Summer Takes the Stage: Paris’s Major Cultural Events and the Reopening of the Palais de la Découverte
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Paris comes alive in June with a vibrant cultural calendar, perfect for visitors staying at Hôtel de la Motte Picquet, just steps from the Eiffel Tower. Among the season's highlights, the International Paris Air Show will take place from June 16 to 22, 2025, at the Bourget Exhibition Center. This world-renowned event features spectacular flight demonstrations and the latest aerospace innovations. Easily accessible from our hotel by public transport, it promises a thrilling experience for aviation enthusiasts.
The Palais de la Découverte Reopens Its Doors
After five years of renovations, the iconic Palais de la Découverte — Paris’s legendary science museum — will partially reopen on June 11, 2025. Nestled in the west wing of the Grand Palais, this historic venue will launch its new season with the summer festival Premières Ondes, blending temporary exhibitions, artistic installations, and hands-on workshops. One of the key attractions is the new “Palais des Enfants” space for kids aged 2 to 10, featuring the interactive exhibition Transparence, which combines art and science to spark young minds.
Fête de la Musique: Paris in Perfect Harmony
On June 21, 2025, Paris celebrates the 43rd edition of the Fête de la Musique. Starting at 6 p.m., the city fills with free concerts in streets, squares, and historic sites. From rock to jazz, electronic to classical, every genre finds its stage. Near Hôtel de la Motte Picquet, don’t miss the open-air electro stage on Quai Anatole France in the 7th arrondissement. Even the Palais de la Découverte joins in with a special live musical performance.
Your Summer in Paris Starts Here
Whether you're a science lover, aviation enthusiast, or music aficionado, June in Paris offers countless unforgettable experiences. Hôtel de la Motte Picquet welcomes you in a warm and elegant setting, ideally located to enjoy it all.
Book your stay now and make the most of summer in the City of Light.
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Hotel de la Motte Picquet, a 3-star hotel close from Eiffel Tower and Invalides