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Bastille Day is getting closer.
France's national day falls on 14th July, with parades, public gatherings, and fireworks in many places.
Dates for 2026 to 2028 are listed below
Bastille Day in France
Known in France as the Fête nationale, the day is associated with the 1789 French Revolution.
About Bastille Day in France
On 14 July 1789 a Parisian crowd stormed the Bastille fortress, a symbol of royal power, and the event became a landmark of the Revolution. The national holiday was formally established in 1880, and it also recalls the Fete de la Federation of 1790, which celebrated national unity. A military parade runs down the Champs-Elysees, and many towns hold dances and fireworks.
When is Bastille Day in France?
Bastille Day is fixed on 14 July every year, so its place in the week changes, and there is no rule moving it to a Monday.
| Calendar | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 |
|---|---|---|---|
| France | Tuesday 14 July 2026 | Wednesday 14 July 2027 | Friday 14 July 2028 |
Planning around Bastille Day
Roads near the Champs-Elysees close early for the parade, so use the metro, and stake out a fireworks viewing spot near the Eiffel Tower hours before dusk. Work out shifts and childcare cover with the free shift planner, or browse every holiday countdown.
Bastille Day questions
How many days until Bastille Day in France?
The live counter at the top of this page shows the days, hours, minutes and seconds left until the next Bastille Day in France, using the time zone you choose. The dates for 2026 to 2028 are in the table above.
When is Bastille Day in 2027 in France?
Bastille Day falls on Wednesday 14 July 2027 in France.
Is 14 July a public holiday in France?
Yes. The Fete nationale is a public holiday across France, so banks, government offices and most shops close. Restaurants, bars and event venues usually stay open, especially where fireworks and dances are held.