Welcome to Things to Do in Paris, listeners! I'm Ollie Bennet, your globe-trotting sports nut turned holiday hype machine, and today we're diving into the City of Light's festive frenzy on this crisp Saturday, December 20, 2025. Paris is buzzing with winter magic—think chilly air around 5°C, twinkling lights everywhere, and that unbeatable holiday cheer blanketing the streets like a giant snowball fight.

Kick off your day with these top picks: Lace up for the massive Grand Palais Ice Rink under its glass roof, featuring a towering Eiffel Tower in the center—perfect for family spins and hot chocolate pit stops, open through January 7, according to Sortiraparis. Culture vultures, catch the free Arman exhibition at the 17th arrondissement town hall, showcasing bronze sculptures and rare paintings till January 31. Families, head to Parc Astérix for their Magical Christmas with a new outdoor ice rink, Viking market, and light parade from today through January 4. Night owls, groove to the KOM“O”MIZS winter edition at Solum with disco balls and pastel vibes, as nss magazine reports. And don't miss Santa's grand arrival in nearby Meaux with fireworks and a funk concert—Navigo pass friendly!

Local buzz: Paris City Hall's Enchanted Forest Christmas Market is in full swing with Made in Paris artisans till January 4, and Zeus the Olympic mechanical horse is free at Musée des Arts et Métiers through January 10. No major transit hiccups, but bundle up for those evening chills.

Must-dos today: Stroll the Eiffel Tower Christmas Village for gourmet treats and views, wander Galeries Lafayette's dazzling windows under the dome, or immerse in the Luminous Odyssey at Parc Floral with 1,000 lanterns and a drone show. Hidden gem? Zip to the free Contes et Histoires storytelling at national monuments starting today—rediscover heritage with a twist!

Local tip: Parisians swear by mulled vin chaud from Montmartre's 100% French Christmas Market—sip one while eyeing Sacré-Cœur for that insider glow.

Tomorrow, more ice action and markets await—tune in for the scoop!

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