Events and Festivals in France

Whether it’s a local party or a massive national festival, nothing’s more frustrating than missing out on major events on your travels. To make sure you’re at the most exciting events in France check out the HostelBookers roundup of what’s happening when. We’ve got the lot covered!

Midsummer Fireworks in Paris

 Fireworks Over the Paris Sky

Midsummer Fireworks in Paris - France

When: 24 June 2010

Paris sees in midsummer with a bang on June 24th. The French capital celebrates the shortest night of the year with a massive firework display held right in the heart of the city.

Also a historic commemoration of Saint John the Baptist, scores of rockets and pyrotechnics are launched on the upstream tip of the Ile Saint-Louis while spectators watch from the Quai Saint-Bernard.

The display is free and offers a fantastic opportunity to explore Paris like a Parisian, rather than sticking to the more touristy attractions.


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