Bienvenue to “Things to Do in Paris” for Friday, July 25, 2025! Paris is buzzing as we head into a weekend packed with excitement, culture, and summer festivities. Right now, the City of Light is basking in gorgeous sunny weather—a perfect backdrop for some of the year’s most anticipated events and the joyful energy rippling through the city as the Tour de France finale approaches.

Let’s jump into today’s highlights! First up, the city’s skyline will dazzle tonight with the DroneArt Show—a breathtaking spectacle of luminous drones choreographed to live classical music above the Hippodrome de Vincennes. It’s a unique blend of technology and artistry, sure to delight all ages, and runs tonight and tomorrow[1][4].

If you love outdoor experiences, the Fête de la Seine launches tomorrow, transforming Paris’s iconic riverbanks with live concerts, sporting challenges, and family activities. It’s a salute to both summer and last year’s Olympic Games, with festivities stretching through the weekend[1][4].

Classical music fans should not miss Les Arènes Lyriques, the enchanting open-air festival in the secret Arènes de Montmartre garden. Evening concerts here capture the magic of Paris in summertime[1].

For something quirky, the Paradox Museum just added five mind-bending new immersive installations—perfect for some reality-bending fun and Instagram-worthy photos. Cap it off with a treat from their Hans & Gretel Café[3].

And for nightlife, head to La Guinguette du Hangar Y in Meudon for DJ sets, games, and an open-air cinema on a dreamy waterside terrace[3].

Switching gears to key news and citywide updates: As anticipation builds for Sunday’s Tour de France arrival, expect substantial traffic and parking restrictions around central Paris—especially near the Champs-Élysées, Montmartre, and several bridges from this evening through Sunday night. Public transit is your friend, so check routes in advance and allow extra travel time[2]. On the culinary front, there’s buzz about several rooftops reopening just for summer—try Celeste at Cheval Blanc Paris or Han Rooftop atop Musée Guimet for sweeping views and sun-drenched cocktails[3][9].

Now, for your Paris must-do list today:
- Snap photos on the storybook Rue Crémieux.
- Explore the Musée de la Chasse et de la Nature, a lesser-known delight for art and animal lovers[6].
- Book a sunset cocktail at a pop-up rooftop bar—these ephemeral experiences capture Paris at its summer best[3][9].

Local tip: While everyone flocks to the Seine quays, dip into Passage Brady for fragrant Indian and North African cuisine—a slice of authentic Parisian diversity away from the crowds[6].

And don’t forget, tomorrow brings more magic: the Fête de la Seine festivities intensify, the EDF Aqua Challenge open water race splashes down at Bras Grenelle, and Stray Kids light up Stade de France for K-pop fans[1][4].

À bientôt—tune in tomorrow for all the latest, and enjoy everything Paris has to offer today!

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