Bonjour from Paris, listeners! It’s Monday, November 24, 2025, and you’re tuned in to “Things to Do in Paris,” with your trusty guide, Oly Bennet—the only sports fanatic who considers cheese tastings and pétanque on the Seine to be Olympic events in their own right. The city is just shaking off the late-night sparkle—cloudy skies and a cool, misty breeze are keeping folks bundled in style, but Paris doesn’t do “slow” for long. The air’s busy with festival chatter, whiffs of roasted chestnuts, and the echo of distant accordion music. So, whether you’re clutching an umbrella or chasing croissants, Paris is positively pulsing with energy.

Kicking off the day, and oh là là, what a lineup! Tonight, hip-hop history is being made at Le Bataclan, as DJ Premier and The Alchemist throw down a set for the ages—pure dynamite for rap purists and anyone ready to get their groove on, according to Bataclan’s own event page. Not your beat? The International Conference on Strategic Management is assembling the world’s top minds just across town—so whether you love big ideas or just big espresso, it’s the perfect reason to drop “synergy” into casual conversation courtesy of Conference Index.

For the arts aficionados, Paris is photogenic in more ways than one: Photo Days festival is still illuminating a kaleidoscope of galleries and museums all over the city with brilliant contemporary photography—run, don’t walk, to your favorite Left Bank spots. Family or film buff? The Chéries Chéris LGBTQI+ film festival is still rolling at MK2, while Lost in Frenchlation screens “Lola” with English subtitles for those moments your French fails you. Sportsy types, listen close—La Défense is hosting a monumental Christmas market, complete with ice skating, handcrafted arts, food, and festive magic. And if you’re feeling frantic, why not relax with a steamy hot chocolate at one of Paris’s legendary cafés? Sortir à Paris has a drool-worthy chocolate roundup guaranteed to melt your worries away.

Paris never stands still, and neither does its culinary scene. Big news: There’s a brand-new Pokémon-themed shop on rue de Rivoli for fans and collectors, while Happy Cash just launched in Épinay-sur-Seine—sustainable shopping and bargain hunting, très chic! And for the street art crowd, a buzzing new solo exhibition by Toctoc—Paris’s doodle king himself—is live and, best of all, totally free to visit. Getting around? No major public transit disruptions reported today, but always check RATP for the latest, especially if you’re sprinting to catch that night concert.

Now, what to do if you just landed or feel like rediscovering Paris? You cannot skip the Champs-Élysées, now gleaming with brand-new holiday lights—yes, the sparkle is strong. Next stop: glide across the 600-square-meter outdoor ice rink at Parc André Citroën or brave the jaw-dropping glass walkway at Galeries Lafayette for the hottest photo op in town. But Oly’s hidden gem today? Channel your inner athlete at the Climbing District Sèvres-Lecourbe—a climbing gym built inside a church, where you can conquer walls under stunning vaulted ceilings. Trust me: it’s a workout and a selfie opportunity rolled into one.

And for those who love a good story, did you know Paris’s most famous bridge, Pont Alexandre III, has four winged horses symbolizing the arts, science, commerce, and industry—basically the ultimate Parisian flex? Snap a pic, drop a fact, impress your friends.

Before signing off, get hyped for tomorrow: The Festival TheFork launches with 50% off epic meals at participating restaurants across Paris—Michelin stars, here we come! And with candlelight concerts and quirky bar games tournaments on the horizon, tomorrow’s lineup is set to keep your Parisian adventure rolling.

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