July 14th - activities

Paris 2024 Olympics: City Hall open on the night of July 14 to admire the Olympic flame

With the Paris 2024 Olympic Games just around the corner, Hôtel de Ville is gearing up for an exceptional evening! On July 14, the building will open its doors to the public to unveil the famous Olympic flame. For a whole night, Parisians and visitors alike will be invited to admire the symbol of the global event (reservations required), 12 days before it kicks off!

July 14, 2024 in Paris: the Louvre Museum is free for the National Holiday

In France, the national holiday is celebrated on July 14, 2024. To mark the occasion, the Musée du Louvre is opening its doors free of charge, subject to registration. It's the perfect opportunity to discover this iconic Parisian landmark and explore its collections and masterpieces.

Atout Branches, the tree-climbing course in Milly-la-Forêt (91)

Atout Branches is the accrobranche course located in Milly-la-Forêt, in the Essonne department. In the heart of the countryside, you'll have fun moving from tree to tree on a course combining thrills and balance. A progressive course that takes you from the easiest to the most difficult circuit at your own pace, to be tested from April 1, 2024 after a winter closure.

Paris 2024: no July 14th military parade on the Champs-Elysées, moved to avenue Foch

A change of program for the July 14 parade in 2024! Due to the Paris Olympic Games, the traditional procession has been moved to a neighboring avenue, and will carry the Olympic flame.

July 14: how much does the Eiffel Tower fireworks display in Paris cost?

This July 14, 2023, Parisians were treated to a sublime display of colorful fireworks fired from the Eiffel Tower. But how much did this incredible 20-minute show, a symbol of the French national holiday, cost?

July 14, 2023 in Paris: traffic and parking restrictions - security arrangements

Fête Nationale is celebrated in Paris this Friday, July 14, 2023. Between the Military Parade, the fireworks display on the Eiffel Tower and the concert on the Champ-de-Mars, these events will generate traffic restrictions, road closures and parking restrictions. If you want to attend these events, please plan ahead.

Buses and streetcars stopped at 10 p.m. on July 13 and 14, 2023 in major urban areas

In anticipation of any deterioration, buses and streetcars will stop earlier in all major urban areas, including Ile-de-France, on the evenings of July 13 and 14. Subways and RERs, however, will run as normal.

Fête nationale: sale of firework mortars banned until July 15

Following the riots that shook France, firework mortars have been banned for private use until July 15, 2023. In the run-up to the national holiday and fireworks displays, the measure is designed to prevent incidents.

Fête Nationale: popular ball and concerts in Bezons (95)

The town of Bezons is once again organizing its traditional 14th of July popular ball on the evening of Thursday 13th July 2023, in the heart of the town, with many concerts to spend a festive evening, starting at 8pm!

Bastille Day on July 14th in Cergy (95): Special hip-hop ball

A large-scale hip hop ball will be held in Cergy, Val d'Oise, on July 14, 2023, to celebrate the French National Holiday.

National holiday on July 14, 2023 in Taverny (95): concert, firemen's ball and fireworks display

For the Fête Nationale 2023, the town of Taverny is organizing a fireworks display on July 13, but also invites you to join in the fun from 8pm onwards with a concert and DJ at a popular ball.

Bastille Day, July 14, 2023: on the rooftop of Le Georges restaurant (Centre Pompidou)

Looking for "The Place to be" to watch the fireworks on July 14, 2023 in Paris? Head for the rooftop of Le Georges restaurant, on the 6th floor of the Centre Georges Pompidou, for an exceptional evening of gourmet dining and fiery DJ sets, all with a panoramic view of the Paris skyline!

July 14, 2023: Republican aperitif, concerts and fireworks in Nemours (77)

The town of Nemours celebrates Bastille Day with music and fireworks on July 14, 2023.

Fireworks and concerts on July 14, 2023 in Triel-sur-Seine (78)

The town of Triel-sur-Seine celebrates the Fête Nationale this Thursday, July 13, 2023 from 6pm onwards in the Place Philippe Prévost. On the program: concerts, food, dancing, games and, of course, fireworks.

July 14, 2023 Brunch at Laurier to watch the parade and eat Greek food - cancelled

On July 14, 2023, the Greek restaurant Laurier, ideally located on the Champs-Élysées, invites you to discover the famous military parade on the most beautiful avenue in the world while enjoying Hellenic and Mediterranean cuisine from Maison Mavrommatis on the occasion of the Fête Nationale. The Galeries Lafayette entrance to the restaurant will unfortunately be closed on July 14 for security reasons! The brunch is therefore unfortunately cancelled.

Feu d'Artifice du 14 Juillet à Paris: Discover the gourmet terraces of Printemps Haussmann

This July 14, 2023 in Paris, Printemps Haussmann is offering a memorable experience on its terraces to admire the fireworks. The perfect opportunity to celebrate the national holiday with exceptional dinners starting at 69€! From Café Messika to La Reine Mer, here are perched spots that offer a breathtaking view while you feast.

Aerocène en fête, a festive family balloon event at Hangar Y on July 14

On Friday July 14th, the national holiday, swap the traditional family picnic, outing with friends or stroll in the park for a fun, cultural and exciting outing at the Hangar Y in Meudon.

Blood donation: the annual blood drive in support of the armed forces takes place at Les Invalides on July 14

For the 10th year, the Centre de Transfusion Sanguine des Armées is organizing its blood drive. Join us on July 14, 2023 at the Hôtel des Invalides for a good deed.

July 14, 2023: festive and popular firemen's ball at La Monnaie de Paris

During the Fête Nationale, dance the night away in Paris museums on the arm of the firefighters! On Thursday July 13, 2023, the Monnaie de Paris organizes its traditional firemen's ball, for all-night fun.

July 14, 2023 at the Jardin d'Acclimatation: music-hall day and festive ball in the park

How about celebrating July 14 at the Jardin d'Acclimatation? This Friday, July 14, 2023, the famous park is organizing a grand ball around the music hall, to feast and dance with family and friends after the parade on the Champs-Elysées.