le 19 juin 2026
Late June is one of my favorite times of year in France. The summer solstice on June 21 marks the longest day of the year, and in Paris, those extra hours of daylight and the sound of music throughout the city, seem to invite everyone outdoors.
Whether you're spending these ...
The Paris Postcard
The Paris Postcard: Summer Social Season Begins
le 12 juin 2026
Bonjour mes chers amis, June is unfolding beautifully in the capital. After last week's extraordinary heat followed by dramatic downpours, the city seems to have settled into the rhythm that Parisians wait for all year long. Gardens are lush, café terraces are full, and the social ...
The Paris Postcard: Summer Arrives
le 5 juin 2026
How is it already June? Somehow, Paris has already slipped into summer. In the span of just a few days, the city moves from sweltering heat to dramatic downpours and thunderstorms—a reminder that Parisian weather can be every bit as unpredictable as the city itself. As the skies ...
The Paris Postcard: Outdoor Living, Open Terraces, and the City in Celebration
le 29 mai 2026
Bonjour à toutes et à tous. Your Paris Postcard has arrived—bringing you this week’s cultural highlights, timeless traditions, and inspired moments from the City of Light.
Paris has entered that wonderful time of the year when it seems as if everyone lives outdoors. The days are ...
The Paris Postcard: Long Weekends and Signs of Summer
le 22 mai 2026
Step into Paris from anywhere in the world. Each week, the Paris Postcard shares what’s new, noteworthy, and utterly enchanting in the City of Light.
Pentecost Sunday and Monday fall on May 24 and 25 this year. These are official holidays in France, marking the descent of the ...
The Paris Postcard: From Couture and Candles to Courts and Cultural Currents
le 15 mai 2026
The Paris Postcard is your weekly love letter from Paris—curated highlights, hidden gems, and the latest happenings to inspire your week.
And this week, there’s a noticeable shift in the air. Paris is moving into that unmistakable late-spring rhythm where the city feels more ...
