Six Must-Attend Fairs and Exhibitions in Paris This September 2026
As September 2026 approaches, Paris and its surrounding areas are gearing up to host a diverse array of six fairs and exhibitions. These events cater to a wide range of interests, including a wedding fair, a major home decoration show, a paper art fair, a wellness exhibition, an antique fair on a Seine island, and a recreational vehicle show. Whether you’re planning a project, looking for unique finds, or simply exploring new interests, this guide covers all the essential details.
1. Paris Wedding Fair: September 5-6, 2026
The Paris Wedding Fair at Porte de Versailles will bring together over 300 specialized exhibitors on September 5 and 6, 2026. Future brides and grooms can meet reception venues, caterers, dress designers, jewelers, photographers, and honeymoon organizers. The fair runs from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM on both days, offering ample time to compare offers and attend fashion shows. Practical workshops on dance, decoration, and photography are also scheduled. The venue is accessible to people with reduced mobility, and a cloakroom (2€ per item) and on-site catering are available. A free invitation can be downloaded from the official event website.
- Dates: September 5-6, 2026
- Location: Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, Paris
- Hours: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Exhibitors: Over 300 (venues, caterers, designers, jewelers, photographers, honeymoon planners)
- Highlights: Fashion shows, practical workshops (dance, decoration, photography)
- Accessibility: Accessible for people with reduced mobility, cloakroom (2€), on-site catering
- Admission: Free invitation available on the official website
2. Maison&Objet: September 10-14, 2026
From September 10 to 14, 2026, Maison&Objet at Paris-Nord Villepinte will welcome nearly 5,000 brands and exhibitors from around the world. This edition is themed “Pulse in Motion” and covers furniture, lighting, tableware, textiles, and lifestyle accessories across various thematic halls. A dedicated Design District, curated by the Hall Haus collective, will showcase emerging creators alongside established brands. The program also includes conferences and talks. The fair is open from Thursday to Monday, from 9:30 AM to 6:30 PM (closing at 6:00 PM on Monday). It is easily accessible by RER B from Paris (terminus Parc des Expositions, approximately 30 minutes).
- Dates: September 10-14, 2026
- Location: Parc des expositions de Paris-Nord Villepinte, Villepinte
- Hours: 9:30 AM – 6:30 PM (closes 6:00 PM on Monday)
- Exhibitors: Nearly 5,000 brands and exhibitors
- Theme: Pulse in Motion
- Focus: Furniture, lighting, tableware, textiles, lifestyle accessories
- Special Features: Design District for emerging creators, conferences and talks
- Access: RER B to Parc des Expositions
- Note: Exclusively for professionals
3. Fine Arts Paris: September 19-23, 2026
Fine Arts Paris will take place at the Grand Palais from September 19 to 23, 2026, featuring around forty galleries specializing in fine arts and drawings. The selection includes works on paper, pastels, watercolors, engravings, and paintings, spanning from the Renaissance to 20th-century artists. Each artwork undergoes rigorous verification for provenance, authenticity, and conservation status. The fair caters to seasoned collectors, enlightened amateurs, and fine arts students alike. The event includes guided thematic tours, conferences, and an on-site catering area. The Grand Palais is accessible to people with reduced mobility (free accompanying person, priority entry upon request). Check the official website for schedules and ticketing information.
- Dates: September 19-23, 2026
- Location: Grand Palais, Paris
- Exhibitors: Around 40 galleries (specializing in fine arts and drawings)
- Artworks: Works on paper, pastels, watercolors, engravings, paintings (Renaissance to 20th century)
- Verification: Rigorous checks for provenance, authenticity, conservation
- Audience: Collectors, amateurs, students
- Activities: Guided tours, conferences, catering area
- Accessibility: Accessible for people with reduced mobility
4. Salon ZEN Paris: September 24-28, 2026
The Salon ZEN at Espace Champerret in the 17th arrondissement of Paris will dedicate five days to well-being, personal development, and alternative medicine, from September 24 to 28, 2026. Exhibitors will cover a wide range of practices, including naturopathy, yoga, sophrology, lithotherapy, holistic nutrition, and coaching. The program of conferences and workshops, mostly accessible without reservation, is a major highlight. The event typically attracts around 17,600 visitors. Espace Champerret is accessible from the Porte de Champerret metro station (Line 3). Detailed schedules are available on the official website.
- Dates: September 24-28, 2026
- Location: Espace Champerret, Paris (17th arrondissement)
- Focus: Well-being, personal development, alternative medicine
- Practices: Naturopathy, yoga, sophrology, lithotherapy, holistic nutrition, coaching
- Highlights: Conferences and workshops (mostly no reservation needed)
- Visitors: Approximately 17,600 per edition
- Access: Metro Line 3 to Porte de Champerret
5. Foire de Chatou: September 25 – October 4, 2026
The Île des Impressionnistes in Chatou, just minutes from Paris, will host the 111th edition of the Foire de Chatou from September 25 to October 4, 2026. Over 320 exhibitors will present antique furniture, art objects, jewelry, paintings, silverware, watches, and antique toys on a site certified for authenticity and quality. The fair attracts between 25,000 and 30,000 visitors per edition. It is open daily from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM (last entry at 6:00 PM). Ticket prices are 10€ for general admission, 7€ for students, 6€ for groups of 10+, and free for children under 15. Access is via RER A (Rueil-Malmaison or Chatou-Croissy stops), with a free shuttle from Rueil-Malmaison. Free parking is available under the Chatou bridge.
- Dates: September 25 – October 4, 2026
- Location: Ile des Impressionnistes, Chatou (near Paris)
- Exhibitors: Over 320 (antique furniture, art objects, jewelry, paintings, etc.)
- Visitors: 25,000-30,000 per edition
- Hours: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM daily (last entry 6:00 PM)
- Admission: 10€ (general), 7€ (students), 6€ (groups 10+), free (under 15)
- Access: RER A (Rueil-Malmaison or Chatou-Croissy), free shuttle from Rueil-Malmaison, free parking
6. Recreational Vehicle Show: September 26 – October 4, 2026
The Recreational Vehicle Show at Parc des Expositions de Paris Le Bourget will run for nine days, from September 26 to October 4, 2026, dedicated to motorhomes, caravans, converted vans, and travel vans. Visitors can explore hundreds of vehicles, compare interior layouts, and speak directly with brand representatives. The event also features a used vehicle area, an accessories section, and practical conferences on maintenance, onboard energy, and European regulations. An accommodation parking area is available for motorhome owners wishing to stay on-site. The show is open daily from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Access by car via A1 (exit n°5) or by shuttle every 15 minutes from the RER station (8:00 AM – 8:00 PM, until 10:30 PM on Friday). Online booking is recommended.
- Dates: September 26 – October 4, 2026
- Location: Parc des Expositions de Paris Le Bourget, Le Bourget
- Focus: Motorhomes, caravans, converted vans, travel vans
- Features: Hundreds of vehicles, used vehicle area, accessories section, practical conferences
- Accommodation: On-site parking for motorhomes
- Hours: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM daily
- Access: A1 (exit n°5) or RER shuttle
- Booking: Online reservation recommended
Source: jds.fr
