Bastille Day (Fête nationale) in France
Wednesday, July 14, 2027 · Europe/Paris · Public holiday
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When is Bastille Day (Fête nationale) in France in 2027?
Bastille Day (Fête nationale) in France is on Wednesday, July 14, 2027 (Europe/Paris). That’s 352 days · about 50 weeks · about 12 months. It falls on a Wednesday.
Is Bastille Day (Fête nationale) a public holiday in France?
Yes — Bastille Day (Fête nationale) is a public holiday in France.
How France celebrates
France's Fête nationale opens with the military parade down the Champs-Élysées and closes with fireworks beneath the Eiffel Tower, while towns nationwide hold bals des pompiers — firefighters' dances — on the eve.
What people eat
Long terrace dinners and picnics before the fireworks; regional summer specialities.