Everything You Need to Do in Paris in October

Autumn is here! Between Fashion Week, Art Basel, the launch of major exhibitions and brand-new shows, October sounds like a promise. This month’s agenda features a Louis Vuitton anniversary exhibition, movie nights at the Louvre, highly desirable fashion collabs, a healthy dose of solidarity with Pink October, and of course a chance to wander among today’s most bankable contemporary artists. Enough to almost make you forget this summer’s palm trees…

At the same time as the Semaine du Goût, the Publicisdrugstore, gourmet stronghold of Eric Frechon, is about to light up the Champs-Élysées with the first edition of the Food & Wine Festival, a true ode to the French art de vivre. For lovers of beauty and good taste, a program full of encounters and flavors awaits!

Among the highlights: signature dishes by Éric Frechon (who is, of course, behind the initiative) such as macaroni stuffed with black truffle or line-caught whiting in a bread crust, not to mention 2.0 reinterpretations of the Publicisdrugstore’s club sandwich and Caesar salad, revisited by Charlie Anne and Grégoire Touchard, contestants from the latest season of Top Chef.

But that’s not all: endless tastings of dishes and desserts by Eric Bouchenoire and Claire Heitzler, masterclasses, a gala dinner orchestrated by the legendary Bande du Crillon, film screenings… And the surprises don’t stop at sunset! The most beautiful avenue in the world will pulse at night to the rhythm of DJ sets, accompanying mixology masterclasses hosted by shaker virtuoso Matthias Giroud. An eclectic program, united by one common passion: the love of good living!

Food & Wine Festival at PublicisDrugstore, 133 avenue des Champs-Élysées, Paris 8e. From October 11th to 19th. Masterclasses by reservation.

A hundred years deserves a celebration! To mark the centenary of the 1925 International Exhibition of Decorative Arts and Modern Industry, Louis Vuitton invites visitors to discover how the iconic house shaped the movement in its new exhibition: Louis Vuitton Art Déco.

Starting September 26 at LV Dream, guests can stroll through 8 thematic rooms and admire 300 objects and archival pieces straight from the maison’s heritage collection. From its creation in 1854 to the final gallery La beauté en voyage, the journey unfolds through exceptional works, contemporary creations, and exclusive leather goods that make us wish the voyage would never end.

The extra treat? A gourmet pause after the visit at the Café Maxime Frédéric at Louis Vuitton, just upstairs, where you can enjoy fine pastries, savory creations, and exquisite chocolates imagined by our favorite pastry chef.

Louis Vuitton Art Déco, LV Dream (26 Quai de la Mégisserie, Paris 1er). From September 26. Open Tuesday to Sunday, 11 am–8 pm. Free entry or online booking.

Back-to-school is behind us… so why not indulge in a creative pause this autumn? Step into a watercolor workshop with artist Rachel Wetk, in the intimate setting of the Bar LPC at the Sofitel Paris Baltimore Tour Eiffel.

In small groups of 4 to 8 participants, these 2-hour workshops (€49), led by Rachel Wetk, an architect by training and watercolorist of Chinese origin,invite you to unlock your creativity. All materials are provided, and everyone leaves with their own artwork, a poetic souvenir of a timeless moment.

To complete the experience, the workshop is paired with a homemade pastry by the hotel’s chef and a drink. A perfect Saturday afternoon ritual to discover your artistic voice.

Watercolor Workshop, Sofitel Paris Baltimore Tour Eiffel, 88 bis avenue Kléber, Paris 16e. Saturdays October 4, November 1, and December 6, 2025, from 3 pm to 5 pm. €49 per participant. Online booking required.

This weekend, head to the Grand Palais and other cultural landmarks for an arty and elegant escape at Art Basel. Here are four absolute must-sees :

First stop : a round table hosted by renowned editor and cultural curator Edward Enninful OBE ! All day on October 24, the former British Vogue editor-in-chief will lead intimate discussions with emblematic figures of the art scene, diving deep into the creative fusion of the 90s.

Next stop : just a few steps from the Grand Palais at Maison Guerlain (68 avenue des Champs-Élysées, Paris 8e), immerse yourself in life’s greatest affair: love. From October 22nd to November 16th, the house celebrates the 100th anniversary of its iconic perfume Shalimar with a new exhibition: En plein cœur: un siècle d’amour sans filtre. Featuring works by some thirty artists including Louise Bourgeois, Ren Hang, and Camille Henrot, the show explores this indescribable and unpredictable feeling and its evolution through time. A sensory olfactory trail, created by the house’s perfumer, completes this immersive experience.

For a timeless interlude : head to La Carrosserie (36 rue Chevert, Paris 7e) to discover the pop-up speakeasy Rose, c’est la vie, born from the collaboration between the culinary experience studio We Are Ona and scenographer-designer India Mahdavi. From October 20 to 26, Mexican chef Jesús Durón presents an unprecedented menu (6-course lunch €140 / 8-course dinner €220), still kept under wraps. Set in a former garage, every corner, chair, and table is draped in custom fabric inspired by the tender fragrance Rose d’Ispahan. More than a meal, it’s a fully immersive journey—visual, emotional, and celebratory of softness, feminism, and the beauty of a shared moment.
Finally : end your Art Basel journey in style with the extraordinary Oh La La! experience. How about a guided tour of the Grand Palais galleries led by none other than fashion’s favorite documentarian and exhibition curator, Loïc Prigent? This intimate and enriching encounter offers a fresh perspective on the artworks, plus a privileged moment with the darling of fashion week. Book via Airbnb (€250) for a VIP pass to the fair for the rest of the day, complete with exceptional services.

Art Basel Paris, October 24–26, Grand Palais, 17 avenue du Général Eisenhower, Paris 8e. Full program available at artbasel.com.

As every year, October turns pink to support research and all those affected by cancer, through special collections and events that donate proceeds to related associations. For the fifth consecutive year, Aubade joins forces with Ruban Rose, unveiling two post-surgery bras co-created with Juliette Moreau, a physiotherapist specialized in senology, along with Camille and Sylvane, two women who have undergone mastectomy. Because combining comfort and femininity is possible, 10% of sales are donated to the association. Don’t miss the Les Heures Roses evening at the Aubade flagship on October 16 (6–10 pm, 23 rue Tronchet, Paris 8e. Online booking required). The program includes manicures, treatments, bra-fitting, and inspiring encounters. To go further, Virgilia Hess has created an educational video reminding us of simple prevention gestures.

Throughout October, the legendary Molitor dons pink in support of the Institut Gustave Roussy. Each evening, Paris’s chicest pool lights up in pink as a symbol of solidarity. On the indulgence side: the Jardin d’Hiver restaurant goes into Pink Emotion tea time mode, serving the Raspberry Bloom cocktail and a signature dessert. The commitment continues at Europe’s largest spa with one-hour massages: Équilibre (€180), Tonic for a boost, or Relax to unwind. With each treatment, €2 is donated to research. For a fashion touch, pick up Pink Icon patches (€25) designed by Djohr, to wear proudly!

For six years, Isabelle Prat, founder of La Môme Bijou, has dedicated her talent to Octobre Rose. This year, she revisits her iconic pieces such as the Joy Letters necklace inscribed with “ROSE” in gold-plated letters on a pink cord. She has also imagined a ribbon-knot necklace, a universal symbol of this fight, along with “We are all Heroes” bracelets—a nod to David Bowie’s cult song. These bold and symbolic creations donate 100% of profits to the Ruban Rose association.

Who hasn’t dreamed of spending an evening in the most beautiful museum in the world? On the occasion of its new exhibition dedicated to revolutionary painter Jacques Louis David, author of the famous Serment du Jeu de Paume, the mythical Musée du Louvre opens the doors of its auditorium for eleven cinema screenings: De David à Kubrick. From Jean Renoir to Stanley Kubrick, including a documentary by Patric Jean on Napoleon, art and debates challenge our vision of the past and our national narratives through two founding myths: the French Revolution and the First Empire.

The cinema series kicks off in style on Friday, October 17, with an opening night attended by Marisa Berenson, featuring a restored screening of Barry Lyndon by Stanley Kubrick, marking the film’s 50th anniversary. Following on: L’Anglaise et le Duc (Éric Rohmer) on October 18 at 2 pm, or Un peuple et son roi (Pierre Schoeller) the same day at 8 pm. After this, you may never look at cinema the same way again.

De David à Kubrick at the Musée du Louvre (8 rue Sainte-Anne, Paris 1st). October 17–26. Full price: €10, reduced: €7, youth and solidarity rate: €5.

Fashion Week brings its share of stunning and surprising collaborations this month!

GANNI x New Balance: The two brands merge their worlds to create the 1906L, a hybrid between sneaker and loafer. With animal print everywhere, it’s the snake motif that takes the spotlight on this bold chunky-soled pair (€190, already available in stores). A desirable design that reinvents sportswear codes with the chic of a loafer, in a relaxed and ultra-trendy version.

Reformation x Nara Smith: Following the trail of the fascinating influencer Nara Smith is like time traveling with a modern twist. The brand teams up with the it-mom for a capsule that perfectly reflects her retro-glam vibe. Expect 20 covetable pieces, from a curve-hugging maxi dress (€398) to red mules (€318), and a sixties-inspired set (jacket €398, skirt €228). A collection that instantly transforms you into an American retro icon.

Chantelle X x Alice Vaillant: Just in time for Fashion Week, Chantelle X collaborates with Alice Vaillant, former Paris Opera dancer and founder of her own label. The capsule blends romance, glamour, and sensuality, drawing inspiration from classical ballet and 80’s sportswear. The line features five black silk pieces with ivory details—panty, bodysuit, garter belt, bloomer, and wireless triangle bra (prices range from €110 to €380). Available from October 3, it’s a collab that will definitely make you want to shed your clothes.

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It’s the meeting of two women with impeccable taste. On one side, Alix Depondt-Reynis, the queen of tableware, whose brand Alix D. Reynis offers a contemporary take on Limoges porcelain. On the other, Carine Beigbeder, director of Bourrienne Paris X, whose white shirts are inspired by the history of the magnificent Hôtel de Bourrienne in the 10th arrondissement – now family-owned. Their refined worlds come together in a wildly elegant collaboration celebrating French art de vivre, craftsmanship, and heritage through fashion and décor pieces we’re already obsessed with.

Available from September 3rd: a couture-style shirt with ruffled cuffs, embroidered trim, and lavallière collar (€420), plus a full table set inspired by décors from the hôtel particulier. Think €98 for a dinner plate, €52 for a coffee cup, €58 for a small dish, plus matching placemats and napkins. The perfect gift to elevate your next brunch with friends and play the château hostess in Paris.

Alix D. Reynis x Bourrienne Paris X, collection available September 3rd exclusively online and in their boutiques.

It’s been nearly a year since the magnificent Musée Jacquemart-André reopened after renovations! Following the success of its last exhibition on Italian painter Artemisia Gentileschi, the museum now honors French painter Georges de La Tour starting September 11th.

Never heard of him? Normal: this 17th-century master, once recognized as official painter of Louis XIII, fell into obscurity after his death before being rediscovered in the 20th century. This first retrospective since the Grand Palais in 1997 will delight Caravaggio fans. While La Tour learned from the Italian master, his art reinterprets chiaroscuro, radical realism, and spirituality in modern yet timeless compositions.

The exhibition brings together over thirty paintings and drawings, plus several saint busts. Highlights? The Newborn and The Pipe Blower, loaned by the Tokyo Fuji Art Museum, showcasing La Tour’s mastery of light as the true “painter of flame.”

GEORGES DE LA TOUR – Between Shadow and Light, September 11th to January 25th, 2026. Musée Jacquemart-André, 158 boulevard Haussmann, Paris 8e. Open daily 10am–6pm.

Tell me what bag you carry and I’ll tell you who you are! More than an accessory, a bag reflects your mood and even your social identity. After spotlighting jackets last year, Printemps Haussmann now dedicates a brand-new exhibition to handbags: Sac, sac, sac. More Than a Bag.

Spread across 800 m² and twelve sections, the expo showcases 200 iconic or emerging designs — from Lemaire, Coperni, Chanel, Louis Vuitton and more. Some practical, some micro, futuristic, beaded, odd-shaped, or straight-up art pieces.

Bonus: leather goods workshops on select Saturdays (Sept 6, Oct 4 & 18, online booking) to learn how to care for your favorite bag. Starting September 17th, stop by the brand-new Christophe Michalak coffee shop at Printemps Homme for cake, latte, or custom-made madeleines.

Sac, Sac, Sac. More Than a Bag, Printemps Haussmann, 64 boulevard Haussmann, Paris 9e. Sept 4 – Oct 26. Free entry daily 10am–8pm.

We already loved their spots at Canal Saint-Martin, Etienne Marcel, and Bastille. Now Bao Family founders Céline Chung and Billy Pham bring Petit Bao to the chic 8th arrondissement, right by Ternes.

From the outside, Petit Bao Ternes (PBT) already stands out with a cute terrace and a playful interior designed by Céline herself: green chairs, pink tables, fish-themed bathrooms, an open kitchen, and warm wood accents.

Must-order dishes include: fried shrimp wontons (€7), Charsiu Pork Baos (€9), meltingly soft Hong Shao eggplants (€13), Dan Dan noodles (€16), and the addictive Shanghai Noodles (€10). Don’t miss the limited-edition Crispy Truffle Mini Baos (€12). Wash it all down with homemade peach hibiscus iced tea (€5) or an Umeshu Spritz (€8), and save room for Mango Sago cream (€7) or Peanut Baos (€8).

Petit Bao – Ternes, 266 rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré, Paris 8e. Open daily for lunch & dinner.

Stylish stationery isn’t just for students! To make September more fun, head to the Marais to discover Koya, a brand-new stationery shop founded by chef Lorenza Lenzi.

No binders or rulers here, but rather a curated selection of 1,000+ references, often sourced from Japan: Penco Classic pens (€3.50), all kinds of notebooks, Kaweco fountain pens (€27–70), colored pencils, planners, Marvy Uchida felt-tip pens (€2.90), the cult Pentel Sign Pen (€2.50), or even a Hightide clock (€180) to never miss a Google Meet.

Koya Stationery, 26 rue du Petit-Musc, Paris 4e. Open Tue–Sat, 11am–7pm.

It was already a cult play 30 years ago — and the actors were too! The ex-Deschiens from Canal+ — Olivier Saladin, Olivier Broche, and François Morel (also directing) — revive Yasmina Reza’s Art at Théâtre Montparnasse.

The plot? Serge buys a minimalist contemporary artwork — a blank canvas — for €40,000. His old friend Marc ridicules the purchase, straining their friendship. Their third friend Yvan tries to mediate and save their bond.

Translated into dozens of languages and awarded worldwide, Reza’s masterpiece examines friendship unraveling under social differences and time’s passage. With three real-life longtime friends playing the roles, the performance is funny, tender, and refreshingly authentic.

Art by Yasmina Reza, until December 20 at Théâtre Montparnasse, 30 rue de la Gaîté, Paris 14e.

Our crush: the fun, creative ceramic painting workshop at Céramicafé Geneviève in the 11th arrondissement. Pick your canvas — bowl, mug, or plate — then let Geneviève, Paris’s ceramic queen, teach you techniques and guide you step by step.

Once finished, your piece is fired at 1,000°C. A week later, you can take home your creation and proudly display it in your living room.

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