July 4th, the Independence Day of the USA. On 2026, the country celebrates its 250th anniversary, in the USA and in many countries such as France. The two national histories are strongly linked together, and France celebrates the anniversary with various and numerous events.
Paris’ main areas turn to American colors and today, we invite you to discover the new capital. The Eiffel Tower is dressed in the American flag colors. The Grand trianon immerses you in 1776 for a vivid and colorful parade. Georges Washington, the Comte de Rochambeau and the Marquis de La Fayette supervise the operations for the crucial battle of Yorktown in 1781, corner stone of the revolution.
Throughout the afternoon, dynamic battle reenactments performed in authentic uniforms recreate the strategies and intensity of the era. Soldiers come with musicians, in historic uniforms, that perform some original revolution melodies.
But the place to be on 2026, July 4th is in Château de Versailles. A grand aerial show combining hundreds of drones and pyrotechnics lights up the night, painting the sky in the red, white, and blue of the American flag. Book your Premium ticket and enjoy a reserved seat for one of the showtimes of “The Battle”, an immersive production combining choreography, sound effects, and narration.
With the American spirit in Paris, enter to Paris-Plage, a unique summer and sport area along the Seine. This year, the area will adorn itself with celebration and colors. While you are in Paris, take the opportunity to discover or rediscover the typical boroughs like Montmartre and its bustling activity, the fabulous, restored Notre-Dame, the Champs-Elysées, the storefronts on Place Vendôme, Le Marais or St Germain.
You will see that Paris and the USA are connected for 250 years.
Parades, demonstrations, theatrical reenactments provide an engaging and accessible historical experience for families, enthusiasts, and anyone who enjoys powerful live storytelling. A call, a mail, and we organize your French – American journey.