What to do in Paris this weekend (October 18-20)
Unmissable cultural activities or country retreat? We’ve selected the best times to enjoy Paris this weekend. From unique salons to the most exclusive addresses, follow our program for an unforgettable weekend in the City of Light!
What’s the must-see show this weekend?
Art Basel: the must-attend contemporary art fair in Paris
The Art Basel fair, to be held from October 18 to 20, 2024, is an essential event for discovering modern and contemporary art. This edition will once again be held at the Grand Palais Ephémère in Paris, after several relocated editions. This emblematic venue offers an ideal backdrop for exhibiting bold, avant-garde works. This international fair presents a selection of works from renowned galleries around the world. Participants can explore a range of monumental installations, sculptures and performances, both indoors and out. Works are also exhibited in iconic Parisian locations such as the Jardins des Tuileries and Place Vendôme.
Grand Palais éphémère, Avenue Winston Churchill 75008. Buy your tickets online.
Our recommendation for lunch near Art Basel: the Vendemiaire restaurant
Which exhibition to see this weekend?
“Pop Forever, Tom Wesselmann &…” at the Fondation Louis Vuitton
From October 17, 2024 to February 24, 2025, the Fondation Louis Vuitton presents the exhibition “Pop Forever, Tom Wesselmann &…”, a unique retrospective dedicated to Pop Art, the leading artistic movement of the 1960s that continues to influence contemporary culture worldwide and across all generations.Pop Art, a movement born in the 1960s, revolutionized the… find out more.
Which gourmet break to try this weekend?
Naraé Kim’s tea time at the Park Hyatt Paris Vendôme
In the palace’s luxurious setting, chef Naraé Kim has chosen to transform the traditional tea time into a unique sensory experience. Inspired by the snacks of her childhood, she offers a refined reinterpretation of these memories. She also collaborates with Tea Master Carine Baudry to create unique infusions. Together, they have developed the “Terre” range. It celebrates the authentic flavors of the French terroir. Among the delights on offer are childhood cookies such as cookies, cat’s tongues, spritz, gangjeong and fruit trays, all reinterpreted with a modern twist. Quetsches, bananas and apple buckwheat offer an explosion of natural flavors. Light, local cookies made with vegetables, fruit, wheat and wine reflect the richness of the region’s flavors… Find out more.
Park Hyatt Paris-Vendôme – 5 rue de la Paix, 75002 Reservations on 01 58 71 10 60 or by email at [email protected]
What chic new boutique to discover this weekend?
The Frère ephemeral boutique, the men’s capsule from the Soeur brand
Sœur makes men’s wardrobes its own, revisiting classics such as herringbone wool coats, chino pants and cozy round-neck sweaters. These simple yet sophisticated pieces will appeal to men and women alike, who are sure to borrow them. The color palette remains true to Sœur’s codes: green, blue and brown tones, perfectly suited to the winter season. We also offer exclusive collaborations, such as a Klein blue cap stamped with… find out more.
Until December at 103 rue Amelot, 75011.
What new and elegant experiences can you discover this weekend?
Treat yourself to a bespoke bookplate at Le Bon Marché
Lauren and Igor revive an almost forgotten tradition: the bookplate. This accessory, meaning “in the library of” in Latin, marks the ownership of a book. It’s chic, intimate – we love it! Great figures such as Winston Churchill, Victor Hugo and Lewis Carroll used them to protect their collections. But with the disappearance of engravers and the rise of digital technology, ex-libris fell into oblivion. Fortunately, the founders of Ex-libris Paris, Lauren and Igor, have brought it back to life. The couple carry out “philosophical interviews” with each customer to create their bespoke stamp, adapted to their personality. Lauren transforms herself into a literary psychoanalyst to discover the symbols that correspond to each owner… read more.
Second floor of Le Bon Marché, 75007.
Where can you enjoy an aperitif with a difference?
Eataly, for sun-drenched wines
Just a stone’s throw from the BHV Marais, Eataly Paris takes the place of the Parisian department store’s former employee canteen, and presents a magnificent venue that’s as uncluttered as it is welcoming. The idea behind the concept was simple: to bring together all Italian culinary specialities in a single place, where you can eat, buy and learn. This must-see venue celebrates Italian gastronomy, bringing together an exceptional selection of 6,000 artisanal products and culinary specialities typical of the Botte region. Get ready to treat your taste buds to authentic flavors and fresh market produce for a dolce vita aperitif!
37 rue Sainte-Croix de la Bretonnerie, 75004 France
Which film to see this weekend?
Lovers of the 7th Art will appreciate these three biopics
Lee Miller by Ellen Kuras with Kate Winslet. The incredible life of Lee Miller, ex-Vogue model and Man Ray’s muse, who became one of the first female war photographers. Through her courage and refusal of convention, she changed the way the world was seen.
The Apprentice by Ali Abassi, starring Sebastian Stan, is a plunge into the inner workings of the American empire. It explores the rise of young Donald thanks to a Faustian pact with Roy. Cohn, a conservative lawyer and political matchmaker.
Nikki by Céline Sallette with Charlotte Le Bon. Niki de Saint Phalle settles in France, far from stifling America. Despite this distance, reminiscences of her childhood haunt her mind. Niki soon discovers that art becomes her weapon of liberation. The film focuses on Niki de Saint Phalle as an artist, but also as a woman.
To find out more, here’s the rest of the selection.
Where to get away from the hustle and bustle of Paris this weekend?
Two getaways just an hour from Paris with Maisons de Campagne
Château de Villiers-le-Mahieu. Nestled in a 12-hectare park planted with trees, Château de Villiers-le-Mahieu is the first home of the Les Maisons de Campagne brand. Located 45 minutes from Paris, this enchanting estate offers a complete change of scenery and a serene, poetic setting. You enter the château through a majestic gate and a double row of lime trees. As well as a driveway spanning a moat leading to this historic building. Guarded by two enigmatic statues. With 98 rooms overlooking the countryside, it’s the ideal place for a green getaway just a stone’s throw from the capital. Read more.
La Maison du Val. A real break from the hustle and bustle, accessible by public transport. It is housed in a former hunting lodge belonging to Louis XIV, and surrounded by a 4-hectare estate in the forest of Saint-Germain-en-Laye. Promising immersion in the heart of nature. This superb historic residence has been tastefully modernized with the utmost respect for its surroundings. On site, the many relaxation areas, events and activities on offer leave no time for boredom. La Maison du Val is the perfect place for a nature getaway just a stone’s throw from Paris.
