Vive la France! Count down to France's national holiday. Bastille Day commemorates the storming of the Bastille in 1789 and the values of liberty, equality, and fraternity. From the military parade on the Champs-Élysées to the spectacular fireworks at the Eiffel Tower, July 14 is a day of celebration.
When Is Bastille Day 2026?
Bastille Day 2026 is on July 14, 2026. Celebrated every July 14, it is the French National Day (Fête nationale française), commemorating the storming of the Bastille fortress-prison on July 14, 1789, a pivotal event in the French Revolution. It is one of the most important public holidays in France.
How France Celebrates
The celebrations begin with the oldest and largest military parade in Europe, marching down the Champs-Élysées in Paris. The President of the Republic reviews the troops, and jets streak across the sky in the colors of the French flag. In the evening, the Eiffel Tower becomes the centerpiece of a breathtaking fireworks display. Across France, towns host their own fireworks, dances (bals des pompiers), and community celebrations.
Count Down to July 14
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