July 14 has been France's national holiday since 1880, when Republican deputies decided to offer the nation a collective celebration. The date was chosen from several proposals, as it corresponds both to the day the Bastille was taken on July 14, 1789, and to the anniversary of the Fête de la Fédération, which celebrated the event 1 year later, on July 14, 1790, and which unfortunately ended tragically.
Why is July 14th a national holiday in France? History and origins of the national holiday
Every July 14th, France celebrates its national holiday! But do you remember exactly what happened on July 14, 1789? And do you know how long July 14 has been a national holiday in France? We tell you. [Read more]
Almost 150 years later, July 14th is still celebrated in the various communes of France, which often organize events such as military parades, popular balls and fireworks displays, sometimes on July 13th.
While the city of Paris organizes a fine program of festivities on the 14th alone, with a military parade on the Champs-Élysées (exceptionally moved) and a morning flypast followed by fireworks from the Eiffel Tower in the evening, other neighbouring towns prefer to shoot off their fireworks on the 13th. There are a number of reasons for this choice of date, but it's likely that more people will be able to enjoy the fireworks, as the following day is a public holiday.
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July 14th national holiday in Pontault-Combault (77): fireworks on July 13, 2024
Pontault-Combault is celebrating its national holiday again this year, with a traditional fireworks display on Saturday July 13, 2024. [Read more]
Fête Nationale in Champagne-sur-Seine (77): fireworks & popular ball on July 13, 2024
To celebrate the Fête Nationale in the traditional way, the town of Champagne-sur-Seine located in Seine-et-Marne invites us to enjoy its fireworks display and popular ball that await us this year on Saturday, July 13, 2024. [Read more]
Fête nationale in Melun (77): Fireworks along the Seine July 13, 2024
The city of Melun, in the Seine-et-Marne region, invites us to celebrate the Bastille Day on July 14 in style with a fireworks display to be admired from the banks of the Seine. See you on Saturday, July 13, 2024. [Read more]
Fête Nationale in Meaux (77): parade and fireworks on July 13, 2024
Join us on July 13, 2024 for a spectacular fireworks display and parade to celebrate France's national holiday! [Read more]
Fête Nationale in Villeparisis (77): Republican picnic on July 13, 2024
The town of Villeparisis, in the Seine-et-Marne region, is preparing a large Republican picnic to celebrate the Fête Nationale in style, on July 13, 2024, with plenty of entertainment for the whole family. [Read more]
July 14 at Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte 2024: fireworks and an exceptional candlelit evening
The Fête Nationale will be celebrated not on July 14, but on the evening of July 13, 2024, at the Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte. A special Candlelight Evening is on the program, and we tell you all about it. [Read more]
July 14th Fontainebleau (77): military parade, ball & re-enactments for the National Holiday
To celebrate Bastille Day on July 14, the Seine-et-Marne town of Fontainebleau invites you to a military parade, a citizens' picnic and a Republican ball on July 13, 2024. For the occasion, the town is also preparing to stage re-enactments to mark the 80th anniversary of the liberation of the town. [Read more]
National holiday on July 14 in Poissy (78): Fireworks on July 13, 2024
The town of Poissy is celebrating the Fête Nationale with, of course, a fireworks display for young and old alike, fired on the evening of Saturday, July 13, 2024! [Read more]
Fête Nationale in Plaisir (78): Fireworks and popular ball on July 13, 2024
The town of Plaisir celebrates the Fête Nationale with its traditional fireworks display and popular ball on July 13, 2024! [Read more]
Fête Nationale in Trappes (78): Concert by Les Fatals Picards, Village Solidaire & fireworks display
For the Fête Nationale 2024, the town of Trappes is pulling out all the stops, with a solidarity village, a concert by Les Fatals Picards, a picnic and not forgetting the traditional fireworks display. See you at the Parc de la Plaine de Neauphle on July 13, 2024 to enjoy the festivities! [Read more]
July 14, 2024 in Guyancourt, fireworks, dance and ball on the program (78)
The town of Guyancourt is offering a festive afternoon for the Fête nationale this Saturday, July 13, 2024. Concerts, games and a popular ball await you. Click here for the program. [Read more]
July 14 fireworks in Elancourt, La Verrière and Maurepas on July 13, 2024
La Verrière, Élancourt and Maurepas celebrate the Fête Nationale together. This Saturday, July 13, from 11 p.m., join us at the Coulée Verte in Élancourt for a spectacular fireworks display that will light up the sky. Whether you're with family or friends, come and enjoy this breathtaking pyrotechnic show and marvel at the beauty of the colors and shapes that will unfold in the darkness of the night. [Read more]
Bastille Day on July 14, 2024 in Sartrouville (78): fireworks, karaoke and dancing
Sartrouville celebrates the Fête nationale on July 13 and 14, 2024, with fireworks, giant karaoke and a popular dance party for a festive weekend! [Read more]
Fête Nationale in Montigny-le-Bretonneux (78): fireworks and popular ball on July 13, 2024
The Fête Nationale in Montigny-le-Bretonneux, in the Yvelines department, is set to be a grand affair, with the traditional fireworks display and a popular ball, on July 13, 2024, lasting all night long! [Read more]
Bastille Day on July 14th 2024 in Houdan (78): fireworks, popular ball and country-style meal
The town of Houdan is organizing festivities for the Fête Nationale on July 13 and 14, 2024. The program includes a torchlight procession, fireworks and a popular ball, as well as a country-style meal and family entertainment! [Read more]
Fête Nationale in Conflans-Sainte-Honorine (78): fireworks and ball on July 13, 2024
To celebrate the Fête nationale in style, the town of Conflans-Sainte-Honorine in the Yvelines region is looking forward to seeing you on July 13, 2024, with the inevitable fireworks display followed by a popular ball! Thanks to a special dispensation, the fireworks display has been maintained. [Read more]
Fête Nationale in Les Mureaux (78): fireworks on the Seine and popular ball on July 13, 2024
For the Fête Nationale 2024, the town of Les Mureaux is organizing its traditional fireworks display, to be held on the banks of the Seine on July 13. A popular ball is also expected to keep young and old alike dancing! [Read more]
Fête Nationale in Mantes-la-Jolie (78): Picnic, lanterns and fireworks on July 13, 2024
The town of Mantes-la-Jolie is organizing a family-friendly evening to celebrate the Fête Nationale 2023. On the program: lantern distribution for a torchlight procession, fireworks and a popular ball on July 13! [Read more]
Fête Nationale in Houilles (78): dance concert and fireworks on July 13, 2024
A great program for the Fête Nationale! The town of Houilles invites you to take part in a wide range of events and admire its fireworks display on July 13, 2024. Join us at 5pm in Parc Charles-de-Gaulle to discover the festivities! [Read more]
July 14: fireworks, ball and military parade on July 13, 2024 in Saint-Germain-en-Laye (78)
The traditional fête nationale will be celebrated on Saturday July 13, 2024 at the Domaine national de Saint-Germain-en-Laye. A military parade, a ball and fireworks are planned, to the delight of local residents. [Read more]
July 14, 2024 in the royal park of Marly-le-Roi, fireworks and ball on the program (78)
The towns of Marly-le-Roi, Louveciennes and Port-Marly are celebrating the Fête Nationale on July 14th this Saturday, July 13, 2024, in the sublime royal park of Marly-le-Roi. A ball and fireworks display await you in this verdant, historic setting. [Read more]
July 14, 2024 in Rambouillet (78): fireworks and ball in the Château park
The town of Rambouillet, in the Yvelines department, is offering several highlights to celebrate the national holiday. Join us on Saturday July 13, 2024 to enjoy these popular events. [Read more]
July 14 in Corbeil-Essonnes (91): popular ball and fireworks on July 13, 2024
The town of Corbeil-Essonnes is celebrating the Fête Nationale this year with a popular ball followed by the traditional July 14 fireworks display on Saturday July 13, 2024. [Read more]
July 14, 2024: fireworks, ball, open-air cinema and picnic at Ris-Orangis (91)
For the Fête Nationale, Ris-Orangis is planning two days of festivities on July 13 and 14, 2024, with entertainment for the whole family. Fireworks, cinema, ball, picnic... Discover the program. [Read more]
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. [Read more]
Fête Nationale: fireworks, picnic and ball on July 13, 2024 in Gif sur Yvette (91)
For the Fête Nationale on July 14, 2024, the town of Gif-sur-Yvette is organizing its traditional fireworks display, preceded by a Republican picnic and dance, on Saturday July 13. [Read more]
Fête Nationale in Savigny-sur-Orge (91): Fireworks on July 13, 2024
In Savigny-sur-Orge, the Fête Nationale promises to be a colorful affair, with an Olympic-themed fireworks display on July 13, 2024! [Read more]
Fête Nationale 2024 in Vigneux-sur-Seine (91): fireworks, dance and family entertainment
The town of Vigneux-sur-Seine invites you to join us on Saturday July 13, 2024 to celebrate the Fête Nationale in style, with fireworks, dancing and entertainment for the little ones. Discover the program! [Read more]
National holiday on July 14th: fireworks, picnic and dancing on July 13th in Longjumeau (91)
To celebrate the Fête nationale, Longjumeau residents are invited to take part in a dance party, and admire the fireworks, this Saturday, July 13, 2024, at the Parc des sports Longrenay. [Read more]
July 14th national holiday: fireworks, parade and ball on July 13th in Évry-Courcouronnes (91)
To celebrate the Fête nationale 2024, the town of Evry-Courcouronnes is unveiling a rich and beautiful program of events this Saturday, July 13, 2024. On the menu? Republican rendezvous, popular ball and fireworks on the theme of the Olympic and Paralympic Games. [Read more]
National holiday on July 14th: popular ball and fireworks this July 13th in Brétigny-sur-Orge (91)
This year, the commune of Brétigny-sur-Orge celebrates the national holiday this Saturday, July 13, 2024, with its unmissable fireworks display and a popular, family-friendly ball. [Read more]
Bastille Day on July 14th: fireworks and firemen's ball on July 13th in Palaiseau (91)
In Palaiseau, traditions are respected: the national holiday is synonymous with fireworks and a firemen's ball! Join us on July 13, 2024 at the Georges Collet stadium for a festive, free evening. [Read more]
Fête Nationale in Viry-Chatillon (91): Fireworks, concerts and entertainment on July 13, 2024
The commune of Viry-Chatillon is planning a fireworks extravaganza for the Fête Nationale 2024. Please note that the fireworks will be fired on July 13. Children's entertainment and concerts are also planned! [Read more]
Bastille Day in Colombes (92): fireworks on July 13, 2024
The town of Colombes, located in the Hauts-de-Seine department (92), is celebrating the Fête Nationale with a beautiful fireworks display on Saturday, July 13, 2024! [Read more]
Bastille Day in Courbevoie (92): fireworks on July 13, 2024
For the July 14th festivities, the town of Courbevoie invites families to celebrate the Fête Nationale with fireworks on Saturday July 13, 2024. [Read more]
Bastille Day in Clichy (92): fireworks and firemen's ball on July 13, 2024
To celebrate the Fête nationale, the town of Clichy in the Hauts-de-Seine department invites you to join them on Saturday, July 13, 2024, for a series of events on the town's quayside, followed by the traditional fireworks display and a firemen's ball. [Read more]
Fête Nationale in Bagneux (92): Fireworks and popular ball on July 13, 2024
The town of Bagneux in the Hauts-de-Seine department celebrates the Fête nationale! Join us on July 13, 2024 for a popular ball followed by the traditional fireworks display! [Read more]
Fête Nationale in Montrouge (92): Fireworks and popular ball on July 13, 2024
The town of Montrouge in the Hauts-de-Seine department celebrates the Fête nationale! Join us on July 13, 2024 for a fireworks display and a popular ball! [Read more]
Fête Nationale in Suresnes (92): Fireworks and popular ball on July 13, 2024
The Fête nationale fireworks display in Suresnes will take place on July 13, 2024! To enhance this festive and convivial evening, the Hauts-de-Seine town will also be hosting a popular ball. [Read more]
Fête Nationale in Gennevilliers (92): Fireworks on July 13, 2024
To celebrate Bastille Day, the town of Gennevilliers in the Hauts-de-Seine region of France is organizing its traditional fireworks display on July 13, 2024. [Read more]
Fête Nationale in Malakoff (92): Fireworks, concerts and popular ball on July 13, 2024
This year, the town of Malakoff celebrates the Fête nationale on July 13, 2024 with the traditional fireworks display, concerts and a popular ball! [Read more]
July 14: fireworks and popular dances on July 13, 2024 in Issy-les-Moulineaux (92)
The town of Issy-les-Moulineaux celebrates the Fête Nationale in style this Saturday, July 13, 2024, with a torchlight procession followed by fireworks, the traditional firemen's ball and a popular ball. Let's get ready for a Fête Nationale under the banner of conviviality and sharing! [Read more]
July 14th national holiday: sporting fireworks on July 13, 2024 in Rueil-Malmaison (92)
To celebrate the Fête nationale, the town of Rueil-Malmaison invites you to join us on Saturday July 13, 2024 for its traditional fireworks display, to be admired in the Parc de Bois Préau! [Read more]
Fête nationale: fireworks and firemen's ball on July 13, 2024 in Antony (92)
The town of Antony celebrates its national holiday on Saturday, July 13, 2024, with a magnificent fireworks display and a grand firemen's ball! Join us in the Parc de la Noisette for a feast for the eyes, and dance the night away at the Antony fire station. [Read more]
Bastille Day: fireworks on July 14, 2024 in Nanterre (92)
The city of Nanterre in the Hauts-de-Seine region of France is planning to dazzle you with its traditional July 14 fireworks display (exceptionally fired on July 13, 2024) to be admired on the occasion of the Fête nationale 2024. This year, the fireworks will be launched on July 13 from the Gabriel Péri stadium. [Read more]
National holiday on July 14, popular ball and fireworks in Plessis-Robinson on July 13, 2024
The town of Plessis-Robinson celebrates Bastille Day on July 14th! This year, the Hauts-de-Seine town invites you to the Jardin de Robinson on Saturday July 13, 2024, with a popular ball and the traditional fireworks display. [Read more]
July 14th fireworks and firemen's ball 2024 in Levallois-Perret (92)
For the July 14th celebrations, the town of Levallois-Perret invites you to discover its fireworks display and popular ball, on July 13, 2024, on the occasion of the French National Holiday. [Read more]
Bastille Day on July 14 in Vanves (92): fireworks and dance on July 13
Hauts-de-Seine celebrates July 14th! To celebrate France's national holiday, the town of Vanves unveils a festive program featuring a children's ball, a dance party and a grand fireworks display on July 13, 2024. There's plenty to keep families happy! [Read more]
July 14, 2024: fireworks and festive entertainment on July 13 in Asnières-sur-Seine (92)
Celebrate Bastille Day on July 14 in Asnières-sur-Seine, with a lively evening and fireworks display to experience on Saturday, July 13, 2024. Come to Parc Robinson to enjoy this festive, free evening. [Read more]
Bastille Day: fireworks at La Courneuve (93) on July 13, 2024
For the Fête nationale, La Courneuve invites you to join us on Saturday, July 13, 2024 near the Palmers Bridge to admire the traditional fireworks display! [Read more]
July 14th Fête Nationale in Blanc-Mesnil (93): Fireworks and food stalls
Good news for Blanc-Mesnilois and Blanc-Mesniloises! After being cancelled in 2023 due to the damage caused by the riots, the July 14 fireworks display is making a comeback on July 13, 2024. From 12pm onwards, food stalls will be available for lunch and chilling out in the sun, before the fireworks are fired from 10:45pm on the roof of the town hall. [Read more]
Bastille Day on July 14 in Saint-Denis (93): Fireworks and popular ball on July 13, 2024
The city of Saint-Denis, near Paris, unveils a beautiful program for the Fête Nationale, July 13, 2024 with a DJ set during a popular ball and a fireworks display! [Read more]
July 14, 2024: firemen's ball, fireworks and French cancan in Aubervilliers (93)
The town of Aubervilliers in Seine-Saint-Denis is celebrating the Fête Nationale with a rich program to be discovered on July 12, 13 and 14, 2024. On the program? A firemen's ball, a French cancan show, not forgetting the traditional fireworks display! [Read more]
July 14th national holiday: sports show and fireworks in Tremblay-en-France (93)
Once again this year, the town of Tremblay-en-France will be staging its traditional Bastille Day fireworks display in the Château Bleu du Vieux-Village park, on Saturday July 13, 2024. The program includes a fireworks display, preceded by a sports concert by the Divertimento symphony orchestra. [Read more]
July 14th national holiday: firemen's ball and fireworks in Livry-Gargan (93) on July 13
A firemen's ball and fireworks: that's the program that awaits you on Wednesday July 13, 2024 in Livry-Gargan, Seine-Saint-Denis on the occasion of the Bastille Day national holiday. [Read more]
Bastille Day in Bagnolet (93): Fireworks on July 13, 2024
What's on the program for Fête Nationale 2024 in Bagnolet? The small-ring town in Seine-Saint-Denis is preparing a fireworks display for the eve of July 14. [Read more]
Bastille Day: Firemen's Ball in Montreuil (93) on July 13, 2024
To celebrate the Fête Nationale, this July 13, 2024, the city of Montreuil invites you to take part in the traditional firemen's ball, to dance the night away! [Read more]
Fête Nationale du 14 juillet: Bal populaire by Radio Nova in Saint-Ouen (93) on July 13, 2024
Want to get your party on for the Fête Nationale? Join us in Saint-Ouen on July 13, 2024 for a popular ball hosted by Radio Nova. [Read more]
July 14 in Gentilly (94): fireworks and ball on July 13, 2024 for the Fête Nationale (French national holiday)
Looking for a great way to see July 14 fireworks in the Val-de-Marne? Head for Gentilly, which is organizing its fireworks show and popular ball for the Fête Nationale on Saturday July 13, 2024. [Read more]
National holiday on July 14th: fireworks and firemen's ball in Sucy-en-Brie (94)
Residents of Sucy-en-Brie are invited to celebrate the Fête nationale on Saturday July 13 and Sunday July 14, 2024, with a firemen's ball, torchlight procession and fireworks display! [Read more]
Fête Nationale 2024 in Champigny-sur-Marne (94): Olympic-themed fireworks display
The city of Champigny invites you to enjoy its fireworks display on July 13, 2023, to celebrate its national holiday. Join us in the Parc du Plateau for a firemen's ball and a fiery show! [Read more]
Fête Nationale in Nogent-sur-Marne (94): Fireworks and popular ball on July 13, 2024
For the Fête Nationale 2024, Nogent-sur-Marne invites you to the marina on July 13 for the traditional fireworks display and a popular ball with a DJ set. [Read more]
Fête Nationale on July 14, 2024 in Maisons-Alfort (94): Fireworks and firemen's ball
In the Île-de-France region, Val-de-Marne is also celebrating the Fête Nationale! In Maisons-Alfort, a festive two-day program awaits you on July 13 and 14, 2024. A grand ball with the participation of the Maisons-Alfort fire department, a children's fair and the traditional fireworks display... There's plenty to celebrate the Fête Nationale! [Read more]
July 14th National Holiday: Fireworks and popular ball in Villejuif (94) on July 13, 2024
Villejuif invites you to enjoy its Fête nationale fireworks display this Saturday, July 13, 2024! Rendezvous at the Hautes-Bruyères departmental park for an evening of music, with on-site catering and picnics permitted. [Read more]
Bastille Day in Thiais (94): Fireworks and firemen's ball on July 13, 2024
Looking for a great way to celebrate Bastille Day? Head for Thiais, in the Val-de-Marne, to celebrate July 14th in style. On the program: fireworks and firemen's ball! [Read more]
Fête Nationale 2024: fireworks, entertainment and popular ball at Le Perreux-sur-Marne (94)
Le Perreux-sur-Marne is the place to party! This Saturday, July 13, 2024, celebrate France's national holiday with a fireworks display open to all, as well as a popular ball and entertainment for the whole family. [Read more]
July 14, 2024 at l'Haÿ-les-Roses (94), fairground games, open-air cinema, popular ball & fireworks display
For the Fête Nationale in L'Haÿ-les-Roses, a festive program awaits you this Saturday, July 13, 2024! On the menu: fairground games, inflatables, an open-air cinema, a popular ball and fireworks! [Read more]
Fête Nationale in Alfortville (94): fireworks and 90s ball on July 13
Alfortville, in the Val-de-Marne, invites us to take part in the national holiday this July 13, 2024, with a special theme: experience a fireworks display and popular ball to the rhythm of the 90s. [Read more]
Bastille Day in Goussainville (95): entertainment and fireworks on July 13, 2024
Looking for a good program in the Val-d'Oise to celebrate the Fête nationale? Join us on Saturday July 13, 2024 in Goussainville for a wide range of entertainment, followed by the traditional fireworks display! [Read more]
Fête Nationale in Argenteuil (95): Fireworks on July 13, 2024
Fête nationale 2024 takes place in Argenteuil on the evening of July 13. The program includes the traditional fireworks display in the Hôtel de Ville park! [Read more]
Fête Nationale in Franconville (95): picnic, concert and fireworks on July 13, 2024
The town of Franconville in the Val-d'Oise celebrates the Bastille Day on July 14! Join us at the Bois des Eboulures on July 13, 2024 for a picnic, a concert and the traditional fireworks display. [Read more]
Fête Nationale in Osny (95): horse show and musical dinner on July 13, 2024
Like every year, Osny is one of the towns to celebrate July 14th, but this year there will be no fireworks! Instead, the program includes a horse show and a musical dinner! [Read more]
Fête Nationale on July 14, 2024 in Montmorency (95): fireworks and beef festival
The town of Montmorency awaits you again this year for the fireworks display on July 13, 2024! Popular festivities and entertainment are also on the program for this National Holiday in the Val d'Oise, with the traditional Fête du Boeuf. [Read more]
July 14, 2024 national holiday: popular ball and fireworks in Montmagny (95) on July 13
The town of Montmagny celebrates the Fête Nationale this Saturday, July 13, 2024, with a popular ball and fireworks display to be admired at the Charles Grimaud stadium. [Read more]
Fête Nationale 2024 in Herblay-sur-Seine (95): fireworks, torchlight procession and DJ set
For the Fête Nationale, the town of Herblay-sur-Seine in the Val d'Oise invites you to enjoy a great festive program this July 13, 2024. On the menu: torchlight procession, fireworks and DJ set! [Read more]
Fireworks and entertainment in Cormeilles-en-Parisis (95) for Fête Nationale 2024
The town of Cormeilles-en-Parisis awaits you this Saturday, July 13, 2024 to celebrate the Fête Nationale with entertainment all afternoon right through to the fireworks display at 11pm in the evening. [Read more]
Bastille Day: Fireworks on July 13, 2024 in Auvers-sur-Oise (95)
In Auvers-sur-Oise, the July 14 fireworks await you this Saturday, July 13, 2024. Starting at 6.30pm, there'll be entertainment for all the family, and plenty of refreshments and snacks while you wait for the fireworks show! [Read more]
July 14th fireworks and ball in Garges-lès-Gonesse (95) - The program
For the July 14 festivities, the town of Garges-lès-Gonesse awaits you for an unforgettable Fête nationale on Saturday, July 13, 2024. On the program: the traditional fireworks display, of course, but also workshops for young and old, and a popular ball. [Read more]
Dates and Opening Time
On July 13th, 2024
Prices
Free
Why is July 14th a national holiday in France? History and origins of the national holiday
