Two events in Gournay-sur-Marne (93) for Bastille Day: a fireworks display and a community dance!

Every 14 July, France marks its national holiday, commemorating the storming of the Bastille in 1789, a symbol of the end of absolutism, and the Fête de la Fédération in 1790, signaling national unity. These foundational events were codified as the national holiday in 1880, embodying the values of liberty, equality, and fraternity.

The popular dances and fireworks are deeply rooted traditions of this celebration. The dances, especially those organized by the firefighters, foster warm, convivial moments, whether with friends or family. The fireworks, meanwhile, light up the sky in tribute to the freedom won, offering a free, visually stunning show that delights both children and dreamers alike.

And if you’re craving something a little different and want to watch a fireworks show other than the one usually set off from the Eiffel Tower, how about taking a quick detour to the Seine-Saint-Denis (93), for example to Gournay-sur-Marne?

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The 2026 National Day program in Gournay-sur-Marne:

On Monday, July 13, the party takes over Town Hall Park. Join us for an unforgettable evening designed for every generation!

Your evening lineup:

• 7:30 PM: Opening of the foodtrucks (savory, brewery) for a rustic outdoor dinner.
• 9:00 PM: The ball kicks off with the group Ambre 9 (from the 60s to today) to get you dancing!
• 11:00 PM: A grand fireworks display launched from the Town Hall, followed by the resumption of the ball.

Bastille Day 2026 in Paris & Île-de-France, where to watch fireworks in the inner suburbs on July 13–14?
Every year, for Bastille Day, the iconic fireworks show lights up the sky from the Eiffel Tower. But did you know that the towns in the inner suburbs also host their own displays? A quick tour of festive programs within easy reach of the Metro, awaiting you this year between July 13 and 14, 2026. [Read more]