Concierge suggestions october 25

October in Paris: between artistic sparkle and gentle autumn effervescence

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"Georges de La Tour: Between light and shadow" - Musée Jacquemart-André

The Musée Jacquemart-André is devoting an exceptional retrospective to Georges de La Tour, the 17thᵉ century master of chiaroscuro. Some thirty works, including some rarely shown to the public, invite us to immerse ourselves in his fascinating universe. Between intimate scenes and candlelit light effects, the exhibition highlights the influence of Caravaggio and La Tour's virtuosity in depicting silence and contemplation.
Musée Jacquemart-André, 158 boulevard Haussmann, Paris 8e - September 11, 2025 - January 25, 2026

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John Singer Sargent - "Dazzling Paris" - Musée d'Orsay

From September 23, 2025 to January 11, 2026, the Musée d'Orsay celebrates the American painter John Singer Sargent through more than 90 works retracing his decade in Paris (1874-1884). Conceived in partnership with New York's Metropolitan Museum of Art, this exhibition reveals the decisive influence of Paris on his work, and his rise to become one of the greatest portraitists of his time.
Musée d'Orsay, 1 rue de la Légion d'Honneur, Paris 7e - September 23, 2025 - January 11, 2026

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20 km de Paris - Sporting impetus in the heart of Paris

On October 12, 2025, the 20 km de Paris will set the heart of Paris beating. Thousands of runners will set off from the Pont d'Iéna, skirting the Seine and the Eiffel Tower in an atmosphere that's both sporting and festive. This mythical route combines performance, emotion and wonder at the most beautiful monuments in Paris.
Start Pont d'Iéna - Finish under the Eiffel Tower, Paris 7e - October 12, 2025

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Fête des Vendanges de Montmartre - Paris celebrates its vineyards

On the heights of the Butte, the Fête des Vendanges de Montmartre returns for a new edition dedicated to conviviality. From October 8 to 12, 2025, tastings, parades, concerts and a popular ball will liven up the neighborhood. The famous Clos Montmartre vineyards will open their doors for guided tours.
Butte Montmartre, Paris 18th - October 8 to 12, 2025

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La Bohème - Opéra Bastille

From October 2 to 14, 2025, the Opéra Bastille presents Puccini's La Bohème, poetically staged by Claus Guth. Transposed into a space capsule, this version offers an intimate, visionary reading of the Romantic masterpiece. Sung in Italian and surtitled in French and English, this production combines dramatic intensity and visual beauty.
Opéra Bastille, Place de la Bastille, Paris 12e - Performances October 2, 5, 8, 11 and 14, 2025

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Giselle - Palais Garnier

From September 28 to October 31, 2025, the ballet Giselle returns to the Palais Garnier stage in a version faithful to the original 1841 choreography. Under the musical direction of Andrea Quinn, this production sublimates the eternal themes of love and redemption, supported by costumes designed by Chanel.
Palais Garnier, Place de l'Opéra, Paris 9e - From September 28 to October 31 2025

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Restaurant of the month: Prévelle

In the heart of the 7ᵉ arrondissement, Prévelle embodies the instinctive, refined cuisine of chef Romain Meder. In a sober, luminous setting, the plates celebrate seasonality and precision of gesture. Inspired by his roots in Haute-Saône, the chef expresses a sensitive vision of contemporary gastronomy, where every detail counts.
Prévelle - 34 rue Saint-Dominique, Paris 7e - Open Tuesday to Saturday, lunch and dinner.

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