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Bastille Day 2025: A French Music Festival in Central Park
Several famous French and French-speaking artists are coming together for a music festival in Central Park in honor of Bastille Day. Hear from Bob...
Francophiles can celebrate Bastille Day—NYC’s annual celebration that usually includes street fairs, dance events, live music, and performances (the cancan!)—through a number fun events this year. There are two major Bastille Day events you won't want to miss, and we've got the rundown on all the details below.
So don your beret and red, white, and blue outfit and settle in for some French-themed fun.
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When is Bastille Day?
The holiday is always held on July 14 to celebrate French National Day (July 14, 1789). This year's celebrations are on Sunday, July 13.
What is Bastille Day?
Bastille Day, also known as French National Day, is a holiday celebrating the beginning of the French Revolution and the Storming of the Bastille.
Where is Bastille Day?
There are two major Bastille Day celebrations to bookmark this year, one on Madison Avenue in the Upper East Side and the other in Central Park. Keep scrolling for the full details.
