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Things to do in Paris in March 2027

Events, festivals, and the public holidays that quietly close things — for Paris, France, in March 2027. The point isn't just the list. It's making sure the places you already want to see are actually open on the days you'll be there.

Planning a Paris trip in March?

Paste the recommendations you've collected — from friends, a ChatGPT itinerary, or blog listicles. ValidaTrip checks every place against your March dates: opening hours, closures, what needs booking ahead, and which Paris events overlap your trip.

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Events & festivals in Paris, March 2027

Dates and ticketing change constantly — treat this as a starting point and confirm anything you'd build a day around.

  • Mar 1 – Mar 9

    Paris Fashion Week

    A major event in the fashion calendar, showcasing the latest collections from top designers and brands. — Tickets may be required for certain shows; check the official Paris Fashion Week website for details.

    via GPT Festivals

  • Mar 15 – Mar 31

    Foire de Paris

    A large trade fair featuring a variety of exhibitors showcasing products from home decor to gourmet food. — Advance tickets available online; check the Foire de Paris website for more information.

    via GPT Festivals

  • Mar 20

    Spring Equinox Celebration

    A celebration of the arrival of spring with various activities, workshops, and performances around the city. — Free entry to public events; some workshops may require registration.

    via GPT Festivals

  • Mar 24 – Mar 27

    Paris Book Fair (Salon du Livre)

    An annual book fair featuring authors, publishers, and literary discussions, celebrating literature in all its forms. — Tickets can be purchased online or at the venue.

    via GPT Festivals

Public holidays & closures in March 2027

On these dates banks, government offices, and many attractions in France close or switch to holiday hours. Worth checking before you pin a must-see to one of them.

  • Mar 29

    Easter Monday

    Easter Monday (Lundi de Pâques)

    via Nager.Date

Turn this into a Paris plan that actually works

Open on your dates

Every place checked against the days you're actually in Paris — so you don't reach a locked door.

Booked before it sells out

Timed tickets and reservation-only spots get flagged while you can still get a slot.

One area per day

Places grouped by neighborhood so each day stays put instead of crossing Paris twice.

Questions

What's on in Paris in March 2027?
Around 4 notable events and festivals fall in March 2027, including Paris Fashion Week, Foire de Paris, Spring Equinox Celebration. Dates and times change — confirm each before you build your day around it.
Are there public holidays in Paris during March 2027?
Easter Monday (Mar 29). Banks, government offices, and some attractions close or run holiday hours on these days.
Will the places on my list be open when I'm in Paris in March?
Not always. Opening days and hours vary by weekday, season, and holiday. Paste your Paris list into ValidaTrip and it checks every place against the exact dates you're there, flagging closures before the trip instead of at a locked door.
How do I plan Paris days without crossing the city twice?
ValidaTrip groups your places by neighborhood so each day stays in one or two areas instead of zig-zagging. It also flags what needs booking ahead, so timed tickets and reservations don't fall through.

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