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Photo Days 2026
Since 2020, Photo Days has offered carte blanche to French and international artists for atypical venues, and invites you on a unique photographic route through Paris and its region. For one month, museums, cultural institutions, galleries, foundations, fairs, and festivals join Photo Days to showcase the full range of global photographic production to enthusiasts and curious visitors alike.
About
As every year for the past six years, Photo Days invites you to a unique photographic journey through Paris and its surrounding region. For one month, museums, cultural institutions, galleries, foundations, fairs, and festivals come together for Photo Days to help enthusiasts and the curious discover the full breadth of global photographic production.
The full breadth of global photographic production
Since 2020, Photo Days has invited visitors to a unique photographic journey through Paris and its surrounding region. Each year, during the month of November, Photo Days unites museums, cultural institutions, galleries, foundations, fairs, and festivals to help enthusiasts and the curious discover the scope of global photographic production.
But the main ambition of Photo Days is to reveal exceptional venues through original, tailor-made works created by artists who are little-known or unknown, as well as those with international reputations. Since 2020, 25 exhibitions have been created in atypical locations.
The 2026 edition of the Photo Days festival is under the patronage of agnès b.
Our take on this event
Paris becomes a giant gallery this weekend as hidden spaces and unexpected corners open their doors to bold photographic works. Whether you are an art aficionado or just curious, this event invites you to explore the city through the lens of visionary artists in settings you would otherwise never access.
Photo Days returns from November 2 to November 30, 2026, turning Paris and its surrounding region into a premier destination for photography lovers. This international festival unites museums, art galleries, foundations, and cultural institutions to showcase the global diversity of photographic production. With agnès b. serving as patron, the event invites everyone to explore a wide array of exhibitions featuring bespoke works. Admission is free under specific conditions, providing a unique opportunity for both enthusiasts and the general public to discover exceptional locations and hidden artistic gems throughout the month of November.
Throughout the month of November 2026, the Photo Days festival brings together an extensive network of cultural venues across Paris and the surrounding region. By collaborating with museums, foundations, galleries, and various art festivals, the event offers a comprehensive overview of the global photography scene. The 2026 edition is honored by the patronage of agnès b., reflecting the festival’s ongoing commitment to artistic expression since its inception in 2020.
A key priority of Photo Days is to guide visitors through exceptional spaces, highlighting exclusive, site-specific works created for the event. Since 2020, this approach has led to the creation of 25 unique exhibitions, showcasing the talents of both emerging artists and internationally renowned photographers. Attendees can explore these diverse venues from 02/11/2026 to 30/11/2026. Please note that while the experience is designed to be accessible, entry is free under certain conditions.
