National Day 2026 in Saint-Rémy-lès-Chevreuse (78): fireworks canceled, community dance goes ahead

Published by Cécile de Sortiraparis, My de Sortiraparis, Graziella de Sortiraparis · Photos by My de Sortiraparis · Updated on July 11, 2026 at 04:54 p.m.
The town of Saint-Rémy-lès-Chevreuse marks Bastille Day this Monday, July 13, 2026. Gather in the early evening at the public garden to take part in the Bastille Day festivities, with no fireworks.
Due to a decree from the Yvelines Prefecture banning fireworks because of the high fire risk, the July 13 fireworks display has been canceled. The lantern parade is also canceled.
🎶 However, the musical entertainment, food trucks and the dance are still on as planned.

What could be nicer than celebrating the 14 juillet  in a charming Île-de-France village? Nestled in the heart of the Vallée de Chevreuse, Saint-Rémy-lès-Chevreuse carries a long history. The town was founded in the Middle Ages and has preserved numerous historic monuments that attest to its rich past. From Place de l'Église to Château de la Madeleine, every street corner holds a new surprise. It’s in this idyllic setting that we celebrate the 14 juillet, adding a modern note to the historic atmosphere.

Take the time to visit, but don’t linger too long, because a big event awaits you on the evening of July 13, 2026 in the town. Saint-Rémy-lès-Chevreuse is pulling out all the stops for this 2026 edition of the Fête Nationale! The town in the Yvelines invites young and old to share a memorable evening...

Every year, the whole of France marks July 14, the commemorative date of the storming of the Bastille and the French Revolution. On this national holiday, all French people (and even passing tourists) gather to dance with the firefighters, admire fireworks and attend shows or concerts.

So what’s on the menu for this Bastille Day celebration in Saint-Rémy-lès-Chevreuse? Discover what’s in store and book your evening!

Program details:

  • 7:30 PM: musical entertainment in the Public Garden
  • 10:00 PM: glow sticks distributed in front of the C3R (glow sticks must be reserved online in advance)
  • 10:30 PM: glow-stick parade from the Public Garden to the Guy de Coubertin Stadium
  • 11:00 PM: fireworks at the Guy de Coubertin Stadium
  • 11:30 PM: traditional community dance in the Public Garden
  • Food and drinks available on site

So, let's set a date for July 13, 2026 in Saint-Rémy-lès-Chevreuse for what promises to be a wonderful evening!

Practical information

Dates and Opening Time
On July 13, 2026

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    Location

    78470 Saint-Rémy-lès-Chevreuse
    78470 Saint Remy les Chevreuse

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    Prices
    Free

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    For all

    Official website
    www.ville-st-remy-chevreuse.fr

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