April 4-19
Return to Carnaval: Rituals, Roots, Rebels
An exhibition of photographer Jason Gardner’s colorful images of carnival celebrations around the world. Opening event on April 7, 2pm to 9pm.
Cinémorphe, Paris
April 12-14
Rare book fair
Some 170 bookshops will present their latest and rarest discoveries at the Salon du Livre Rare et de l’Objet d’Art.
Grand Palais, Paris
Through April 3
Bruno Nuytten retrospective
The renowned French director and cinematographer will host screenings of films from throughout his career.
Cinémathèque Française, Paris
Through April 19
Suburban jazzfest
Banlieues Bleues brings major jazz acts to the northern suburbs of Paris.
Various locations, Seine-Saint-Denis
Through April 6
“Transdisciplinary” festival
Étrange Cargo presents original contemporary performances.
Ménagerie de Verre, Paris
Through March 31
European film festival
L’Europe autour de l’Europe screens rarely seen European art films by the likes of Scotland-based director Laura Carreira and Portuguese Patricia Pinheiro de Sousa. Above: a scene from the 2018 Belgian film Les Enfants du Rivage (Fireflies).
Various venues, Paris
March 31-April 13
Women’s music festival
The focus is on diversity at Les Femmes s’en Mêlent, a festival highlighting women in the independent music scene. Past years have helped bring artists such as Christine & the Queens and Clara Luciani to success.
La Trabendo, Paris
Through June 6
Festival of innovation
100% festival showcases cutting edge theatre, dance, and art over several months.
La Villette, Paris
March 28-31
Art fair
Drawing Now focuses on contemporary drawing.
Carreau du Temple, Paris
March 29-31
Contemporary drawing fair
Ddessin presents 20 galleries featuring the work of young artists.
Atelier Richelieu, Paris
March 27-April 1
Drawing fair
The Salon du Dessin presents 39 top galleries specializing in Old Master, modern and contemporary drawings.
Palais Brongniart, Paris
April 1-7
Artisanal open house
During Les Journées des Métiers d’Art, artisans open their studios, hold exhibitions and give demonstrations of such crafts as jewelry-making or woodworking.
Various locations, Paris
Through March 31
Spanish film festival
La Fantastique Espagnol celebrates the best fantasy and horror films from Spain since 1960.
Forum des Images, Paris
Through March 31
Paris in pictures
Blogger and photographer Richard Nahem presents 12 years’ worth of photos of the City of Light.
Hôtel Pont-Royal, Paris
March 28 and 31
French film with English subtitles
Lost in Frenchlation presents Les Drapeaux de Papier (Paper Flags), directed by Nathan Ambrosioni (Thursday), followed by a Q&A with the lead actress, and a surprise comedy film (Sunday).