris
  When: Festivities through early March
  What: Colorful dragons, dancers, and chariots make for a festive and unique event. Try going out to eat in one of the 13 arrondissement's authentic Chinese restaurants afterward.
  Read more about Chinese New Year in Paris
  
  
• Ice-skating rinks: Every winter, ice-skating rinks are set up at several locations around the city. Admission is free (not including skate rental).
  Where: (2008-2009 locations):
  
  
  • Hotel de Ville (Metro Hotel de Ville): from December 19 through March 1, 2009.
    Mon.-Fri: 12pm-10pm; Friday: 12pm-midnight; Saturday: 9am-midnight; Sunday: 9am-10pm.
    
    
  • Montparnasse (Metro Montparnasse Bienvenue): from December 19 through March 1, 2009.
    Mon-Fri: 12pm to 8pm; weekend: 9am-8pm.

  Arts and Exhibits

  • From Miró to Warhol: The Berardo Collection
    Through February 22, 2009
    Over 70 works from the vast collection of art collector José Berardo explores the history and development of four major 20th century artistic movements: surrealism, abstractionism, new realism and Pop Art. Major works from Miró, Dali, Andy Warhol and Julian Schnabel are highlights.
    Location: Musée du Luxembourg
    RER: Luxembourg
    Through February 22nd, 2009
    
    
  • Picasso and the Masters
    The Grand Palais is currently running an ambitious exhibit that explores the work and influences of Spanish cubist painter Pablo Picasso. Whether you're an expert on Picasso's work or are encountering it for the first time, the show promises to give a solid overview of the artist's development and early influences, from Goya to Renoir and Manet. The exhibit showcases some 200 works and should allow even those who are very well-versed in Picasso's creations to gain new perspective. Through February 2009.
    Location: Galeries Nationales du Grand Palais
    3, avenue du Général-Eisenhower, 8th arrondissement
    Metro: Franklin D. Roosevelt (Line 1)
    
    
  • Robert Frank: Paris and the Americans
    The theme of Americans in Paris can feel a little tired and hackneyed, but Swiss-born photographer Robert Frank seemed to bring a fresh eye to the American love affair with the city of light.
    Through March 22, 2009
    Location: Jeu de Paume
    1, place de la Concorde, 8th arrondissement
    Metro: Concorde

  More February Events in Paris: Shows and Trade Fairs

  More on Paris in February: Weather and Packing Guide

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