What to do in Paris in February? Between Candlemas and Valentine’s Day, February is packed with festive events, but that’s never enough for the Paris Secret editorial team, who have put together a selection of outings and activities, each more entertaining than the last.
Travel back in time to the Jurassic era
Dinosaurs have invaded Paris! In the heart of the 11th arrondissement, the Atelier de Lumières presents a titanic immersive exhibition on the Jurassic period. Inspired by the Apple TV series of the same name, Prehistoric Planet: Dinosaurs offers a 360-degree dive into the world of these fascinating creatures. Walk in the giant footsteps of brachiosaurs and tyrannosaurs, presented here in life-size versions, through incredible landscapes projected onto the floor and walls of this former foundry converted into a temple of digital art. Carried by the spellbinding voice of Gérard Lanvin and the soundtrack by Hans Zimmer, Anže Rozman, and Kara Talve, created especially for the experience, let yourself be catapulted back 66 million years.
📍Location: Atelier des Lumières, 38 rue Saint-Maur, 75011
📅Date: until March 8, 2026
Discover Paris’s very first dog café
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Do you love dogs and coffee? Then head to Bone Appart café. Just like an authentic Parisian café, it serves hot drinks and sweet treats for dogs (and humans, of course). It’s cozy, cute, and a must-visit at least once in Paris!
🐶Location: 9 rue de Birague 75004 Paris
📆 Date: Mon-Fri 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Play with fire at the Philharmonie de Paris
At the Philharmonie de Paris, Playing with Fire sets classical concert conventions ablaze with an immersive installation that is as hypnotic as it is daring. With star pianist Yuja Wang making a virtual appearance, the audience is invited to enjoy a unique sensory experience. Here, sound becomes image, space is transformed in real time, and music takes on a new dimension. A fascinating dialogue between the real and the digital, at the frontier of art and technology in a vibrant space.
📍 Location: 221 avenue Jean-Jaurès, 75019 Paris
📆 Date: multiple dates until May 3, 2026
🎟️ Price:$0–$15
Rediscover a jewel of local heritage
This is one of the most dazzling events of the winter. LUMINISCENCE lights up Saint-Eustache Church once again with a new installment of its immersive show: L’Odyssée Céleste (The Celestial Odyssey). After a resounding success with over a million spectators worldwide, this new edition promises to be just as spectacular. Combining narration, live music, and 360-degree video mapping, this completely unique experience is simply a must-see this season.
📍Location: Saint-Eustache Church
📅Date: multiple dates until March 27
Relive the adventures of Harry Potter with a hilarious musical
Paris in February 2026? Among the must-see events this February, don’t miss Potted Potter, the hilarious musical that condenses the seven Harry Potter books into 70 minutes of laughter, songs, Quidditch, and fire-breathing dragons at the Théâtre du Gymnase. A family show that is as irreverent as it is endearing, for curious Muggles and die-hard fans alike.
📍 Location: Théâtre du Gymnase Marie-Bell, 38 Bd de Bonne Nouvelle, 75010 Paris
📆 Date: multiple dates
Take a trip to the Saint Ouen flea market at Anciennement Modern
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In February, take the opportunity to revamp your wardrobe at the Saint-Ouen flea market, specifically at Anciennement Modern. It’sthe first thrift store specializing in French vintage clothing from the 1920s to the 1980s! Chris displays a carefully curated selection of work, sports, and everyday clothing, lovingly sourced . You’ll find gems that will immediately make a difference to your look. In short, go for it!
📍 Location: Saint Ouen Flea Market, 94300
📆 Date: Monday to Saturday
Experience LEGO Mania to the fullest with an unusual exhibition
Looking for a fun and original thing to do with your family? Look no further, this is it. Jurassic World by Brickman features 6 millionLEGO® bricks assembled to create 50 impressive creations inspired by the Jurassic World universe, including 15 life-size dinosaurs. What’s more, you can create your own sculptures with 2 million bricks available to the public and creative workshops!
📍 Location: Paris Montreuil Expo
📅 Date: multiple dates until March 22
Discover an unusual street art exhibition in a disused ice rink
Arty tip alert: street art is celebrating with Urbain de Paname II! Until February 20, 2026,the cream of the crop of global street art (Banksy, Obey, Invader, JonOne, JR, Kaws, Mr. Chat, Vhils, etc.) is taking over a venue in the inner suburbs that is as unexpected as it is legendary. Forget traditional galleries, this year the underground scene is gaining momentum and taking up residence atthe Saint-Ouen ice rink, a veritable artistic springboard!
📍 Location: Saint-Ouen ice rink, 4 rue du Docteur BAUER
📅Dates: Until March 22, 2026
🎟️Price: $12
Travel to Japan without leaving Paris
Who said you had to break into your savings account to visit the Land of the Rising Sun? Japan in Lights at the Jardin d’Acclimatation offers you the chance to immerse yourself in Japanese culture without leaving the capital. After dark, the park is transformed into an illuminated kingdom where red temples, giant koi carp, floating lanterns, and cherry blossoms create a scene worthy of an anime movie in the heart of Paris. You walk along in wonder, as if the Parisian winter had opened up a secret passage to Tokyo, with 2,000 sparkling lanterns as your only guide. After the walk, the magic continues with Japanese specialties—sticky mochi, crispy gyoza, steaming ramen—before climbing aboard the Ferris wheel to admire Paris bathed in the colors of the Land of the Rising Sun.
📍 Location: Jardin d’Acclimatation
📅Dates: Until March 8, 2026
🎟️Price: From $12
Feast your eyes on the Zoo Art Show at La Défense
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4,000 square meters, 500 street artists from 28 different countries, including big names such as BANKSY, CHANOIR, INVADER, JR, JONONE, KAWS, MISS TIC, MR CHAT… In short, all the big names in graffiti and stencil art who answered the call of DIZE and SNAKE and took over a unique space in La Défense with tags, murals, installations, paintings, and digital works. The bonus: it’s designed for the whole family, and you have until June to visit this XXL exhibition!
📍Location: La Défense
📅 Date: multiple dates
Let yourself be lulled by a modern candlelit concert
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Candlelight concerts are stepping up a gear this February with a selection of classical concerts paying tribute to artists from all genres. Taylor Swift, Queen vs. ABBA, the best of metal and hip-hop, U2, Céline Dion… All in the glow of candlelight and enchanting settings: whether at the INJA or the Maison de l’Océan.
📍 Location: multiple locations
📆 Date: multiple dates
Get excited together by booking an escape game!
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In February, surprise your loved one by booking an escape game for two! Aboard the Titanic, in the catacombs, or in the heart of feudal Japan, your adventure promises to be as thrilling as it is unforgettable!
📍 Location: Paris
Try TOI, the immersive personality test
In February, discover “TOI,” an immersive journey of self-discovery. In total, there are no fewer than eight rooms where you can wander, play, interact, make decisions… and each of your reactions will change the course of events in real time. The essence of the experience? Define your “aura” through a virtual avatar and discover more about yourself. Ready to try it out? It’s happening at MOIR in the 14th arrondissement.
Location: 17 boulevard Saint-Jacques, Paris 14
Multiple dates
Surprise yourself in one of Paris’ many speakeasy bars
Tired of always going to the same place for a drink? How about a change of scene by stepping into one of the capital’s unique and clandestine bars? Click here to discover our selection of speakeasies! Mysterious but plentiful, these exceptional places are just waiting for you… But you still need to know where to find them!
Lose your mind at the mind-blowing Paradox Museum
In February, step inside a museum unlike any other. Here, you can leave your sense of direction and logic at the door! Skeptics and rationalists need not apply! In this hypnotic universe where everything is an illusion, your perceptions are played with. You’ll find yourself sucked into a sofa, upside down, in a kaleidoscopic vortex… The Paradox Museum has to be seen to be believed! Psssst! This winter, you can take part in a treasure hunt based on light throughout the museum, as well as exclusive evening events specially designed for families, with a magician and storyteller on February 28.
📍Location: 38 Boulevard des Italiens, 75009 Paris
📆 Date: multiple dates – exclusive evening event on February 28
Escape for a weekend to one of the romantic villages near Paris
Just 10 minutes, 30 minutes, or an hour from Paris, you’ll find magnificent green settings with unparalleled charm…Romantic villages such as Moret-sur-Loing, Provins, and Gerberoy await you for an enchanting getaway!
📍Location: less than 2 hours from Paris
Admire a free exhibition in Paris
Throughout this month, there are still some great free exhibitions to see in Paris. Photography, painting, drawing… you’ll be spoiled for choice!
📍 Location: Throughout Paris
📅 Date: multiple dates
Bring your science with the immersive Science Experiences tour
At Bercy Village, embark on a journey to the heart of science. Through seven themed rooms, Science Experiences invites you to explore every science imaginable. Travel to the far reaches of the universe in virtual reality in a new kind of planetarium, venture into a multisensory dive into the abyss, take part in a volcanic video mapping experience, discover the secrets of the human body or quantum physics… An activity to try with the whole family!
📍Location: ScienceExperiences – Bercy Village, 75012 Paris
📆 Date: multiple dates
Enjoy a delicious crêpe to celebrate Candlemas
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February means Candlemas! And for the occasion, it would be a shame not to take advantage of the best crêperies in Paris, wouldn’t it? Whether savory or sweet, the important thing is to devour them! And if you prefer to do everything yourself, we recommend trying Cyril Lignac’s foolproof recipe!
📍Location: Paris
(Re)experience all the Parisian must-sees
It’s no coincidence that Paris is considered one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Its majestic architecture, fascinating history, renowned cuisine, and many other treasures make it a unique city. You can discover its DNA through 1001 activities: some are new, others are timeless classics. Either way, they are all unmissable.