Art Basel Paris 2025

About Art Basel Paris 2025:

Overview of Art Basel Paris 2025  

Art Basel Paris returns from October 24 – 26, 2025, transforming the Grand Palais into the heart of the international art world. With 206 galleries from across the globe, the fair brings together blue-chip art, groundbreaking contemporary works, and cross-cultural dialogue. Positioned within Paris’s exceptional cultural ecosystem, this flagship fair bridges France’s creative industries and global art markets.

VIP Days (Invitation Only):

- Wednesday, October 22 | 10am–8pm (First Choice)
- Wednesday, October 22 | 4pm–8pm (Preview)
- Thursday, October 23 | 11am–2pm (First Choice, Preview & One-Day VIP)

Vernissage (Invitation or Ticket):

- Thursday, October 23 | 2pm–8pm

Public Days:

- Friday, October 24 | 11am–7pm
- Saturday, October 25 | 11am–7pm
- Sunday, October 26 | 11am–7pm

The historic Grand Palais (Avenue Winston Churchill, 75008 Paris) offers a monumental backdrop for Art Basel Paris. Centrally located, it is easily accessible by public transportation:

- Métro: Champs-Elysées – Clémenceau (Lines 1, 13)
- Bus: Lines 42, 72, 73, 93
- RER: Invalides (Line C)

In 2025, 206 international galleries will exhibit across three sectors:

- Galleries: Leading names in modern and contemporary art.
- Solo Projects: Spotlighting individual artists with groundbreaking practices.
- Curated Sections: Special presentations reflecting today’s global cultural dialogues.

Visitors will discover works ranging from painting, sculpture, and photography to installations, digital media, and experimental practices.

The 2024 edition of Art Basel Paris was the first to take place at the Grand Palais, welcoming over 65,000 visitors and 195 galleries from 42 countries, including 65 based in France. New initiatives such as Premise, dedicated to curatorial projects, and Emergence, spotlighting young talent, reinforced the fair’s innovative spirit. The Public Program, staged across ten Parisian landmarks with Miu Miu as partner, further connected the fair to the city’s cultural life.

Photo: Courtesy of Art Basel

Photo: Courtesy of Art Basel

Exhibitors reported strong sales, placing works by Louise Bourgeois, Julie Mehretu, Willem de Kooning, Lee Ufan, Olga de Amaral, and other major artists into leading collections. The fair also drew representatives from more than 220 museums worldwide, alongside collectors, patrons, and cultural leaders, solidifying Paris’s role as a key hub in the global art market.

Photo: Courtesy of Art Basel

Photo: Courtesy of Art Basel

Photo: Courtesy of Art Basel

To ensure a seamless visit, Art Basel Paris maintains strict security and accessibility policies:

- Prohibited Items: Backpacks, oversized bags, umbrellas, drones, or wheeled devices.
- Accessibility: Free manual wheelchairs are available on request.
- Photography: Allowed for personal use if non-disruptive.
- Food & Drink: Available only in designated areas.
- Smoking Policy: Strictly no smoking, including e-cigarettes, within the venue.

Art Basel Paris 2025 coincides with Paris Art Week, featuring museum exhibitions, gallery openings, and performances across the city. Highlights include:

- Matignon Saint-Honoré Association Opening (Oct 20)
- Private Visit at Chaillot Théâtre National de la Danse (Oct 21)
- Vernissage at Institut Suédois (Oct 22)
- “Spin Spin Scheherazade” Performances at Bétonsalon (Oct 23–24)
- Exhibitions: Jaume Plensa: 5 rêves, 5 désirs (Galerie Lelong) and Fernanda Gomes (Peter Freeman, Inc.)

Art Basel Paris 2025 offers a unique opportunity to experience Paris’s premier international art fair in the historic setting of the Grand Palais. Visitors can discover exceptional works from both renowned and emerging artists, while also enjoying a rich program of cultural events during Paris Art Week. Beyond the art, the fair provides a vibrant meeting point for collectors, curators, and cultural leaders from around the world, making it an unmissable event in the global art calendar.