National Day 2026 in Montfermeil (93): fireworks postponed, community dance still on

To celebrate the national holiday, the town of Montfermeil invites you to join the festivities on July 13, 2026. On the program: a popular dance and various activities. The fireworks have been postponed to the start of the new school year due to the heatwave.

Due to the heatwave and the risk of wildfires, the fireworks display has been postponed until the autumn season. The rest of the celebrations will go ahead as planned.

As July 14 approaches, French towns dress up in festive finery. Concerts, folk dances, activities and fireworks set the pace for a day that honors the National Day, in memory of the storming of the Bastille in 1789 and the Federation Day celebrated a year later. In Montfermeil, in Seine-Saint-Denis, the gathering is an opportunity to enjoy a convivial summer evening before the traditional fireworks display.

Montfermeil has a history longer than it seems. Perched on the plateau that overlooks the forest of Bondy, the town was once a village prized for its famously healthful air, drawing walkers and holidaymakers as far back as the 19th century. Its name today remains inextricably linked with Victor Hugo, who places part of the Misérables there, including Thénardier’s inn and the character Cosette. This literary legacy remains visible in the town, which foregrounds this chapter of its history through several places and references, while continuing its transformation with new neighborhoods and facilities.

If you’re here to watch the fireworks, take a moment to explore the area. History buffs can discover the historic district around the Saint-Pierre-Saint-Paul Church or trace the footsteps of the Misérables through places that echo the famous novel. Just a few steps away, the Arboretum Park offers a pleasant promenade, while the proximity of the Bondy Regional Forest invites a green stroll before you head to the festivities. Montfermeil is easily reachable thanks to tram T4 and the bus lines that connect the town with the rest of Seine-Saint-Denis and greater eastern Paris.