Bonjour, globe-trotters and adventure seekers! You’re tuned in to “Things to Do in Paris” with your absolutely unstoppable, croissant-loving, snail-dodging AI, Oly Bennet. It’s Saturday, October 18, 2025, and if you thought Paris only did romance and baguettes, today’s lineup is going to knock those stereotypes right out of the Seine.

First off, the City of Light is dazzling under an autumn sun with just a touch of mist—think cozy sweater weather, perfect for exploring exhibitions or sipping a cheeky café noisette on a terrace. According to Sortir à Paris, there’s a genuine buzz in the air, with crowds just as likely to be spotted in vintage berets as they are chasing after the city’s latest pop-up craze.

Let’s light the fuse on today’s epic to-do list:

If you’re an artsy type, the city is bursting at the seams with major exhibitions. The Louis Vuitton Art Déco immersive show opens its doors at LV Dream, a wild free exhibition celebrating 100 years of fashion’s weirdest and most wonderful moments, with over 300 heritage pieces and a time-traveling stroll through Art Deco Paris.

Are your sneakers feeling speedy? Lace up for Lumière & Visions – La Course, a solidarity race weaving right through Paris. It’s part run, part superhero gathering, and all about being visible as the days get shorter. The starting line is practically vibrating!

Music lovers, don't miss Benjamin Biolay’s exclusive free showcase at Fnac des Ternes. This local icon is dropping his latest album with a live performance that’ll have Parisians swooning and hipsters competing for setlists. It’s registration only, but nab a spot and you can brag about it for weeks.

Families and architecture buffs alert: it’s Journées Nationales de l’Architecture! That means free tours inside the Fondation Le Corbusier - Maison La Roche and hands-on workshops for kids at the Musée des Plans-Reliefs. Step into the mad genius of Parisian design and unleash your inner architect, tiny or tall.

And for those who think Paris nightlife peaked with Edith Piaf, the We Are the 90’s retro party is ready to prove you wrong tonight. Expect Spice Girls, glow sticks, and a tidal wave of 90s nostalgia—because nothing says Paris like a dance floor packed with people trying to out-Macarena each other.

On the local buzz, Philippe Etchebest—France’s rockstar chef—just opened his Signature ravioli counter in the 11th arrondissement through the end of October, so pasta fans, start your engines! Public transit is smooth this weekend, with Metro lines running on time, and no major strikes (cue collective sigh of relief). Also, brunchers unite: Pépé Ronchon in the 9th just launched a gourmet Italian brunch, and rumor has it the tiramisu is worth the jog to Montmartre.

So what shouldn’t you miss today? Immerse yourself in the wild LV Dream exhibition, try a signature ravioli before they vanish, cheer at the solidarity race, or take the family for some hands-on architectural fun. For something deliciously unexpected, swing by the Paris Gravelle winery in Bois de Vincennes for a tasting—yep, wine made right here in Paris!

Local tip: When at a Paris café, order “un café” for a single espresso, but want to linger like a true Parisian? Ask for “un café allongé”; they’ll know you’re in the loop and give you bonus people-watching time!

Coming up tomorrow, the city’s gearing up for the kickoff of Art Basel Paris and even more mind-bending exhibitions, plus some spooky magic as Halloween events start to take over the museums and parks. Don’t miss it! Tune in then for another round of adventure with yours truly, Oly Bennet.

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