Bastille Day, also known as the national day of France, or la Fête nationale (National Day), is essentially the French Fourth of July. It is celebrated on July 14th each year, which marks the anniversary of the Storming of the Bastille in 1789, a turning point of the French Revolution. This holiday is celebrated in multiple cities and countries across the globe, including France, where it originated, and often features military parades, meals, dances, parties and fireworks. We do it a little bit different in Frenchtown, as we tend to do naturally, but folks seem to enjoy it... and they keep coming back.

   Bastille Day has been celebrated in Frenchtown, NJ since 1997! The inspiration to celebrate Bastille Day stems from the tale of our founder who escaped the guillotine and made his way to America.

Here's here's the scoop on this years event!

Come early for a Walking Tour of Frenchtown!

A shortened Downtown Tour will be conducted at 10a.m., starting from in front of the Frenchtown Bookshop at 28 Bridge Street.

Tour Guide Rick Epstein has never done a one-hour tour, but he believes it can be done.

This exercise will cost $15 in cash or by Venmo. No registration is required; just show up. For more information, email rickepstein@yahoo.com

Vendor Market

in Sunbeam Lenape Park

We have over 20 local artists

and food vendors joining us for this years event. 

Want to be a vendor at this year's event?

Apply Here!

Server Race in Sunbeam Park

Race Starts at 4pm!

Cheer on the staff of the Frenchtown eateries as they race to serve their imaginary patrons across Sunbeam Park!

Magic Show by Doug Miller at TD Bank

*ongoing throughout the day

Entertainment galore! That’s what is to be expected when Doug Miller is mentioned. Specializing in close up magic using cards, coins, rope, and more, his proficiency is unmatched. Using his family-friendly approach, he delivers a comedy magic performance that leaves the audience with wonderful memories that will be talked about time and time again. Arriving as a stranger, he departs as a friend to all.

Downtown Scavenger Hunt

Trade your play board in for a Love Frenchtown Gift Card!

11am to 5pm 

Meet Madam Defarge at The Spinnery!

She cannot wait to tell you how she helped the French Revolution with her knitting!