Every year, France celebrates its national holiday on July 14th. This day, which commemorates the storming of the Bastille, a key event in the French Revolution, is punctuated by traditional entertainment. On the world's most beautiful avenue, the famous military parade attracts thousands of Parisians every year, both old and new, while at nightfall, an iconic fireworks display is launched from the Eiffel Tower.
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]
But the capital isn't the sole owner of the fireworks show : across the France, fireworks light up the sky the evening or night before the Bastille Day. The department of the Seine-Saint-Denis, like the rest of the Île-de-France region, isn't immune to this sparkling bal. Several towns offer a festive program, often accompanied by concerts or a popular dances to sway to while awaiting the main show! Want to discover the plans waiting near you? Here are the fireworks to admire in Seine-Saint-Denis on July 13 and 14, 2026.
But above all, stay tuned: this guide is updated as we make new discoveries and announcements. To make sure you don't miss out on any of the Fête Nationale events in Seine-Saint-Denis, keep this page safe and check back regularly!
ATTENTION: This guide is updated as announcements are made.
Why is July 14th a national holiday in France? Origins and history of the national holiday
