French National Day
With the generous support of: Emmanuel Giry, Honorary Consul of France in Calgary, Lingua Franca Inc., Gérard Carlier.
The Honorary Consul of France in Calgary, the City of the Rockies, the Alliance Française of Calgary and Calgary Accueil are pleased to invite you to celebrate together the French National Day.
What makes July 14th so special for the French?
Mainly because it's the day of the French national holiday! July 14th commemorates the significant event of the "Fête de la Fédération" of 1790, which took place on the first anniversary of the dismantling of the Bastille fortress on July 14, 1789. The storming of the Bastille was a symbolic event representing a new era in France and preceded the establishment of the First Republic.
What are we doing this year?
Join us on Sunday, July 12, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., for a friendly cocktail reception at the Café Théâtre in La Cité des Rocheuses. Enjoy a beautiful summer afternoon—hopefully sunny—filled with joy and good company in this new French-inspired café-restaurant! A must-visit spot in Calgary.
Event program:
4:00 PM The event begins with outdoor activities for adults and children, a complimentary welcome drink (wine, sparkling wine, and soft drinks), appetizers, and French music.
5:30 PM Speeches by representatives of the French and Calgary communities, followed by a live performance of the national anthem The Marseillaise
6:00 PM National Day raffle draw, with many prizes generously donated by French companies in Calgary
6:15 PM Live music concert by French artists until closing time
7:00 PM National Day Dinner (optional, additional charge applies)
9:00 PM : Closing
Entry is set at 5 $ per adult, including a glass of wine or sparkling wine and appetizers. The event is free for children.
Practical information
Parking spaces are available on site. Anyone who registers in advance will be entered into a prize draw to win gift cards offered by our French partners.
After the aperitif, feel free to stay for dinner at the Café Théâtre restaurant to extend the French experience with a delicious meal in a unique setting.
Date : Sunday, July 12 Hour : from 4pm to 8pm, with the option to extend the evening with dinner on site in the Café-Théâtre Place : The City of the Rockies, 4800 Richard Rd SW Entrance : 5$ for adults, free for children
With the generous support of: Emmanuel Giry, Honorary Consul of France in Calgary, Lingua Franca Inc., Gérard Carlier.
The Honorary Consul of France in Calgary, La Cité des Rocheuses, the French Alliance of Calgary, and Calgary Accueil are pleased to invite you to celebrate the French National Day together.
What makes July 14th so special for the French?
Mainly because it is France's National Day! July 14th commemorates the significant event of the “Fête de la Fédération” of 1790, which took place on the first anniversary of the dismantling of the Bastille fortress on July 14, 1789. The Storming of the Bastille was a symbolic event representing a new era in France and preceded the establishment of the First Republic.
What are we doing this year?
Join us on Sunday, July 12, from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm for a friendly cocktail gathering at the Café Théâtre of La Cité des Rocheuses. Enjoy a beautiful summer afternoon — hopefully sunny — dedicated to joy and sharing in this new French-inspired café-restaurant! A must-visit place to discover in Calgary.
Event Schedule:
4:00 pm: Beginning of the event with outdoor activities for adults and children, complimentary welcome drinks (wine, sparkling wine, and non-alcoholic beverages), appetizers, and French music
5:30 pm: Speeches by representatives of the French and Calgary communities, followed by a live performance of the national anthem, The Marseillaise
6:00 pm: National Day raffle draw, featuring many prizes generously offered by French businesses in Calgary
6:15 pm: Live music concert by French artists until closing
7:00 pm: National Day dinner (optional, additional cost required)
9:00 pm: Closing
Admission is set at $5 per adult, including a glass of wine or sparkling wine as well as appetizers. The event is free for children.
Practical Information
Parking spaces are available on site. Anyone registered in advance will be entered into a draw to win gift cards offered by our French partners.
After the cocktail reception, feel free to stay for dinner at the Café Théâtre restaurant to extend the French experience around a delicious meal in a unique setting.
Date: Sunday, July 12
Time: from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm, with the possibility of extending the evening with dinner on site at the Café-Théâtre
Location: The City of the Rockies, 4800 Richard Rd SW
Admission: $10 for adults, free for children