Paris is alive with excitement this week and there is no better place to soak up summer thrills than right here in the City of Light. This Thursday kicks off the first anniversary celebrations for the Paris Olympics and the city is rolling out the red carpet all weekend long for locals and visitors alike. According to Paris je t’aime and Sortir à Paris, expect open-air film screenings near the Pont de Sully Friday evening, with La Convention citoyenne sur l'avenir de la Seine at 7 pm followed by the Naudet brothers’ "Au cœur des Jeux" at 9 pm. These movies set the tone for a weekend packed with spirit, spectacle, and Parisian energy.

On Saturday, the festivities continue with the unveiling of 10 golden statues representing iconic women, a symbolic moment marking the impact of the Olympic Games, happening on rue de la Chapelle in the 18th arrondissement. Meanwhile, the Olympic Aquatic Centre in Saint-Denis will be open to the public for free from 9 am to 8 pm, a rare chance to explore the world-class facility where Léon Marchand made history.

This weekend also brings the grand finale of the Tour de France, and this year’s finish will be especially dramatic. On Sunday, the world-famous race concludes with a route that takes the cyclists through the streets of Montmartre before the traditional Champs-Élysées sprint, making it a don’t-miss spectacle. Paris Discovery Guide describes this finale as nothing less than spectacular, a festive crescendo marking the heart of July in Paris.

If you’re out for a party atmosphere, La Fête de la Seine is celebrating the Olympic anniversary with a flurry of sports, music, and family events along the river banks. There’s a luminous drone show, concerts, and even a giant karaoke session that will have fans singing late into the Parisian night.

For those seeking a laid-back summer vibe, Paris Plages transforms the Seine riverbanks and la Villette into sandy escapes through the end of August, offering pop-up beaches, swimming, live music, and beach sports. Paris Perfect and Paris Discovery Guide say it’s the ultimate way to cool off and join in on the vacation spirit without ever leaving town.

The cultural calendar overflows as well with the Paris Summer Festival, featuring dancing, theatre, and circus acts in stunning outdoor venues right up until July 30. Museum lovers will find new exhibits citywide, and the giant open-air cinema continues as Parisians and tourists gather under the stars for film and friendship.

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