This article was updated in July 2026 The Fourth of July of France, called Bastille Day, is July 14. The event marks the storming of the Bastille fortress on July 14, 1789 that led to the overthrow of King Louis XVI and his wife Marie Antoinette. There are celebrations all over France from the cities to the villages, with the biggest being in Paris. Here's your guide … [Read more...]
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WHAT: French National Day. A nationwide holiday and celebration. It celebrates the storming of the Bastille fortress on July 14, 1789 that led to the overthrow of Louis XVI and his wife Maria Antoinette. WHERE: As this is a national holiday, celebrations take place all over France, from the cities to the villages. Obviously, the bigger the location, the bigger the … [Read more...]