Bastille Day
On July 14
Importances of Bastille Day
Bastille Day commemorates the storming of the Bastille on July 14th, 1789, by the Parisian revolutionaries.
Bastille Day became the French national holiday one year later, during the "Fete de la Federation", on July 14th, 1790.
History of Bastille
Ending of Bastille Day
The parade ends with the Paris Fire Brigade. Military aircraft fly over the parade route during the parade.
Military Parade
Bastille Day is an occasion to honor the French Republic. It is a public holiday in France.
Dancing
Where you and your friends can dance, or watch people who are supposed to dance!
Bastille Day
Fireworks will be launched at 10.30 pm from the Trocadero, near the Eiffel tower. The theme of the soundtrack is Disco so get ready for some interesting dance moves !
Sunday, Jul 14, 2013, 09:00 AM
Champs Elysees, near Etoiles
What To Do At Bastille Day!
Military and Civilian Parades starts at 9 am.
Musical Performances starts at 12:30 pm.
Communal Meals starts at 1:30 pm to 7:30 pm.
Dances Starts at 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm.
Fireworks at Eiffel Tower
Spectacular Firework Show
France's Flag
The French national flag is one-and-a-half times as wide as it is tall. It consists of three vertical bands of equal width colored blue, white and red.
Food in France
Eat delicious food with the French!