What to do this weekend

Christmas Market in Crécy-la-Chapelle 2025: An authentic and magical getaway in Seine-et-Marne (77)

The Crécy-la-Chapelle Christmas market returns from December 5 to 7, 2025, in Seine-et-Marne. In this village nicknamed the Venice of Briarde, you can discover artisans, entertainment, and a festive atmosphere in a picturesque setting.

Close-Up 2025, the film festival dedicated to cities and architecture: The program

From November 17 to 25, 2025, the Close-Up festival returns for its fifth edition in more than thirty venues and cinemas in Paris and Île-de-France. The program includes screenings, masterclasses, and previews on the theme of cities, architecture, and landscapes in cinema.

The Parc de l'étrange 2025 is coming to Paris, with Halloween taking over Parc André Citroën.

The Parc de l'Étrange awaits us this year in Paris, at Parc André Citroën in the 15th arrondissement, from October 24 to November 1, 2025. An immersive experience with 13 terrifying worlds, pyrotechnic shows, and more than 1,500 lights are on the menu.

Christmas 2025: ice rink, illuminations, and Christmas village in L'Isle-Adam (95)

Starting November 28, 2025, the town of L'Isle-Adam will kick off its "Christmas month": 30 days of festive events to get ready for and make the most of Christmas and the New Year celebrations!

A lunch in Bali for an exotic getaway at the Djakarta Bali restaurant

Djakarta Bali is the place to go for a culinary trip to Indonesia, offering delicious dishes prepared in the purest tradition. For total immersion, on the first Friday evening of each month, a dancer in traditional dress transports you to Bali with her royal and warrior dances, then to the island of Java with more noble and slower dances.

Colors of Korea: free contemporary art exhibition at the Korean Cultural Center in Paris, photos

The Korean Cultural Center unveils the exhibition "Couleurs de Corée, Lumière sur l'art contemporain coréen", on the occasion of the 140th anniversary of diplomatic relations between France and Korea, from October 24, 2025 to August 29, 2026. This free exhibition presents a unique immersion in Korean art, illustrating the work of 34 artists who blend tradition and innovation through the power of color.

A hundred years of Art Deco at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs, anniversary exhibition from 1925 to 2025 in pictures

The Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris is celebrating the centenary of Art Deco with an exceptional exhibition from October 22, 2025, to April 26, 2026: '1925-2025. One Hundred Years of Art Deco'. Nearly 1,000 works showcasing the timeless elegance of this style, accompanied by a spectacular reconstruction of the Orient Express, await you. Let us take you on a journey of discovery.

Parc Astérix unveils its upcoming attractions and exciting new features: roller coaster, hotel, Londinium...

Parc Astérix has unveiled its ambitious program for the Oise region through 2028. On the agenda: a new Londinium area with an immersive roller coaster, a 300-room 4-star hotel called L'Odyssée, and major transformations of the Egypt and Greece areas with waterfront restaurants, from 2026 to 2028.

Halloween takes over Parc Astérix, Peur sur le Parc 2025 sets the park alight!

The Halloween monsters are returning to Parc Astérix from October 4 to November 11, 2025, with Peur sur le Parc, the flagship event of the fall. This season promises unprecedented thrills with a new terrifying area exclusively open at night: Le Camp des Lames d'Acier and its two shows, Le Dernier Brasier and Brakkor: L'Affrontement. Twelve exceptional nighttime events await you this year, lasting until 1 a.m.

Maison Ghibli: the Japanese animation studio's official pop-up store returns to Paris - our photos

Ghibli magic comes to Paris! From October 18, 2025 to January 4, 2026, La Maison Ghibli is opening a pop-up store on rue de Rivoli, combining Japanese crafts (pottery, crockery, etc.), vinyl, collectors' items (plush toys, figurines, etc.) and exclusive items inspired by Totoro, Chihiro or Princess Mononoké - a poetic stopover to celebrate 40 years of Studio Ghibli.

Monument Jeu d'Enfant 2025: a mysterious investigation to be solved at the Chapelle Expiatoire

It's time to discover or rediscover the Chapelle Expiatoire. On October 18 and 19, 2025, this monument will reveal all its secrets through a life-size investigation game, as part of the 2025 edition of the Monument Jeu d'Enfant event.

Monument Jeu d'Enfant 2025: a trip to the Belle Epoque at the Château de Champs-sur-Marne

Young and old alike, come and enjoy the first weekend of the All Saints' vacation at the Château de Champs-sur-Marne. This weekend of October 18 and 19, 2025, family activities await you as part of the Monument Jeu d'Enfant event.

Nuit des Châteaux 2025: fire show and lanterns at Château de Dampierre-en-Yvelines

The Domaine de Dampierre-en-Yvelines is taking part in the 7th edition of the Nuit des Châteaux, on October 17 and 18, 2025. Discover the lovely family program for this special evening!

The gourmet Italian brunch at Pépé Ronchon Paris 9th

How about an Italian brunch this weekend? Pépé Ronchon, the neighborhood Italian restaurant in the 9th arrondissement, is launching its new gourmet brunch at €29, to be enjoyed on Saturdays and Sundays. We tested it and tell you all about it.

Monument Jeu d'Enfant 2025: meet the knights of the Basilica of Saint-Denis

Would you like to visit the Basilique Saint-Denis with your family? The monument opens its doors to visitors of all ages for the new Monument Jeu d'Enfant event, on October 18 and 19, 2025.

The 2025 Floating Lantern Festival at Wat Pho temple in Paris

The Festival des Lanternes Flottantes returns for a 3rd edition on October 19, 2025 at the Pagode Wat Pho Paris, located in Essonne. Organized in conjunction with Thailand's tourist office, the event celebrates Thai culture with shows and entertainment open to all, free of charge.

Fête des Vendanges de Montmartre 2025 in Paris: the festival program

Montmartre's not-to-be-missed Fête des Vendanges returns this week to the heights of the hilltop, with a program as enticing as ever, including a taste trail, grand parade, Decibels Vendanges concerts, closing ball and tours of the famous vineyards. Discover the festivities that await you from Wednesday October 8 to Sunday October 12, 2025.

What will the weather be like this weekend in Paris and the Ile-de-France region on October 11 and 12, 2025?

This weekend in Paris and the Ile-de-France region, the weather looks set to be rather pleasant, with a nice mix of sunshine and a few cloudy spells. Temperatures will remain mild for mid-October 2025, perfect for enjoying the capital.

Free street art and textile festival in a chapel: À la croisée des arts 2025 reveals itself

Village Reille hosts the second edition of À la croisée des arts, a free street art and textile festival to be held from October 10 to 12, 2025 in the 14th arrondissement of Paris. This year's event takes up the theme of textile recycling, with some twenty urban artists teaming up with fashion designers for an exhibition, live painting and fashion show. We tell you all about it...

La Halle des Victoires in Asnières-sur-Seine opens its doors, discover the gourmet food court

In Asnières-sur-Seine, Halle des Victoires, a new food court located a stone's throw from the Hôtel de Ville, opens its doors with 6 gourmet kiosks and a bar. An address that focuses on homemade quality at affordable prices. We set off to discover it and tell you all about it.