In Seine-Saint-Denis, several towns and municipalities commemorate the November 11 armistice with ceremonies open to the public. Here are the events to experience near you on Tuesday, November 11, 2025.
More than a hundred years ago, the warring nations signedthe armistice, bringing an end to one of the most devastating wars in history. On November 11, 1918, the guns of World War I finally fell silent. This day is celebrated in France and has been an official holiday since 1922. This national holiday commemorates the soldiers and victims of war, while reminding us of the importance of preserving peace.
To this end, many municipalities in France are organizing ceremonies open to all on November 11, 2025. Citizens are often invited to gather around war memorials erected in towns and villages to commemorate the names and memory of those who defended the country.
In Paris, this commemoration is held atthe Arc de Triomphe, in front of the flame of the Unknown Soldier. In Seine-Saint-Denis, several municipalities are organizing similar events throughout the day. These commemorations are open to all. Here are the programs announced in the municipalities of the 93rd arrondissement.
The towns of Seine-Saint-Denis organizing commemorations for November 11:
- Saint-Denis
Commemoration of the Armistice of November 11, 1918
Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at 11:00 a.m.
War Memorial, Place de la Résistance-et-de-la-Déportation, Saint-Denis
On November 11, 1918, at 5 a.m., in a railway carriage at the Rethondes crossroads in the Compiègne forest, an armistice agreement was signed on behalf of the Allies by Marshal Foch, commander-in-chief of the Allied armies, and Admiral Wemyss, First Sea Lord, and, for Germany, by Secretary of State Erzberger, president of the German delegation, Count Von Oberndorff, special envoy and minister plenipotentiary, Major General Von Winterfeldt, and Captain Vanselow. This agreement set the terms of the armistice and ended the First World War. The armistice is celebrated every year at the war memorial on Place de la Résistance et de la Déportation, in the presence of elected officials and veterans' associations.
- Pierrefitte-sur-Seine
Commemoration of the Armistice of November 11, 1918
Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at 10 a.m.
Town hall square at 2 Place de la Libération, Pierrefitte-sur-Seine
Gathering at 10 a.m., in front of Pierrefitte-sur-Seine Town Hall at 2, place de la Libération
Ceremony at 10:45 a.m., municipal cemetery at 33, avenue Gallieni
- Aulnay-sous-Bois
Commemoration of the Armistice of November 11, 1918
Celebration of the Armistice of November 11, 1918
11 a.m.: Wreath laying and gathering at the old cemetery
Location: Old Cemetery
Armistice Ball on November 11 from 2:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Come celebrate the Armistice of November 11 together.
We invite you to a memorable ball to commemorate this historic day. Join us from 2:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Ferme du Vieux-Pays, where music and dance will take center stage in a festive and friendly atmosphere. It's the perfect opportunity to gather family and friends, celebrate peace, and pay tribute to those who fought for our freedom. Together, let's honor our past while dancing toward a bright future.
Location: Ferme du Vieux-Pays
- Bobigny
Commemoration of the Armistice of November 11, 1918
On Tuesday, November 11, 2025, commemorative ceremonies for the 1918 Armistice will take place.
9:30 a.m.: Departure by bus from Place Rabin-Arafat.
10:00 a.m.: Ceremony at the military section of the Muslim Cemetery. Speech by Mayor Abdel Sadi.
10:45 a.m.: Ceremony at the municipal cemetery (war memorial and military section). Performance by the Jean Wiéner Conservatory.
11:15 a.m.: Gathering at Place du 11 Novembre. Reading by the Children's Municipal Council. Reading by the UFAC. Reading by the Sikh Association. Speech by Mayor Abdel Sadi. Marseillaise by the Jean Wiéner Conservatory choir, conducted by Mathilde Gatouillat.
11:45 a.m.: Reception at Place du 11 Novembre
4:00 p.m.: Ceremony at the Prefecture
- Drancy
Commemoration of November 11 – Armistice of 1918
Come commemorate the 107th anniversary of the Armistice of 1918.
Meet at 10:00 a.m. at the Town Hall square. The procession will then head to the municipal cemetery.
After the ceremony, a reception will be held in the Louis Méret hall.
- Montreuil
107th anniversary of the Armistice of November 11, 1918
Commemoration Citizenship
Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at 11 a.m.
Gathering at the old cemetery in front of the war memorial
Return to the town hall in procession to lay flowers at the plaque in tribute to Jean Jaurès, followed by a reception on the ground floor of the town hall.
A bus will transport those without transportation from the cemetery to the town hall.
Please wear insignia and medals.
- Rosny-sous-Bois
Commemoration of the Armistice of November 11, 1918
The City pays tribute to all those who gave their lives for France and for the preservation of the values of the Republic. Schedule of the ceremony:
9:00 a.m.: departure of the procession from Square Richard-Gardebled.
9:15 a.m.: laying of wreaths at the old cemetery.
9:30 a.m.: Wreath laying at the General de Gaulle memorial.
10 a.m.: Mass at Sainte-Geneviève Church.
11:15 a.m.: Ceremony at the war memorial, Place des Martyrs de la Résistance et de la Déportation.
- Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine
November 11 ceremony: 107th anniversary of the Armistice
The City of Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine invites the residents of Saint-Ouen to participate in the commemorative ceremony for the 107th anniversary of the Armistice of November 11, 1918, marking the end of World War I. This ceremony will be an opportunity to pay tribute to all those who fought and gave their lives for France.
Tuesday, November 11, 2025, 11:30 a.m.
Municipal Cemetery – 25, boulevard Jean-Jaurès
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