What’s planned for Bastille Day 2026 in Rueil-Malmaison (92)?

Fireworks, music and the Firefighters’ Ball set the rhythm for National Day in Rueil-Malmaison. The festivities await you on July 13 and 14, 2026, between Bois-Préau Park and the fire station.

This summer, to the delight of young and old alike, the city of Rueil-Malmaison, located in the Hauts-de-Seine, takes part in the July 14 festivities. For this new National Day, the town offers two festive gatherings on the 13 and 14 July 2026, with a fireworks display at Bois Préau Park the eve of the big day, followed by the Firefighters' Ball the next day at the rescue center.

A great opportunity to gather with friends, family, or as a couple while enjoying this wonderful spectacle that never fails to dazzle every summer. And the evening is shaping up to be even more electric than expected, with also a bal populaire for everyone.

From 8 p.m., access to the Parc de Bois Préau is open and you’ll have to wait until 11 p.m. for the fireworks display. Note that three entrances are open to visitors: the Joséphine Gate at the main entrance of Parc du Bois-Préau, the small Joséphine Gate opposite Rue Jean Le Coz, and the small door facing Rue Girouix.

National Day 2026 program in Rueil-Malmaison:

A festive vibe from 8:00 PM. Festivities kick off at 8 PM in Bois-Préau Park. Visitors can enjoy a friendly atmosphere powered by a DJ, who will curate the musical lineup throughout the evening. Young and old are invited to gather here to share a moment of celebration before the traditional fireworks.

Food trucks and on-site dining. To accompany this summer evening, several dining spaces will be set up in the park. Food trucks and gourmet stalls will allow attendees to eat on site and fully enjoy the activities.

Fireworks expected at 11:00 PM. The centerpiece of the July 13th evening, the pyrotechnic display will fire off at 11 PM. This much-anticipated show for the Rueillois will light up the Bois-Préau park sky and mark the start of the National Day celebrations.
The following day, the festivities continue with the Firefighters’ Ball of Rueil-Malmaison. See you on July 14, 2026, from 6:00 PM to midnight at the Rueil-Malmaison Fire Station, located at 89 Avenue du Président Georges Pompidou.

The national holiday is always a lovely occasion to come together and enjoy a summer evening, beautifully capped off by a fireworks display. So, shall we meet at the Bois Préau Park for this special day?

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