Here is what’s up next in the schedule of annual events:
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Mon13Jul2020Tue14Jul2020All Over France
14th of July fireworks over the Fecamp harbour
14th of July is the day the common French people revolted against their king and nobility. It is the day France became a republic, and every year it is celebrated as THE national holiday. The French never call it Bastille Day, but instead just call is "quatorze Juillet" (meaning 14th July).
Although the day itself is the 14th, on the evening of the 13th there are always many events, most of them centred around the local fire-station with music and dancing. On the 13th, it is the time to get acquainted with your local firefighters, dance, drink and be merry.
On the 14th, in the evening there are many concerts and most cities, towns and even small villages have fireworks. Many cities also have parades, but of course none can beat the one in Paris.
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Fri07Aug2020Sun16Aug2020Lorient
Lorient Interceltic Festival (c) Interceltic Festival
One of the biggest Celtic festivals in the world, held every year in Brittany.
Every year, one country is the main attraction.
Click here to access the Lorient Interceltic Festival organiser's web site.
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Fri04Sep2020Sun13Sep2020Deauville
Deauville's beaches and promenade with movie star named changing cabins.
The Deauville American Film Festival is one of the most prestigious American movies festival, and Deauville is the ideal location for this star-studded festival.
With Deauville's version of the Hollywood Walk of Fame, changing rooms on the beach named after the famous stars, the festival attracts many stargazers.
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Sat05Sep2020Sun06Sep2020Lille
Lille Street Market (c) 20Minutes
The street market (flea market) of Lille has been going on since the 12th century.
It is one of Europe's biggest street markets. 10,000 exhibitors offering goods throughout the city, kilometre after kilometre.
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Fri11Sep2020Sun20Sep2020Dieppe
Kite flying festival of Dieppe
Once a year, the city of Dieppe sees some 700,000 people flocking to see the international kite flying festival.
On the last Saturday, it is time for the World Championship Kite Flying. The whole beach are is dedicated to kits, with many stands selling you kites and their accessories.
Click here to access the organiser's program and introduction.
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