To mark the launch of the 2024 edition ofPink October, organized by theRuban Rose association, the Eiffel Tower was lit up in pink, as it is every year. But, as in previous years, the Iron Lady won't be the only one taking part: other monuments and iconic sites around the capital will be decked out in pink for this year's event.
So this year, in addition to the Eiffel Tower, theLuxor obelisk on Place de la Concorde, Place Vendôme and theAssemblée Nationale will be lit up in pink, not on October 1, but on Monday September 30, 2024.
Place Vendôme also played host to a show directed by Mehdi Kerkouche and set to music by Amir, featuring women affected by the disease. The show took place in the presence of Claudia Tagbo, Évelyne Dhéliat and Alice Detollenaere, godmothers of the association.
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Octobre Rose 2024: the free show on Place Vendôme in Paris on video
To mark the launch of Pink October, breast cancer awareness month, the Ruban Rose association unveiled a free show on Place Vendôme, where the column was illuminated in pink for the occasion, on Monday September 30, 2024. [Read more]
This event is essential for the association, which supports medical and scientific research all year round, and raises awareness of breast cancer diagnosis among women. While significant progress has been made in medical research and quality of life for sufferers over the last few decades, it is vital to continue the fight against the disease.
One woman in eight is likely to develop breast cancer during her lifetime. With this awareness-raising campaign, the Pink Ribbon association is encouraging all women to undergo regular screening, in order to effectively combat this disease. Detected in time, 9 out of 10 breast cancers are cured.
Location
Eiffel Tower
Avenue Gustave Eiffel
75007 Paris 7
Access
Metro and RER: Line 6 or 9 "Trocadéro" station Line 6 "Bir-Hakeim" station RER C "Champ de Mars - Tour Eiffel" station
Prices
Free