National Day on 14 July
Tuesday 14 July 2026
10:00 to 01:00
Presentation
After the traditional official ceremony at the end of the morning, join us for a memorable evening.
On the program: a lantern parade with music will light up our streets, followed by a spectacular fireworks display launched from Saint-Michel harbour.
The festivities will continue with a DJ set and fairy lights at Saint-Michel harbour.
Come along in large numbers to celebrate Bastille Day together!
PARADE & OFFICIAL CEREMONY
10:00 a.m.: Departure from City Hall
The procession will leave from City Hall and make its way through the streets of the town centre to Place du Mûrier for the official ceremony at 10:45 a.m., with a wreath-laying at the War Memorial.
TORCHLIGHT PROCESSION – Petit Bois Park
9:00 p.m.: Distribution of lanterns
Meet at the Petit Bois bandstand for the distribution of lanterns to children.
10:00 p.m.: Parade
Accompanied by music from the Croq'notes marching band, young and old alike will light up the town streets with their tricolour lanterns as they head towards Saint-Michel harbour.
FIREWORKS at 11:00 p.m. – Saint-Michel Harbour
This is the highlight! The town offers a musical pyrotechnic show (fireworks), launched from the pier of Saint-Michel harbour, for a dazzling experience!
FAIRY LIGHTS & DJ – Saint-Michel Harbour
New this year: the light installation by Territoires Imaginaires will switch on after the fireworks to illuminate Saint-Michel harbour, with a DJ set and a refreshment stand to keep the party going!
Free distribution of tricolour flags at the Tourist Office from July 10 to 14!
FREE EVENT – OPEN TO ALL
- Type of Event :
- Memorial
- March/parade
- Traditional festival
- Fireworks (display)
- Theme of the Event/Visit/Activity :
- Art (paintings, sculptures...)
- Culture
- Leisure
- Music
- History / heritage
- Dance/dancing
- Citizenship






