Bonjour, globetrotters! Welcome to “Things to do in Paris” with your truly enthusiastic sportster and offbeat enthusiast, Oly Bennet. Today is Saturday, November 1, 2025, and hooo boy, Paris is buzzing like a rugby scrum in overtime. The city’s waking up to a breezy All Saints’ Day—expect mild autumn temps, a touch of mist in the morning, and Parisians on the streets making the most of a national holiday with that classic mix of style and nonchalance.

Let’s set the scene: This is no ordinary Saturday. Tons of people have the day off, so Paris is bursting with energy. According to Sortiraparis, most museums and monuments are open, and it’s prime time to conquer those blockbuster exhibitions and cultural gems without the weekday work rush. Major venues like the Louvre and Orsay still crackle with that autumn cultural electricity, while the city’s smaller galleries and outdoor art are hosting day-trippers and creative souls alike.

You want the day’s hottest events? Oly delivers:

For the family, the final day of the Parc de l’Étrange at Parc André Citroën launches you into 13 wild, immersive worlds with pyrotechnic shows and more than a thousand shimmering lights. Imagine Alice in Wonderland meets haunted house. Bonkers and brilliant.

Chocolate lovers, unite! The Salon du Chocolat at Parc des Expositions is still in full swing. It’s the 30th anniversary, there’s chocolate everywhere, and plenty of pastry wizardry for good measure. This is hands-on, taste-everything deliciousness—leave your calorie counter at home.

Art hounds, it’s the last chance for the legendary Salon d’Automne on Place de la Concorde. More than 1,000 works strut their stuff in the open air, spanning sculpture, painting, and delightfully weird installations. Rain or shine, the creativity sizzles.

Night owls and partygoers, Paris Follies at La Coupole brings Downton Abbey glam and roaring ‘20s jazz back for one epic night. There will be ballroom dancers, burlesque, and enough live music to keep your feet moving till sunrise. Arrive dressed to the nines: think velvet capes, feather boas, or a suit that says, “I successfully infiltrated a period drama.”

After-dinner explorers, don’t miss the free nocturne at the Bourse de Commerce. Roam through fascinating contemporary art collections late into the night, and soak up a serene museum atmosphere you rarely get during the day.

Looking for vintage treasures? Paris’ bustling All Saints’ Day flea markets and sidewalk garage sales are your hunting ground. Bargain like you’ve never bargained before—maybe you’ll score a retro Tour de France jersey or a croissant lamp (it’s Paris, anything’s possible).

In city news, watch out for some Metro updates—trains are running holiday schedules, so check before you dash. Paris also just kicked off Restaurant Week: a chance to feast at the city’s buzziest new eateries and old favorites with special menus all month. Word on the street from Paris Update: a new vegan bistro just opened in the Marais, winning fans with plant-based macarons. Ooh la la, innovation never tasted so sweet.

If you’re still on the fence, here are Oly’s must-dos: climb up Sacré-Cœur for panoramic selfies, then treat yourself to a Montmartre hot chocolate so rich your spoon stands afloat. Dip into hidden passages around Grands Boulevards for offbeat shopping and secret café nooks. And if thrill-seeking’s your thing, Paris’ skate parks—like Jemmapes—are a riot with local legends showing off flips and spills.

Oly’s local tip: Save time by booking museum slots online. And Parisians swear by the “secondary entrance trick.” These little-known doors—like the Richelieu Wing at the Louvre—can save you a half-hour of queuing. Legendary hack!

Before I dash off to the next quirky competition—did someone say “Parisian snail racing”?—mark your calendars: Tomorrow kicks off the Day of the Dead festivities with artful skulls and colorful Mexican traditions in Belleville, plus the start of the Marjolaine organic fair for nature lovers and green eaters.

That’s your November 1 Paris scoop with me, Oly Bennet—bringing you the wildest, most flavor-packed experiences this city has to offer. Thanks for listening, please subscribe, and remember—this episode was brought to you by Quiet Please podcast networks. For more content like this, please go to Quiet Please dot Ai.

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