Bastille Day in Singapore: How to Celebrate the 14th of July à la Française

Liberty, Equality, Fraternity… and very good food.

Every year on the 14th of July, France celebrates its most iconic national holiday, the Fête Nationale, commonly known as Bastille Day. The date marks the storming of the Bastille prison in 1789, a defining moment of the French Revolution that symbolised the end of the Ancien Régime and the birth of a new republic built on the values of liberty, equality, and fraternity. Across France, the day is celebrated with military parades down the Champs-Élysées, fireworks over the Eiffel Tower, open-air bals populaires, and long tables shared with family and friends, because in France, every great occasion calls for great food and great company.

In Singapore, the French community knows how to honour the occasion with just as much heart. Whether you are French, francophile, or simply someone who appreciates a good excuse to eat well and celebrate, the 14th of July in the Lion City has something for everyone. Here is our guide to the best addresses and experiences from our partner members to help you mark the occasion in true French style.

Perfectly named for the occasion, Bastille Bakery has created a special Gourmet Bastille Day Bundle, a curated selection of French cheeses, saucisson, and their own artisan breads and baked favourites. Everything you need to celebrate around the table, à la française.

They are also sponsoring two bundles for the lucky draw at the Bastille Day Singapore Festival on 11th July at the International French School, come along and soak up the atmosphere!

🗓️ Orders open until 10th July, pick-up & delivery until 14th July

To celebrate the French national day, Chez Suzette is holding an Open Mic Night for everyone to sing their heart out. Paired with a curated selection of charcuterie and cheese, and 3 hours of free flow bubbles and rose, it is the perfect way to spend the evening surrounded with a French atmosphere. Reserve your spot now for the special $98+ Platter and get yourself a sparkling celebration, the French way, in the heart of Tanjong Pagar

🗓️ 7PM on Saturday, 18th of July

📍5 Teck Lim Road, 08838

Nothing says French more than the perfect assortment of pastries, sweets, and savory dishes – the perfect opportunity to indulge in Le Petit Croissant and their limited-edition assortments of authentically French flavors. From macarons to brownie bites to the perfect selection of cheese and charcuterie, the menu is open for island-wide delivery as well as self pick-up. Bon appetit!

The limited-edition items also come with a special offer, with a buy 2 sets of 3 macarons, get 1 free.

🗓️ Selection available until the 14th of July

📍Pick-up available at 79 Lucky Heights

To celebrate Bastille Day, PAUL is presenting exclusive menus available throughout the day during the entirety of the month of July. Breakfast includes a special offer of a variety of dishes to enjoy until 11:30AM every day, whilst lunch and dinner promise savory mussels in different broth options, to match your taste to the French holiday.

To top it all off, a special tartlet decorated with fresh fruits forming the French flag is available as a dessert on the exclusive holiday menu – a real ‘tricolore’ treat.

🗓️ Selection available throughout the month of July