The Centre Pompidou is known for its pioneering spirit, and the 2026 winter season reflects this legacy. Visitors can expect immersive multimedia installations, major contemporary retrospectives, conceptual projects, digital art explorations, photography showcases, and research-driven thematic exhibitions.
The museum also continues to expand its focus on cross-disciplinary works — blending architecture, design, moving image, sound, and interactive technologies.
In addition to the primary exhibitions, the Centre Pompidou offers winter-exclusive performances, artist talks, cinema screenings, and workshops. The quieter season allows travelers and locals alike to explore the museum in a slower, more reflective atmosphere, appreciating both permanent highlights and seasonal innovations.
From emerging voices to internationally acclaimed creators, the winter program provides a panoramic view of contemporary artistic thinking.
Event Overview
A winter season of bold experimentation, groundbreaking contemporary art, and vibrant cultural programming at one of Europe’s most iconic museums.
The Centre Pompidou’s Winter Program 2026 presents a dynamic lineup of exhibitions, multimedia installations, retrospectives, and experimental projects that reflect the shifting landscape of global contemporary art. Designed for curious travelers, professionals, and art lovers, this season highlights the museum’s signature blend of innovation, dialogue, and cultural exploration.
1 January 2026 - 28 February 2026
Centre Pompidou Place Georges-Pompidou, 75004 Paris, France
Mission:
The mission of the Winter Program is to champion cutting-edge creative practices, deepen public engagement with contemporary art, and present new ways of understanding the world through artistic expression. Pompidou aims to: • foster experimentation, • elevate emerging talent, • promote interdisciplinary collaboration, • maintain accessibility and education through public programming.
Organizer:
Centre Pompidou (National Museum of Modern Art, Paris) A landmark institution renowned for its collections, research, and leadership in contemporary culture.
• See Paris’s most progressive and experimental winter exhibitions • Explore major contemporary retrospectives and new commissions • Experience digital installations, sound art, video works, design showcases • Avoid peak-season crowds for a calmer, richer museum visit • Attend exclusive winter talks, film screenings, and performances • Ideal for contemporary art professionals, collectors, students, and travelers • Enjoy the architectural spectacle of Pompidou itself — an icon of modern design
By Metro:
• Rambuteau Station (Line 11) — directly beside the museum
• Hôtel de Ville (Lines 1, 11) — 5 minutes walk
• Châtelet–Les Halles (Lines 1, 4, 7, 11, 14 + RER A/B/D) — 7–10 minutes walk
By Bus:
Routes 29, 38, 47, 75 serve the area.
From Airports:
• Charles de Gaulle → RER B → Châtelet–Les Halles (45 minutes)
• Orly → Orlyval + RER B → Châtelet–Les Halles (35–45 minutes)
Walking:
Located in the heart of the 4th arrondissement, surrounded by cafés, galleries, bookstores, and historical streets.
Parking:
Underground public parking at Beaubourg and Hôtel de Ville.
Tickets are limited and sell out fast.
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Early access. Limited availability. Global art at your fingertips.
Winter programs at the Centre Pompidou have become a defining tradition, offering a reflective counterpoint to the museum’s major spring and summer showcases.
Rooted in the institution’s philosophy of experimentation, the winter season emphasizes research-driven curation, interdisciplinary exchange, and emerging artistic practices.
Over the past decades, winter exhibitions have introduced breakthrough artists, launched influential media-art projects, and deepened scholarly engagement with the Pompidou’s extensive collections.
• Visit early in the morning for near-empty galleries
• Reserve tickets online to skip queues
• Allow 2–3 hours to explore seasonal and permanent exhibitions
• Check the museum’s cinema and performance schedule — winter has unique programming
• Explore the rooftop for one of Paris’s best panoramic views
• Combine your visit with nearby Le Marais galleries
• Bring headphones if you enjoy interactive digital sound pieces
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Early access. Limited availability. Global art at your fingertips.