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Fête Nationale 2026 : a firefighters’ ball in Athis-Mons (91), fireworks canceled

It's party time in Athis-Mons (91)! On July 13, 2026, to celebrate the national holiday, enjoy a raucous firefighters' ball! However, due to a prefectural order, the fireworks display has been cancelled.

Bastille Day 2026 in Évry-Courcouronnes (91): fireworks canceled, firefighters' ball still on.

To celebrate Bastille Day 2026, the town of Évry-C-Courcouronnes (91) hoped to offer a rich and beautiful lineup of events on July 13 and 14, 2026. But due to a high fire risk, the activities and the fireworks planned for July 14 at Parc de la Dame du Lac have been canceled. Conversely, the republican parade and the firefighters’ ball, scheduled for July 13, will go ahead.

National Day 2026 in Chilly-Mazarin (Essonne): fireworks canceled, but the public dance will go ahead.

The town of Chilly Mazarin (91) plans to have you dancing on July 14, 2026 for Bastille Day with a lively community dance led by the Live One Orchestra. However, the fireworks display has been canceled following a prefectural order.

Fête nationale 2026 à Marcoussis (91) : fireworks canceled and postponed until the start of the school year

The town of Marcoussis had planned to celebrate Bastille Day on Monday, July 13, with an evening event at Parc des Célestins. The gathering has been canceled following a prefectural order. The traditional fireworks display is also canceled and has been moved to Saturday, September 5, 2026.

Bastille Day 2026 in Wissous (91): July 13 fireworks canceled and moved to Wissous Plage

The City of Wissous cancels and postpones its July 13 fireworks display due to a prefectural decree temporarily banning firework launches in Essonne.

Essonne: Fireworks and forests banned until July 15

Fireworks and access to woods and forests are banned in Essonne until July 15, 2026 inclusive. This marks the end of the July 13 and 14 festivities. Faced with an extremely high fire risk amid a heatwave, the prefecture has signed three orders to protect residents and the department’s natural spaces.

Fête Nationale 2026 à Gif sur Yvette (91): fireworks canceled, activities and picnic kept on.

Due to a prefectural order, the July 13, 2026 fireworks display in Gif-sur-Yvette for Bastille Day has been canceled and postponed to a later date. By contrast, the evening program and the other activities remain scheduled.

National Day 2026: Fireworks, the funfair and activities canceled in Mennecy (91)

The town of Mennecy, in Essonne, had planned a Bastille Day celebration in style, with a fair and activities over Saturday, July 11 and Sunday, July 12, followed by the traditional fireworks on July 14. Unfortunately, because of drought and the risk of fire, an order was issued banning fireworks across the department. Mennecy has therefore decided to cancel all festivities.

Bastille Day 2026: Fireworks canceled in Palaiseau (91)

Originally slated for July 13, 2026, for the traditional Bastille Day celebration, the fireworks in Palaiseau have been canceled following a prefectural order.

Heritage Days 2026 in Sainte-Geneviève-des-Bois (91): This weekend’s program

In Essonne, the town of Sainte-Geneviève-des-Bois unveils a rich program for the 2026 Heritage Days. Save the dates: September 19 and 20, 2026, to discover the town’s many treasures, all within easy reach with a Navigo pass!

Heritage Days 2026: family-friendly food-tasting tours at Kubli Confectionery in Morangis (91)

For the 43rd edition of Heritage Days, Kubli Confectionery in Morangis invites you to step inside its factory on Saturday, September 19, 2026. A chance to combine heritage and indulgence during an unusual, behind-the-scenes visit...

Autumn Plant Festival 2026 at this château in the heart of Essonne

The grounds of the Château de Saint-Jean de Beauregard, in Essonne, welcome visitors from September 25 to 27, 2026, for its traditional autumn plant fair, alongside 200 exhibitors and a wide slate of activities.

A September fireworks display in Saclay (91): the back-to-school evening to bid farewell to summer.

On Saturday, September 5, 2026, the City of Saclay is hosting a day devoted to the Community Associations Forum, followed by a convivial meal and a fireworks display. The pyrotechnic show is scheduled for 11 p.m. at the playground of the Favreuse gymnasium.

Family-friendly plan: Épinay-sur-Orge's 2026 summer enclave, free activities for everyone

From July 4 to 26, and then July 19 to August 28, 2026, the town of Épinay-sur-Orge is staging the 5th edition of Îlot Estival. Located in Parc des Templiers, this free event offers sports, cultural, and recreational activities for people of all ages.

Gif au Soleil 2026: open-air cinema, outdoor games and free activities in Gif-sur-Yvette (91)

From July 4 to 10, 2026, the town of Gif-sur-Yvette becomes a summer hotspot: a lineup of free, accessible activities for everyone to enjoy the season.

Gourmet market, vintage cars and guided tours: Heritage Days 2026 at the Château de Mesnil-Voysin

The Château de Mesnil-Voysin, located in Bouray-sur-Juine, is set to welcome visitors this weekend, September 19–20, 2026, with a rich lineup prepared for Heritage Days.

Verrières' Larger-Than-Life Summer 2026: The Summer Lineup in Verrières-le-Buisson (91)

From July 1 to 17, 2026, the town of Verrières-le-Buisson is launching a new edition of "Verrières été grandeur nature." Taking place at Parc Régnier, this event offers free sports, cultural, and leisure activities open to everyone.

National Day 2026 in Orsay (Essonne): a public dance at Charles-Boucher Park

The town of Orsay celebrates Bastille Day on Monday, July 13, 2026 with a popular dance at Charles-Boucher Park. Open to everyone and free of charge, the event offers a dance workshop, a demonstration, and an evening of dancing powered by a live orchestra.

Kubli Confectionery in Morangis (91) — more than 125 years of crafting traditional candies.

Based in Morangis since the 1970s, the Kubli confectionery preserves a craft born in 1900, continuing to make candies today using traditional methods and regularly opening its workshops to the public.

A United States–themed night market takes root in Draveil, Essonne (91)

Music, American cars, American football, activities and US-style food… The Draveil Night Market (Essonne, 91) invites kids and grown-ups to a Route 66–inspired day on July 4.