Parade Heritage
Discover France Through Its Celebrations
Montmartre Grape Harvest Festival (Fête des Vendanges de Montmartre)
The Montmartre Grape Harvest Festival is a vibrant annual event in Paris celebrating the wine harvest from the Montmartre vineyards. The festival features parades, wine tastings, concerts, and fireworks, attracting thousands of visitors.
Brest International Maritime Festival (Fêtes Maritimes de Brest)
The Brest International Maritime Festival is a major maritime event in France, showcasing a stunning array of traditional and modern ships, cultural exhibitions, and nautical demonstrations. Held every four years, it celebrates the rich maritime heritage of Brest and attracts visitors from around the world.
La Chandeleur (Candlemas)
La Chandeleur, also known as Candlemas, is a French festival celebrated on February 2nd with the tradition of making and eating crêpes. This day marks the presentation of Jesus at the Temple and the end of the Christmas season.
Bastille Day (La Fête Nationale)
Bastille Day, or La Fête Nationale, is France’s national holiday, celebrated on July 14th with grand military parades, fireworks, and festive events. This day commemorates the French Revolution and the storming of the Bastille prison in 1789.
Fête de Saint-Uguzon
The Fête de Saint-Uguzon is a traditional festival in France celebrating Saint Uguzon, marked by vibrant parades, local music, and communal feasting. This event showcases the rich cultural heritage and communal spirit of the participating regions.
Carnival of Dunkirk
The Carnival of Dunkirk is a lively and colorful celebration featuring vibrant parades, music, and unique traditions like the "herring throw." Held annually before Lent, this historic event showcases the rich maritime culture of Dunkirk, France.
La Fête de la Lavande, Valensole
La Fête de la Lavande in Valensole is an annual celebration of the lavender harvest, featuring vibrant parades, local crafts, and culinary delights. This festival highlights the region's rich lavender heritage and draws visitors from all over the world.
Interceltic Festival of Lorient
The Interceltic Festival of Lorient is an annual celebration of Celtic culture, featuring parades, music, dance, and art from Celtic nations. Held in Lorient, France, this vibrant event draws participants and visitors from across the globe.
Menton Lemon Festival (Fête du Citron)
The Menton Lemon Festival, or Fête du Citron, is an annual event in Menton, France, celebrating the town's citrus harvest with vibrant parades, elaborate sculptures, and stunning displays made entirely of lemons and oranges. This unique festival draws thousands of visitors each year.