Franconville

July 14 in Franconville: Bastille Day fireworks display and festive evening cancelled

In Franconville, the 2026 National Day celebrations kick off on July 13 in Val-d’Oise with the traditional July 14 fireworks. However, following the publication of a prefectural decree, both the fireworks and the dance party have been cancelled.

Hidden beneath the park of this château lies a remarkable icehouse, its origins dating back several centuries.

Beneath the castle’s park lies a rare underground icehouse, once used to store ice year-round. An astonishing relic that completes the estate’s story, perched between an 18th-century residence, a landscaped park, and everyday heritage.

A Summer in Franconville 2026: Free Activities for Budding Pirates

From July 4 to August 6, 2026, "Un été à Franconville" returns to Jean-Rolland Stadium with a pirate-themed edition. The event, free and reserved for Franconvillois, offers a temporary leisure space featuring a sandy beach, sports activities and family-friendly entertainment.

Music Festival 2026 in Franconville (Val-d'Oise 95) featuring Staries Show in a free concert

The town of Franconville is celebrating the new edition of the Fête de la Musique on Sunday, June 21, 2026. This year, the Val-d'Oise municipality hosts at Parc de la Mairie a lineup featuring DJ Michael Caillon and the band Staries Show, who will have us dancing to the biggest summer hits from the last 30 years. A festive, free musical program you won’t want to miss!

The striking design of this church near Paris evokes the image of a fin.

In Val-d’Oise, the Notre-Dame-des-Noues church in Franconville stands out with its contemporary design. Its polygonal shape and striking steeple resemble either a fin or a dorsal fin. This bold religious building symbolizes a fresh wave in sacred architecture across Île-de-France.