Tuesday, November 11, 2025, is a public holiday and the perfect opportunity to enjoy outings in Paris and the Île-de-France region. As Christmas window displays begin to light up Parisian department stores and autumn temperatures invite you to take beautiful walks, we have selected some fun and sometimes freeideas for outingsto make the most of this day. Whether you're alone, with family, or with friends, this November long weekend in the capital and its surroundings has plenty of wonderful surprises in store.
If you're looking for a good idea for an outing on this public holiday, you've come to the right place. Between free museums, Christmas markets opening their doors, walks in the parks of the Paris region decked out in their autumn colors, and the first Christmas lights brightening up the streets of Paris, there's something for everyone. Let us take you on a tour of our selection of 10 outings that should help you have a great day on November 11, without necessarily breaking the bank.
Christmas 2025 at Printemps Haussmann: Free skating rink at the top of the department store — SOLD OUT
This year, you don't need a passport to experience the magic of Christmas in New York: Printemps Haussmann is bringing Paris to Rockefeller Center! From animated window displays to the 7th Heaven ice rink, the spirit of Manhattan takes over the rooftops from November 8, 2025, to January 4, 2026. A frosty, urban, and ultra-stylish stopover to celebrate Christmas 2025 in the heart of the department store. [Read more]
Discover Printemps Haussmann's 2025 Christmas window displays, specially designed for New York and inaugurated by Diane Kruger.
Printemps Haussmann is celebrating Christmas 2025 with a New York theme. A transatlantic crossing led by a merry band of dogs can be seen on Boulevard Haussmann in the 9th arrondissement. Come and feast your eyes from November 6, 2025, to January 4, 2026. [Read more]
Le Bon Marché's Christmas 2025 window displays: the (Bon) Marché de Noël - our photos
For the holiday season, Le Bon Marché Rive Gauche is transforming into a Christmas market. Chalets, animated window displays, and sparkling garlands turn the department store into a village where you can stroll, discover, and fall in love with every stall. See you on Friday, November 7, 2025, at 4:30 p.m. for the window display unveiling! [Read more]
Destination Moon: an immersive journey into the stars at the Atelier des Lumières—our photos
A unique creation awaits you at the Atelier des Lumières: from September 24, 2025, until December 4, immerse yourself in "Destination Moon: An Immersive Journey with Tom Hanks," an immersive documentary by Lightroom. [Read more]
Christmas 2026 at Disneyland Paris: Disney's Enchanted Christmas dates
The magic of Christmas is set to return to Disneyland Paris with Disney’s Enchanted Christmas, the park’s grand winter celebration, running from November 7, 2026, to January 6, 2027, as announced by the resort on X. Enchanting shows, sparkling decorations, and beloved Disney characters will welcome visitors of all ages to celebrate the holiday season in a uniquely festive atmosphere. [Read more]
Halloween at Parc Astérix, last day of Fear in the Park
Halloween monsters await you at Parc Astérix on November 11, 2025, with Fear in the Park. This edition is sure to give you chills like never before with a new zone that will set the park on fire. [Read more]
En Plein Cœur: Guerlain's free exhibition celebrating 100 years of Shalimar
For its 100th anniversary, Shalimar is inspiring the exhibition En Plein Cœur, a century of unfiltered love, from October 22 to November 16, 2025, at the Maison Guerlain. Spanning three floors, more than thirty artists—including Pablo Picasso, Louise Bourgeois, David Hockney, and Niki de Saint Phalle—explore love in all its forms, through major works and a sensory olfactory journey. [Read more]
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. [Read more]
Thoiry Lumières Sauvages 2025-2026, immerse yourself in the enchanted dance of spirits.
Looking for a magical winter outing? Head to Yvelines to discover the new edition of Thoiry Lumières Sauvages and its mysterious Bal des Esprits. From October 17, 2025, to March 8, 2026, this 8th edition takes us into the world of spirits and Dia de los Muertos celebrations. [Read more]
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. [Read more]
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