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Welcome, listeners, to Things to Do in Paris—your passport to the wildest adventures, quirkiest events, and hidden gems, all through the eyes of yours truly, Ollie Bennet, Paris’s honorary MVP of all things outrageously fun. Today is Thursday, October 23, 2025—the city is bubbling with arty energy, a brisk autumn chill that’s perfect for layering up, and the promise of a weekend where Paris transforms from the world’s fashion capital into an epicenter of bizarre brilliance and cultural flair.
Let’s set the tone: Paris is currently fresh from the excitement of Art Basel Paris, with the city looking extra chic as monumental contemporary installations take over the Petit Palais, Palais d'Iéna, and the trendy 3rd arrondissement. According to Artlyst and nss magazine, you’ll spot champagne-holding art lovers mingling with international creatives, and even if you’ve never uttered the phrase “transatlantic dialogue,” you’ll feel like you’re inventing your own avant-garde micro-movement just by strolling through the shows. Meanwhile, the weather has gone classic October—crisp, cloudy, with that moody gray sky that makes café terraces even cozier.
Now, Paris isn’t just about posing with your croissant—there’s a wild lineup of key events today:
The Palais de Tokyo is hosting two extraordinary free days for art-hungry explorers, featuring immersive contemporary exhibitions that redefine “mind-blowing.” Echo Delay Reverb and Melvin Edwards are the hot tickets, where sculptural tributes meet boundary-pushing innovation.
If you fancy a side of activism and celebration with your fun, the Banh Mi Women Festival continues across the city. It’s Paris’s first festival dedicated to asio-descendant women, complete with exhibitions, maker markets, DJ sets, and wellness workshops that flip the usual scene on its head.
For families and Halloween junkies, the Parc de l’étrange has invaded Parc André Citroën with 13 creepy universes, pyrotechnic shows, and enough glowing spectacle to make vampires jealous. If you prefer your chills with a side of optical illusion, the Paradox Museum has launched Halloween Nights with treasure hunts, live performances, and decorative mind-benders guaranteed to confuse even the savviest Parisian.
Music fans, alert Tonight marks the start of the ARTE Concert Festival’s explosive 10th edition at La Gaîté Lyrique, so you can jam out for free (if you snag a reservation) to Mac DeMarco, Baxter Dury, Camille Yembe, and Silly Boy Blue. Rock out, then gloat to your friends.
Parents: the city’s practically invented playtime lately. The Grand Palais Immersif flips into an interactive playground for “PLAYGROUND KIDS,” and Mon Premier Festival rolls out over 100 kid-approved movies at family-friendly prices.
On the local news front, Paris is buzzing after the dramatic reopening of the Louvre just days after a historic jewel heist. Lines are long, stories are wild—so if you’re feeling bold, go see if you can spot a new security guard or two. Meanwhile, Maurice Sfez Café has popped up and become the must-visit for coffee lovers craving New York retro vibes with a Parisian twist. And if you’re zooming around, don’t forget public transit might be a bit packed thanks to Art Basel and Halloween crowds—grab that Navigo pass like a local, and maybe opt for a scenic stroll.
For must-do activities beyond event-hopping, dive into Paris’s quirkiest corners today. Sneak inside Le Bibliovore, Belleville’s haven for three-euro books—seriously, every book in the shop is just three euros, so you can stack up your shelves and look extra intellectual at dinner. Or set sail on a river cruise down the Seine, because nothing says “I’m winning at life” quite like floating past Notre Dame with the wind in your hair and a baguette in hand. If you’re feeling competitive, join spontaneous pétanque matches around the city’s green spaces or check out Hyrox Paris’s monstrous fitness race at Porte de Versailles for some serious bragging rights.
Local Ollie Bennet tip of the day: If the autumn drizzle catches you out, duck into a tiny bakery and grab a warm pain au chocolat. It’s the French equivalent of a power-up—locals use pastry as their secret weather weapon, and now you can too.
Stay tuned and get that calendar ready—tomorrow brings the start of the Parc de l’étrange Halloween extravaganza, more free concerts, and a marathon event that might just revive your inner athlete. Join me again tomorrow to discover Paris’s next round of wild wonders and epic stories.
For more check out https://www.quietperiodplease.com/
and make sure to jump on these great deals https://amzn.to/3V0gjPt
For more on Oly check out https://www.instagram.com/olybennet/
This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
Let’s set the tone: Paris is currently fresh from the excitement of Art Basel Paris, with the city looking extra chic as monumental contemporary installations take over the Petit Palais, Palais d'Iéna, and the trendy 3rd arrondissement. According to Artlyst and nss magazine, you’ll spot champagne-holding art lovers mingling with international creatives, and even if you’ve never uttered the phrase “transatlantic dialogue,” you’ll feel like you’re inventing your own avant-garde micro-movement just by strolling through the shows. Meanwhile, the weather has gone classic October—crisp, cloudy, with that moody gray sky that makes café terraces even cozier.
Now, Paris isn’t just about posing with your croissant—there’s a wild lineup of key events today:
The Palais de Tokyo is hosting two extraordinary free days for art-hungry explorers, featuring immersive contemporary exhibitions that redefine “mind-blowing.” Echo Delay Reverb and Melvin Edwards are the hot tickets, where sculptural tributes meet boundary-pushing innovation.
If you fancy a side of activism and celebration with your fun, the Banh Mi Women Festival continues across the city. It’s Paris’s first festival dedicated to asio-descendant women, complete with exhibitions, maker markets, DJ sets, and wellness workshops that flip the usual scene on its head.
For families and Halloween junkies, the Parc de l’étrange has invaded Parc André Citroën with 13 creepy universes, pyrotechnic shows, and enough glowing spectacle to make vampires jealous. If you prefer your chills with a side of optical illusion, the Paradox Museum has launched Halloween Nights with treasure hunts, live performances, and decorative mind-benders guaranteed to confuse even the savviest Parisian.
Music fans, alert Tonight marks the start of the ARTE Concert Festival’s explosive 10th edition at La Gaîté Lyrique, so you can jam out for free (if you snag a reservation) to Mac DeMarco, Baxter Dury, Camille Yembe, and Silly Boy Blue. Rock out, then gloat to your friends.
Parents: the city’s practically invented playtime lately. The Grand Palais Immersif flips into an interactive playground for “PLAYGROUND KIDS,” and Mon Premier Festival rolls out over 100 kid-approved movies at family-friendly prices.
On the local news front, Paris is buzzing after the dramatic reopening of the Louvre just days after a historic jewel heist. Lines are long, stories are wild—so if you’re feeling bold, go see if you can spot a new security guard or two. Meanwhile, Maurice Sfez Café has popped up and become the must-visit for coffee lovers craving New York retro vibes with a Parisian twist. And if you’re zooming around, don’t forget public transit might be a bit packed thanks to Art Basel and Halloween crowds—grab that Navigo pass like a local, and maybe opt for a scenic stroll.
For must-do activities beyond event-hopping, dive into Paris’s quirkiest corners today. Sneak inside Le Bibliovore, Belleville’s haven for three-euro books—seriously, every book in the shop is just three euros, so you can stack up your shelves and look extra intellectual at dinner. Or set sail on a river cruise down the Seine, because nothing says “I’m winning at life” quite like floating past Notre Dame with the wind in your hair and a baguette in hand. If you’re feeling competitive, join spontaneous pétanque matches around the city’s green spaces or check out Hyrox Paris’s monstrous fitness race at Porte de Versailles for some serious bragging rights.
Local Ollie Bennet tip of the day: If the autumn drizzle catches you out, duck into a tiny bakery and grab a warm pain au chocolat. It’s the French equivalent of a power-up—locals use pastry as their secret weather weapon, and now you can too.
Stay tuned and get that calendar ready—tomorrow brings the start of the Parc de l’étrange Halloween extravaganza, more free concerts, and a marathon event that might just revive your inner athlete. Join me again tomorrow to discover Paris’s next round of wild wonders and epic stories.
For more check out https://www.quietperiodplease.com/
and make sure to jump on these great deals https://amzn.to/3V0gjPt
For more on Oly check out https://www.instagram.com/olybennet/
This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
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By Inception Point AiWelcome, listeners, to Things to Do in Paris—your passport to the wildest adventures, quirkiest events, and hidden gems, all through the eyes of yours truly, Ollie Bennet, Paris’s honorary MVP of all things outrageously fun. Today is Thursday, October 23, 2025—the city is bubbling with arty energy, a brisk autumn chill that’s perfect for layering up, and the promise of a weekend where Paris transforms from the world’s fashion capital into an epicenter of bizarre brilliance and cultural flair.
Let’s set the tone: Paris is currently fresh from the excitement of Art Basel Paris, with the city looking extra chic as monumental contemporary installations take over the Petit Palais, Palais d'Iéna, and the trendy 3rd arrondissement. According to Artlyst and nss magazine, you’ll spot champagne-holding art lovers mingling with international creatives, and even if you’ve never uttered the phrase “transatlantic dialogue,” you’ll feel like you’re inventing your own avant-garde micro-movement just by strolling through the shows. Meanwhile, the weather has gone classic October—crisp, cloudy, with that moody gray sky that makes café terraces even cozier.
Now, Paris isn’t just about posing with your croissant—there’s a wild lineup of key events today:
The Palais de Tokyo is hosting two extraordinary free days for art-hungry explorers, featuring immersive contemporary exhibitions that redefine “mind-blowing.” Echo Delay Reverb and Melvin Edwards are the hot tickets, where sculptural tributes meet boundary-pushing innovation.
If you fancy a side of activism and celebration with your fun, the Banh Mi Women Festival continues across the city. It’s Paris’s first festival dedicated to asio-descendant women, complete with exhibitions, maker markets, DJ sets, and wellness workshops that flip the usual scene on its head.
For families and Halloween junkies, the Parc de l’étrange has invaded Parc André Citroën with 13 creepy universes, pyrotechnic shows, and enough glowing spectacle to make vampires jealous. If you prefer your chills with a side of optical illusion, the Paradox Museum has launched Halloween Nights with treasure hunts, live performances, and decorative mind-benders guaranteed to confuse even the savviest Parisian.
Music fans, alert Tonight marks the start of the ARTE Concert Festival’s explosive 10th edition at La Gaîté Lyrique, so you can jam out for free (if you snag a reservation) to Mac DeMarco, Baxter Dury, Camille Yembe, and Silly Boy Blue. Rock out, then gloat to your friends.
Parents: the city’s practically invented playtime lately. The Grand Palais Immersif flips into an interactive playground for “PLAYGROUND KIDS,” and Mon Premier Festival rolls out over 100 kid-approved movies at family-friendly prices.
On the local news front, Paris is buzzing after the dramatic reopening of the Louvre just days after a historic jewel heist. Lines are long, stories are wild—so if you’re feeling bold, go see if you can spot a new security guard or two. Meanwhile, Maurice Sfez Café has popped up and become the must-visit for coffee lovers craving New York retro vibes with a Parisian twist. And if you’re zooming around, don’t forget public transit might be a bit packed thanks to Art Basel and Halloween crowds—grab that Navigo pass like a local, and maybe opt for a scenic stroll.
For must-do activities beyond event-hopping, dive into Paris’s quirkiest corners today. Sneak inside Le Bibliovore, Belleville’s haven for three-euro books—seriously, every book in the shop is just three euros, so you can stack up your shelves and look extra intellectual at dinner. Or set sail on a river cruise down the Seine, because nothing says “I’m winning at life” quite like floating past Notre Dame with the wind in your hair and a baguette in hand. If you’re feeling competitive, join spontaneous pétanque matches around the city’s green spaces or check out Hyrox Paris’s monstrous fitness race at Porte de Versailles for some serious bragging rights.
Local Ollie Bennet tip of the day: If the autumn drizzle catches you out, duck into a tiny bakery and grab a warm pain au chocolat. It’s the French equivalent of a power-up—locals use pastry as their secret weather weapon, and now you can too.
Stay tuned and get that calendar ready—tomorrow brings the start of the Parc de l’étrange Halloween extravaganza, more free concerts, and a marathon event that might just revive your inner athlete. Join me again tomorrow to discover Paris’s next round of wild wonders and epic stories.
For more check out https://www.quietperiodplease.com/
and make sure to jump on these great deals https://amzn.to/3V0gjPt
For more on Oly check out https://www.instagram.com/olybennet/
This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
Let’s set the tone: Paris is currently fresh from the excitement of Art Basel Paris, with the city looking extra chic as monumental contemporary installations take over the Petit Palais, Palais d'Iéna, and the trendy 3rd arrondissement. According to Artlyst and nss magazine, you’ll spot champagne-holding art lovers mingling with international creatives, and even if you’ve never uttered the phrase “transatlantic dialogue,” you’ll feel like you’re inventing your own avant-garde micro-movement just by strolling through the shows. Meanwhile, the weather has gone classic October—crisp, cloudy, with that moody gray sky that makes café terraces even cozier.
Now, Paris isn’t just about posing with your croissant—there’s a wild lineup of key events today:
The Palais de Tokyo is hosting two extraordinary free days for art-hungry explorers, featuring immersive contemporary exhibitions that redefine “mind-blowing.” Echo Delay Reverb and Melvin Edwards are the hot tickets, where sculptural tributes meet boundary-pushing innovation.
If you fancy a side of activism and celebration with your fun, the Banh Mi Women Festival continues across the city. It’s Paris’s first festival dedicated to asio-descendant women, complete with exhibitions, maker markets, DJ sets, and wellness workshops that flip the usual scene on its head.
For families and Halloween junkies, the Parc de l’étrange has invaded Parc André Citroën with 13 creepy universes, pyrotechnic shows, and enough glowing spectacle to make vampires jealous. If you prefer your chills with a side of optical illusion, the Paradox Museum has launched Halloween Nights with treasure hunts, live performances, and decorative mind-benders guaranteed to confuse even the savviest Parisian.
Music fans, alert Tonight marks the start of the ARTE Concert Festival’s explosive 10th edition at La Gaîté Lyrique, so you can jam out for free (if you snag a reservation) to Mac DeMarco, Baxter Dury, Camille Yembe, and Silly Boy Blue. Rock out, then gloat to your friends.
Parents: the city’s practically invented playtime lately. The Grand Palais Immersif flips into an interactive playground for “PLAYGROUND KIDS,” and Mon Premier Festival rolls out over 100 kid-approved movies at family-friendly prices.
On the local news front, Paris is buzzing after the dramatic reopening of the Louvre just days after a historic jewel heist. Lines are long, stories are wild—so if you’re feeling bold, go see if you can spot a new security guard or two. Meanwhile, Maurice Sfez Café has popped up and become the must-visit for coffee lovers craving New York retro vibes with a Parisian twist. And if you’re zooming around, don’t forget public transit might be a bit packed thanks to Art Basel and Halloween crowds—grab that Navigo pass like a local, and maybe opt for a scenic stroll.
For must-do activities beyond event-hopping, dive into Paris’s quirkiest corners today. Sneak inside Le Bibliovore, Belleville’s haven for three-euro books—seriously, every book in the shop is just three euros, so you can stack up your shelves and look extra intellectual at dinner. Or set sail on a river cruise down the Seine, because nothing says “I’m winning at life” quite like floating past Notre Dame with the wind in your hair and a baguette in hand. If you’re feeling competitive, join spontaneous pétanque matches around the city’s green spaces or check out Hyrox Paris’s monstrous fitness race at Porte de Versailles for some serious bragging rights.
Local Ollie Bennet tip of the day: If the autumn drizzle catches you out, duck into a tiny bakery and grab a warm pain au chocolat. It’s the French equivalent of a power-up—locals use pastry as their secret weather weapon, and now you can too.
Stay tuned and get that calendar ready—tomorrow brings the start of the Parc de l’étrange Halloween extravaganza, more free concerts, and a marathon event that might just revive your inner athlete. Join me again tomorrow to discover Paris’s next round of wild wonders and epic stories.
For more check out https://www.quietperiodplease.com/
and make sure to jump on these great deals https://amzn.to/3V0gjPt
For more on Oly check out https://www.instagram.com/olybennet/
This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI