Exciting Paris events during February include final Winter Sales (look for the biggest bargains this month!), a lively roster of concerts and museum shows, a much-loved orchid show in the botanical garden's greenhouses, and believe it or not, the first signs of spring toward the end of the month.
Visiting Paris in February?
If you're coming to Paris this month, consider booking your "bucket list" tours and activities ASAP to make sure you get your top choices.
Top Paris attractions & experiences:
- 1-Hour Seine River Cruise - Relax while you see iconic Paris sights
- Eiffel Tower Entry Ticket with Optional Summit Access - Most popular choice
- Louvre Museum Skip-the-Line Ticket with Host for Mona Lisa
Most popular Paris destinations this month:
- Disneyland Paris 1-Day Ticket - Favorite family-friendly activity
- Seine River Dinner Cruise - Savor a gourmet dinner with Champagne and live music while you see iconic Paris monuments including the Eiffel Tower
- Moulin Rouge Cabaret Show with Champagne - Top-selling cabaret experience
February gets off to a tasty start with La Chandeleur (a.k.a. "Pancake Day"), when everyone in France eats crepes.
Valentine's Day means you'll see lovely displays in bakery windows, and special menus in the city's romantic bistros. If you're visiting, don't miss the romantic dinners, shows, and cruises on this day.
With warmer temperature, noticeably longer days (especially toward the end of the month), and the first flowers appearing on early-blooming cherry trees, February is a wonderful time to explore Paris, visit museums, and enjoy hints of romance in the air.
Want to celebrate being in the "City of Love"? Pose for a photo in front of the famous blue and white Wall of Love in Rictus Square in Montmartre where you'll see I Love You written 311 times and in 250 different languages.
Top photo: Le mur des je t'aime (the Wall of Love) in Rictus Square in Montmartre, (c) Paris Discovery Guide
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Valentine's Day in Paris: Celebrate Your Love in the City of Love
It's hard to imagine a more romantic city in the world than Paris - so what better destination to celebrate your love on Valentine's Day, especially if you plan to propose?
First, save by finding a cheap flight so that you can splurge once you get there by staying at a 5-star Palace hotel.
Spend the day exploring the city and enjoying a leisure lunch in a cozy bistro.
As night falls, head out to one of these romantic destinations for the perfect place to propose:
- Valentine's Day Seine River Cruise with 5-Course Gourmet Dinner & Live Music - Champagne, wine, and live music round out this wonderful experience for February 14. Find out more
- 3-Course Dinner Cruise with Optional Champagne - Available every evening, this gourmet 3-course dinner cruise with live music down the Seine lets you enjoy beautiful illuminated top Paris attractions such as the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame Cathedral, and Louvre Museum. Find out more
- Moulin Rouge Dinner Show with Champagne & Transportation - Celebrate Valentine's Day at Paris's legendary Moulin Rouge cabaret while you savor a 3-course gourmet dinner, sip Champagne, and enjoy the fabulous "Feerie" show. Book now
And if a proposal might happen - or if you just want to commemorate the day, consider getting romantic photoshoot to capture your special day in Paris.
February Concerts in Paris - 2025
Paris concerts during February include an exciting mix of opera and ballet, top contemporary artists in music halls and stadiums, and classical concerts in historical churches, where you can hear favorites such as Mozart, Bach, Chopin, Vivaldi, and more.
- Candlelight Concerts: Tribute concerts to Celine Dion, Vivaldi, Coldplay, romantic classics - various Paris venues - Multiple dates throughout February
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More Paris Fashion Sales!
Even though Paris's famous Winter Sales have ended, you'll still find some tempting ways to save on the newest trends and vintage. Consider these interesting options:
- Outlet Shopping Mall - Even though the official sales may be over, you can still find steep discounts as well as sales on top of the discounted prices at La Vallée Village outlet shopping mall just 35 minutes outside of Paris, where over 70 French and international (American, British, Italian, etc) brands offer signficant savings, typically on last-season fashions.
- Paris Influencer Closet Sale - Parisian fashion influencers Isabeau Delatour & Blondinav hope to make room for new things by emptying their closets on February 9, 10am - 5pm, at The Hill Door (76 Rue Réamur, 2nd arr). Look for designer and vintage pieces, bags, shoes, and accessories for €5 to €150.
- Comédie Française Boutique (1 Place Colette, across from the Louvre, Paris 1) - Each Thursday from Jan 30 until supplies run out, the world's oldest active theatre company (founded 1680) selects about 10 vintage costumes from their reserves and puts them on sale for €50 to €500. Made in the theater's workshops, each piece has a label with the name of the actor who wore it, the title of the play, and the year(s) it was performed. It's your chance to take home a unique piece of French culture (and perhaps wear it to a special party).
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La Chandeleur in Paris: Crêpe Day!
In case you've never heard of La Chandeleur, it takes place on February 2 and is the day in France when everyone eats crêpes. (In English, it's called "Candlemas" - or just "pancake day.")
Why? The date is based on a rather obscure Roman Catholic holiday that celebrated the presentation of Baby Jesus at a temple 40 days after Christmas, which is the 2nd of February.
La Chandeleur is also associated with superstitions about prosperity (you'll lose it if you drop a gold coin held in your left hand while holding a crepe pan in your right hand and flipping the crepe in the air) and the weather (rain on February 2nd predicts 40 more days of rain - similar to Groundhog Day in the U.S. and Canada). How to prevent these mishaps? Eat crepes.
Bottom line: If you're in Paris on February 2nd, head to the nearest creperie to celebrate this tasty French tradition.
Fun Ways to Tour Paris in February
What to see Paris from a fun, slightly off-the-beaten-path perspective? Take a look at these interesting ways to experience the city's culture:
- Paris Speakeasy & Hidden Bars Guided Tour - Your guide will lead you through secret passages to hidden underground bars while sharing insights into their rich history
- Urban Art Mural Walking Tour - See some of the best and biggest murals in Paris and learn about their international artists from your guide as you explore one of Paris's lesser-known districts
- Montmartre Cheese, Wine, & Pastry Guided Walking Tour - Sample delicious delicious French cuisine and wine at 8 stops as you soak up the ambiance in one of Paris's most romantic neighborhoods
Paris Exhibits - Must-See Shows during February 2025
These are just a few of the top exhibitions you can see in Paris this month:
- Louvre Couture: Art & Fashion Statement Pieces - A major exhibition tracing decorative styles with 65 designs from Byzantium through the Second Empire on display. If you think of the Louvre as just a place to see the Mona Lisa and other paintings, this show may change your mind!
Insider's Tip: If you love this exhibition and have a spare hour or two, wander over to the nearby Musée des Arts Décoratifs housed in the Louvre's West Wing (you have to leave the Louvre Museum and go around to Rue de Rivoli to access it) where you'll find even more exhibits dedicated to fashion, decorative arts, and design.
Dates: Through July 21 - Tickets: 22€ adults plus the Louvre's 3€ online booking fee; includes special exhibits and permanent collections; book in advance for skip-the-line access; can also book in advance with a Paris Museum Pass
Location: Rue de Rivoli, Paris 1; Metro: Palais Royal/Musée du Louvre - Grand Palais Immersif: PIXELS - An Interactive Experience with the Creative Universe of AI - A multimedia immersive show focused on the senses - fun for all ages.
Dates: Through April 6
Tickets: Get online
Where: 110 rue de Lyon (Opera Bastille complex; entrance is on the side of the building), Paris 12; Metro: Place de la Bastille - Fondation Louis Vuitton: Pop Forever, Tom Wesselmann & ... - An exhibition on Pop Art, with a major focus on 150 works by Tom Wesselmann, plus 70 works by 35 other Pop artists spanning Dadaism to the present day - Dates: Oct 16 - Feb 24, 2025
Tickets: Book in advance
Location: 8 Avenue du Mahatma Gandhi, Bois de Boulogne, Paris 16; Metro: Les Sablons, plus a 10-minute walk (or take the shuttle bus included with the ticket) - Centre Pompidou: Suzanne Valadon - About 200 paintings and drawings organized into five themes show the artistic development of this Montmartre model-turned-artist, known especially for her boldly realistic paintings of nudes.
Dates: January 15 - May 26, 2025; Level 6
Tickets: 15€ adults; book online (includes some shows plus permanent collections) or use your Paris Museum Pass for free entry; shows in several galleries require an additional ticket at (usually) an extra cost of 1-2€, so book the "permanent and temporary" ticket if you want to see one of these exhibits.
Getting there: Rue Saint-Martin between Rue Rambuteau and Rue Merri, 4th; Metro: Rambuteau, Hôtel de Ville, Châtelet; RER: Châtelet les Halles, lines A, B, D
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Candlelight Concerts during February
For a memorable musical evening in Paris, check out the Candlelight Concerts held in unique venues ranging from the historical Odeon Theatre to the Eiffel Tower, plus a few authentic Parisian performance spots you've probably never hear of (but are typically in the 5th or 6th arrondissements and easy to reach).
Musicians play by candlelight (the safe flameless type), and depending on which concert you choose, you'll hear everything from classical music to tribute concerts to groups such as ABBA and Queen,
This month, you'll even find a couple of special Valentine's Day concerts, including one at the Eiffel Tower.
Chinese New Year Parades in Paris - Dates & Locations 2025
Dragon Dances - Chinese New Year Celebration
Although Chinese New Year actually begins in January this year, the Chinese New Year parades, festivities, and other events span about two weeks during late January / early February in Paris, home to Europe's largest Asian community. Don't miss the chance to experience the big parades with Lion Dancers, colorful dragons, drums, firecrackers, food, and activities!
Chinese New Year (also called Lunar New Year, or Têt) falls on Saturday, January 29 in 2025, which marks the Year of the Snake. According to traditional beliefs, people born in the Year of the Snake are wise, calm, creative, and open to transformation (like snakes as they shed their old skins).
In China, New Year celebrations typically take place over about a 15-day period after the onset of the holiday and that is generally true for Paris as well, which means that some events will be in the early part of February.
Here are dates and locations of the biggest New Year parades and other celebrations taking place in February (see our January Events article to learn about those occuring earlier):
- Champs Elysees Chinese New Year Parade - Sunday, February 2, 3pm - 4pm - Participants wearing Hanfu (traditional Han Chinese clothing) with flags and a few dragons march a 3-block stretch of the famous avenue on Car-Free Sunday (always the first Sunday of the month) when it becomes pedestrianized for the day.
- Faubourg Saint-Honoré (where it intersects Rue Royal) - Wednesday, February 5, 12:30 - 2:30pm - Festive red lanterns and a colorful parade along Rue de Faubourg Saint-Honoré with about 30 lion dancers, dragon dancers, and drummers.
- 13th Arrondissement Spring Festival & Parade - Sunday, February 9, 12 noon, and continues for several hours. The largest Chinese New Year Parade in Paris with lion and dragon dances, and many marchers and even more watchers. The 13th district reflects numerous Asian cultures: Chinese, Vietnamese, Cambodian, Tibetan, Mongolian. Parade route & more details
- Marais Chinese New Year Parade - Parade starting from Place de la Republique - Date to be confirmed
Future Chinese New Year dates: February 17, 2026, February 6, 2027, January 26, 2028, February 13, 2029, February 3, 2030
Biggest Paris Sports Events during February 2025
Catch Paris Saint-Germain in the EU Cup playoffs at Parc des Princes in the 16th arrondissement:
- Paris Saint-Germain vs Brest - Parc des Princes - February 19
For a different sort of immersion into Paris sports, join a behind-the-scenes tour of Stade de France, Paris's largest stadium and home to many of France's top championship games such as Fifa World Cup.
"One Thousand and One Orchids" Show at Jardin des Plantes 2025
Chase away the final dregs of winter at the Botanical Garden's annual display of 1,001 rare and fabulous orchids (just a tiny fraction of the Garden's collection of 92,000 specimens) arranged in natural settings throughout the garden's enormous greenhouses.
Dates: February 6 - March 10, 2025, open daily except Tuesdays (to be confirmed)
More information: website
Tickets: Buy online or at the greenhouse entrance (admission to the Botanical Garden is free). Please note: It's best to buy online in advance because dates fill up quickly as this show is extremely popular.
Location: Greenhouses, Jardin des Plantes, 57 Rue Cuvier, Paris 5; Metro: Jussieu, Place Monge, Austerlitz, or Quai de la Rapée (walk across the Pont d'Austerlitz bridge to the garden)
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The Dinasaur Ball at Jardin d'Acclimatation 2025
Over 100 dinosaurs and 2,000 glowing lanterns will light up Jardin d'Acclimatation (next to Fondation Louis Vuitton) as this year's Lanterns Festival transforms this popular garden and amusement park into an evening fantasy land filled with giant illuminations.
You'll see 40 species of tyrannosaurs, velociraptors, allosaurus, triceratops, and more. This family-friendly event takes place from November 29 through March 2 from 6pm-9:30pm on Wednesdays through Sundays, excluding regular holidays, plus additional days on school holidays. Find more information and a link to get the special tickets (not the regular entrance tickets) here.
Of course, you can also visit Jardin d'Acclimatation (check out ticket options here) during the day as you stroll along the trails in this popular children's amusement park on the edge of Bois de Boulogne in Paris's 16 arrondissement, and explore the exquisite Korean Garden, Norman "hamlet" complete with farm animals, aviary, beautiful peacocks roaming the grounds, and wooded slopes.
Admission is 7€ at the gate (5-minute walk from Les Sablons Metro station) - or you can get free entrance to the park (but not the Lantern Festival) when you have a ticket to Fondation Louis Vuitton, where you can see the Pop Forever Tom Wesselmann & ... show on Pop Art through February 14.
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Winter Sales on Designer Fashions - Final Days 2025
The famous Paris winter sales end on February 4.
By early February, Soldes signs in store windows all over the city will be announcing final reductions - as high as 70-80%, and occasionally even more.
Savvy shoppers know that these last few days are when you'll find the biggest bargains.
Can you still find any desirable items in the sales area? Absolutely!
PDG Publisher's Note: I've snatched up some of my favorite capsule wardrobe pieces for unbelievably low prices during the last day or two of the Paris sales. Always check to see what's left on the rack! ~ Susan
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More for Jazz Lovers: Le Châtelet Jazz Festival 2025
The Théâtre du Châtelet, a beautifully renovated Second Empire theater dating back to 1862 in Paris's 1st arrondissement, hosts its third annual Jazz at Le Châtelet Festival from February 5 - 10, 2025.
Look for an eclectic program featuring all styles of jazz, from swing to gypsy jazz and even klezmer music, with some performances designed to appeal to young audiences.
Location: 2 Rue Edouard Colonne, Paris 1
Tickets: Prices range from an affordable 6€ to 75€ (with most in the 6-20€ range - reserve
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