When is Bastille Day 2026?

Bastille Day 2026 falls on Tuesday, July 14, 2026.

What is Bastille Day?

Bastille Day is France's national day, commemorating the storming of the Bastille prison on July 14, 1789, during the French Revolution.

What was the Bastille?

The Bastille was a fortress and prison in Paris that symbolized royal tyranny. Its fall marked the beginning of the French Revolution.

How is Bastille Day celebrated?

Celebrations include the military parade on the Champs-Élysées, fireworks at the Eiffel Tower, parties, and public dances.

What is the Bal des Pompiers?

The Firemen's Ball is a French tradition where fire stations host public dances on the eve and night of Bastille Day.

What does Liberté, Égalité, Fraternité mean?

Liberty, Equality, Fraternity is the national motto of France, originating from the French Revolution.

🇫🇷

Days Until Bastille Day 2026

July 14, 2026

Joyeux 14 Juillet! 🇫🇷

Days

Hours

🇫🇷

Min

🇫🇷

Sec

🇫🇷 Bastille Day Progress0%

📅 --🛒 --🌙 --

📖 About Bastille Day

Bastille Day on July 14 commemorates the storming of the Bastille in 1789, a turning point in the French Revolution. It is France national day celebrating liberty and democracy.

🇫🇷 Traditions

Military parade on Champs-Élysées
Fireworks at Eiffel Tower
Firemens balls
Public celebrations

💡 Fun Facts

July 14 annually
Storming of Bastille 1789
National holiday since 1880
Largest military parade in Europe

Days Until Bastille Day 2026

📖 About Bastille Day

🇫🇷 Traditions

💡 Fun Facts

📖 Make a Wish

Related Countdowns