When : Saturday 21st of September
& Saturday 30th of November - 9AM to 1PM
Where :
Alliance Française Auckland's garden
Cost : Free
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Bastille Day, France's national holiday celebrated annually on July 14th, is akin to New Zealand's Waitangi Day, marking a pivotal moment in French history.
What is Bastille Day? Known as "Le Quatorze Juillet" or "La Fête Nationale," Bastille Day commemorates the Storming of the Bastille on July 14, 1789, a key event in the French Revolution that marked the end of monarchy and the dawn of the modern French Republic.
How do the French celebrate?
Fireworks: | Parades: |
Cities across France illuminate the sky with dazzling displays, notably near the Eiffel Tower in Paris, drawing crowds of spectators | The grandest parade occurs on Paris's Champs-Élysées, featuring military units, tanks, and aircraft, showcasing national unity under the President's watch |
Festivities: | Bal des Pompiers (Firemen’s Ball): |
Throughout France, people gather for street parties and communal celebrations filled with music, dance, and culinary delights |
Fire stations host lively public dances, known as the Firemen’s Ball, offering a unique way to join the festivities. |
Family Gatherings: | Civic Ceremonies: |
Families and friends come together for special meals and outdoor barbecues, enjoying the summer weather | Official events include speeches, flag ceremonies, and tributes to honor those who fought for French liberty. |
Bastille Day embodies French pride, unity, and cultural richness, offering a vibrant experience for all to enjoy. Join us this year in
celebrating this historic day!
See the program below :
Saturday 13th of July - 11:30am
La Bastille Lunch at
Maison Vauron
Saturday 13th of July - 8pm
Bastille Masquerade
Ball
Sunday 14th of July - 12pm
Camellia Restaurant Lunch &
Tour
Discover the menu below :
Bastille-Day-2024-menu.pdf
When : Saturday 21st of September
& Saturday 30th of November - 9AM to 1PM
Where :
Alliance Française Auckland's garden
Cost : Free
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When: Thursday 12th of September - 7:30PM
Where: Auckland Town Hall
Cost: $90
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Dine in the Dark - French Gastronomy
When: Thursday 15th of August - 6:30PM
Where: Grand Millennium Hotel
Cost: AF
Member: $120 // General Admission: $140
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