Bastille Day Celebration
in New York City
Sunday, July 14, 2024
Madison Ave from 59 to 63 St
12–5pm
Join L’Alliance New York for a festive Bastille Day celebration on Madison Avenue! Enjoy immersive performances, rosé & bubbly parties, two special film screenings, explore more than 50 French and local vendors, and more. View the complete program below.
Rosé & Bubbly Party
The Bastille Day celebration heads indoors with our rosé and bubbly parties! Enjoy a selection of outstanding summer wines from GH Mumm, Sainte Marguerite en Provence, Henri Giraud and Grand Marnier, coupled with delicious light bites from La Maison du Chocolat, and live jazz by the Margot Sergent Quartet.
Performances
L'Alliance's Bastille Day celebration welcomes a range of exciting live music and entertainment, including a reenactment of Anna Halprin's Blank Placard Dance, JR's Inside Out photo project, and beats by DJ Julien.
Chicken for Linda! &
Daaaaaali!
Join us for two special screenings: 2023 César winning animated film Chicken for Linda and the NY premiere of French director Quentin Dupieux’s 2023 film tribute to Salvador Dalí.
French Garden
Premium shopping returns to The French Garden, showcasing a dozen extraordinary shops: Angelina Paris, Café d’Avignon, Cartolina, Emily’s Pillow, Flexipan, French Wink, La Joie de Vivre, La Petite Boutique by L’Alliance New York, Mille-Feuille Bakery, Paul Crée, Président, Silpat, Sofitel New York, Thermomix USA and Thierry Atlan.
Market Booths
Explore a range of 50+ food and lifestyle purveyors at the Market Booths on Madison Ave between 61st and 63rd Streets.
Fun Activities for All Ages
This Bastille Day, L'Alliance New York is embracing the spirit of the Paris Summer Games! Families and kids of all ages can participate in free games of soccer, pétanque by Carreau Club, and fencing, and special Paris-themed activities at several booths including the Président and L’Alliance booths.
L'Alliance Booths
L'Alliance New York is the center for French language and francophone cultures. Visit one of our info booths to learn more about our French classes for kids and adults, membership, upcoming film screenings, performances, and special Bastille Day discounts.
Citroën Car Show
L’Alliance New York Bastille Day will once again be the finish point for The Greater New York Citroën & Velosolex Club’s Annual Bastille Day Rally & Rendez-Vous. Get a close-up look at classic models of the popular French carmaker on 60th Street, right in front of L’Alliance New York!
Prize Drawing
Stop by any L’Alliance New York Booth during the Bastille Day celebration to enter for a chance to win more than 20 unique items and experiences across fashion, lifestyle, and food, including the grand prize: Two Tickets to Moulin Rouge! The Musical and Dinner at Daniel Boulud’s Le Gratin!
Madison Avenue Partners
Our Madison Avenue neighbors will be celebrating Bastille Day as well!
Visit Baccarat (635 Madison Avenue) for a Bastille Day Celebration! Savor champagne and fine macarons as you explore our exquisite collections, crafted by our expert artisans. Experience the true essence of French Art de Vivre for an unforgettable experience.
Then stroll to Zadig & Voltaire (845 Madison Avenue) for refreshments and French light bites with up to 50% off select styles.
2024 Bastille Day Sponsors
Lead Sponsor
Supporting Sponsors
Media Partners
French Morning, Frenchly
Water Partner
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