Do you love art and culture, but sometimes miss out on the exhibitions to see in the pink city? For the seasoned exhibition-goers out there, we’ve come up with a list of art and cultural events that should not be missed under any circumstances this year. Follow the guide and discover the must-see exhibitions of 2026 in Toulouse.
Jean-Charles de Castelbajac – L’imagination au pouvoir ” exhibition– Musée des Abattoirs, Toulouse
Toulouse celebrates the creative audacity of Jean-Charles de Castelbajac with a colorful exhibition at Les Abattoirs. Featuring nearly 300 works – from fashion to design to photography –“L’Imagination au pouvoir” invites visitors to plunge into the flamboyant universe of a visionary creator who blends art, pop culture and freedom. This abundantly illustrated tour covers over fifty years of creative work, from his beginnings in upcycling to his legendary collaborations with Keith Haring and Lady Gaga. A joyful immersion into the mind of an unclassifiable artist, for whom imagination remains the greatest of powers.
🗓️Dates: December 12, 2025 – August 23, 2026
📍Address: Les Abattoirs – 76, Allées Charles de Fitte – 31300 Toulouse
“Henri-Georges Adam. Un moderne révélé” – Musée des Arts Précieux Paul-Dupuy
Attention modern art lovers: don’t miss this eventful exhibition dedicated to Henri-Georges Adam, a major artist of the 40s and 60s. Until January 2026, discover this leading sculptor, engraver and tapestry cartonnier, whose work was hailed by Picasso and Sartre! The discovery is organized around a hundred works from the artist’s studio, divided between the Musée des Arts Précieux Paul-Dupuy, the Chapelle de La Grave and other emblematic sites in the Ville Rose, offering a varied cultural visit. It’s the perfect opportunity to restore this adopted Toulouse artist to his rightful place in art history!
🗓️Dates: Until January 18, 2026
📍Address: 3 Rue de la Pleau, 31000 Toulouse
Dalí invites himself to Toulouse: a surreal immersion in the heart of the Hôtel Albert 1er
Until February 8, 2026, the Hôtel Albert 1er is transformed into a showcase dedicated to Salvador Dalí with the exhibition ” Dalí s’invite à Toulouse “. Organized around six key themes, this plunge into the world of the master of surrealism highlights works from the private collection of Mickael Mamou, a great admirer of the artist for over 35 years. Sculptures, ceramics, maps and reliefs reveal an intimate and little-known Dalí, between creative madness and visionary genius. A unique artistic experience in the heart of the Ville Rose, between dream and imagination.
🗓️Dates: December 5, 2025 – February 8, 2026
📍Address: Hôtel Albert 1er, Toulouse
“DOMESTIQUE-MOI SI TU PEUX!” at the Toulouse Museum
Fancy an original outing in Toulouse? The Muséum offers you a stunning exhibition. Dive into the 10,000-year history of animal and plant domestication. Discover how humans have transformed living things, from wolves to dogs and cereal grasses. This exhibition of national interest also examines the impact of our practices on biodiversity. It’s an entertaining and scientific immersion not to be missed in the Ville Rose.
🗓️Dates: Until July 5, 2026
📍Address: 35, Allées Jules Guesde – 31000 Toulouse
The “Air France, une histoire d’élégance” exhibition at L’Envol des Pionniers
Embark on a journey back in time at L’Envol des Pionniers, where the exhibition “Air France, a history of elegance” transports you into the refined world of the French airline. Discover how the Ville Rose played a crucial role in the birth of Air France, through a fascinating collection of 170 original objects, from haute couture uniforms to models of legendary aircraft. Spanning 300 sq. m., this immersive exhibition invites you to relive the evolution of the French art of travel since 1933, skilfully blending aeronautical heritage and timeless glamour.
🗓️Dates: Until January 2027
📍Address: 6, Rue Jacqueline Auriol – 31400 Toulouse