Bonjour listeners, welcome to today’s electric edition of Things to do in Paris, coming at you live on Friday, November 7, 2025! The Parisian sky is cool and crisp this morning—a “carry-a-scarf-but-dare-to-dine-al-fresco” vibe, with autumn leaves drifting across café terraces and that thrilling anticipation of the holiday lights about to sparkle on the Champs-Elysées. The city is buzzing, from classic elegance to sneaker-fueled streetwear swagger, and Ollie Bennet here is ready to help you dive right in.

What’s lighting up the City of Light today? First up, if you fancy yourself a bit of a culture connoisseur, tonight is your moment: the Musée du Louvre is open for free after 6pm—it’s the first Friday, so book ahead and marvel your way through priceless masterpieces under the moonlight. If you’re itching for live entertainment, Shy’m stars in “Chicago: The Musical” at Casino de Paris beginning tonight, promising razzle-dazzle and jazz hands to set your weekend swinging. Seeking festival energy? The Pitchfork Music Festival roars through its final nights, with indie icons and experimental beats scattered across ten venues. For art aficionados, Photo Days 2025 is in full gear until the end of November—think pop-up exhibitions from the Grand Palais to the Marais, including photographic explorations by Francesca Allen at Paris Photo, and Alta Vista Arts presents "She Persists" starting tomorrow. And sneakerheads, assemble! The Paris Sneaker Festival invades Espace Charenton tomorrow, touting the rarest kicks, DJ sets, and street food—lace up for collector mayhem!

Families, don’t miss the start of Disney’s Enchanted Christmas at Disneyland Paris tomorrow (bring tissues for happy tears and extra socks for frosty feet), plus Parc Astérix is still haunting up Halloween thrills until November 11. Fancy a leafy stroll? The Marjolaine Organic Show at Parc Floral offers workshops, lively debates, and eco-friendly shopping—trade a croissant for kombucha and feel virtuous.

In today’s news, Paris saw a peaceful protest at the Israeli Philharmonic concert last night at the Philharmonie—reports say four were detained but concerts continue citywide without interruption, so music lovers don’t miss a beat. New Yorkers are jealous: from tonight, the city’s Christmas window displays begin to glow, with Julien Cohen’s secret-location flash mob featuring 300 musicians set for Sunday. If you’re navigating the city, metro lines are running on regular schedules after last week’s brief maintenance—hop on for easy access to all your stops.

Hungry for something new? Trendspotters rave about Chez Monix, the riverside winter chalet pop-up on the Seine—imagine raclette, gondolas, and faux-ski magic without ever leaving town. For a slice of history, explore the free outdoor exhibition honoring the tenth anniversary of the Paris attacks on the railings of Hôtel de Ville—an important, moving tribute worth making a moment for.

Ollie’s quick tips: Parisians buy their baguettes twice daily at favorite boulangeries—not only is it fresh, but chatting with the baker pretty much counts as a social club. Oh, and don’t leave the Louvre without a selfie by the inverted glass pyramid—legend has it luck follows those who dare to snap from the upside down!

Looking ahead, tomorrow brings the start of the family-friendly Explor’Espace astronomy festival in Montrouge, plus shopping and style galore at the Pop-Up “All’s Fair,” inspired by Kim Kardashian and Glenn Close’s new series, where you can snag upcycled wedding dresses for free. The city’s just warming up, so don’t stray far!

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