Welcome to Things to Do in Paris, listeners! I'm Oly Bennet, your globe-trotting sports nut turned city explorer, buzzing with energy on this fresh New Year's Day in 2026. Paris is vibing with post-fireworks glow—think crisp winter air around 5 degrees Celsius, sunny skies after last night's epic blasts over the Arc de Triomphe and Champs-Élysées, where thousands partied till dawn, as Firstpost and No Intervals captured in their live footage. Mayor Anne Hidalgo led the countdown amid dazzling lights, with the Eiffel Tower sparkling at midnight per APT reports.

Kick off your day with these hot picks: Lace up for the massive Grand Palais Ice Rink under its glass roof—open till January 7th with a giant Eiffel Tower centerpiece, perfect for family spins and hot chocolate, courtesy of Sortiraparis family guides. Culture buffs, dive into the immersive Dinosaurs exhibit at Atelier des Lumières, running through March, or catch Kamel the Magician's superhero show at Théâtre Déjazet for kiddo thrills till January 4th. Music lovers, snag spots for Messmer's hypnosis spectacle at Grand Rex starting January 16th, or the poetic Nutcracker reboot by Benjamin Millepied at La Seine Musicale from the 7th. Night owls, ease into evening with lingering New Year's afterparties or Paradox Museum's mind-bending illusions and new Hans & Gretel Café.

Local buzz: Champs-Élysées saw a concert axed for crowd safety but fireworks ruled, with 10,000 police on duty says CBS News—no major transit hiccups reported, though expect festive crowds. New openings? Keep eyes on free entry Sundays at Yvelines castles from January 4th.

Must-dos today: Stroll the still-lit Champs-Élysées for that victory parade feel—I'd race you there like it's the Tour de France! Hidden gem: Warm up at Paradox Museum's XMAS MINDLIGHT illusions. Seasonal win: Glide the world's largest indoor rink.

Local tip: Parisians dodge lines by hitting museums like Musée d'Orsay's Sargent exhibit—open now till January 11th—mid-morning on holidays; grab a café crème and people-watch like a pro.

Tomorrow? Disney Village ramps up concerts near Disneyland Paris, plus free park plays at Parc de la Villette. Tune in for more epic discoveries!

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