An unmissable highlight of the National Day celebrations in Paris, the fireworks are the capital’s most eagerly awaited summer event. Traditionally held on the evening of 14 July, they are set off from the Eiffel Tower and the Trocadéro Gardens.
For the 2026 edition, please note this major change: the fireworks display will exceptionally be launched on Monday 13 July from the Eiffel Tower, with a secure, dedicated public viewing area on the Champ-de-Mars. For those unable to travel to the heart of Paris, the fireworks display will be broadcast live and in full on France 2.
The year 2026 marks a particularly significant and solemn anniversary in France. We are commemorating the 10th anniversary of the Nice attack, which took place on the Promenade des Anglais on 14 July 2016.
In order to fully join in the national tribute paid to the victims of this tragic event and to respect the families’ mourning, the City of Paris has altered the schedule of its festivities. To ensure that Tuesday 14 July 2026 is entirely devoted to remembrance, reflection and solemnity, the City Council has taken the exceptional decision to bring forward the major public celebrations – namely the giant concert and the fireworks display – to the evening of Monday 13 July.
This choice allows for a balance between the necessary celebration of republican values and absolute respect for the duty to remember.
The Paris fireworks display on 13 July 2026 will be accompanied, as every year, by a unique musical and visual artistic creation.
Practical information: entry to the Champ-de-Mars for the concert is entirely free and no booking is required. Given the large crowds expected (tens of thousands of spectators), it is strongly advised to arrive in the late afternoon to pass through security checks and gain access to the lawns.
For safety reasons and to manage passenger flows, the Paris Police Prefecture is implementing significant traffic restrictions across the public transport network (RATP).
Are you looking for the perfect spot with unobstructed views to enjoy a summer’s evening? With our guide, discover a selection of the most beautiful rooftops in Paris to try out right now! To celebrate France’s National Day, enjoy the unique atmosphere and exceptional panoramic views offered by the capital’s rooftop terraces.
For example, why not treat yourself to a cocktail high above the city, comfortably seated with a view of Paris’s landmarks, to admire the city lights and enjoy a breathtaking view of the festivities and the reflections in the Parisian sky over this long weekend!
See the list of cultural sites that will remain open on 14 July 2026, France’s National Day!
