Cultural Events & Celebrations

July 1st is Canada Day! (CA)

Happy Birthday Canada!

Culture

Canada Day, celebrated on July 1st, marks the anniversary of the confederation of Canada in 1867, when the three separate colonies of the United Province of Canada, New Brunswick, and Nova Scotia united to form a single nation under the British Empire. This day is a vibrant celebration of Canadian heritage, culture, and national pride Across the country, Canadians come together to participate in parades, concerts, fireworks, and various community events, reflecting on their shared history and values. Canada Day is important because it not only commemorates the birth of the nation but also reinforces the unity and diversity that define Canada, fostering a sense of belonging and collective identity among its citizens

Visit a Festival in your area. Click the titles for details of each festival. For a list of Canada Day Festivals visit HERE

July 14th Bastille Day (France)

Bastille Day, celebrated on July 14th, is France's national holiday commemorating the storming of the Bastille prison in 1789, a pivotal event at the beginning of the French Revolution This day symbolizes the end of absolute monarchy and the birth of the sovereign nation. Across France, the celebration is marked by vibrant events such as military parades, most notably the grand parade on the Champs-Élysées in Paris, fireworks, parties, and communal meals. Bastille Day is important as it honors the values of liberty, equality, and fraternity, reflecting on the revolutionary spirit that shaped modern France.

Visit a Festival in your area.

For a list of Bastille Festivals in Paris HERE