france Holidays

Posted by CelebrateZone.com on Wed, May 10, 2023

All upcoming holidays for France.

France is a country in Western Europe known for its rich history, culture, and cuisine. The country is famous for its iconic landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre Museum, and the Palace of Versailles. France is also known for its numerous holidays and celebrations throughout the year.

Some of the most popular holidays celebrated in France include:

  1. Bastille Day - This national holiday is celebrated on July 14th and commemorates the storming of the Bastille prison in 1789, which marked the beginning of the French Revolution.

  2. Christmas - Like many other countries, Christmas is a major holiday in France. Families gather together to exchange gifts and enjoy traditional French foods such as foie gras and bûche de Noël.

  3. Easter - Easter is also celebrated in France, with many families attending church services and participating in Easter egg hunts.

  4. New Year’s Day - New Year’s Day is a public holiday in France, and many people celebrate by attending parties and watching fireworks displays.

  5. All Saints’ Day - This holiday is celebrated on November 1st and is a time for families to remember and honor their loved ones who have passed away.

  6. May Day - May Day is a public holiday in France and is celebrated on May 1st. It is a day for workers to celebrate their achievements and demand better working conditions.

  7. Armistice Day - Armistice Day is celebrated on November 11th and marks the end of World War I.

Overall, France has a rich and diverse calendar of holidays and celebrations that reflect its culture, history, and traditions.

Holidays in France

Date Holiday
01, January, 2023 New Year’s Day
01, May, 2023 Labor Day
08, May, 2023 Victory Day
14, July, 2023 National Day
11, November, 2023 Armistice Day
10, April, 2023 Easter Monday
29, May, 2023 Whit Monday
18, May, 2023 Ascension Day
15, August, 2023 Assumption Day
01, November, 2023 All Saints’ Day
25, December, 2023 Christmas Day
01, January, 2024 New Year’s Day
01, May, 2024 Labor Day
08, May, 2024 Victory Day
14, July, 2024 National Day
11, November, 2024 Armistice Day
01, April, 2024 Easter Monday
20, May, 2024 Whit Monday
09, May, 2024 Ascension Day
15, August, 2024 Assumption Day
01, November, 2024 All Saints’ Day
25, December, 2024 Christmas Day
01, January, 2025 New Year’s Day
01, May, 2025 Labor Day
08, May, 2025 Victory Day
14, July, 2025 National Day
11, November, 2025 Armistice Day
21, April, 2025 Easter Monday
09, June, 2025 Whit Monday
29, May, 2025 Ascension Day
15, August, 2025 Assumption Day
01, November, 2025 All Saints’ Day
25, December, 2025 Christmas Day
01, January, 2026 New Year’s Day
01, May, 2026 Labor Day
08, May, 2026 Victory Day
14, July, 2026 National Day
11, November, 2026 Armistice Day
06, April, 2026 Easter Monday
25, May, 2026 Whit Monday
14, May, 2026 Ascension Day
15, August, 2026 Assumption Day
01, November, 2026 All Saints’ Day
25, December, 2026 Christmas Day
01, January, 2027 New Year’s Day
01, May, 2027 Labor Day
08, May, 2027 Victory Day
14, July, 2027 National Day
11, November, 2027 Armistice Day
29, March, 2027 Easter Monday
17, May, 2027 Whit Monday
06, May, 2027 Ascension Day
15, August, 2027 Assumption Day
01, November, 2027 All Saints’ Day
25, December, 2027 Christmas Day