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The Ritz is opening a Christmas pop-up store on Place Vendôme featuring a giant teddy bear named Teddy B(e)ar.

The Ritz Paris is installing a giant 2.5-meter Teddy B(e)ar bear in Place Vendôme for the holiday season, from November 29, 2025, to January 4, 2026. On the program: signature hot chocolate, exclusive marshmallows, and a pop-up store dedicated to bear bellboys.

New Year's Eve 2026: an elegant candlelit dinner at the Hôtel Normandy Le Chantier

New Year's Eve 2026 at Normandy Le Chantier awaits you with exceptional dishes to enjoy by candlelight in an elegant and relaxed atmosphere, followed by a DJ set in the heart of the speakeasy.

JR will transform the Pont Neuf into a temporary cave in tribute to Christo and Jeanne-Claude in June 2026.

To mark the 40th anniversary of Christo and Jeanne-Claude's wrapping of the Pont-Neuf, the Quai de la Mégisserie is honoring the duo's monumental works and their unique connection to the capital with a free outdoor exhibition running until October 30, 2025. JR's monumental installation, originally planned for September 2025, will transform the bridge into a gigantic immersive urban cave from June 6 to 28, 2026!

Monstrology: a monstrous exhibition of drawings at the Daniel Maghen Gallery

Artist Stan Manoukian and his monsters are in the spotlight at the Daniel Maghen Gallery: come and admire this free exhibition from December 4, 2025, to January 10, 2026.

Gallery of the Five Continents: opening of a new exhibition space at the Louvre Museum

From December 3, 2025, the Gallery of the Five Continents will be open to visitors at the Louvre Museum, offering an opportunity to admire works from Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe, and Oceania, in a journey that reveals the diversity and dialogue of human creativity across the globe.

Louvre Museum: sharp increase in admission fees for foreign visitors starting in 2026

The Louvre is preparing to review its pricing policy with a significant increase in admission prices for visitors from outside Europe starting in January 2026. This decision was made by the government at a time when the museum is reaching historic visitor numbers and preparing new projects.

Zen restaurant's exclusive Omakase: a Japanese immersion in Paris

The Japanese restaurant ZEN has opened an incredible dining room with typical Japanese decor on the first floor of 8 rue de l'échelle in Paris's 1st arrondissement. Available for reservations for 8 or more people only, OMAKASE by Zen offers a true immersion in Japan with high-quality cuisine and a timeless atmosphere.

New Year's Eve 2026: festive cruises on the Seine with the Vedettes du Pont-Neuf

A dance party on the Seine, a festive menu, and a breathtaking view of the Eiffel Tower: the Vedettes du Pont-Neuf offer a variety of options to celebrate New Year's Eve on December 31, 2025.

A day in the 18th century: explore a mansion with the Musée des Arts Déco exhibition.

The Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris invites us to visit an 18th-century mansion through the immersive exhibition "A Day in the 18th Century." Open from February 18 to July 5, 2026.

Christmas Tea at Le Meurice: creative workshops and festive treats for young and old alike.

As Paris adorns itself with Christmas lights, a new sweet temptation takes center stage in the heart of the capital. Le Meurice transforms the season into a true gourmet interlude with its winter afternoon tea designed for young and old alike, on Saturday, December 13, 2025. A festive getaway where magic is as much to be savored as it is to be admired.

The 2025 hazelnut and lemon Yule log and Louis Vuitton chocolates, by Maxime Frédéric

Louis Vuitton unveils its 2025 Christmas log, created by Maxime Frédéric. Melting hazelnut and zesty lemon: a bold and irresistibly indulgent combination. Alongside it, a trio of chocolate fir trees and the winter Vivienne promise to make a splash on every festive table.

The BHV 2025 Christmas window displays: the inauguration with Vincent Niclo and Vitaa in photos

Change of program on Rue de Rivoli. The Christmas window displays at BHV Marais are decked out in the theme "Rêverie de Noël" (Christmas Reverie) from November 18 to December 31, 2025, in the 4th arrondissement of Paris. The department store offers festive entertainment and gift ideas. Check out the pictures from the opening ceremony, which featured performances by Vincent Niclo and Vitaa.

Louvre: Campana Gallery closed due to structural fragility, news

The Campana Gallery at the Louvre Museum, which houses ancient Greek ceramics, will close to the public on Monday, November 17, 2025. A technical report has highlighted the fragility of certain beams in the Sully quadrangle, prompting the museum to take precautionary measures.

The free street art festival at the Poste du Louvre 2025, photos and program

Calling all street art fans! The Street Art & Contemporary Art Festival at the Poste du Louvre is back for a third edition from November 15 to 23, 2025, in the 1st arrondissement in central Paris. And the icing on the cake is that the 350 m² exhibition and live performances are free! Head over to discover more than 200 works and meet the artists.

Contes et Histoires 2025: shows and family tours at the Conciergerie in Paris

For the 2025 edition of Contes et Histoires, the Conciergerie is offering several fun tours for families during the Christmas holidays. Come along between December 20, 2025, and January 4, 2026, to take part in these festive events.

Contes et Histoires 2025: family tours to explore the secrets of Sainte-Chapelle

In Paris, the Christmas holidays are synonymous with discovery: the Sainte-Chapelle invites us to join them on December 20 and 21, 2025, for the latest edition of Contes et Histoires. On the program: unusual and exciting tours for young and old alike!

The Groot la Tourte pop-up at La Samaritaine, a must for pie lovers

The Groot la Tourte restaurant is setting up its pop-up at La Samaritaine until March 4, 2026. This is your chance to discover the signature pies of Top Chef 2023 winner Hugo Riboulet and Albane Auvray.

The 24 Hours of Beaujolais Nouveau 2025 returns to Le Pied de Cochon

On November 19 at midnight, Le Pied de Cochon will kick off its 2025 edition of the "24 Hours of Beaujolais Nouveau" to celebrate this event, which is now an integral part of French culture, in style and with great pomp and circumstance.

Jean Paul Hévin 2025 Christmas logs: chocolate dreams and beans

Chocolatier Jean Paul Hévin unveils his 2025 Christmas collection called "Des rêves et des fèves" (Dreams and Beans). On the menu: exceptional Yule logs, an advent calendar inspired by the Grand Palais, and gourmet gift boxes, available from November 2025 in his Parisian boutiques.

The Handbag Yule Log from Angelina Paris for Christmas 2025

We reveal the new Angelina 2025 Christmas log collection, featuring this year's star: the handbag log from the Angelina x Rouje collaboration. From December 1 to 31, 2025, this couture creation and three other logs by Chef Christophe Appert are available to discover.