Fête nationale: fireworks, torchlight procession and ball on July 13, 2024 in Les Ulis (91)

Les Ulis celebrates Bastille Day on July 14 with spectacular family events, to be experienced this Saturday, July 13, 2024. Join us in the Essonne department for the traditional fireworks display and popular ball.

July 14th marks the day when the French people stormed the Bastille prison, symbol of the oppression of the Ancien Régime, on July 14th 1789. A year later, the Fête de la Fédération was celebrated as a tribute to this very special day: since then, the date has become that of the Fête Nationale, a public holiday when the streets are decked out in blue, white and red, the colors of the French flag.

Every year, numerous events celebrate this historic date for the country: fireworks displays, firemen's balls, entertainment, free concerts... In theEssonne department, a great program is already in store for this Saturday, July 13, 2024, whether you're celebrating with family, friends or children!

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The Fête Nationale in Les Ulis is one of the best in the department, with a wide range of events including a poetic lantern-lit procession in the early evening, a popular ball and the traditional fireworks display, making for a wonderful evening of festivities!