Every year, France's national holiday attracts huge crowds. And with good reason, this public holiday is marked by traditional celebrations including firemen's balls, military parades and fireworks displays all over the country. In the Île-de-France region, the most iconic of these pyrotechnic shows awaits you in Paris, and with good reason: the fireworks are fired from the Eiffel Tower, no less!
Why is July 14th a national holiday in France? Origins and history of the national holiday
Every July 14, France celebrates its national holiday! But do you remember exactly what happened in France on July 14, 1789? And do you know how long July 14 has been a public holiday in France? We tell you. [Read more]
What to do in Paris and the Ile-de-France region this July 14? Between the military parade, the fireworks display at the Eiffel Tower, the fire department balls and other special events, there's plenty to do this holiday. Looking for ideas for outings in the Paris region? Here's the program for 2025! [Read more]
Looking for an evening out on July 12, 13 and 14, 2025 in Paris and the Ile-de-France region? Discover the bals populaires and bals des pompiers that await you for the Fête Nationale, to enjoy before or after the fireworks and dance the night away. Let's party! [Read more]
But did you know that in the suburbs, the communes also organize their own festivities? This time, we invite you to cross over to the other side of the Paris ring road, to discover the fireworks displays within easy reach of the metro or RER station around Paris. It's the perfect opportunity to conquer these Parisian cities and take in the sights. And that's how you kill two birds with one stone! What's more, these magical shows are often accompanied by popular dances, concerts or DJ sets to get your groove on. Tip: you can even enjoy a fireworks display in the Paris region on July 13 before finding a spot to watch the fireworks in Paris the following day .
And above all, stay tuned: this guide is updated as we make announcements and discoveries. To make sure you don't miss out on any of the Fête Nationale fireworks in the Paris region, we recommend you keep this guide safe and consult it regularly before the big day!
July 14, 2024: fireworks, firemen's ball, and French cancan in Aubervilliers (93)
The town of Aubervilliers in Seine-Saint-Denis is celebrating the Fête Nationale with a rich program to be discovered on July 12, 13 and 14, 2024. On the program? A firemen's ball, a French cancan show, not forgetting the traditional fireworks display! Three promising days of festivities! [Read more]
July 14, 2024: live music, DJ sets and children's entertainment at La Communale (93)
On Saturday July 13, 2024, La Communale is organizing a big day (and evening) of concerts, in collaboration with the AIDES association. [Read more]
Why is July 14th a national holiday in France? Origins and history of the national holiday
What to do for the Fête Nationale 2025? July 14th events in Paris and the Ile-de-France region
Fête Nationale: Firemen's ball and popular balls on July 13 and 14, 2025 in Paris and the Ile-de-France region
