The National Holiday is celebrated every year on 14 July in France, and the Val-d'Oise (95)Traditionally turns out in force, from Pontoise to Montmorency via Auvers-sur-Oise. This year, the scene shifts: the prefecture has issued an order that heavily restricts pyrotechnics in the department, amid a heatwave and rising fire risk in wooded and agricultural areas.
WARNING: in Val-d'Oise, the prefectural order now bans all fires, tightens certain sporting events, and regulates public alcohol consumption until July 15, 2026. Many launches are either canceled or postponed. Always verify with the town hall that the event (or its replacement activity) is going ahead before you travel. This guide is updated as announcements come in.
The details of the measures can be found in our article Heatwave in Val-d'Oise: fireworks, sports and alcohol banned until July 15. The context is particularly sensitive in the department, where a wedding procession set 12 hectares of fields ablaze with fireworks on July 4. The Val-d'Oise is also moving into red heatwave alert this Saturday, July 11.
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This year, Bastille Day will unfold under a spell of intense heat, prompting the cancellation of fireworks displays on July 13 and 14, 2026 in Val d'Oise. Despite bans on certain pyrotechnic shows, several activities remain on the agenda in the 95 department. Here’s a look at the outing ideas still on the program. [Read more]
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