The photo and video event
Since 2007, the Salon de la Photo has established itself as a reference in the world of photography and video in France. The editions follow one another and are constantly enriched to meet the expectations of visitors.
The show brings together the latest technological innovations with stands manned by the biggest international brands. Distributors and dealers present new shooting equipment, studio accessories, printing equipment, etc. So many products to be taken in hand and tested in a historical and cultural setting under the autumn light.
It is also the largest ephemeral photo studio. The event focuses on the sharing of expertise through workshops, training and masterclasses. In addition, it is this need to allow experimentation with shots that pushed the Salon de la Photo to move in 2022. It is now held in the Grande Halle de la Villette , which offers greater freedom of expression for the organization of photo spots (macro, sport, studio, architecture, culinary, etc.).
In addition to educational and technical content, it is possible to benefit from advice to promote the development of the professional activity of photographer with the Focus PRO.
In addition, a whole cultural program surrounds this photographic event. The Great Exhibition of the Salon de la Photo, the Great Meetings , the workshops, the International Festival of Culinary Photography and the conferences punctuate these 4 days rich in animations around photography and video.
Practical information about the Salon de la Photo
This major event for photo enthusiasts, content creators and professional photographers is held from Thursday, October 5 to Sunday, October 8, 2023 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. The Night of Photography is scheduled for Saturday, October 7 in an adjoining room.
Each day is an opportunity to discover different themes to get informed, train or improve. To optimize your time at the Salon de la Photo, the organizers advise you to get the map of the event. Thus, each day can be prepared according to the stands that interest you.
The detailed calendar of activities is also available on the lesalondelaphoto.com website to allow prior registration for paid workshops that require a booking.
Tickets are available directly online from the Salon de la Photo website. After confirmation of purchase, the ticket can be printed or presented directly from your smartphone. The ticket offices located at the entrance of the show also allow you to purchase a seat at normal or reduced price.
The ticket purchased online or on site is valid for the entire duration of the show. Access rights can therefore be reused for each day. A car park and specific access are dedicated to people with reduced mobility.
How do I get to the Salon de la Photo?
La Grande Halle de la Villette is located at 211 avenue Jean Jaurès, 75019 Paris. To get there by public transport, you have different options:
- The bus with a stop at Porte de Pantin via lines 75, 151 & PC 2 and 3
- The tram by taking line 3b to Porte de Pantin
- The metro from line 5 which serves the Gare du Nord, the Gare d'Austerlitz and the Gare de l'Est
Access is also possible by bike thanks to the Vélib' stations located nearby or by car by taking the Porte de Pantin exit via the Nord ring road.
Would you like to organise your stay in the capital from a distant city? The partner of the Salon de la Photo has selected a panel of hotels to facilitate the accommodation of visitors who travel from the province to participate in the event.
And to lighten your schedule, save time on the journey by reaching Paris in a few hours by plane thanks to our regional airline Chalair. Check out our daily weekday connections and take a seat on board one of our ATR-42s.
Photo: lesalondelaphoto.com