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Paris in June 2025: A Curated Guide for Discerning Travelers

June in Paris is a symphony of culture, elegance, and summer vitality. For our esteemed American guests seeking refined experiences, the city offers a plethora of exclusive events and activities. 

Art & Culture

David Hockney Retrospective at Fondation Louis Vuitton: Explore over 400 works spanning 70 years of Hockney's illustrious career, including paintings, drawings, and digital creations.  

Steve McQueen's "Bounty" at Marian Goodman Gallery: This poignant exhibition features 47 photographs capturing the flora of Grenada, reflecting on themes of history and resilience.  

Music & Festivals
Fête de la Musique (June 21): Experience Paris transformed into a grand open-air concert, with free performances across the city celebrating the summer solstice. 

Paris Jazz Festival at Parc Floral: Enjoy weekend jazz concerts in a serene botanical setting, featuring both renowned and emerging artists. 

Champs-Élysées Film Festival (June 17–24): Celebrate French and American independent cinema with screenings, Q&A sessions, and industry events along the iconic avenue. 

Sports & Prestige

Roland-Garros (May 25 – June 8): Witness the pinnacle of clay-court tennis at the French Open, featuring top international players in a historic setting.  

Paris Air Show at Le Bourget (June 16–22): Discover the latest in aerospace innovation at this premier global event, with public days offering aerial displays and exhibitions.

Fashion & Shopping

Summer Sales Commence (June 26): Indulge in luxury shopping as Paris's renowned boutiques and department stores offer significant discounts on high-end fashion. 

Outdoor Elegance

Seine River Cruises: Savor gourmet meals and fine wines aboard a luxury cruise, taking in the city's landmarks from a unique vantage point.

Garden Strolls: Wander through the meticulously maintained gardens of Versailles or the charming Parc Monceau, perfect for leisurely afternoons.

Our dedicated concierge team at Le Grey Hotel is at your service to arrange personalized experiences, ensuring your Parisian stay is nothing short of extraordinary.

April in Paris is synonymous with refinement, culture and emotion. For guests visiting
in search of unique and prestigious experiences, the City of Light offers an exceptional programme
combining art, literature, music and gastronomic delights.

Here are the must-see events to discover this month.

1. Art Paris Art Fair (3 - 6 April 2025)
Under the majestic glass roof of the Grand Palais Éphémère, the Art Paris Art Fair brings together some 170
galleries from all over the world. The perfect opportunity to discover the latest trends in
modern and contemporary art, in a setting that is as artistic as it is architectural. A unique
experience for art lovers and collectors alike.

2. Marathon de Paris - Schneider Electric (13 April 2025)
One of the world's finest marathons takes in the capital's most emblematic landmarks: from the
Champs-Élysées to the Eiffel Tower, via the Place de la Bastille. Whether you're a
runner or a spectator, the atmosphere is spectacular and a testament to the dynamism of Paris.

3. Paris Book Festival (11 - 13 April 2025)
Literature lovers gather at the Grand Palais for an unmissable cultural event. Meetings with international authors, debates, readings... This fair offers an immersion in the world of books, in an elegant and contemporary atmosphere.

4. David Hockney exhibition at the Fondation Louis Vuitton (from 9 April 2025)
This major retrospective brings together more than 400 works by the British artist. Paintings,
drawings, photographs, digital works: the exhibition retraces seven decades of creative work in
an avant-garde architectural space designed by Frank Gehry. A highlight of the
art scene in Paris.

5. Classical Concerts at the Sainte-Chapelle
Immerse yourself in musical enchantment at the heart of one of the most beautiful Gothic buildings in
Paris. Classical music concerts at the Sainte-Chapelle, enhanced by its monumental
stained glass windows, offer an intimate, timeless experience. On the programme: Vivaldi,
Mozart, Bach...

6. Haute Gastronomie et Pâtisseries d'Exception
April marks the revival of spring menus in Paris's Michelin-starred restaurants.
Let our team guide you to book a table with the greatest chefs. And don't
miss out on the emblematic addresses of French patisserie, such as Pierre
Hermé, Sébastien Gaudard or the confidential tea rooms of the Marais.

Paris in April combines art de vivre, elegance and exclusivity. The entire Grey Hotel team is at your disposal at
to organise made-to-measure experiences, book your tickets or
and advise you on the most sought-after addresses.
We wish you a wonderful stay in the heart of Paris. 

1. Paris Fashion Week (27 February - 5 March)
Women's Fashion Week is in full swing at the beginning of the month. The top fashion houses present their Autumn-Winter 2025/2026 collections in iconic Paris locations. Even if you don't have tickets to the shows, the energy of fashion takes over the city with themed exhibitions and events in galleries and concept stores.

2. Plant Days at the Parc Floral (16 - 19 March)
With the arrival of spring, the Parc Floral hosts the Journées des Plantes, an ideal event for nature lovers. You can discover flower exhibitions, gardening tips and activities for young and old in a lush green setting.

3. Festival du Cinéma du Réel (22 - 31 March)
The Centre Pompidou becomes the meeting place for documentary lovers with the Festival du Cinéma du Réel. This festival showcases engaging and captivating works from the four corners of the globe. An excellent opportunity to explore unique stories while visiting this iconic cultural venue.

4. Spring cruises on the Seine
With the first rays of sunshine, cruises on the Seine take on an even more magical dimension. Whether it's a lunch cruise, a romantic dinner or simply a stroll to admire the monuments, this is an experience not to be missed.

5. Van Gogh en Couleurs’ exhibition at the Atelier des Lumières (until 30 April)
Immerse yourself in the world of Van Gogh with this immersive exhibition that brings his masterpieces to life in spectacular fashion. A perfect cultural outing for all the family.

6. Taste the flavours of Paris
March is also an ideal time to explore the Parisian gastronomic scene. Discover new neighbourhood restaurants, pastry shops renowned for their éclairs and macaroons, or take part in French cooking workshops.

Whether you're into art, fashion, nature or food, Paris has something for everyone. During your stay, our team at the Grey Hotel will be happy to advise you and organise your outings to make your visit unforgettable.

We wish you an excellent month of March in the heart of Paris!

 

Hundreds of Colorful Umbrellas Float Above a Charming Passageway in Paris

Le Village Royal, a boutique-lined passageway in Paris, is always popular with window shoppers. Now, however, this high-end alleyway is attracting foot traffic from all walks of life, thanks to an awe-inspiring installation by Sextafeira Produções.
Featuring 800 polychromatic parapluies, or “umbrellas,” floating overhead, the Umbrella Sky Project takes public art to new heights. When visitors enter Le Village Royal, they are dazzled by a magical, multicolored canopy of open umbrellas. As sunlight illuminates the shades, the passageway is transformed into a spectacular slice of paradise.
This is not the first time the Umbrella Sky Project has saturated city streets in color. From a Portuguese town to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, over 25 locations all over the world have gotten the Umbrella Sky Project’s Technicolor treatment. Intended to “bring color and joy and promote places and their surroundings,” these installations come through with flying colors.

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ArteConcert offers a large choice of Opera, Jazz, Pop, Metal and even World music and Performing arts. Several Opera houses also propose free online showings.
 
The Opera de Paris for example has put online a variety of shows such as the famous : Swan Lake, The Barber of Sevilla, and many more. These are available until the beginning of May on Opera de Paris’s website partnered by CultureBox.
The Philharmonie de Paris proposes all of their past concerts on the application “PhilharmonieLive”. A musical playlists and a virtual visit of the Museum of Music is also available on their website.

A large number of museums invite you to admire their digital collections and animations.
Even in a quarantaine situation, you can still admire the treasures of the Louvres or the Orsay Museums thanks to multiple formats available online.
The Grand Palais proposes to return to their exhibitions virtually. A large number of activities and visits, are also available for the entire family.
For a complete immersion the Modern Art Museum offers a 360 degree virtual visit and the Louis Vuitton Fondation proposes their own online cultural programme.
 
This list is of course far from exhaustive, but should give you some ideas to “escape” during these difficult times.
Take care of yourself and of each other !