This weekend in Paris: Fri, Oct 23 – Sun, Oct 25, 2026 · 1 dated event
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9 hand-picked things to do in Paris, France right now · 4 with confirmed dates · 9 with live Google ratings. Top-rated this week: Fontainebleau: Royal Palace & Sandstone Boulders at ★4.8.
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Day 1
MorningSalon du Chocolat at Paris Expo
The world's premier cocoa celebration opens October 28 with artisan bean-to-bar tastings, the runway show of couture chocolate dresses, and live pastry masterclasses.
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AfternoonVegetable-Forward Autumn Tasting at Datil
Chef Manon Fleury turns autumn roots, squash, and wild mushrooms into revelatory dishes in an intimate 33-seat dining room dedicated to small French regenerative growers.
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EveningMoroccan Traditions: From Flamenco to Blues
Rural Moroccan rhythms collide with Andalusian flamenco and desert blues, led by the all-female ensemble Lâabat de Ben Slimane and Amazigh vocalist Chérifa Kersit.
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Day 2
MorningAutumn Foliage Stroll at Buttes-Chaumont
Take advantage of crisp 60°F autumn air on the dramatic suspension bridge and winding hillside paths, finishing with warm roasted chestnuts bought near the park gates.
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AfternoonClassic Autumn Bistro Fare at Bistrot Paul Bert
Dodge the autumn mist and tuck into wood-paneled banquettes for seared steak frites with Sarawak pepper sauce, roasted chanterelles, and house-made warm tarte Tatin.
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EveningFontainebleau: Royal Palace & Sandstone Boulders
Catch the 40-minute Transilien R train from Gare de Lyon into vibrant golden beech forests. Tour the Renaissance apartments before an afternoon walk among the sculpted sandstone boulders of the Gorges de Franchard.
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Day 3
MorningArt Basel Paris at Grand Palais
International galleries gather beneath the soaring glass dome of the nave for contemporary art weekend, featuring monumental sculptures, site installations, and curator talks.
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AfternoonCraft Cocktails & Warm Handrolls at Bar Nomo
Counter seating centered around crisp nori temaki, sea urchin, and Tokyo-inspired cocktails like milk punch and yuzu highballs—ideal for a brisk Thursday evening.
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EveningDomain of Chantilly: Art, Stables & Fresh Crème
Just 25 minutes by TER from Gare du Nord, Chantilly pairs the Duke of Aumale's historic art collection with sprawling English gardens in mid-fall color, capped with freshly whipped Chantilly cream at the Hameau.
Sat, Oct 24, 2026 · 11:00 AM · Grand Palais · $$ · Best for Collectors and art lovers
International galleries gather beneath the soaring glass dome of the nave for contemporary art weekend, featuring monumental sculptures, site installations, and curator talks.
Place data by Foursquare & Google · Photo: Jean-François Roux
Moroccan Traditions: From Flamenco to Blues
★4.6
Sat, Oct 24, 2026 · 8:00 PM · Salle des Concerts - Cité de la Musique · $$ · Best for World music listeners
Rural Moroccan rhythms collide with Andalusian flamenco and desert blues, led by the all-female ensemble Lâabat de Ben Slimane and Amazigh vocalist Chérifa Kersit.
Sun, Oct 25, 2026 · 2:00 PM · Parc des Buttes-Chaumont · $ · Best for Walkers, couples, and photographers
Take advantage of crisp 60°F autumn air on the dramatic suspension bridge and winding hillside paths, finishing with warm roasted chestnuts bought near the park gates.
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🍷 Eat & Drink
Warm bistros and seasonal fall plates
Vegetable-Forward Autumn Tasting at Datil
★4.7Thursday: 12:15 – 2:00 PM, 7:15 – 11:30 PM
Upper Marais, 3rd Arrondissement · $$$ · Best for Foodies and plant-forward diners
Chef Manon Fleury turns autumn roots, squash, and wild mushrooms into revelatory dishes in an intimate 33-seat dining room dedicated to small French regenerative growers.
Place data by Foursquare & Google · Photo: Marion Phb
Classic Autumn Bistro Fare at Bistrot Paul Bert
★4.2Thursday: 12:00 – 2:00 PM, 7:30 – 10:30 PM
Charonne, 11th Arrondissement · $$ · Best for Traditional bistro lovers
Dodge the autumn mist and tuck into wood-paneled banquettes for seared steak frites with Sarawak pepper sauce, roasted chanterelles, and house-made warm tarte Tatin.
Marché Saint-Honoré, 1st Arrondissement · $$ · Best for Cocktail enthusiasts and casual dinner dates
Counter seating centered around crisp nori temaki, sea urchin, and Tokyo-inspired cocktails like milk punch and yuzu highballs—ideal for a brisk Thursday evening.
Wed, Oct 28, 2026 · 10:00 AM · Paris Expo Porte de Versailles · $$ · Best for Chocolate lovers and families
The world's premier cocoa celebration opens October 28 with artisan bean-to-bar tastings, the runway show of couture chocolate dresses, and live pastry masterclasses.
Place data by Foursquare & Google · Photo: Paris Expo Porte de Versailles
🚆 Quick Escape
Effortless autumn getaways under two hours from Paris
Fontainebleau: Royal Palace & Sandstone Boulders
★4.8
Fontainebleau, Seine-et-Marne (45 min south of Paris) · $$ · Best for Hikers, history buffs, and day trippers
Catch the 40-minute Transilien R train from Gare de Lyon into vibrant golden beech forests. Tour the Renaissance apartments before an afternoon walk among the sculpted sandstone boulders of the Gorges de Franchard.
Chantilly, Oise (25 min north of Paris) · $$ · Best for Couples and history lovers
Just 25 minutes by TER from Gare du Nord, Chantilly pairs the Duke of Aumale's historic art collection with sprawling English gardens in mid-fall color, capped with freshly whipped Chantilly cream at the Hameau.
Place data by Foursquare & Google · Photo: Yuriy Odessa (BE)
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